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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
John Struhar of OFS to Chair TIA's Fiber Optics LAN Section
Elizabeth Goldsmith
Goldsmith PR
(781) 259-8584
liz@goldsmithpr.com
March 13, 2002 -- Arlington, Va. - John Struhar of OFS, Norcross, Ga., has been named chair of the Fiber Optics LAN Section (FOLS) of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) for 2002. Now in its ninth year, the FOLS offers companies involved with fiber components for LANs a forum to work together on programs that
expand the implementation of enterprise fiber technology. FOLS also serves as a
resource for users who want to learn more about the benefits and application of enterprise
fiber optics, providing technical information and expertise, resource directories, case
histories and information on evolving standards.
�I am excited to have this opportunity to work with my colleagues in the industry
to further expand the use of optical fiber in LANs,� said Struhar, distinguished member
of the technical staff (DMTS) and fiber optic application engineer at OFS. �Last year�s
challenges in the optical fiber business have brought us new opportunities in 2002.
Although the economy has caused all network planners to think carefully about any
upgrades, optical fiber is an excellent choice for companies that are looking at the longterm
costs of their networks as fiber offers easy upgrades, lo w maintenance and
extremely high reliability. Initial installed costs are also coming close to parity with
those of copper as users turn to new technologies such as media converters, or take
advantage of new standards like TIA/EIA-785.�
�We are very lucky to have John in this pivotal role,� said Bob Pollock, director
of marketing at Corning Cable Systems and FOLS chair in 2001. �He has been involved
with the Section from its inception and brings not only tremendous technical knowledge,
but true perspective on the development of this marketplace.�
In addition to publishing and presenting frequently, Struhar was a driving force in
the development and ultimate ratification of TIA/EIA-785, 100BASE-SX fiber standard
for short wavelength fast Ethernet.
In addition to Struhar, other leaders in the fiber industry have been selected to
lead the FOLS in 2002, including Section Vice Chair Robert Lopes, Micro Linear
Corporation; Communications Subcommittee Chair Louise Bryant, OFS; Membership
Subcommittee Chair Cindy Montstream, Ortronics; and Standards Subcommittee Chair
Herb Congdon, AMP/Tyco Electronics.
Information on the FOLS, along with technical, application and standards
information can be found on the Section�s Web site at http://www.fols.org.
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The Fiber Optic LAN Section (FOLS) of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) is a consortium of leading fiber optic cable, component and electronics manufacturers. The FOLS focuses on educating end users and influencers about the technical advantages and affordability that optical transmission brings to local area networks and fiber-to-the-desk applications. Member companies of the FOLS include 3M/Volition, AMP NETCONNECT, Allied Telesyn, Aura Networks, Berk-Tek, Belden Wire & Cable, CommScope Inc., Corning, Corning Cable Systems, Leviton Voice & Data, GarrettCom, Inc., Lucent Technologies, Micro Linear, Panduit, Ortronics, The Siemon Company, Sumitomo Electric Lightwave, Sun Conversion Technologies, and Transition Networks.
TIA is the leading trade association servicing the communications and information technology industry, with proven strengths in market development, trade shows, domestic and international advocacy, standards development and enabling e-business. Through its worldwide activities, the association facilitates business development opportunities and a competitive market environment. The association provides a market-focused forum for its more than 1,100 member companies that manufacture or supply the products and services used in global communications. TIA represents the communications sector of the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA). Visit TIA online at http://www.tiaonline.org.
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Note: The opinions expressed in this release are those of the Fiber Optics LAN Section of the Telecommunications Industry Association and are not necessarily those of the entire TIA membership.
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