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Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Traditional vs. SSF

By Eric Bodley in Cable, Fiber Apr 13, 2025 0 comment

Fiber optic cabling comes in a variety of configurations and constructions: multimode, single mode, simplex, duplex, distribution, etc. You can find these variants on the Future Ready Solutions website, including articles and case studies detailing where each is used. However, another core consideration is whether to use fiber cabling built with a traditional glass construction […]

Outdoor Networking: Best Practices for Reliable Connectivity

By Eric Bodley in Cable, Connectivity, Networking Apr 08, 2025 0 comment

The demand for outdoor networking has increased significantly as lifestyles and technologies expand beyond a home’s four walls. With property values increasingly at a premium, more people are converting outdoor spaces into functional areas, integrating outdoor entertainment, workspaces and smart infrastructure. Now with so many new devices available, including outdoor Wi-Fi, surveillance systems, security devices, IoT […]

LightSpeed Demarc Kit Wins Top New Technology Award

By Eric Bodley in Latest News & Insights, Fiber, Connectivity, Broadband Feb 13, 2025 0 comment

The LightSpeed Technologies FTTX-K10 all-in-one fiber demarcation kit recently took home top honors in the annual Top New Technologies (TNT) awards at ISE 2025. This year’s awards saw 13 separate categories ranging from marketing programs to products, and the FTTX-K10 won best new product in the competitive Audio, HDMI & Fiber Optic Cabling category. “ISE […]

Kordz Pro4 48G Active HDMI First to Pass DPL Labs’ 48G Enhanced Reference Standard

By Eric Bodley in HDMI, DPL Labs, Connectivity Feb 03, 2025 0 comment

DPL Laboratories, Inc., the industry leader in high-speed digital testing, specializing in the performance evaluation of digital signal connectivity products such as HDMI and USB cables, proudly announces that Kordz new Pro4 48Gbps Active Optical HDMI Cable is the first production HDMI optical cable to pass DPL Labs’ new 48G Enhanced Reference Standard Platform. This cutting-edge platform […]

Choosing a UPS: What’s Best for My Application

By Eric Bodley in Power Feb 01, 2025 0 comment

An uninterruptible power supply, or UPS, is a critical component for audio-visual, security, networking and broadband installations. UPSs provide backup power when the main power source fails, they condition incoming power from surges and voltage fluctuations, and they optimize power output signals to perform within intended specifications. In essence, UPSs ensure devices operate properly and […]

Choosing a UPS: Modular vs. Conventional

By Eric Bodley in Power Jan 06, 2025 0 comment

Many decisions go into choosing the proper uninterruptible power supply (UPS): power requirements, runtime, battery technology, physical size, installation location, efficiency, environmental impact, etc. We’ve covered many of these topics in previous power articles. However, there is one basic question that often gets overlooked: should you install a conventional UPS or a modular UPS? This […]

How to Calculate UPS Load and Runtime

By Eric Bodley in Power Jan 05, 2025 0 comment

Choosing the proper uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system is more than just features and battery type: a critical first step is understanding the total load, or the power requirement of all the devices that will be connected to the UPS, and the desired protection time for the total load. If you choose a UPS with […]

UPS Battery Technology: What’s Best and is it Safe?

By Eric Bodley in Power Dec 30, 2024 0 comment

Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) batteries store energy and provide backup power when the main power source fails. The technology used in UPS batteries has evolved over time and today a variety of options exist depending on budget, environment, desired lifecycle and even safety requirements. This article explores the pros and cons behind five major battery […]

Integrator Branded Brochures

By Eric Bodley in Power, Business Dec 24, 2024 0 comment

Engage customers and grow your brand with custom brochures from Future Ready Solutions. We offer a variety of white papers, brochures and solution guides that help explain the latest technology trends to home owners, building managers, architects and consultants, all branded with your logo and contact information. Popular topics include: identifying and solving power problems, […]

10 Reasons to Sell Centralized UPS Systems

By Eric Bodley in Power Dec 17, 2024 0 comment

Centrally located uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems are one of the fastest growing product categories for audio-visual integrators. Historically deployed only for remote racks and devices, UPSs located at the main power panel protect and optimize power for the entire building from a single, easy-to-install and service location. If you’re new to the category and […]

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