Emtelle, the leading global manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cable and ducted network solutions, today announced a new collaboration with CommScope, a leading network technology company, to further expand its fibre connectivity portfolio.

^{CommScope FIST™- MSC, FIST™-EDSA & MJC closures are amongst the range additions that are fully compatible with the Emtelle range.}

Under the agreement, Emtelle will integrate CommScope closures and connectivity products into its existing solutions. This will further enhance Emtelle’s solutions by marrying CommScope’s unique offering with Emtelle’s existing microduct and blown fibre cabling range.

Covering all requirements for a Fibre-to-the-X (FTTX) network – from distribution to the customer connection – the CommScope closure range has the benefit of tool free re-entry and boasts superior gel sealing technology. The range includes closures that cater for microduct connections, fibre splicing, fibre splitting, as well as closures which accommodate pre-connectorised and hardened connectors.

“The opportunity to work with CommScope is a natural fit for both companies and we are delighted to implement these new high-quality closures and connectivity products within our comprehensive solutions offering,” said Tony Rodgers, CEO at Emtelle. “This addition will further elevate our existing range and ensure Emtelle remains the full solution provider at the forefront of the industry. We have rigorously tested these products to ensure they offer maximum capability and are fully compatible with our fibre and microduct solutions.  We look forward to our customers experiencing the full benefits of the new range of complimentary solutions.”

The extensive portfolio includes the popular FIST^TM EDSA (Fibre Optic Splice Closure), FIST™ MSC (Modular Splice Closure), FLAT FIST^TM, MDCC (Micro Duct Cable Closure), MJC Copper Closure, OFDC (Fibre Optic Splice/Patch Closure), TENIO^TM, CTU (Fibre Closure Termination Units for closures) plus many more existing and future product developments to come from CommScope. The FIST^TM range and TENIO^TM closures use the CommScope patented Interface System Management splice trays and attached organiser. This is the original single-element and single-circuit transient loss-controlled fibre closure and organiser system which has been adopted as the first choice for many installers in many regions.

CommScope’s gel sealing patented technology has excellent environmental security, self-healing capabilities and ensures fast closure and re-entry in the field, which allows for maintenance and future connections to be established in a simpler and less time-consuming way.

“With subscribers clamouring for technology, such as fibre, to deliver more and more bandwidth and a premium service quality, it is imperative network operators continue to look for faster ways to deploy high speed mobile and broadband networks,” said Stephanos Thomopoulos, vice president of Broadband Networks for Europe, at CommScope.  “Speedy and reliable connectivity supports economic growth and improved quality of life for everyone across the UK.”

The CommScope connectivity products will initially be offered by Emtelle in the UK, with scope to expand sales into Europe in the future. In the meantime, Emtelle has the ability to sell CommScope products in Europe through distributors.

For more information about CommScope, please visit: https://www.commscope.com/

Please see official press release here

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Firstly, let me wish our customers, suppliers & partners well during these uncertain times.  Our immediate priority has been the safety and well-being of our staff and the wider community over these past few weeks and months.

However, I wanted to take this opportunity to reassure all our customers and partners that Emtelle continues to operate business as usual.  We remain uniquely placed with our Pan-European manufacturing capability to provide risk-managed solutions to our customers.

Our manufacturing facilities in the United Kingdom, Denmark, and Germany all have full production capabilities including quality management, engineering and health and safety. The end-to-end solutions we supply, coupled with local manufacture, provides an unparalleled service to customers old and new at this trying time.

We have implemented strategic measures across the Emtelle group and will continue to do so as the global status develops. Just as we have done throughout this pandemic, we will do our best in limiting the spread of the virus by following official guidelines, whilst balancing this with keeping our production output to a maximum.

We will continue to service our customers with the utmost care and communication, and we will monitor the situation closely as global announcements evolve in the following weeks. I am confident that Emtelle are, and will remain, in the best possible position to service our customers’ needs through these challenging times and beyond.

Finally, my sincere thanks to all our employees, customers, partners, and suppliers for the support and understanding throughout this time. We have always been proud to play a part within the global power and telecommunication industries– this is the case now more than ever.

Tony Rodgers

CEO Emtelle Group

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Emtelle, global manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cabling and ducted network solutions, announces today the first instalment of its focused expansion at the Emtelle GmbH manufacturing facility in Erfurt, Germany. New extrusion lines have been purchased to increase manufacturing capabilities at the German factory.

The purchase of new extrusion lines allows for high speed, quality and increased microduct capabilities at Emtelle GmbH.

This news comes as Emtelle GmbH ramps up focus on the German and wider European market by increasing capacity and capabilities in all aspects of the German business.  These state-of-the-art extrusion lines allow for high speed, efficient microduct manufacturing at the Erfurt-based plant.

Purchased from Maillefer, the global leader in wire, cable, pipe and tube production technologies, these new best-in-class extrusion lines provide Emtelle with the extra capability to manufacture microduct solutions to the highest quality. The new equipment is a noticeable addition to Emtelle’s already impressive production portfolio, where the company holds the title of Europe’s largest microduct manufacturer in terms of capacity with its existing 56 manufacturing lines.

Speaking of the purchase, Managing Director of Emtelle GmbH, Ralf Gorontzi said: “Emtelle has always been driven on delivering the highest quality product and service solutions to our customers across the globe. Our initial investment in the acquisition of Moore GmbH further emphasised our determination to be at the centre of the German and European market; but we won’t stop there – as the market grows, Emtelle too will grow, and the purchase of the new extrusion lines is a natural progression for the company. It’s important that we have the optimum technologies behind our product portfolio to manufacture our solutions in a high-quality way and this machinery from Maillefer allows us to do just that.”

Emphasizing this point, Philippe Moeschler, Maillefer’s VP for Pipe & Tube applications, stated: “Maillefer technologies guarantee excellent centricity and high stability of our customer’s products. By supplying such turn-key solutions to Emtelle, a customer who already excels in their manufacturing process, we assist them in expanding the existing range of extrusion lines. We expect to see Emtelle continue maximising output and to deliver more durable microduct solutions that are of the highest calibre”.

This investment comes as part of Emtelle’s ever-expanding focus and delivery to the European market, with more interesting developments to be announced from the leading manufacturer in the coming weeks.

Read official press release here

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Emtelle, the global manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cable and ducted network solutions, announced today it has acquired 16,000m² of land located adjacent to its manufacturing plant in Erfurt, Germany.

The news follows the manufacturer’s recent investment in its production capabilities with the purchase of new extrusion lines at the Erfurt manufacturing facility. This latest investment from Emtelle allows for further options of increased manufacturing capacity, increased stock capabilities whilst expanding product testing and customer training facilities.

These developments will ultimately strengthen the company’s full offering and enable Emtelle to better serve the global growing demand.

With manufacturing facilities in Germany, Denmark and Scotland, Emtelle is already well-placed to supply reliable, high quality fibre and ducted network solutions to over 100 countries across the globe. The new land acquisition further emphasises this and enhances the focus that Emtelle holds on continuously improving service to customers both in the German and global markets.

Emtelle Group CEO, Tony Rodgers commented: “As leaders in our field, it is important that we have the space to grow. Acquiring this land means we can do just that. The German market is a growing market for us, so it is imperative we continue to invest and expand our capabilities at our Erfurt factory. This additional land purchase allows us to enhance our facilities, so we remain at the forefront of the FTTX industry”.

Since its inception, Emtelle has developed innovative blown fibre and ducted network solutions that allow for a more simple, efficient installation with minimal disruption to effectively connect premises worldwide. This land acquisition follows the progression from Emtelle’s recent investment of more than €30 million in its European factories from 2017 when the acquisition of Moore GmbH took place.

Read official press release here

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Emtelle the global manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cabling and ducted network solutions, today announced its two-year contract extension for the supply of microduct and fibre cable solutions to UK ultrafast broadband provider, Gigaclear. Running until the end of 2022, this contract extension is anticipated to be worth £10 million over the next two years.

An Emtelle customer since 2017, Gigaclear has connected over 65,000 rural homes with a state-of-the-art fibre network infrastructure in over 22 counties across the UK. This broadband infrastructure relies heavily on the quality solutions manufactured by Emtelle including standard microducts, fibre optic cables, and a bespoke multiduct solution tailored to Gigaclear’s network and identification requirements. Emtelle’s fibre and duct solutions are used by Gigaclear for providing spine, distribution and drop connections to residential and commercial premises, mainly in rural districts.

Emtelle is the dominant UK supplier across a full range of passive fibre optic infrastructure solutions; its reputation for supporting fibre rollouts and delivering on innovative solutions that address the key issues surrounding fibre deployment has been repeatedly demonstrated in the field. Its solutions have been deployed across the country in both rural and urban scenarios, and Emtelle has proven itself to be the supplier of choice for Gigaclear’s rural deployments. Working together collaboratively, the complete solution supply from Emtelle has enabled Gigaclear to focus on improving its fibre footprint as it rolls out a competitive fibre infrastructure across the UK.

Speaking of the contract extension, Gareth Williams, CEO at Gigaclear, said: “It’s a pleasure to have extended this supply contract to Emtelle until the end of 2022. Having worked with Emtelle for many years now, we have witnessed its unrivalled service in terms of support and communication. For us, working with a supplier which is responsive, easy to deal with, and has the ability to adapt to change helps us focus our efforts on our end goal – bridging the digital divide by bringing outstanding broadband to rural communities. Emtelle has enabled Gigaclear to do just this, and this contract extension will ultimately enable us to continue ramping up our network deployments across the UK and connecting more customers with ultrafast broadband.”

Tony Rodgers, CEO at Emtelle commented: “Emtelle is delighted with the outcome of the recent contract extension negotiations with Gigaclear, and it’s great to know that our solutions and support are highly acknowledged and appreciated by such customers. We look forward to providing uninterrupted supply and support to Gigaclear as part of this extended contract in the following two years.”

Read the official press release here 

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Emcab, a new optical cable manufacturer in Germany, has today commenced operations to serve the globe with an unrivalled range of fibre cable solutions.

Located in the heart of Europe in Erfurt, Germany, Emcab is a joint venture between Emtelle and Incab. With specialties in the manufacture of ducted, buried and blown fibre cables, blown fibre microducts, plus HDPE & PVC ducts between both industry giants, Emtelle’s and Incab’s combined knowledge and expertise will offer a well-rounded high-quality fibre optic cable offering to customers worldwide.

Comprising of an extensive cable range that offers increased fibre counts of up to 864 fibres and covers a wide range of applications including direct burial, the entire range is fully compatible with Emtelle FibreFlow duct and microduct solutions. Emcab cables are manufactured utilizing the number one fibre in the industry – Corning^® optical fibre – and undergo regular tests at the specially equipped test sites. Proven to achieve superior blowing performance Emcab’s blowing track is built compliant to the requirements of IEC 60794-1-21:2015 Standard. The Emcab offering guarantees the use of the most advanced materials available providing global customers with premium and reliable cables.

 Aleхander Smilgevich, CEO of Incab expanded more on the manufacturing capabilities of Emcab and commented: “Combining the technical experience and capabilities of both Emtelle and Incab made logical sense to build Emcab and conquer the industry with such high-quality optical cable solutions. Emcab’s primary manufacturing plant is in Erfurt, Germany, which further elevates the service we can provide to the European market, but we will also be manufacturing Emcab cables across four worldwide locations – Erfurt, Hawick, Scotland, Perm, Russia and Arlington, USA. This ability allows us to widen our supply to our customers across a larger geographical area in an efficient manner.”

Speaking of this new joint venture Tony Rodgers, CEO of Emtelle added: “Emtelle and Incab together is the perfect harmony. Emcab joins Emtelle’s blown fibre and microduct manufacturing experience with the fibre optic cable capabilities of Incab, to offer a truly best-in-class fibre connectivity solution. We have rigorously tested individual products to ensure that we can go to the market with fully optimized fibre and cable solutions with guaranteed compatibility.  The additional fibre capacity this venture brings to Emtelle further enhances the fibre in tube capability and capacity, with guaranteed operability between fibre and duct.  This is the solution our customers have been asking the market for: cables and ducts that are matched – straight off the drum -guaranteed”.

Sales and manufacturing will begin immediately at Emcab, fronted by Managing Director Robert Deffa-Wilk and supported by a global sales and technical team.

For more information, please visit: www.emcab.co.

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As part of the leading manufacturer’s continued focus on the German market, Emtelle GmbH are delighted to announce the appointment of Stefanie Smolen as Business Development Manager for Western Germany.

Stefanie Smolen, Business Development Manager for Western Germany, Emtelle GmbH

Stefanie has assumed this role with effect from Wednesday 1^st July 2020. As part of her role as Business Development Manager, Stefanie will work closely with current and prospective clients, by providing quality service and solutions to meet the needs of all aspects of FTTX deployments within the Western Region.

With a career spanning over 14 years within the telecommunications sector, Stefanie brings a wealth of knowledge from her experience within both external and internal sales. Stefanie has also dedicated her time to studying towards and obtaining the degree ‘Dipl.-Kauffrau (FH)’ from FOM University of Applied Sciences. Combining her qualification and experience with the fact that Stefanie resides in the heart of the Ruhr area of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), proves that she is perfectly placed to support customers to the highest level across Western Germany.

As with the entire Emtelle GmbH sales team, Stefanie will report directly to Nils Stump, Head of Sales for Emtelle GmbH. Commenting on the recent appointment Nils said “The addition of Stefanie to the existing Emtelle GmbH sales team and our manufacturing facility in Erfurt, central Germany, further strengthens our position to serve all areas of Germany. Our Sales Team cover the entire country, from North to South, East to West, providing exemplary service to our customers with high quality solutions. I have every faith that Stefanie will be an invaluable member of our team based on her skills, experience and natural ability to strike up positive relationships, both within Emtelle and externally with our customers. We wish her every success in her future endeavours within Emtelle ”.

Stefanie Smolen, new Business Development Manager for Emtelle GmbH in Western Germany added “Emtelle GmbH have already proven they are in the dominant position to serve the German and European Market. Being a part of such a company that is always looking for new and innovative ways to better serve the market fills me with excitement and ambition. I look forward to supporting current & prospective customers with the leading-edge supply and service Emtelle clearly has to offer”.

 With the addition of Stefanie, the Emtelle GmbH sales team now consists of Head of Sales with 4 Sales Managers and marketing personnel covering all of Germany, meaning Emtelle is now the most strongly represented company in the German microduct market.

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Emtelle have been appointed as a key supplier of a range of fibre optic solutions and components, as part of the collective efforts between T-Mobile Netherlands, Primevest Capital Partners and VolkerWessels Telecom. Together the partners plan to build a new fibre network in the Loosduinen area in the Hague, connecting 25,000 households to a network with speeds of at least 1 Gigabit per second (Gbps) – with Emtelle fibre optic solutions in deployment. Preparations for the deployment started in June and construction will begin in August.

This comes as a progression from a previous project in 2019 where the partners connected 32,000 homes in the Segbroek neighbourhood of the Hague with Emtelle pre-installed fibre solutions being deployed to reach the outlined speeds. Whilst both projects are in the city of the Hague, both districts present different housing landscapes. In the Loosduinen district, most residential buildings are high rise apartments meaning Emtelle’s 2-fibre optical cable was the optimum solution for providing efficient and direct access to each home whether it be installed underground, aerially, or internally.

Henk van der Wal, Operations Manager at VolkerWessels Telecom explained why Emtelle was the supplier of choice by commenting “Whilst it goes without saying that Emtelle solutions are of premium quality, their support and communication lead the way in terms of allowing networks to not only be reliable and efficient, it allows us to install a fibre optic network seamlessly. Having worked with Emtelle for many years now – including last year’s Segbroek district project – their service and supply provide us with the means of innovative deployment methods, allowing for  fast deployment while causing minimal inconvenience to the surrounding area.”

“We have been working closely with VolkerWessels Telecom for a long period of time creating bespoke solutions to improve their future fibre infrastructure. This project win is a direct result of our established relationship and the clear communication between both companies. It’s a pleasure to work with a contractor that is so ingrained in working with key telecommunication providers and look forward to building on this for years to come” added Theun Tukkers, Sales Manager Benelux of Emtelle. 

Read more on the Segbroek district project here

Theun Tukkers, Emtelle

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Emtelle, the leading manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cabling and ducted network solutions, announces the appointment of Colin Jardine as Group Continuous Improvement Manager. This appointment is an integral part of the strengthening and development of the company which has placed a renewed focus on continuous improvement and the strive for absolute excellence.

Colin will be responsible for the delivery of process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives across all aspects of the business. In this role Colin will act as an internal consultant on both short and long-term projects by analysing business processes, developing new and innovative strategies to maximise improvement, leading activities, and monitoring progress. Colin will drive forward a culture of continuous improvement across all 4 Emtelle sites (Hawick, Jedburgh, Erfurt and Sonder Felding) and will report directly into the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Operations Officer.

This role will be crucial in the development and implementation of a ‘best-in-class’ continuous improvement strategy and building a continuous improvement environment to support an ongoing programme of change. This means Colin will be working closely with all departments across the Emtelle Group to identify areas of improvement and implementing clear processes to achieve maximum yet efficient output.

Colin has proven by his previous responsibilities within Emtelle as Factory Manager at Jedburgh and project lead for ONE Emtelle that he is well equipped for such a role. He has a good understanding of all aspects of the business with good rapport with the wider Emtelle team. His enthusiasm and commitment for excellence will be fundamental in driving the business forward and he undoubtedly has all the skills and attributes to excel in his new role as Group Continuous Improvement Manager.

CEO of Emtelle Tony Rodgers commented “We’re delighted that someone of Colin’s calibre has accepted this position. His invaluable knowledge and experience will be a major boost to our continuous improvement programme which will ultimately benefit the company and our customers”.

Colin has assumed this role with effect from Monday 20th July 2020.

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As part of the company’s continued focus in strengthening capabilities across the entire group, Emtelle has expanded the countries the Danish sales function covers, and have appointed a new Head of Telecoms for Denmark.

Existing regional Sales Director for Emtelle DK Laila Nygaard Pedersen will continue in her role driving the sales team to excellence in Denmark, Faroe Islands, Iceland. Norway will now be included in the regional team sales responsibilities. Having worked in Emtelle for many years with a background in sales and marketing, Laila is perfectly positioned to drive and oversee the strategic direction for Emtelle DK.

Reporting directly into Laila, Morten W Mikkelsen will now assume the new role of Head of Telecoms DK. In this role Morten will be responsible for the daily tasks involved in telecoms sales, including customer liaison. With an existing excellent rapport with customers and colleagues, Morten has proven he possesses all relevant skills and experience to service and support the customers whilst keeping the highest communication internally, ultimately providing a best-in-class service to the region.

Laila and Morten Mikkelsen will continue to be supported technically by Morten Jensen as Sales & Technical Support Engineer within the regions covered. Simon Dagø will continue in his role as sales manager driving the PE duct business in the Danish and Nordic region.

Tony Rodgers CEO of Emtelle explained the strategic change “Emtelle is only as good as the people behind the company. The Emtelle DK sales and technical team have already proven they are more than capable in providing premium support and excellence to our customers within the region. In an ever-growing competitive market, the Danish and Nordic markets have accelerated over recent years and we are still at the forefront ready to offer our well renowned services and solutions to the customers. As part of our continued commitment to Denmark as one of our native markets, this progression is an effort to give even better customer service, and I have no doubt with Laila and Morten driving the success, our customers are in capable hands.”.

Read this announcement in Danish here

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Hawick, Scotland, 22 September 2020- Broadband for the Rural North Ltd (B4RN), a professionally designed fibre optic network run by a dedicated local team of landowners and volunteers, and Emtelle,  the global manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cabling and ducted network solutions, have celebrated the installation of five million metres of Emtelle premium ducting solutions to connect thousands of rural communities in the North of England.

With the help of Emtelle’s innovative solutions and technical support, B4RN has been successfully building its own fibre network for years. Deployments involve digging the routes, laying the fibre and splicing the fibres – and it’s not just superfast but hyperfast, bringing broadband speeds of one gigabit per second to every home.

Since 2011, B4RN and Emtelle have worked in close collaboration and earlier this month they celebrated reaching the important milestone of the supply of five million metres of Emtelle ducting solutions. The event hosted at B4RN headquarters in Melling, Lancashire, involved Emtelle presenting the B4RN team with an exclusive golden 16/12mm Emtelle duct and a delicious, specially designed cake created by Hawick Baker named ‘Storm in a Teacup’.

Speaking on the milestone, Barry Forde, CEO at B4RN, said: “It has been a pleasure to work with Emtelle over the past nine years, it goes without saying that its solutions are of the highest quality. From supplying five million metres of ducts to providing on-going technical support, this strong relationship has allowed us to seamlessly connect thousands of homes and businesses across rural parts of Lancashire, Cumbria and Yorkshire. We look forward to ramping up our network deployments to bring more outstanding broadband to more rural communities.”

After years of slow broadband speeds leaving local residents struggling to stay connected, the rural community of Borwick were in need of a fast, reliable solution. While investigating options, Forde engaged in dialogue with Emtelle to discuss the products and solutions it could supply to facilitate such a project. Emtelle demonstrated that its FibreFlow™ Solution was ideal for the remote Fibre-To-The-Premises (FTTP) customers that B4RN wanted to connect.

Since then, Emtelle and B4RN have continued to work in tandem with Emtelle’s 7mm microducts being installed to the home from the bundle at the access chamber, while the 16mm microducts are used to provide large fibre count cables for B4RN’s backbone network. Emtelle provides product training and customer support to B4RN volunteers, so they are well equipped to solely deploy Emtelle microducts, ensuring the whole project remains within the community. Following the duct installation, Emtelle’s two and four blown fibre units are used to drop to the individual customer premises. This best practice has been shared widely over a series of regular Show-Tell Events hosted by B4RN and Emtelle where like-minded communities learn more about setting up their own fibre networks.

Simon Wade, Sales Manager at Emtelle, added: “We are honoured to be in partnership with B4RN, through sheer determination, it has not only brought a fit-for-purpose internet connection to rural homes, it has built a network that would be envied by most city dwellers. Thank you to the B4RN team for the custom – here’s to the next five million metres and our ongoing prosperous relationship.”

For more information about B4RN, please visit: https://b4rn.org.uk/. To learn more about Emtelle, see: https://www.emtelle.com/.

Read more on the celebrations here. 

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01.10.2020. Mit einem feierlichen Spatenstich begannen heute die Bauarbeiten zur Werkserweiterung der Emtelle GmbH. Gemeinsam mit Staatssekretärin Valentina Kerst (Staatssekretärin im Thüringer Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft und Digitale Gesellschaft), Steffen Linnert (Wirtschaftsbeigeordneter Erfurt), Wolfgang Jentz (Amtsleiter für Wirtschaftsförderung Erfurt ) und Susann Martens (Director Investment Promotion Western Europe beim LEG Thüringen) setzten die verantwortlichen Mitarbeiter der Emtelle GmbH den Startschuss.

Mit dem Erwerb von 17.000 m² Land neben seiner bestehenden Produktionsstätte erweitert Emtelle, der weltweite Hersteller von Mikrorohr- und Glasfaserkabellösungen seine Kapazitäten in Erfurt. Bereits im Mai gab der Hersteller eine Erweiterung seiner Produktionskapazitäten mit dem Kauf zwei neuer Extrusionslinien bekannt. Mit dem neu erworbenen Grundstück wird die Emtelle GmbH ihre Lagerkapazitäten für Mikrorohre und Glasfaserkabel erweitern sowie Teststrecken und neue Schulungsräume aufbauen. Dies ermöglicht es Emtelle, seine Kunden noch flexibler und schneller mit qualitativ hochwertigen Produkten für den Glasfaserausbau zu bedienen. Auch das bestehende Verwaltungs- und Werksgebäude wird im gleichen Zuge erweitert, umgebaut und modernisiert.

Am Standort Erfurt arbeiten seit der Übernahme der Moore GmbH in Höhe von mehr als 30 Mio. EUR im Jahr 2017 und der Gründung der deutschen Emtelle GmbH mittlerweile über 80 Mitarbeiter, die für die Fertigung und den Vertrieb von Mikrorohren zuständig sind. Der Neuerwerb des Grundstücks unterstreicht den Fokus auf den deutschen und die umliegenden Märkte, den die Emtelle GmbH aktuell verfolgt. Seit der Gründung des Standortes in Erfurt konnte Emtelle in Deutschland ein enormes Wachstum verzeichnen. Der Grundstückskauf ist nun eine weitere Investition in mehr Wachstum und Kapazität.

Nach dem Spatenstich konnten sich die Anwesenden im Rahmen einer Werksführung noch persönlich einen Eindruck der Mikrorohrproduktion vor Ort machen.

Weitere Informationen zu Emtelle finden Sie unter: http://www.emtelle.com/de

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01/10/2020

The construction work for the expansion of the Emtelle GmbH started today with a ground-breaking ceremony. Together with State Secretary Valentina Kerst (State Secretary in the Thuringian Ministry of Economics, Science and Digital Society), Steffen Linnert (Deputy for Economic Affairs Erfurt), Wolfgang Jentz (Head of Department for Economic Development Erfurt) and Susann Martens (Director Investment Promotion Western Europe at LEG Thuringia), the responsible employees at Emtelle GmbH gave the “Go-ahead”.

With the acquisition of 17,000 m² of land next to its existing production facility, Emtelle, the global manufacturer of microduct and fibre optic cable solutions, is expanding its capacities in Erfurt. In May, the manufacturer announced an expansion of its production capacities with the purchase of two new extrusion lines. With the newly acquired property, Emtelle GmbH will expand its stocking capacities for microducts and fibre optic cables and set up test tracks and new customer training rooms. This enables Emtelle to serve its customers even more flexibly and quickly with high-quality products for the FTTH expansion. The existing administration and factory building will also be expanded and modernized at the same time.

Since the takeover of Moore GmbH with an amount of more than EUR 30 million in 2017 and the establishment of the Emtelle GmbH, over 80 employees now work at the Erfurt site, who are responsible for the production and sales of microducts. The new acquisition of the property underlines the focus on Germany and the surrounding markets, which Emtelle GmbH is currently pursuing. Since the establishment of the location in Erfurt, Emtelle in Germany has recorded an enormous growth. The purchase of the property is now another investment in more growth and capacity.

After the ground-breaking ceremony, those present were able to personally get an impression of the microduct production on site as part of a factory tour.

Read the full press release here.

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Emcab, a new optical cable manufacturer in Germany, has today commenced operations to serve the globe with an unrivalled range of fibre cable solutions.

Located in the heart of Europe in Erfurt, Germany, Emcab is a joint venture between Emtelle and Incab. With specialties in the manufacture of ducted, buried and blown fibre cables, blown fibre microducts, plus HDPE & PVC ducts between both industry giants, Emtelle’s and Incab’s combined knowledge and expertise will offer a well-rounded high-quality fibre optic cable offering to customers worldwide.

Comprising of an extensive cable range that offers increased fibre counts of up to 864 fibres and covers a wide range of applications including direct burial, the entire range is fully compatible with Emtelle FibreFlow duct and microduct solutions. Emcab cables are manufactured utilizing the number one fibre in the industry – Corning^® optical fibre – and undergo regular tests at the specially equipped test sites. Proven to achieve superior blowing performance Emcab’s blowing track is built compliant to the requirements of IEC 60794-1-21:2015 Standard. The Emcab offering guarantees the use of the most advanced materials available providing global customers with premium and reliable cables.

 Aleхander Smilgevich, CEO of Incab expanded more on the manufacturing capabilities of Emcab and commented: “Combining the technical experience and capabilities of both Emtelle and Incab made logical sense to build Emcab and conquer the industry with such high-quality optical cable solutions. Emcab’s primary manufacturing plant is in Erfurt, Germany, which further elevates the service we can provide to the European market, but we will also be manufacturing Emcab cables across four worldwide locations – Erfurt, Hawick, Scotland, Perm, Russia and Arlington, USA. This ability allows us to widen our supply to our customers across a larger geographical area in an efficient manner.”

Speaking of this new joint venture Tony Rodgers, CEO of Emtelle added: “Emtelle and Incab together is the perfect harmony. Emcab joins Emtelle’s blown fibre and microduct manufacturing experience with the fibre optic cable capabilities of Incab, to offer a truly best-in-class fibre connectivity solution. We have rigorously tested individual products to ensure that we can go to the market with fully optimized fibre and cable solutions with guaranteed compatibility.  The additional fibre capacity this venture brings to Emtelle further enhances the fibre in tube capability and capacity, with guaranteed operability between fibre and duct.  This is the solution our customers have been asking the market for: cables and ducts that are matched – straight off the drum -guaranteed”.

Sales and manufacturing will begin immediately at Emcab, fronted by Managing Director Robert Deffa-Wilk and supported by a global sales and technical team.

For more information, please visit: www.emcab.co.

As part of the leading manufacturer’s continued focus on the German market, Emtelle GmbH are delighted to announce the appointment of Stefanie Smolen as Business Development Manager for Western Germany.

Stefanie Smolen, Business Development Manager for Western Germany, Emtelle GmbH

Stefanie has assumed this role with effect from Wednesday 1^st July 2020. As part of her role as Business Development Manager, Stefanie will work closely with current and prospective clients, by providing quality service and solutions to meet the needs of all aspects of FTTX deployments within the Western Region.

With a career spanning over 14 years within the telecommunications sector, Stefanie brings a wealth of knowledge from her experience within both external and internal sales. Stefanie has also dedicated her time to studying towards and obtaining the degree ‘Dipl.-Kauffrau (FH)’ from FOM University of Applied Sciences. Combining her qualification and experience with the fact that Stefanie resides in the heart of the Ruhr area of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), proves that she is perfectly placed to support customers to the highest level across Western Germany.

As with the entire Emtelle GmbH sales team, Stefanie will report directly to Nils Stump, Head of Sales for Emtelle GmbH. Commenting on the recent appointment Nils said “The addition of Stefanie to the existing Emtelle GmbH sales team and our manufacturing facility in Erfurt, central Germany, further strengthens our position to serve all areas of Germany. Our Sales Team cover the entire country, from North to South, East to West, providing exemplary service to our customers with high quality solutions. I have every faith that Stefanie will be an invaluable member of our team based on her skills, experience and natural ability to strike up positive relationships, both within Emtelle and externally with our customers. We wish her every success in her future endeavours within Emtelle ”.

Stefanie Smolen, new Business Development Manager for Emtelle GmbH in Western Germany added “Emtelle GmbH have already proven they are in the dominant position to serve the German and European Market. Being a part of such a company that is always looking for new and innovative ways to better serve the market fills me with excitement and ambition. I look forward to supporting current & prospective customers with the leading-edge supply and service Emtelle clearly has to offer”.

 With the addition of Stefanie, the Emtelle GmbH sales team now consists of Head of Sales with 4 Sales Managers and marketing personnel covering all of Germany, meaning Emtelle is now the most strongly represented company in the German microduct market.

Emtelle have been appointed as a key supplier of a range of fibre optic solutions and components, as part of the collective efforts between T-Mobile Netherlands, Primevest Capital Partners and VolkerWessels Telecom. Together the partners plan to build a new fibre network in the Loosduinen area in the Hague, connecting 25,000 households to a network with speeds of at least 1 Gigabit per second (Gbps) – with Emtelle fibre optic solutions in deployment. Preparations for the deployment started in June and construction will begin in August.

This comes as a progression from a previous project in 2019 where the partners connected 32,000 homes in the Segbroek neighbourhood of the Hague with Emtelle pre-installed fibre solutions being deployed to reach the outlined speeds. Whilst both projects are in the city of the Hague, both districts present different housing landscapes. In the Loosduinen district, most residential buildings are high rise apartments meaning Emtelle’s 2-fibre optical cable was the optimum solution for providing efficient and direct access to each home whether it be installed underground, aerially, or internally.

Henk van der Wal, Operations Manager at VolkerWessels Telecom explained why Emtelle was the supplier of choice by commenting “Whilst it goes without saying that Emtelle solutions are of premium quality, their support and communication lead the way in terms of allowing networks to not only be reliable and efficient, it allows us to install a fibre optic network seamlessly. Having worked with Emtelle for many years now – including last year’s Segbroek district project – their service and supply provide us with the means of innovative deployment methods, allowing for  fast deployment while causing minimal inconvenience to the surrounding area.”

“We have been working closely with VolkerWessels Telecom for a long period of time creating bespoke solutions to improve their future fibre infrastructure. This project win is a direct result of our established relationship and the clear communication between both companies. It’s a pleasure to work with a contractor that is so ingrained in working with key telecommunication providers and look forward to building on this for years to come” added Theun Tukkers, Sales Manager Benelux of Emtelle. 

Read more on the Segbroek district project here

Theun Tukkers, Emtelle