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Siemon's Valerie Maguire Elected to Fifth Consecutive Term on the TR-42.7 Copper Cabling Systems Subcommittee

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:10:00 EST

Valerie Maguire, Global Sales Engineer for Siemon, has been elected as Vice-Chair of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) TR-42.7 Copper Cabling Systems Subcommittee...

Siemon Launches Additional High Density Zero-U Patching Options to its VersaPOD Data Center Cabinet Solution

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:50:00 EST

VersaPOD's innovative Zero-U vertical patching capability now available for end of row...

Siemon's Z-MAX cabling infrastructure supports the future of Medical Teaching at St Andrews University

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST

Installation speed of new Z-MAX category 6A cabling system secures prestigious IT project with St Andrews...

Siemon Announces Ultra High-Density 48-Port, 1U Category 6A Patch Panels for Z-MAX 6A Shielded and Unshielded Cabling Systems

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:50:00 EST

Space-saving 48-port 1U patch panels meet or exceed all 10GBASE-T and category 6A/class EA performance requirements, including alien crosstalk...

Case Study: Siemon and Moorings Park Prove That Technology Never Retires

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST

If your idea of retirement revolves around front porches and rocking chairs, the folks at Moorings Park have news for you...

Siemon's Global Headquarters Goes Zero Landfill as Part of its "Greener Cabling" Effort

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:50:00 EST

Siemon, a worldwide leader in IT network infrastructure, today announced that its global headquarters and United States manufacturing facility is a zero-landfill operation...

Siemon Announces New RouteIT Cable Pathway Solution

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:50:00 EST

Innovative wire mesh cable tray and mounting accessories developed to efficiently manage and route network cabling channels in overhead, underfloor or wall-mount configurations...

New Siemon Video Demonstrates Innovative Solutions for Data Center Infrastructure

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:50:00 EST

Online video highlights the VersaPOD data center cabinet's ultra high-density Zero-U vertical patching capability...

Siemon Expands Family of Groundbreaking Z-MAX Network Cabling Solutions with Category 6 UTP Z-MAX System

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:20:00 EST

Innovative category 6 UTP system combines exceptional performance margins with best-in-class 60 second termination time...

Siemon's New XLR8 Fiber Optic Connector and Tool Kit Cuts Field Termination Time in Half

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:00:00 EST

Innovative XLR8 tool combines both splice activation and mechanical crimp into a single, optimized step for fast, reliable, high performance fiber terminations...

Siemon Introduces MapIT G2, the Next-Generation Intelligent Infrastructure Solution for Physical Layer Network Management

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:00:00 EST

MapIT G2 offers best-in-class user interfaces, 80% higher density and a 75% reduction in power consumption versus competing intelligent infrastructure solutions...

Siemon Video Highlights Innovative Z-MAX 6A Termination Process - The Fastest Category 6A Termination in the Cabling Industry

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:45:11 EST

Available online at www.siemon.com, the real-time video shows a Z-MAX 6A outlet terminated in under 60 seconds...

New Siemon Whitepaper Discusses Benefits and Options for Delivering Video Over the Structured Cabling Network

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:45:11 EST

"Getting the Picture: The Benefits of Supporting Video Applications with your IT Infrastructure" was developed to help network professionals select a structured cabling network capable of supporting the widest array of enterprise-level video applications...

The '568-C Family of Standards: An Update and an Overview

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:05:11 EST

With the newly published '568-C.0, '568-C.1, and '568-C.3 and almost fully-finalized '568-C.2 Standards encompassing 305 pages of detailed information and containing 151 tables and 121 figures, it can be challenging to remain up to date with the latest TIA telecommunications cabling specifications. This article will help to summarize the content, enhancements, and critical revisions of this important series of Standards...

Siemon Z-MAX Patch Cords Utilize Exclusive PCB-based Smart Plug Technology

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:05:11 EST

Siemon is proud to introduce its innovative category 6A Z-MAX patch cords. Available in both UTP and shielded configurations, the Z-MAX cords feature an exclusive RJ-45 Smart-Plug design which integrates a precisely tuned printed circuit board (PCB) into every plug...

Siemon Launches New Line of MTP Plug and Play Fiber Optic Network Cabling Solutions

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:45:11 EST

Siemon is proud to introduce a completely new and expanded line of high-performance MTP plug and play fiber optic cabling solutions...

Siemon's Valerie Maguire Receives Prestigious Harry J. Pfister Award

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:45:11 EST

Valerie Maguire, Global Sales Engineer for Siemon, received the 2008 Harry J. Pfister Award for Excellence in the Telecommunications Industry at the recent BICSI Winter Conference in Orlando, FL...

Siemon Launches Groundbreaking Z-MAX Network Cabling Solutions

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:35:11 EST

Completely new and innovative RJ-45 category 6A system offers best-in-class performance margin across all critical cabling parameters and termination times under 60 seconds in both UTP and shielded configurations...

Siemon Extends Its "Green" Operations Initiative with Clean Solar Power

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:45:00 EST

As part of Siemon's ongoing environmental stewardship initiative, the company has launched an aggressive solar energy program at its Watertown, CT Corporate Headquarters and North American Manufacturing Campus. Construction is well underway on a 217KW, 15,600 square-foot solar power system at Siemon's Dynamic Manufacturing Facility. When completed in Q4 2008, this clean and renewable energy system will reduce this power hungry operation's dependence on non-renewable energy sources...

Innovative outlet lock and locking patch cords can be used to secure RJ45-style connectors and active equipment

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:45:00 EST

Siemon, a global leader in network infrastructure, announces the launch of LockIT, a complete line of secure RJ45 network connectivity. Featuring a secure, tamper-proof outlet lock and lockable patch cord, this system protects against unauthorized port access in unused outlets as well as deterring patch cord removal. LockIT outlet locks and patch cords require no specialty connectivity and can be utilized to secure nearly any RJ45-based network infrastructure. The LockIT system is designed to provide physical layer security without adding complexity or impacting overall functionality and density...

Siemon Launches the VersaPOD Data Center Solution - A Fully Integrated Network Cabinet System with High Density Zero-U Cabling and Enhanced Thermal Management

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 16:45:00 EST

Siemon's scalable Data Center VersaPOD system integrates network cabinetry with innovate zero U high density vertical patching, horizontal and vertical cable management and an array of features and accessories to enhance accessibilty and thermal management...

New Siemon Whitepaper and Video Compare the Cost and Performance of Copper and Fiber Optic Cabling in the Data Center

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:30:00 EST

"Comparing Copper and Fiber Options in the Data Center" was developed to help network professionals select future-proof and cost effective network cabling for mission-critical data center infrastructure...

New Siemon Whitepaper Addresses Temperature Specification Challenges Facing the PoE Plus Application

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:30:00 EST

"IEEE 802.3at PoE Plus Operating Efficiency: How to Keep a Hot Application Running Cool " was developed to help network professionals select cabling capable of supporting PoE Plus with minimized risk of degraded performance due to elevated temperature...

Article: IEEE 802.3at PoE Plus Operating Efficiency: How to Keep a Hot Application Running Cool

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:21:00 EST

The development of the pending PoE Plus standards brings to light a significant new challenge in delivering power over a structured cabling system. The higher power delivered by PoE Plus devices causes a temperature rise within the cabling which can negatively impact system performance...

Article: Comparing Copper and Fiber Options in the Data Center

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:20:00 EST

In most data center designs there is a mixture of both copper and fiber infrastructure. This paper is not suggesting that one should replace the other, rather that each should be considered carefully with respect to the applications expected to be supported over the life of the data center...

Case Study: IBMC restructures its information systems architecture with Siemon cabling

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:05:00 EST

The Instituto de Biologica Molecular e Celular (IBMC) (Institute for Molecular and Cellular Biology), a branch of the University of Porto, is a premier global research facility, focusing on the molecular and cellular biology fields...

New Siemon Patch Cords with Integrated Baluns Provide Single-Outlet Support of Multiple High-Definition Video Signals

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:50:00 EST

Hybrid TERA to F-Type or PAL baluns allow four individual TV, CATV, CCTV or other high-definition video signals to be transmitted over a single twisted-pair network cable and outlet...

Free E-Book: 10 Gigabit Network Cabling Basics for IT Professionals

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:20:00 EST

Siemon is proud to launch a new E-Book by noted cabling experts Valerie Maguire (Rybinski) and Carrie Higbie...

Siemon Introduces New TERA to BladePatch Cords for High-Density RJ45 Network Equipment Interfaces

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 15:00:00 EST

Hybrid cords integrate a high-performance category 7A/class FA plug with an innovative RJ45 plug designed for Blade Servers in data centers, server farms and other high-density environments...

Siemon Launches a New Online Resource: A "Greener" Approach to Network Cabling

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:20:00 EST

Siemon, a globally recognized leader in network cabling solutions, is proud to announce the launch of a new online resource dedicated to sharing strategies on environmentally responsible IT network practices as well as examples of Siemon's own award-winning approach to green operations...

Siemon Introduces New Intelligent Infrastructure Solution for Physical Layer Network Management

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 15:30:00 EST

MapIT solution now fully integrates with Siemon's category 6A 10Gb/s screened twisted-pair copper cabling system...

Siemon's Valerie Rybinski Elected to Second Term as Chair of TIA Subcommittee

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:40:00 EST

Valerie Rybinski, Global Sales Engineer for Siemon, has been elected to a second, 2-year term as Chair of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) TR-42.7 Copper Cabling Systems Subcommittee...

Siemon MAX Surface Mount Box Supports 10Gb/s Screened Network Cabling Connectivity

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:33:00 EST

Siemon's line of MAX Surface Mount boxes supports their 10G 6A F/UTP network cabling solution, allowing users to bring high-performance, screened category 6A MAX connectivity to areas requiring surface mount installation....

Case Study: Category 7 in the Real World

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:23:00 EST

Explores Robert Bosch Ltd's standardization on Siemon's Category 7/7A TERA cabling solution...

Siemon Launches New Hybrid TERA Patch Cords for Use with RJ45 Network Equipment Interfaces

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 13:48:00 EST

Hybrid TERA to RJ cords allow high-performance category 7A/class FA copper cabling systems to be easily integrated into current network equipment...

Siemon Adds New 10Gb/s MC Patch Cord to its 10G 6A F/UTP Line of Network Cabling Solutions

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 06:00:00 EST

New screened RJ45 patch cords feature removable color-coding clip and ultra-slim boot with "cantilevered" latch protection for high density environments...

Siemon Announces New RJ-45 Industrial Bulkhead Coupler

Thu, 31 May 2007 06:00:00 EST

Provides-protection for plug-to-plug network cabling connections in harsh industrial environments...

Bluesocket and Siemon Partner for Stronger Integration of Wireless and Wired Networks

Mon, 21 May 2007 12:00:00 EST

Addressing IP Convergence Needs of Enterprise, Government Customers...

Siemon's EMEA Manufacturing and Logistics Center Certified to ISO9001:2000

Tue, 22 May 2007 13:15:00 EST

All global Siemon manufacturing facilities now ISO-certified...

New Siemon Whitepaper Dispels Common Myths About Screened and Shielded Network Cabling

Fri, 11 May 2007 12:25:00 EST

Siemon is proud to launch a new technical whitepaper by noted cabling expert Valerie Rybinski entitled "Screened and Shielded Cabling - Noise Immunity, Grounding and the Antenna Myth"...

Siemon Launches Expanded-Capacity Vertical Patching Channel for Network Rack Systems

Wed, 9 May 2007 06:00:00 EST

Siemon introduces a new 12-inch wide, expanded capacity version of its popular Vertical Patching Channel (VPC) rack-mounted cable management system. The VPC-12 is a stand-alone manager, designed for being mounted or side-stacked between adjacent racks...

Siemon Announces New Angled Faceplate Adapter for Network Cabling Outlets

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 06:00:00 EST

Reduces mounting depth and bend radius requirements at the work area...

Siemon's New Angled TERA-MAX Patch Panels for 10Gb/s Screened and Shielded Cabling Systems

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 15:00:00 EST

Space-saving 1U 24-port angled patch panel is designed to facilitate patch cord routing without the need for additional rack-mount cable management...

Siemon Announces New Line of Pre-Terminated Copper and Fiber Optic Trunking Cable Assemblies

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 10:30:00 EST

Siemon, a global leader in network cabling, launches a new line of pre-terminated copper and fiber optic trunking cable assemblies. Siemon's copper trunks are the only 10Gb/s capable copper trunking cables on the market and are available in all three of Siemon's 10GBASE-T solutions, including 10G 6A F/UTP, 10G 6A UTP and Category 7 TERA. Siemon also offers System 6 UTP pre-terminated trunking cable assemblies for support of gigabit applications Siemon's fiber trunks are available in 10Gb/s XGLO fiber optic versions as well as gigabit-capable LightSystem fiber. Each Siemon trunking cable assembly uses high quality Siemon cable and is factory terminated and fully tested, ensuring peak performance...

Testing with Solarflare Communications Confirms 10GBASE-T Performance for Three Siemon Copper Cabling Systems

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 09:00:00 EST

Recent testing performed by Solarflare Communications confirms that Siemon's 10G 6A UTP, 10G 6A F/UTP and Category 7/Class F TERA copper cabling systems meet or exceed all 10GBASE-T performance parameters dictated by the now ratified IEEE 802.3an-2006 standard...