Overview
In the last decade, growing demand for bandwidth intensive applications has driven an extensive deployment of centralized fiber optic networks. However, connecting the “last mile” for end users using conventional trenching has been a cost prohibitive.
TeraSpan’s proven micro-trenching technology provides last mile connectivity solutions that are not only versatile and reliable, but also highly cost effective and environmentally friendly. Combining ease of use and rapid deployment by small, highly efficient crews using inexpensive construction equipment, VIF changes the way fiber optic networks are deployed for last mile applications.
For Service Providers, VIF provides the following key benefits:
- Lower Deployment Cost – shallow deployment extends capital budgets
- Faster time to market – rapid deployment accelerates revenue from new services
- Design flexibility – networks may be designed around utilities and branched to serve local customers.
- Rugged product – VDC protects fiber optic cables against construction, frost and compression damage
- Easy to repair & expand – VDC may be re-entered for repairs or to expand networks.
For Municipalities and Home Owner Associations, VIF is an ideal solution:
- Minimal disruption – few traffic interruptions and road closures to bother residents and businesses.
- Easier to Manage – micro-trenching’s low impact minimizes demands on municipal inspectors.
- Low infrastructure impact – ideal for dense urban, heritage & tourist areas.
- Route flexibility – networks may be conveniently designed according to local municipal requirements.
- Increased Safety – less risk of hitting other utilities and lower liability issues.
- Esthetically Pleasing – proper reinstated networks have minimal impact on roadways and boulevards.
The TeraSpan VIF system is eligible for loans granted under the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Telecommunications Program (RDTP) and is included on the accepted materials list in the underground conduit section.
VIF is an ideal fit for last mile applications in the following the unique FTTX requirements of many different market sectors including Government (including municipalities, hospitals and schools), Carriers and Wireless Providers, Fiber to the Business (including private enterprises) and Fiber To The Home projects.
