Belden & Corning Optical Communications RF LLC to Collaborate on Global, Broadband Connectivity Technology

This global technical collaboration encompasses a range of connectivity inventions, and creates broader availability of connectivity solutions for system operators worldwide. The agreement resolves pending patent infringement and related proceedings between the companies involving Corning’s EFC series of coaxial cable connectors. The specific terms of the agreement are confidential.

“This technical collaboration recognizes the value of intellectual property covering our innovative connectivity technology and expands our commitment to the industry as our customers build advanced networks to meet the future needs of broadband,” said  Dave Jackson , president of PPC. “The technology improves the reliability and efficiency of broadband communication networks, thus enabling advanced service offerings.”

“We are pleased to have reached an agreement on what we expect to be a long-term technical collaboration with the PPC team on this interconnect technology,” said  Mike Bell , senior vice president and general manager, Optical Connectivity Solutions, Corning Optical Communications. “We expect the macro trends enabling the growth of this technology to continue in the future, as bandwidth intensity, cloud computing, and the number of devices connected to the internet continue to grow exponentially.”

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About PPC – a Belden Brand

With more patents in connector technology than any other company worldwide, PPC has pioneered many of the advancements available in the broadband industry today and is a proven leader in the design and manufacture of connector technology for the telecommunications and satellite industries around the globe. Headquartered in East Syracuse, N.Y., PPC also has locations in Denmark, St. Kitts, and China. More information is available here.

About Corning Incorporated

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in materials science. For more than 160 years, Corning has applied its unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical physics to develop products that have created new industries and transformed people’s lives. Corning succeeds through sustained investment in R&D, a unique combination of material and process innovation, and close collaboration with customers to solve tough technology challenges. Corning’s businesses and markets are constantly evolving. Today, Corning’s products enable diverse industries such as consumer electronics, telecommunications, transportation, and life sciences. They include damage-resistant cover glass for smartphones and tablets; precision glass for advanced displays; optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions for high-speed communications networks; trusted products that accelerate drug discovery and manufacturing; and emissions-control products for cars, trucks, and off-road vehicles.

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