TREND Networks Company Research Report
I. Company Overview
- Name: TREND Networks (Formerly IDEAL Networks)
- Mission: "We strive to innovate the best test solutions for the connected world that people depend on; because they’re effortless to use and always deliver accurate results."
- Year Founded and Founder(s): Founded in 1965 as Trend Communications. The initial product was a 9600b/s modem tester for the General Post Office.
- Key People: Specific names of key people are not provided.
- Headquarters: United Kingdom with international offices and a global team.
- Number of Employees: No information is available.
- Revenue: No information is available.
- Known For: TREND Networks is known for its industry-leading data cable and network testing equipment designed to provide fast, accurate results in all circumstances.
II. Products
TREND Networks offers a wide array of products designed to simplify and enhance the productivity of data cable installers and network technicians.
1. LanTEK IV Cable Certifier Series
- Description: The fastest copper & fibre data cable certifier.
- Key Features:
- 7-second test time for Cat6A link.
- Certifies links up to Cat8.1 and Cat8.2, with TCL and Resistance Unbalance measurements.
- VisiLINQ™ adapters for easy testing.
2. SignalTEK 10G Ethernet and Bandwidth Tester
- Description: Measures the maximum bandwidth and assesses network upgrades.
- Key Features:
- Supports Multi-Gigabit speeds (1/2.5/5/10Gb/s).
- Integrated TREND AnyWARE Cloud connectivity for report generation.
3. FiberMASTER Fusion Splicer Series
- Description: A solution for fusion splicing with high precision.
- Key Features:
- Industry-leading splice loss of 0.01dB.
- Fast splicing in 6 seconds.
4. TREND AnyWARE Cloud
- Description: A cloud-based test management system.
- Key Features:
- Enables remote data management and report generation.
- Facilitates real-time collaboration between field technicians and project managers.
5. PoE Pro Tester
- Description: Multifunction PoE device tester.
- Key Features:
- Detects link speeds up to 10G.
- Supports testing up to PoE++ (90W).
6. VDV II Cable Testers/Verifiers
- Description: Used for wiremapping and verifying the integrity of cables.
- Key Features:
- Tests copper cables in voice, data, or video installations.
- Measures cable length and identifies wiring errors.
III. Recent Developments
1. New Product Launches and Features:
- LanTEK IV-S Cable Certifier: Introduced with features like 7-second test times for enhanced productivity.
- FiberMASTER Fusion Splicers: Launched for fast and accurate splicing.
- SignalTEK 10G Bandwidth Tester: Added to lineup for measuring maximum available bandwidth.
2. Partnerships and Industry Collaborations:
- No specific new partnerships mentioned.
3. Industry Recognition:
- LanTEK IV-S won the Gold Honoree Award at the Cabling Innovators Awards 2024 for innovation and efficiency.
4. Technology Upgrades:
- TREND AnyWARE Cloud: Continues to evolve with faster result uploads and professional reporting for enhanced customer confidence.
5. Educational Initiatives:
- Webinars on PoE technology and CCTV installations have been launched to educate professionals on modern network and surveillance technologies.
This report provides a detailed overview of TREND Networks' operations, focusing on its products and recent developments. Their relentless pursuit of innovation and customer-oriented solutions positions them as a leader in the field of network testing technologies.
