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FO Field 2.0
for Butterfly Cables
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The field-terminable FO connector FO Field 2.0 is
taking another field of application by storm. R&M is
launching a modified version for butterfly cables.
The practical experience and feedback from a
large number of partners were once again the
incentive for the R&M team to continue their
further development. A modified FO Field 2.0
will be available from the fall of 2019. Initially
taking the form of an SC connector, it can now
safely grip both butterfly and drop cables.
Not just for FITH
Butterfly cables are easy to wire and are a
much appreciated product in the Fiber in
the Home (FITH) field. It was particularly for
this area that R&M developed the modified
FO Field 2.0 type. However, its mechanical
stability also means it can be used in the
uncontrolled area.
The innovative clamping technology of the
FO Field 2.0 not only fixes the cable jacket but
also the optical fiber inside. A box nut secures
the clamp. Furthermore the FO Field 2.0 can
be rewired.
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Application tests show that the connection
is significantly more stable and resistant
than comparable solutions. The transmission
properties and attenuation values are retained
completely and permanently.
Daniel Eigenmann | Product Manager
daniel.eigenmann@rdm.com
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R&M now
ISO 45001 Certified
Corporate
After successful international recertification in quality and environmental management
(Group certificates for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001), the R&M Head Office was certified in
June 2019 in compliance with ISO 45001.
The new international standard ISO 45001,
which covers the high demands placed on
management for health and safety at work,
will be introduced at all production plants in
the R&M Group over the next two years.
The subject of health and safety at work is of
central importance at R&M and is an integral
part of the corporate policy. Furthermore,
international key accounts increasingly expect
the relevant standards to be guaranteed.
Safe and healthy workplaces are important
indicators of a sustainable, high-performance
company. The focal points of the new ISO
45001 standard are:
– Optimizing performance for health and
safety at work
– Managing risks for safety at work and the
health of employees
– Avoiding accidents and occupational illnesses
as well as offering safe and healthy
workplaces
– Ensuring the adherence to legal regulations
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Jonas Güresir
Head Corporate Quality Management
jonas.gueresir@rdm.com
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