Business Services Industry
E/O Networks announces contract with U S WEST; 14-state rollout planned for FDS-1 fiber system
Business Wire, Dec 9, 1996
HAYWARD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 9, 1996--U S WEST announced today a two-year contract with E/O Networks.
Under the agreement, E/O Networks will begin full-scale deployment of its FDS-1 telecommunications product in rural areas within U S WEST's 14-state serving territory. The FDS-1 product supports U S WEST's wide-spread service upgrade plans and follows successful completion of a field trial in Buffalo, Wyo., and volume expansion in the state.
According to U S WEST, "We chose FDS-1 because it provides an economical and flexible upgrade path for extending service in 24-to-96 line increments."
U S West currently has upwards of 40,000 (sheath) miles of optical fiber embedded in its network, equating to 1.5 million fiber miles. The company plans to install an additional 9,000 route miles annually and views the FDS-1 as a compatible digital transmission medium to replace aging copper.
"E/O Networks is pleased to be part of U S WEST's service expansion strategy," said Al Negrin, E/O Networks president and CEO. "FDS-1 is designed specifically for subscribers seeking first-time or improved access to telephone and advanced communications services at the lowest possible cost and we believe it will contribute positively to U S WEST's service improvement and cost reduction initiatives." The contract is expected to cover 50,000 lines.
E/O Networks develops, manufactures and markets fiber-optic telecommunications systems for domestic and international telephone companies with low-subscriber densities. E/O Networks is a privately held, venture-backed company headquartered at 3988 Trust Way, Hayward, CA 94545-6927. Phone: 510/264-3800, fax: 510/780-0426.
U S WEST Communications Group (NYSE:USW) provides telecommunications services to more than 25 million customers in 14 western and midwestern states. The company is one of two major groups that make up U S WEST, a company in the connections business helping customers share information, entertainment and communications services in local markets worldwide.
U S WEST's other major group, U S WEST Media Group, is involved in domestic and international cable and wireless networks, directory publishing and interactive multimedia services.
CONTACT: E/O Networks, Hayward
April Neilson, 510/264-3837
Leif Hoglund, 510/264-3808
Most Recent Business Articles
- How do I determine my retainer fee?
- Why fly solo when an executive assistant can accelerate your CLNC® business?
- The CLNC® mentors held the key to my first case and to my CLNC® success
- Atlanta CLNC® 6-day certification seminar photo gallery—plus sign up today for spring 2009 to save $100.00
- Speak to a full-time practicing CLNC® consultant
Most Recent Business Publications
Most Popular Business Articles
- Using object-oriented analysis and design over traditional structured analysis and design
- Big Fish Games Migrates Upstream to Fisher Plaza; High Growth Online Gaming Firm Vaults Fisher Plaza Occupancy Rate Above 90%
- Top of the line: some of the world's most well-respected doctors practice in South Florida. A guide to choosing the best physician specialists - Top Doctors in South Florida
- Sand filter basics: high-rate sand filters can be confusing for those new to the business. Understanding valve modes is the key
- BEHR Paints Introduces a Colorful New Way to Paint and Prime All in One with BEHR Premium Plus Ultra™ Interior
Most Popular Business Publications
Content provided in partnership with http://findarticles.com/source//
