Fibre Optic Networking

Fibre optic networking uses light signals transmitted through thin glass or plastic cables. It enables ultra-fast data transmission with minimal signal loss. Fiber optic network installations offer your business the best speeds on the market today, and more than enough to keep up with future standards and regulations.

Fibre optic network installations offer unmatchable speed and bandwidth for your business, making it ideal for data-heavy companies who are already maximising the potential of cat6/cat6a cables. Fibre optic cables are also less likely to suffer from electromagnetic interference and signal degredation compared to traditional network cabling.

There are three main kinds of fibre optic cabling used in network installations, the type used depends on the needs of the network and business. Plastic Optical Fiber is the cheapest, used for short runs that need to be flexible. Single-Mode Fiber is best for long distances, with high bandwith requirements. Multi-Mode Fiber works best inside a building, where the same bandwidth requirements exist, but less potential for scattering.

Repairing broken fibre optic cable is an intensive and precise process that requires careful stripping, cleaning and re-joining of fibre ends, alongside re-testing. Integral offers 24/7 emergency network support to ensure that maintenance is handled effectively

Fibre optic network connections are nearly impossible to hijack or tap into from the network location itself, as there are no electromagnetic signals for a malicious actor to intercept. This makes fibre optic ideal for sensitive data transfer.