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July 6, 2005 Minneapolis, MN -- West Central Telephone Association of Sebeka, MN today announced that it will deploy ADC's OmniReach platform in support of an all-fiber network infrastructure. By converting its network entirely to fiber-optic cabling and by putting all its customers within 12,000 ft. of one its 88 digital loop carriers, the co-op says it's readying its 602-sq. mi. service area in rural Minnesota for an expansion of high-tech jobs.
"Our investment in a fiber infrastructure, including ADC OmniReach FTTX solutions, allows us to offer our customers state-of-the-art technology," says Anthony Mayer, general manager for West Central Telephone. "As a result, we've recruited new businesses to this part of Minnesota that would otherwise not have been attracted to this rural area. Our investment in fiber is what allows us to offer cutting-edge communications technology and positions us for future economic growth."
The FTTX deployment includes ADC's OmniReach Fiber Distribution Terminals for centralization of splitters in the field. The company says these outside plant cabinets are designed specifically for FTTX applications with features that directly impact the reliability, functionality, and operational cost of networks, including 1 x 32 splitters with strain relief for the output pigtails, and connectorization and splicing options for the input fiber.
"As a global company with its world headquarters in Minnesota, ADC is proud to work with West Central Telephone and other rural cooperatives in promoting economic development for their communities with the installation of fiber infrastructures," remarks Pat O'Brien, president of ADC's Global Connectivity business unit. "Our FTTX solutions are the perfect fit for rural telcos who want to make an investment in their futures and ensure that their networks can efficiently scale to support new telecommunication services vital to community development and long-term economic viability."
West Central Telephone provides long-distance, Internet, and cable TV services to its customers in addition to local phone service. The rural telecommunications cooperative also provides interactive TV for area schools.
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