Blog : Smart Connections

Mike Holmes Aug 3, 2022

How do Smart Buildings differ from Building Automation Systems?

The future is bright for Smart Buildings. The growth of intelligent device deployment is forecasted to accelerate in the next couple of years. But what makes a Building intelligent? And where does it differ from a traditional Building Automation system?

Nancy De Clerck Jul 20, 2022

Category 5e – the end of an era?

Not every office is created equal. Its future use and occupancy will determine which cabling infrastructure you will need. Get it wrong the first time and you are likely to have to re-cable or mitigate at some point to keep up with future demands. This post will look at where Category 6A cabling is recommended in new and upgraded buildings and Category 6 has superseded Category 5e as the minimum grade.

Oene-Wim Stallinga Jul 11, 2022

A look at current trends in FTTx

Which developments are currently playing a role in fibre technology and rollout?

Mike Holmes Mar 10, 2022

Single Pair Ethernet in Smart Buildings

Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is a technology which is quickly gaining interest as a solution to support the large number of facilities management devices and sensors used in Smart Buildings. This post looks at the benefits a SPE network could bring, the standards developed, and Nexans’ view on how best to incorporate SPE into your cabling infrastructure.

Nancy De Clerck Feb 14, 2022

Making Smart Choices? - choose the green option!

In 2012 Nexans launched Eco-24 Box for our Category 6 unscreened and 6A screened connector range. In part to stick to our commitment to a sustainable future - but also to provide an economical and easy to install alternative for installers.