An introduction to AquaBlok NG™-a higher standard in water-blocking technology

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In 1996 Owens Corning introduced AquaBlok[TM] cable reinforcements, a water blocking flexible tensile member, to the market. AquaBlok™ reinforcement gave the customer the ability to apply water blocking and tensile strength to the optical cable in one step. Through continual research and development in support of the cable industry, Owens Corning has developed the next generation in water swellable strength members.

Description

In 1996 Owens Corning introduced AquaBlok[TM] cable reinforcements, a water blocking flexible tensile member, to the market. AquaBlok™ reinforcement gave the customer the ability to apply water blocking and tensile strength to the optical cable in one step. Through continual research and development in support of the cable industry, Owens Corning has developed the next generation in water swellable strength members.

Additional information

Author(s)

Thomas P. Hager, James R. Priest and Martin C. Flautt, Owens Corning, USA.

Publication/Event/Pages

Paper presented at WAI 69th Annual Convention, Atlanta, GA USA

Year

1999