February 2019 Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions has introduced 6 dedicated parking bays with EV pod point charging stations for staff and visitors to utilise to charge their vehicles. Many of the company fleet car owners have or are making the switch to a hybrid vehicle in a move to become more environmentally friendly.

The charging points are accessed via a simple APP that can be downloaded upon arrival at the main reception at Excel House, the Mayflex headquarters in Birmingham. There are a total of 3 twin pod points providing the capacity to charge 6 cars at any given time.

Andy Cooper, Chief Operations Officer at Mayflex comments, “This is one of the many initiatives introduced by Mayflex to work towards improving the company’s sustainability rating and ISO Accreditations, whilst also helping to reduce the cost of running the company fleet. More of our company car owners are opting for electric, meaning the installation of pod points was something that became a requirement that the business could not afford to ignore.”

Andy continues, “The charging points are situated in a dedicated area of the existing staff and visitor car park and are clearly visible for visitors to Mayflex to locate.”

The pod point cloud platform makes it incredibly easy to manage access to the Mayflex network and report on energy usage or CO2 saved.

For details of the full range of Converged IP Solutions available from Mayflex visit www.mayflex.com.

New Website Development: When a customer uses Xtra the online ordering facility, they now have the option to pay for their online purchases using a visa, maestro or master card, with a maximum spend of £2000 per transaction. Newly registered customers to Mayflex can spend a maximum of £500 per transaction.

Excel Networking Solutions is running their annual series of Partner Briefings this month and next. Presentations and a mini-exhibition will be held across the country in London, Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow.

The Excel Partner Briefings are designed to keep Excel Partners and Consultants up to date on all the developments to the Excel Structured Cabling System – an important event for those who sell and support the Excel solution.

This year, Excel will be showcasing their recently launched Passive Optical Network (PON) Solution, with the new product range available to view during the mini-exhibition.  The events intend to bring attendees up to speed on the latest technology in Passive Optical infrastructure, as well as to inform Excel partners of the most recent updates to industry standards and regulations, particularly surrounding the Construction Products Regulation and the BS6701:A1. Furthermore, Excel’s Digital Marketing Manager, Luke Carthy, will be discussing his ten best practices for web optimisation alongside his team’s development plans for the Mayflex and Excel websites in 2019. The events will be educational and informative and will provide Excel’s partners with the knowledge and tools to help sell and support Excel.

Speaking of the previous series of events, Tracey Calcutt, Marketing Manager, commented, “We received fantastic feedback from our partners who attended the events in Autumn 2017, demonstrating the success of the events and their provision of insightful, accurate information and updates.”

Tracey continued, “So far we have received a great response to all four events, with a record number of registrations across the board.”

Speaking with some of the attendees, an Excel partner commented, “The presentations were interesting and it was helpful to see complementary topics added to the portfolio that are directly “Excel/Mayflex” related but that also affect the supply chain and industry. Each element of the roadshow was factual and concise.”

Another commented, “The Excel Partner Briefings were a useful reminder of the sales tools, collateral and technical support available from Excel”.

Tracey continued, “We will have a selection of the latest Excel products on show and there will also be representatives from the Excel team available to discuss the latest solutions for your upcoming projects.”

If you are interested in booking your place at one of the events, please visit the website by clicking on the links below:

Tuesday 26th February 2019 – Birmingham
Thursday 28th February 2019 – Manchester
Tuesday 5th March 2019 – Glasgow
Friday 8th March 2019 - London

Tracey concluded, “At the Birmingham and London events, we have a number of our vendor partners exhibiting who offer complementary products and solutions that are a perfect fit with Excel. This is a great opportunity for our partners to get exposure to the other products and solutions offered by Mayflex.”

Shortly after the Excel Partner Briefings, the copper and optical fibre infrastructure provider is hosting a series of two-day training courses in London, Birmingham and Scotland. The training courses – aimed at designers, consultants and installers - will cover all elements of the design of a PON system. If you’re interested in attending one of Excel’s PON Training Courses, you can sign up via their website:
https://www.excel-networking.com/events 

If you would like to apply to become an accredited Excel partner and enjoy future partner briefings, a 25 year warranty and specialist training courses amongst other benefits, you can do so via the website.

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, announces it has formed a distribution agreement with Global Invacom. The deal will see Mayflex and Global Invacom targeting Multi-Dwelling Unit projects by liaising with System Integrators, Consultants and End Users.

Global Invacom, the global provider of satellite communications equipment, specialises in Fibre Integrated Reception System (“FibreIRS”), delivering Satellite TV reception. Global Invacom’s vision is to increase the awareness of the advantages of FibreIRS and to work alongside Mayflex to help specify FibreIRS alongside cabling, data and CCTV Security.

Aaron Ghera, Sales Manager at Global Invacom, commented on the alliance: “Having seen interest from a number of organisations, we’re delighted to form a distribution agreement with Mayflex, who we believe have the resources, industry knowledge and proficiency to support our strategies.”

He continued, “Our plan is to minimise the amount of contacts required for a single project. For instance, rather than approaching four different supplies for your data, security, cabling and Satellite TV, Mayflex will supply all four services from one point of contact. By providing an integrated system solution, we can add more value to our customers and develop relationships that will see similar integrated systems across the UK.”

Ross McLetchie, Sales Director, commented, “I am delighted to welcome Global Invacom on board with Mayflex. Incorporating this brand into our existing product portfolio will open up a host of new customer opportunities.”

Ross continued, “It is an exciting start to the year for Mayflex, as this agreement comes just shortly after the launch of Excel’s new Passive Optical Networks (PON) Solution.”

Similar in concept to PON infrastructure, FibreIRS technology is a new method of carrying satellite signals via fibre rather than coax. There are various advantages of using fibre such as reduction in signal loss, increased distance capacity, scalability and improved cost efficacy.

Ross concluded, “New customers to Mayflex can be assured of a first rate, knowledgeable team of sales and technical personnel. Partners will be provided with dedicated account management and the support needed to ensure the correct solution is specified and delivered on a project by project basis. I am confident that Excel’s new PON Solution and the Global Invacom range will become a staple part of our product portfolio and look forward to working with all parties involved.”

The FibreIRS technology itself was developed and manufactured by Global Invacom with the intention of revolutionising the satellite tv market. Over the years we’ve seen the development of similar products throughout the industry, however Global Invacom is determined to be at the forefront of the satellite industry and Mayflex are enthusiastic to support this drive.

The range of Global Invacom products will be widely available to purchase from Mayflex from February 2019. Global Invacom will also be sponsoring the upcoming Excel Partner Briefing events, taking place across the country in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and London. There will be presentations on both the Excel PON Solution and Global Invacom’s FibreIRS Technology, as well as representatives available in the exhibition areas to discuss any requirements. Visit www.mayflex.com for further details or speak to the sales team on 0800 75 75 65.

Excel Networking Solutions’ Paul Cave will be hosting the first series of Excel Passive Optical Network Training Courses, which will aim to introduce Passive Optical LAN with both informative and practical hands-on elements.

The training courses come shortly after the copper and optical cabling provider launched their PON Solution, a comprehensive selection of PON solutions, delivering fibre to a range of environments across FTTx and POL network infrastructure systems.  Passive Optical Network (PON) is an umbrella industry term for fibre-based access networking architecture that is designed for both residential environments (FTTx) and enterprise environments (POL). Regardless of the size of the building, the Excel range of PON products offers numerous options in fibre connectivity and distribution and the training courses aim to support designers, consultants and engineers to design and install the PON Solution efficiently.

Speaking of the events, Paul Cave, Excel Technical Pre-Sales Manager commented, “These training courses will cover an introduction to Passive Optical LAN along with a practical design exercise, to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills to be able to design and install a PON system in the most efficient manner.”

Paul continued, “The course material has been adapted from the APOLAN training course, and as such offers an APOLAN accreditation to those who successfully complete the two-day course.”

Paul Mills, Excel’s Director of Sales for North America, was recently elected as the APOLAN Chairman to continue to share his expertise to further generate market opportunity for fibre-based networks in the American market. Paul Cave has also been elected onto the APOLAN committee, representing Excel and their leadership within the Passive Optical LAN field.

Paul concluded, “The initial training courses are free of charge and will be taking place in Birmingham, London and Glasgow in March and April 2019.”

The Excel PON Solution will also be featured at the upcoming Excel Partner Briefings, which commence in Birmingham on February 26th 2019, with further events in Manchester, Glasgow and London.  The complete product set will be available to view at the mini-exhibition at each of the events, and a team of Excel product specialists will be on hand to discuss various options.

If you’re interested in attending the Excel Partner Briefings or one of Excel’s PON Training Courses, you can sign up via their website: https://www.excel-networking.com/events 

If you would like to apply to become an accredited Excel partner and enjoy future Excel events and training courses and a 25 year warranty amongst other benefits, you can do so via the website.

March 2019, Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions is sponsoring the VIP lounge area at The Security Event, being held at the NEC in Birmingham.

The Security Event is a major new exhibition created for the commercial and residential security market and is taking place on the 9th – 11th April. This free to attend event brings together a world-class education programme of seminars and workshops, market leading brands and industry experts.

Steve Proctor, Director of Sales, Mayflex comments “This is an ideal opportunity for Mayflex to meet with both existing and new customers in a venue that is on our doorstep. It also gives us a great opportunity to catch up with a large number of our main vendor partners along with facilitating meetings for customers. Our team of security specialists will be around for the duration of the event offering expertise and advice.”

Steve continues, “Mayflex is also delivering a seminar on Thursday 11th April at 10.30am in the Linx International Education Theatre entitled ‘Understanding CPR and your legal responsibility when installing cabling for your security installations’. An essential seminar for security installers to attend.”

Tristan Norman, Founding Partner & Event Director – The Security Event, comments “We are thrilled to have Mayflex onboard sponsoring our onsite VIP Lounge. As a business founded in Birmingham over 100 years ago it’s fantastic to have such well renowned local business involved in such a major way with the event. Thanks to Steve and the rest of the teams full support in this our inaugural year at The NEC.”

Make an appointment to visit Mayflex at the event by emailing admin@mayflex.com.

Register with Mayflex to attend the event and you will automatically be upgraded to VIP status.

March 2019, Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions is attending the Security Twenty 19 event in Glasgow on the 30th April. These conferences are aimed at key purchasers and people who specify security products and provides updates for attendees on the latest developments in the security industry.

Mayflex will be showcasing its converged IP solutions which incorporate security, infrastructure and networking solutions. Representatives from the converged sales teams will be available to provide knowledge and expertise which includes advice and support with product selection and system design to cover all elements of a project no matter the size.

Steve Proctor, Director of Sales, Mayflex comments “The Mayflex team have attended these events in a delegate capacity for many years and found them a great way to network and meet with key security personnel. However this is the first time that we will be exhibiting.”

Steve continues, “This year we want to make sure that delegates fully understand and appreciate the true extent of the products and services available from Mayflex. The things which differentiate us from the vast number of distributors available in this market sector.”

Steve concludes, “These differentiators include our range of Specialist Support Services which include the Pre-staging of IP devices, bespoke camera spraying along with pre-terminated fibre assemblies. Each of these services are designed to help customers deploy products faster and save on investment in specialist labour and equipment.”

Register to attend Security Twenty 19 and visit Mayflex on stand number 20.

Brands distributed by Mayflex include; Avigilon, Axis, Dahua, Fluidmesh, Milestone, MOBOTIX, Paxton, Raytec, Razberi, STP, Suprema, Veracity and Wavestore.

March 2019, Mayflex the distributor of Converged IP Solutions will soon be celebrating the 2nd anniversary of its training academy. The Mayflex Academy was introduced at the beginning of April 2017 and gives customers access to a range of training courses, most of which are free of charge.

These courses provide customers with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge levels and potential customer base.

To date the Mayflex Academy has seen over 100 different companies send delegates onto one of the many courses offered. Current courses available include the following vendors; Dahua, Avigilon, Paxton, Aruba, Excel and Mist.

Ross McLetchie, Sales Director at Mayflex commented, “We want to equip our customers with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully specify and install the products available in our extensive portfolio. Providing access to free training is something that Mayflex ranks highly.”

Ross continued, “Our instructors are professionally qualified individuals who themselves have completed rigorous vendor certifications to ensure that they are delivering each course to the required standards. Delegates are consistently exceeding the pass rates put in place by each of our vendor partners.”

Courses delivered by the Mayflex Academy are held at our offices in Birmingham and London. To review course agendas to determine if a course is suitable for your and to check available course dates visit the Mayflex website.

Excel Networking Solutions, the infrastructure provider that offers: Copper and Optical Fiber, Pre-terminated Solutions, Racks, PDUs, Voice and a full range of accessories, has launched an A5 Catalogue specifically to showcase the wide range of Copper Category 6A and 6 products that are currently available in the USA.

The product guide clearly shows the full range available and provides a photograph, an overview, features and the part number information for each of the products available in the range.    Each product set carries the UL Certification, and this is clearly marked throughout.

Paul Mills, Director of Sales for North America region commented ‘This handy A5 sized catalogue is a great tool for our installers, particularly those new to the Excel brand.  We’ve printed copies to be distributed from the branches of our distribution partners that are carrying stock, and the catalogue is widely available digitally.

Paul continued ‘Excel is currently available in the United States via several of the Sonepar USA Operating companies including; Codale Electric Supply, OneSource Distributors, Viking Electric Supply, World Electric Supply, Cooper Electric Supply and Friedman Electric and we’re pleased to support them with tools such as the A5 product guide.’ 

Click here to download a copy of the Excel USA Product Guide

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

Excel Networking Solutions, the infrastructure provider that offers: Copper and Optical Fiber, Pre-terminated Solutions, Racks, PDUs, Voice and a full range of accessories, is delighted to announce that Glenn Rockley has joined the team in Australia with a specific responsibility for the New South Wales (NSW) and Australian Capital Territory (ACT).

Glenn will be working alongside and reporting to John Carrier the Excel Country Manager for Australia and will help build on the success since the brand was launched in Australia earlier in 2018. Excel is distributed through L&H, A Sonepar Company, who have a network of over 150 branches across Australia.

Glenn brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience, built up over a long and extensive career that started off in engineering, progressing into product management and then sales management for several companies, particularly within structured cabling solutions market, working at manufacturers, wholesalers/distributors and contractors.

Glenn commented ‘I’m delighted to join the team, the opportunity for the Excel brand is huge in Australia and I’m excited to work with John and L&H, A Sonepar Company to help promote Excel and help grow the sales across my specific regions.’

John Carrier, Excel Country Manager for Australia commented ‘Having Glenn join the team is a great result for Excel, his knowledge and experience in this market is second to none and working together with L&H, A Sonepar Company, he will focus on building the sales pipeline for Excel in the NSW and ACT territories supporting system integrators, contractors, consultants and end users.’

John concluded ‘We are currently working on marketing collateral material including an Australian specific Excel Product Guide, training videos and ‘guides to selling Excel’ which will all assist Glenn and the team in promoting the Excel range.’

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

Excel Networking Solutions, the infrastructure provider that offers: Copper and Optical Fiber, Pre-terminated Solutions, Racks, PDUs, Voice and a full range of accessories, has launched an A5 Product Guide specifically to showcase the wide range of products that are currently available in Australia, through their distributor L&H.

The product guide clearly shows the full range available and provides a photograph, an overview, features and the part number information for each of the products available in the range.    All the products comply with the ACMA requirements and this is reflected on the packaging, with the addition of the ACMA logo.

John Carrier, Country Manager – Australia commented ‘This handy A5 sized catalogue is a great tool for installers, consultants and end users, particularly those new to the Excel brand.  With our turning page edition, users can flick through the product guide just as if they were reading a printed brochure’.

John continued ‘The Excel range is currently available through L&H A Sonepar Company, who have over 150 branches across Australia supplying quality products to customers across multiple market sectors, including residential, commercial and industrial. Since partnering with L&H in 2018 we have seen a steady uptake of the Excel product range, which will be assisted with the introduction of the new Product Guide’ 

Click here to download a copy of the Excel Australia Product Guide

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