Tuesday, January 26, 2016

FAQs: Fiber Optic Cable Installation Companies



Investing in a fiber optic network can improve the way you conduct business by ensuring a more secure and more reliable way to transfer and receive data. Hiring a reputable installation company is the best way to get started if you are interested in a fiber optic network. Expert fiber optic cable technicians are skilled and experienced at installing high-quality cables and in designing custom solutions. If you are looking for a reliable installation company, these questions should help you decide which one to hire:

What are the certifications I should be looking for?
Reputable fiber optic installers are credentialed and certified by well-known and prestigious programs in the industry. Look for a company that is a member of BISCI, and certified by ICC. ICC certified master technicians and certified elite installation companies are eligible to provide a 15-year lifetime warranty for new installations. Consider a company that is a member of the Fiber Optic Association to ensure that the certified technicians are knowledgeable and compliant with the latest technological advancements to provide exemplary work.

What can I expect from a fiber optic installation?
Fiber optic cables are made of glass fibers that are wound within the heavy insulated casing. The cables are specially designed for high-bandwidth and long-distance communications. Fiber optic installations transmit tiny pulses of light with almost no signal loss. As a result, the installation is considered a better alternative to traditional copper wiring.

Security, reliability and speed are among the other benefits of a fiber optic installation. Signals are made of light, so data can travel in greater distances and at higher speeds. And because it does not radiate signals, your data can be more secure. It is extremely hard to tap a fiber optic network, too, and if IT ever does get tapped, the breach in security can easily be detected when the entire system fails as the cable leaks light.

Are fiber optic installation companies reliable?
As long as you choose a certified and experienced fiber optic installation company, you can be confident with their installation and the quality of their fiber optic cables. Look up testimonials and feedback from other businesses about the company to learn more about them.