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January 2022
ICT Today
January 2022
Vol. 43, No. 1 · 7 articles · 1h 32m of reading
V43
1
Reflections, Transitions, and a Great 2022
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Members
Todd W. Taylor, RCDD, NTS, OSP
Audiovisual Systems
ICT Industry
Professional Development
2 min
2
Meeting Single-pair Ethernet and Power Delivery Challenges
COVER ARTICLE
Members
Mark Dearing, RCDD, Todd Harpel, RCDD, Harshang Pandya
SPE enables the convergence of traditional IT and OT networks operating over optical fiber or 4-pair ethernet cabling into a common intelligent building or industrial network. Discover how this extends the Ethernet network to new systems and devices to quickly deploy and power buildings, while learning about the latest in testing as well.
Copper Cabling
Data Centers
Industrial Networking
Network Design
Power over Ethernet
Structured Cabling
19 min
3
A Comprehensive Guide to Bonding and Grounding 2.0
COVER ARTICLE
Members
David M. Richards, RCDD, NTS, OSP, TECH, CT
Explore the new best practice approach of bonding that simplifies and expedites this misunderstood practice in the ever-evolving low voltage world of ICT infrastructure. Learn how ICT professionals can build upon what has come before and make it better—not by tearing down the past but by building it back up, better. Benjamin Franklin would approve!
Data Centers
Grounding & Bonding
14 min
4
Smart Integrated ICT Labeling When Modernizing, Upgrading, and Repurposing Existing Space
COVER ARTICLE
Members
Craig Robinson, RCDD
Surprisingly, the humble label plays a pivotal role in the successful metamorphosis of older space into state-of-the-art connected buildings featuring complex operating systems. Smart labeling simplifies troubleshooting, provides owner security, improves performance, supports compliance, and much more.
5G
Data Centers
Labeling & Documentation
Smart Buildings
14 min
5
Access Networks for the Generations
COVER ARTICLE
Members
Josh Simer
It is important to know how to build access networks that can take advantage of this generational moment and stand for generations to come. Learn how access networks need to be built for growth and expandability, while needing to be flexible and accessible to accommodate unexpected opportunities and new connections.
5G
Data Centers
Edge Computing
Fiber Optics
Network Design
14 min
6
Evolving Best Practices for Placement and Termination of Very High Fiber Count Cables in the Outside Plant
COVER ARTICLE
Members
Jon Fitz
Emerging applications, such as 5G and hyperscale data centers, have triggered demand for higher fiber counts. These trends have led to the introduction of new very high fiber count (VHFC) cables. For today’s high-density projects, it is important for ICT professionals to understand the key properties of VHFC flexible ribbon cables, their most common applications, and how these cables should be placed and managed in splice closures.
Fiber Optics
Outside Plant
15 min
7
Wireless AV Installations Today and Into the Future
COVER ARTICLE
Members
Perry Sun
As wireless AV installations are destined to grow, it is important to explore the use of wireless AV and its relevance in today’s pro AV applications. It is also necessary for ICT professionals to gain a detailed overview of the many important technical considerations for successful integration into commercial installations.
Audiovisual Systems
Enterprise Networking
Network Operations
Wireless
14 min