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Sky High - 29 September - 2026

3/4-Inch Greenfield Flexible Metallic Aluminum Conduit: A Practical Guide to Planning the Run

Learn what to confirm before ordering 3/4-inch Greenfield flexible metallic aluminum conduit, then choose the matching connector orientation for the layout.

Sky High - 14 September - 2026

The Northeast Broadband Upgrade Boom: Why Coaxial Infrastructure Remains Core

Using coaxial cable for internet distribution allows local contractors to bypass high labor costs. It avoids wall demolition and permitting delays from fiber installations. Modern Extended Spectrum architectures require strict RF shielding.

Sky High - 31 August - 2026

3M's Fiber Optic Breakthrough Is Powering the AI Infrastructure Buildout

3M's Expanded Beam Optical technology is eliminating the biggest bottleneck in AI data center buildouts: slow, contamination-sensitive fiber optic installation. Here is what it means for network infrastructure procurement and deployment timelines.

Sky High - 03 August - 2026

Telecom Isn't Dying. It's Evolving into the Backbone of AI and High-Speed Fiber

Many news headlines claim the telecommunications industry is shrinking. Legacy copper wire and old voice landlines are disappearing fast. However, raw internet traffic is growing exponentially every day. Telecom isn't dying in modern digital networks.

Sky High - 27 July - 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Fiber Optic Patch Cable Types & Classifications

Understanding the different fiber optic patch cable types is critical for network engineers, data center technicians, and telecommunications contractors. Using the incorrect patch cable type leads to severe optical attenuation, hardware incompatibility, or physical connector damage.

Sky High - 20 July - 2026

Upper C-Band Expansion: What the FCC’s 3.98–4.14 GHz Plan Could Mean for Wireless Infrastructure Work

The FCC is considering a major Upper C-band expansion and reconfiguration that could eventually open 160 MHz of additional spectrum for terrestrial wireless service. Here’s what is proposed, when deployment could begin and what contractors should watch.