FUJIKURA CONTINUES MARKET LEADERSHIP WITH NEW FUSION SPLICER

FSM-60S offers upgrade replacement to world’s best selling fusion splicer

15th April 2008 – Fujikura Europe Ltd has today announced the launch of the FSM-60S Fusion Splicer – the next generation to the best-selling FSM-50S. The new splicer will continue to target the European telecommunications market.

The new ruggedized machine is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, and offers increased protection from dust, water, vibration and shock. The FSM-60S also has a battery that can be charged during normal operation, accommodates a variety of clamping systems, and has the option to incorporate a second heater.

“We are excited about bringing this next generation fusion splicer model to the European market,” said Fujikura general manager, Roy Higgins. “The FSM-50S has been deployed by virtually all major incumbent operators and service providers throughout Europe and has delivered record breaking sales since its launch.

“The FSM-60S offers a technical leap forward over the previous model, delivering improved performance, greater versatility and easier portability – going further to meet the future demands of our customers throughout Europe,” concluded Higgins.

Fujikura has been a leading manufacturer of fusion splicing products since 1978, and the FSM-60S represents 30 years of continuous technological development.

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The Fujikura FSM-60S Fusion Splicer

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About Fujikura Europe Ltd

Fujikura is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of fibre optic technology and electronic components. Established in 1885, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company employs over 33,000 people worldwide.

The company specialises in the manufacture of fibre, cables, connectors, test and measurement equipment and splicing machines for a range of markets and applications, including telecommunications, datacoms, electronics, power transmission, medical, industrial and automotive.

With facilities in Japan, the USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Vietnam and Russia, the company has a global presence. From its European headquarters in south west London, Fujikura provides sales, technical, training and after-sales servicing functions. The company has a presence in 30 European countries and supplies many of the continent’s major telecommunications vendors.

For further information, please visit www.fujikura.co.uk