August 2017, Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions has appointed a new Account Manager to manage and develop accounts in the South East, Home Counties and London regions with a specific focus on the security product portfolio as part of the converged solution.

John Symons joined the business on 1st August and comes to Mayflex from a security distribution background so is familiar with the business model used by Mayflex to reach the market and its customer base.

John’s career background is largely security based and has encompassed a variety of responsibilities including business development, field sales and account management, all of which have equipped him with an excellent foundation for the role he has undertaken with Mayflex.

Andrew Percival, Managing Director of Mayflex commented, “These are exciting times for Mayflex, we continue to enhance our workforce to allow us to keep pace with the rate that our business is growing and expanding. Our converged product portfolio continues to develop, along with the introduction of new initiatives within the business to make a customer’s experience of dealing with Mayflex not just a good one but a great one.”

Andrew continued, “Getting John on board will provide both existing and new accounts with an experienced account manager who really can provide the knowledge and support needed to specify and design the best possible converged solutions. John will contribute to the growth of our security sales and the targeted focus on increased market share.”

John commented, “I am looking forward to getting to grips with my new role and working with my customer base, helping them with their individual project requirements and supporting them with expertise and advice.”

For further details about Mayflex visit www.mayflex.com.

Excel Networking Solutions is excited to announce a new addition to their portfolio of Value Added Services: bespoke engraved labelling.

The comprehensive range of laser engraved labels for patch panels and outlets ensure that every application is professionally labelled from the moment it is installed.  Made from the highest quality materials, the laminated laser-engraved labels are designed and printed to the requirements of specific specifications and shipped on the same day for maximum convenience to the customer. Excel understands that labelling is unique to each customer where one size does not fit all. The engraved labelling service is a bespoke offering to ensure that every customer has exactly what they need to create a seamless installation.

Customers can choose from a range of options, with different coloured labels and text available in a range of sizes to suit any requirement.  Whilst there are six standard colour options, the selection of non-standard options available means that customers can incorporate corporate branding into their labelling systems, or choose to match the colour of the chosen structured cabling for aesthetics purposes. Font types, sizes and colours can also be chosen according to customer preference for a completely flexible approach to rack organisation.

Richard Cann, Technical Services Manager at Excel, commented “Excel’s labelling service is an exciting addition to the existing range of pre-terminated assemblies. Offering labels either as pre-printed sheets or printed and pre-affixed to the equipment means Excel can continue to provide a service unrivalled in flexibility, quality and reliability.”

Richard continued, “By eliminating the need to think about labelling during installation, our adhesive engraved labelling solution is proven to save a considerable amount of project time, reducing overall cost.”

The bespoke engraved labelling service sits within Excel’s existing range of Value Added Services, which also includes the pre-termination of copper and fibre, the construction of cabinets prior to deliver and the on-site assembly of cabinets and racks.  The group of services aims to provide customers with a complete end-to-end solution, reducing installation time, minimising waste and saving on costs.

For further details and pricing information on Excel's Value Added Services for Bespoke Engraved Labelling contact the team on 0121 326 7557 or email sales@excel-networking.com.

Excel Networking Solutions - the copper and optical cabling infrastructure provider – is delighted to announce that they will be hosting a range of seminars, briefings and discussion groups throughout Europe’s largest exhibition in the fibre optic communication technology industry.  The ECOC Exhibition will be held in Gothenburg, Sweden between the 18th and 20th September 2017, showcasing the latest products and services as well as providing an unrivalled opportunity to meet and network with key suppliers and industry leaders.

Excel has recently enhanced their range of fibre products, denoted by the brand name ENBEAM. With improvements made to the existing product portfolio, such as with the updated sliding drawer panel, and with brand new products being introduced, such as the 144 fibre angled panel, the pull tab patch cords and the high-density panels, the new range has been designed with the customer in mind.

Excel will be present throughout the event in Seminar Room R36, with representatives available to discuss this enhanced range of fibre products, as well as other products in the Excel Catalogue. The Excel team will also discuss the industry and the latest technological and market developments.

Topics to be covered will include:

Enhanced ENBEAM Fibre product range
Complementary fibre cleaning range
Environ racks, cabinets and open frames
Copper patch panels, cables & accessories
Fibre patch panels, cables & accessories
Excel's Residential Solution
Our data centre range

There will also be a range of literature and giveaways as well as a selection of refreshments for the duration of the exhibition.

For further information about Excel Networking’s presence at the upcoming ECOC 2017 Exhibition, please visit our website, which will be kept up to date with the latest agenda and discussion topics on the run up to the event.  If you are interested in registering your interest to meet us at the conference or to reserve a spot on one of our technical seminars, you can email Andrew Powell at ECOC17@excel-networking.com.

Excel Networking Solutions, the copper and optical cabling infrastructure provider, has appointed a new Business Development Manager for the Iberian region of southwest Europe.  Susana Segado Sanchez joined the business on 14th August, and will begin her appointment with an in-depth induction programme with the existing Excel Networking team.

Susana joins Excel with a wealth of experience, having worked in the field for over 15 years, including for competitor companies who have a large market share in the Iberian region.

David Willems, European Sales Manager at Excel Networking Solutions, commented, “I am delighted to welcome Susana to the international team.  She knows the market well and her expertise will be pivotal in helping Excel to secure more market share in the Iberian region.”

He continued, “Working closely with our Iberia Sales Manager, Fernando Venegas, Susana will be the driving force behind our enhanced communication with key end users and consultants to help promote the Excel Solution internationally.”

Susana commented, “I am looking forward to facing the challenges of this new role with Excel. I am confident that I can use my experience in the industry to promote the Excel product range throughout Iberia to support the existing international team.”

To find out more about Excel Networking, please visit www.excel-networking.com.

Third party verifications are an independent ‘tick in the box’, verifying either a product or a set of products’ compliance with a particular standard. Excel has invested in such test and verification programmes for over 20 years, working closely with laboratories such as Delta and 3P based in Denmark, and ETL in America.

Excel Category 6 and Category 6A systems are amongst a handful in the industry with both channel and component verification.

This month Excel has gained updated certifications for their 6 port screened and unscreened modules for Category 6 and 6A copper cable (100-235, 100-236 and 100-237), as well as the Category 6 screened toolless butterfly style jacks.  These certifications are especially rewarding for Excel as they include testing to the new standards and regulations which covers the proposed higher power and 4 pair Power over Ethernet, which means 2 Amps per connector.

Further certifications will be granted for Category 6A toolless connectors, once the renewal date arrives.

All third party verification certificates are available to view on the Excel website. Alternatively, they can be found on the independent verifier’s websites (Delta, ETL and 3P) or on an individual product page within the ‘Downloads’ tab.

For further information, please contact the team on 0121 326 7557.

This month, representatives from Excel were invited to deliver Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training for the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) at WSP in Birmingham. WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms, with over 500 offices across 40 countries.

September 2017 saw eight industry professionals attend the CPD session, which primarily focussed around the recently revised Construction Product Regulation (CPR), Power over Ethernet and 2.5Gb/5Gb Ethernet. Modular by design, the course was developed to provide generic industry information as an overview as well as to hone in on specific details, particularly with CPR updates, which are topical in the cabling infrastructure industry with the BS6701 final comments being released next month.

The course content was developed by Excel’s specialists in the technical field, and delivered to the group by Technical Manager, Ian Mckiernan. Business Development Manager for Excel, Mike Kinder, was also on hand to answer the engineer’s questions.

Speaking to the group after the event, the attendees collectively agreed that the course content was useful in gaining a further understanding of the regulations and standards within the industry, and provided a strong foundation for them to be able to explore the topics further to support their own development.

To find out more about Excel’s training courses and events, please visit the website or email training@excel-networking.com.

October 2017, Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is the first to achieve accreditation as a Dahua Authorised Training Partner in the UK. The certification has been awarded to Mayflex following the successful delivery of Dahua installer training by James Vian, Training and Vendor Manager at Mayflex. Training was monitored and assessed by Dahua UK & Ireland’s training instructor to ensure the delivery of the course achieved the high standards expected.

Dahua are a recognised brand in the security marketplace and their product portfolio includes: Advanced Video Surveillance Equipment and Software, Access Control Hardware and Software, Intrusion Hardware and Intelligent Building Management Systems. Dahua’s products are widely used in many fields, such as banking, public security, energy infrastructure, telecommunication, intelligent-building and intelligent-transportation.

Steve Proctor, Director of Sales Security at Mayflex comments, “I am extremely proud that Mayflex has achieved this accolade. The Dahua product range is key to our security product offering and being able to support our customers with accredited training in a variety of venues across the UK helps us to develop existing and new relationships.”

Steve continued, “James has done an excellent job and worked incredibly hard to gain the relevant knowledge and deliver the training courses to the required standard to meet Dahua’s expectations. Well done James!”

Visit www.mayflex.com/courses to view available course dates.

Dahua is currently hosting their Technology Showcase, which sees them delivering events during October and November throughout the UK. Visit http://www.dahuatechshowcase.com/ to register to attend.

To coincide of the second phase of fibre products being launched by Excel Networking Solutions into their Enbeam Fibre product portfolio, the company is excited to bring in a yellow fibre duct trunking system to complement the range, and provide a strong, sturdy and protective solution to its fibre customers.

In a different league to alternative trunking, cable management and tray systems, Excel’s new yellow duct trunking system offers a whole host of benefits to fibre users:

Piecing together in individual segments, Excel’s duct trunking system is flexible and suitable for an endless array of installations.  A range of unique trunking segments in a variety of bend radii and lengths connect together in an infinite number of ways, allowing users to create a fibre storage solution that is fit for purpose.
As each segment of trunking is a standalone piece of plastic, users can simply remove the section of the cover that they need and make changes to the installation without having to disrupt the whole system, which increases the durability and longevity of the system overall.
The system is fully enclosed, protecting the fibre from dirt and dust.  Knowing that cleanliness is one of the most important factors when installing fibre optic cable, the fact that this trunking system helps to limit the contamination to the fibre makes it a strong contender for users choosing a trunking option.
Manufactured from a flame-retardant ABS material, the trunking system meets the LSOH standards to further enhance the protection of the cable.
Excel’s duct trunking system is easy to assemble; the only tools required are a drill, a screwdriver and a saw to cut the channels to length. The system is designed for speed of installation and minimum labour for the installer.
The system is extremely adaptable and will evolve to suit this demanding market. Currently it is supplied in 120mm and 240mm thickness.

Neil Payne, Excel Product Manager, commented on the launch of Excel’s duct trunking system; “The new duct trunking system has been specifically designed with fibre optical cabling in mind, to protect and route the cables efficiently to ensure their lifespan is prolonged.”

Neil continued, “We are excited to incorporate trunking into the Excel fibre portfolio.  The flexibility of the product and the ease of installation will help our customers to ensure that any fibre installation is futureproof.”

To find out more about this new addition to Excel’s range of Enbeam fibre products and to get a quote, please contact the sales teams on 0121 326 7557 or email us at sales@excel-networking.com.

Excel Networking Solutions – the copper and optical cabling infrastructure provider – is pleased to announce that a selection of their Category 6A screened toolless jacks are now available in 24 packs in specialised packaging, as well as the original single products in polythene bags.

The new introduction of packaging means our jacks can now be delivered to you in specially moulded plastic blister packs for easier installation, added protection during transit and increased environmental friendliness.

Excel’s toolless termination RJ45 keystone jacks are now available in tray-packs of 24 jacks as well as the original single products in polythene bags.

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The new introduction of packaging means our jacks can now be delivered to you in specially moulded plastic blister packs, delivered in a tightly fitting cardboard box.

Why choose the 24 pack over the single jacks?

Easier installation

This new packaging will remove the hassle of having to open large quantities of polythene bags whilst on-site, saving you time and labour cost during every installation.

Environmentally friendly

Each pack of 24 is provided with a single sheet of instructions, whilst each single jack is provided with instructions.  By choosing the 24 pack, you are contributing to protecting the environment by minimising printing and non-biodegradable packaging.

For more information, please contact our sales teams on 0121 326 7557 or email us at sales@excel-networking.com.

November 2017, Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has gained a qualification from Avigilon Corporation to deliver Avigilon Control Center™ (ACC) video management software certification courses to Mayflex’s customers. The qualification was awarded to James Vian, Training and Vendor Manager at Mayflex. Training was monitored and assessed by an Avigilon senior technical instructor who was present throughout the duration of the course to ensure the necessary high standards were achieved.

ACC™ 6 is Avigilon’s newest and most advanced video management software, featuring award-winning Avigilon Appearance Search™ technology. Avigilon Appearance Search is a sophisticated deep learning artificial intelligence (AI) search engine that sorts through hours of footage with ease, allowing users to quickly locate a specific person or vehicle of interest across all cameras on an entire site. It can save time and effort during critical investigations as it intelligently analyses video data helping to track a person’s or vehicle’s route and identify previous and last-known locations.

Steve Proctor, Director of Sales Security at Mayflex comments, “This latest qualification from Avigilon is a great achievement for Mayflex and James Vian, as it enhances our ability to support our customers using Aviglon’s trusted security solutions. The ACC qualification teaches physical installation best practices, common system configurations as well as optimising the ACC 6 system to ensure a successful implementation, all of which are prerequisites for successful project installations.”

Steve continued, “The Mayflex Academy continues to go from strength to strength, providing customers with access to certified vendor training courses in a professional training environment. Well done once again to James for continuing to develop and enhance the courses on offer.”

For further details of the full Avigilon product range available from Mayflex visit our website.

You can also check training course availability by visiting www.mayflex.com