The Open RPD initiative is significant insofar as
developing a future-proof vehicle related to a
code proof-ofconcept for MSOs and vendors who
share a common goal in ensuring an interoperable
solution. The increasing demands for broadband
require MSOs to continue upgrading their
networks. The cable industry in Europe shows a
significant interest in the area of R-PHY. The end
of 2017 and beginning of 2018 will be devoted
to the field trials, with the main challenge being
the interoperability requirements between R-PHY
and the CCAP core. Finally, understanding all
above, VECTOR TECHNOLOGIES aims to build a
suitable laboratory environment that will allow the
replication and solution of our biggest challenges
in R-PHY implementation, such as legacy OOB
systems.
vectortechnologies.com
PWM’s best-selling cold welders
prove popular at Interwire
Interwire 2017 proved a successful showcase for PWM, leading
manufacturer of cold welding equipment, which exhibited two of its
best-selling machines at the event.
“Visitor numbers were good and the
booth was busy, with our EP500 rod
welder and heavy-duty M101 cold
welder in particular generating a lot
of interest,” said PWM’s managing
director, Steve Mepsted.
“These machines have been popular
with wire and cable manufacturers for
many years, due to their ease of use
and reliable performance. Both are
equipped with dies that are precision
engineered in our own workshops
to produce strong permanent welds,
reducing waste and minimising
downtime.”
PWM’s range of cold welders was
presented at the show by Joe Snee
Associates, PWM’s exclusive distributor
of equipment, spares and dies in the
US and Canada.
www.pwmltd.co.uk
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