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VitesseRonda Grech, +Copyright Business Wire 2009. AUSTIN, Texas–(Business Wire)–Further expanding its No Polish Connector line, 3M today introduced the new NoPolish LC Connector for both multimode and singlemode fiber applications and theNo Polish Connector LC/APC for singlemode fiber applications. Both enable fast on-site installation of 250 micron and 900 micron terminationsutilizing a one-piece, pre-assembled design. Like other members of the 3M NoPolish Connector family, the newest connectors are designed to save installationtechnicians time while helping to minimize capital investment. The LC NPC is tested for FTTP and premises applications for both indoor andoutdoor locations and is available in SM, 62.5 micron, 50 micron and also 50micron LOMMF (laser optimized multimode fiber) for 10 Gb applications.
The LC/APC NPC is available with a standard, flat splice configuration or with akeyed, angle -splice for excellent back reflection of less than -60 decibels. NoPolish Connector LC/APC Flat Splice Connectors are designed to deliver excellentperformance for digital transmission networks such as at an optical networkterminal that requires a LC/APC termination. No Polish Connector LC/APC Keyed,Angle Splice Connectors from 3M are specifically designed for analog videotransmission with very low optical reflection of less than -60 decibels acrosstemperature extremes. With a factory-polished ferrule assembly and mechanical splice technology, NPCconnectors from 3M can be installed with a simple field tool in less than twominutes and eliminates the need for time-intensive polishing in the field. Astreamlined boot attached to the body of the connector minimizes the chances oflosing or forgetting to install the boot during connection. After installation,the boot will assist in maintaining the minimum fiber bend radius. No PolishConnectors from 3M meet EIA/TIA 568-B.3 and IEC requirements and are RoHScompliant 2002/95/EC.
About 3M Communication Markets DivisionWith more than 40 years in the telecommunications industry, 3M CommunicationMarkets Division offers one of the widest and most comprehensive suite ofscalable solutions to communications service providers around the world fromunderground and buried plant, to central office, premises and more. Provensystems from 3M optimize network testing, construction, locating and maintenancefor faster, more reliable high-bandwidth transmissions; enable physicalmedia-layer capabilities for FTTP and DSL deployments from central office tocustomer premises; and deliver fiber optics technologies to leverage existinginfrastructure or install completely new networks. More information is availableat About 3MA recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands ofinnovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M`s core strength isapplying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms – often in combination -to a wide array of customer needs. With $25 billion in sales, 3M employs 76,000people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries. For moreinformation, visit “RoHS compliant 2002/95/EC” means that the product or part (“Product”) does notcontain any of the substances in excess of the maximum concentration values inEU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unlessthe substance is in an application that is exempt under EU RoHS.
Thisinformation represents 3M’s knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole orin part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M. Release Summary:3M today introduced the new No Polish LC Connector for both multimode andsinglemode fiber applications and the No Polish Connector LC/APC for singlemodefiber applications. Keyword Tags:3m, connectors, outside plant 3MJane Kovacs, on twitter 3MJaneCopyright Business Wire 2009. WALTHAM, Mass.–(Business Wire)–NeuroMetrix, Inc. (Nasdaq: NURO), a health care company transforming patientcare through neurotechnology, announced today its financial results for thethree-month period ended March 31, 2009. Total revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2009, the Company’s firstquarter, were $6.8 million, compared with $8.7 million for the first quarter of2008, representing a decline of 22%.
During the three-month periods ended March31, 2009 and 2008, 90% and 91% of revenues, respectively, were derived fromconsumables sales, 10% and 9% of revenues, respectively, were derived frommedical equipment sales. Medical equipment sales include sales of ADVANCEdevices and related modules, NC-stat devices and related modules, and serviceagreement revenues. Consumables sales include sales of nerve specificelectrodes, EMG needles, and other accessories. Gross margins as a percentage of total revenues for the first quarter of 2009were 72%, compared with 73% for the first quarter of 2008. In the first quarterof 2009, the gross margins as a percentage of total revenues decreased primarilydue to greater discounting.