Cables
How is Coronavirus Impacting Wire and Cable Supply from Asia?
The potential financial impact of the COVID-19 virus was made clear by mid-March when the U.S. stock market experienced multiple near-meltdowns. Freefalling stocks were stopped only by fail-safe measures built into the trading system after a massive 1988 single-day S&P 500 Index drop that…
Long Distance Fiber Optic and Rural Connectivity
Rural America needs high-speed internet. Fewer rural Americans go online (69%) than their urban neighbors (75%), and more rural residents (39%) lack access to broadband than urban Americans (4%). In an information-driven and data-rich economy, any geographic region that is not properly equipped to…
Power over Ethernet Without Limits: Innovative Cable Solutions for Longer-Distance Runs
Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology has been utilizing Cat 5e and Cat 6 Ethernet cables to deliver electric power alongside data over a single connection for years. This innovative technology enables safe and efficient installations that effectively transmit power while collecting data, all at a…
The Latest Innovations in CCTV and Surveillance Cables
Security is one area where no business can afford to skimp. The companies that fail to update their security measures in a timely fashion and stay on top of emerging security trends are most often the ones that struggle to compete in today’s ever-advancing technological landscape. With the latest…
Tips for Specifying or Buying Direct Buried Cable
When it comes to electrical and data installations, one crucial aspect that often goes overlooked is the choice of cable. In particular, selecting the right direct buried cable is essential for ensuring the longevity and reliability of your outdoor wiring projects. Whether you're an electrician, or…
Automated Lighting, Temp Control Lead the Way in 'Smart' Homes and Businesses
Whether customers are building a new home or renovating an old one, some of their top concerns are shaped by a tech-enabled lifestyle. We're becoming increasingly accustomed to extreme convenience, and we expect our homes to be "smart" just like our phones and TVs. We're also more concerned about…
Trends in LAN Cables and Premise Cabling
Businesses today are internet-driven. Without a doubt, after the lights and heat are working, internet access is on everybody's mind. Internet speeds impact retail business revenues. Slow network speeds lead to poor customer service ratings and frustration among knowledgeable workers. The race is…
As Trade War Deepens, U.S. Made Wire & Cable is a Safer Option
The United States and China are the world's two largest economies, and, for the past year, they have been locked in a grueling trade war. The US-China trade war has resulted in the imposition of heavy tariffs by both countries against each other. These tariffs, along with likelihood of future…
Today's Security Equipment Install, Its Critical Nature, and the Role Security Cable Plays
In today’s sophisticated security installations, cable makes up about ten percent of the cost. That's because a high-performing system requires cable products that can keep up with the latest technological demands. The security, alarm, and control cables you select for your project will determine…
Trends in Home Theater and Multimedia in 2019 and Beyond
With the ubiquity of Netflix and other streaming content, the option to stay in for a quality home theater experience continues to grow in popularity in 2019. Trends such as home automation, soundbars, multiple screens in place of projectors, and virtual reality make now the perfect time to…