The Fiber to Anywhere Company
Clearfield, Inc. designs, manufactures and distributes fiber optic connectivity and management products, helping service providers reduce the high costs associated with a fiber optic network to deliver the mobile, residential and business services customers want.
New FCC Broadband Map Crowdsources Regulation of Broadband Availability
This week the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released its new broadband availability maps to cheers from the larger telecom industry. With this new set of FCC maps, a huge win for businesses and consumers seeking better broadband to have more of a say in accurate representation of broadband availability, individuals and organizations will be allowed…
Better Broadband: IoT and Connectivity as a Service
In early July 2022, nearly a quarter of the Canadian population was disconnected after a significant network went down. The outage impacted emergency services, banks, hospitals, and nearly every other industry (BBC). “Connectivity is at the heart of all businesses of all sizes,” said Steve Higgins, President of MobileWare. From residences to businesses, more outputs…
Better Broadband: Clearfield Doubles U.S. Footprint to Serve Customer Base
There is some exciting news to share from Clearfield, and they could not wait to spread the word: they just completed a new 100K square foot facility for warehouse and logistics space in Brooklyn Park just down the road from their headquarters. This facility will support multi-state regional telco providers and operators. To shed light…
Better Broadband with Clearfield: The Current State of Rural Broadband
We know broadband is expanding, even in rural areas. It can be difficult, however, to know exactly how much it’s expanding and how customers are getting access. The NRTC commissioned a Broadband Benchmarking Report to learn just that. Among other things, they found that consumers certainly are eager to buy broadband services, especially in rural…
Better Broadband
New FCC Broadband Map Crowdsources Regulation of Broadband Availability
This week the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released its new broadband availability maps to cheers from the larger telecom industry. With this new set of FCC maps, a huge win for businesses and consumers seeking better broadband to have more of a say in accurate representation of broadband availability, individuals and organizations will be allowed…
Better Broadband: IoT and Connectivity as a Service
In early July 2022, nearly a quarter of the Canadian population was disconnected after a significant network went down. The outage impacted emergency services, banks, hospitals, and nearly every other industry (BBC). “Connectivity is at the heart of all businesses of all sizes,” said Steve Higgins, President of MobileWare. From residences to businesses, more outputs…
Better Broadband: Clearfield Doubles U.S. Footprint to Serve Customer Base
There is some exciting news to share from Clearfield, and they could not wait to spread the word: they just completed a new 100K square foot facility for warehouse and logistics space in Brooklyn Park just down the road from their headquarters. This facility will support multi-state regional telco providers and operators. To shed light…
Better Broadband with Clearfield: The Current State of Rural Broadband
We know broadband is expanding, even in rural areas. It can be difficult, however, to know exactly how much it’s expanding and how customers are getting access. The NRTC commissioned a Broadband Benchmarking Report to learn just that. Among other things, they found that consumers certainly are eager to buy broadband services, especially in rural…
Better Broadband: How Telecommunications and Electric Companies Are Teaming Up To Get Broadband to Rural America
Delivering broadband to rural areas may not be an easy task, but it’s an important one – and one that broadband companies are increasingly eager to tackle. Those companies may be accustomed to planning on their own, but, working hand-in-hand with electric companies, especially those like co-ops that thrive in rural markets, can lead to…
2020’s Impact on the Broadband Fiber Landscape
While broadband fiber may not be something the average consumer thinks much about, it has a great impact on all of our day-to-day lives. Unfortunately, high-speed internet is something many of us take for granted. No one knows this more than Kevin Morgan, Chief Marketing Officer for Clearfield. Host Shelby Skrhak had the opportunity to…
Connecting Communities
Sustainable Digital Solutions: Unprecedented Collaboration Drives Success of Innovative Water-Based Data Center
The Stockton 1 Data Center, a pioneering project by Nautilus Data Technologies, marks a significant shift in the world of digital infrastructure. This facility, not just a marvel of modern technology with its proprietary water cooling system, also represents a stride towards environmental sustainability in an industry often criticized for its high energy consumption….
Clearfield and Horizon Set the Standard in Adapting to Changing Technologies in the Telecommunication Sector
In the rapidly evolving world of telecommunications, companies like Horizon and Clearfield are at the forefront of adapting to changing technologies and customer needs. Since 1895, Horizen has been a constant presence in Chilacothi, evolving from a home telephone service to providing internet and cable television. So how do telecommunication giants like Horizen, carrying…
Clearfield Leads the Charge in Urban Connectivity by Pioneering Custom Solutions for Modern Urban Infrastructure
How can innovative partnerships in telecommunications reshape the landscape of urban connectivity, particularly in densely populated areas? Gordon Siebenhaar, the Foreman at Shrewsbury Electric and Cable Operations, and Darren Borge, the General Manager at Sterling Municipal Light Department offer a perspective that not only emphasizes the necessity of tailored solutions for complex urban environments…
Innovative Community Support: Nuvera and Clearfield Partnership Drives Efficient Technology Deployment
Navigating through the ever-changing landscape of technology, Nuvera has remained a beacon of connectivity and community support in the telecommunications sector. This local company has been more than a mere service provider; it represents a vital link for residences, businesses, and particularly rural communities in Southern Minnesota and Iowa, integrating them with the global…
Fiber Connectivity for the Social Good, Presented by Clearfield
How is fiber connectivity reshaping small-town life and fostering community growth? Toby Hermel, The Senior Manager at Nuvera; Glen Zerbe, the President and CEO of Nuvera; Todd Gregoire, an IT Manager with Heartland AG; Daron VanderHeiden, the Superintendent for the Hutchinson School District, and Matt Jaunich, the City Administrator for Hutchinson, provide insights into…
Community Generated Content
Big Things Ahead for 2024: Clearfield Ready to Use Innovation to Revolutionize Connectivity
What groundbreaking advancements are anticipated in 2024 that will redefine digital and physical landscapes to revolutionize connectivity? The year ahead promises a seismic shift in network infrastructure, fueled by significant investments and technological innovations, set to transform the economic and social fabric of societies globally. Over $100 billion in infrastructure investment will help usher…
Clearfield Receives the 2023 ISE Network Innovator Award
Clearfield, Inc. has received the prestigious 2023 ISE Network Innovator Award for its SeeChange® Access Terminal and Hardened Connector System. This recognition, awarded by a panel of experts in the Telecom/Broadband Network Service Provider Community, highlights Clearfield’s commitment to advancing fiber optic technology. This achievement signifies the SeeChange system’s role in simplifying fiber-to-the-home (FTTH)…
Getting Ready to Welcome Customers & Prospects to Connected Britain 2023
Clearfield, Inc. showcased its groundbreaking FieldShield Blowable MPO Fiber Assemblies at Connected Britain 2023 in London, marking a significant milestone in the industry. This innovative product, a first in the industry, enabled carriers to deploy fiber more efficiently over distances exceeding 1.5 kilometers. Clearfield’s participation, highlighted by Chief Marketing Officer Kevin Morgan’s involvement in…
Product Videos
Clearfield’s ClearPass Dust Cap Revolutionizes Fiber Network Maintenance by Ensuring Pristine Signal Integrity.
The devil is in the details, especially when it comes to the complex and precision-driven field of fiber optics. Clearfield’s latest innovation, the ClearPass™ Dust Cap, underscores this truth by addressing a critical but often overlooked aspect of fiber network maintenance: keeping the fiber end face clean and dust-free. Boasting a 92% cleaning effectiveness…
Clearfield CraftSmart FiberFirst Pedestal Breaks New Ground by Bringing Fiber Networks to Rural and Less Populated Areas
In the rapidly evolving landscape of telecommunications, the expansion of fiber networks into less densely populated areas has become a crucial frontier. This advancement not only promises enhanced connectivity but also challenges the traditional paradigms of network infrastructure. Kevin Morgan, the Chief Marketing Officer at Clearfield, is at the forefront of this transformation, advocating…
SeeChange by Clearfield: A Game-Changer in the Effort to Lay Down Fiber for Enhanced Connectivity
The race to lay down fiber has become increasingly vital in the swiftly evolving landscape of high-speed internet connectivity. As consumers’ demand for faster and more reliable internet continues to soar, the challenge for providers is not just laying the fiber but doing it quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. This is where SeeChange from Clearfield…
Broadband Access Revolutionized: Clearfield’s CraftSmart Fiber Protection Vault Redefines Installation Simplicity
In a digital age where broadband access is increasingly vital, Clearfield’s CraftSmart Fiber Protection Vault emerges as a pivotal innovation in telecommunications infrastructure. This vault, tailored for subterranean implementation, epitomizes the ingenuity in engineering, revolutionizing traditional practices in the deployment of broadband infrastructure. Its design primarily focuses on enhancing transportation efficiency, maximizing storage space,…