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Learn how new components are installed

There are hundreds of different fiber optic components that manufacturers have developed for specific applications or to simplify the work of the installer. Many of these components are only made by one manufacturer, so they may require special installation tools and processes. Some examples are pre-polished splice connectors such as Corning Unicam connectors, 3M HotMelt hot melt connectors , splice closures, all self-supporting dielectric cables, fiber optic ground (OPGW) cables, prefabricated cable systems , etc.

One should be trained directly with the manufacturer, unless an independent instructor has already been trained, the manufacturer recommends it and has the appropriate tools and components to teach the necessary processes. Some manufacturers offer short introductory courses for new products that include some practices. This training can be ideal for those interested in learning more about that product before starting to buy all the tools and components necessary to use it. After acquiring them, you can continue with a more complete training.

Learn how new equipment is used
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Some of the equipment necessary for fiber optic installation is complex and it can be difficult to learn how to use it without proper training on that particular equipment. Examples include automatic fusion splicers, especially for fiber fusion splicers type ribbon ( ribbon ), handles cable or trailers and OTDR.

Some of these devices are quite complicated and have other peripheral devices that must be used together to achieve the expected results. The fiber fusion splicers for ribbon type ( ribbon ), for example, use printing ribbon and cutting precision, both essential to achieve quality splices. All automatic fusers have unique programming features, so one has to learn how to operate the fuser and also how to make splices using it. 

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