Duncan, S.C. – September 21, 2023 | Industry-leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable, connectivity, accessories and equipment, AFL, expands its CopperClad Steel (CCS) Wire Line with the OnyxCCS® Solution. This latest innovation to AFL’s Conductor Accessories line is specifically designed for the electric utility market as it offers seamless integration into existing infrastructure.

"OnyxCCS is an innovative solution for the energy market," expressed Mike Tolman, AFL Accessories Product Line Manager. "We believe this solution will strengthen the power infrastructure by providing increased performance, cost savings and reliability in an enhanced theft-resistant package."

OnyxCCS builds upon the enhancements of AFL’s standard CopperClad Steel, while continuing to offer the same benefits. In addition to the inherent strength of a CCS product, OnyxCCS has a chemically-etched surface treatment, which darkens the standard CCS. This process discourages theft of a utility’s copper infrastructure and does not compromise mechanical or electrical properties.

Engineered to withstand the harshest environmental conditions, OnyxCCS ensures uninterrupted performance and reliability. With its exceptional resistance to corrosion and extended lifespan, OnyxCCS provides long-term operational dependability while promoting sustainable practices. Additionally, its steel core provides increased strength, compared to standard copper in tensioned applications, and potentially reduces outages caused by copper theft.

OnyxCCS is available in all sizes of AFL’s Copperclad Steel Wire product line.

AFL’s conductor accessories provide superior performance and reliability for electric power utilities companies. Products include substation accessories, fiber optic cable hardware, motion control, wire products, tools, compounds and more. For more information about AFL, its products and services, visit www.AFLglobal.com.

About AFL
Founded in 1984, AFL is an international manufacturer providing end-to-end solutions to the energy, service provider, enterprise, hyperscale and industrial markets. The company’s products are in use in over 130 countries and include fiber optic cable and hardware, transmission and substation accessories, outside plant equipment, connectivity, test and inspection equipment, fusion splicers and training. AFL also offers a wide variety of services supporting data center, enterprise, wireless and outside plant applications.

Headquartered in Spartanburg, SC, AFL has operations in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd. of Japan. For more information, visit www.AFLglobal.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and read our blog. 

Contacts

Mike Tolman
Product Manager, AFL Accessories Division
Mike.Tolmon@AFLglobal.com

Nancy Rice
Public Relations Specialist, AFL
Nancy.Rice@AFLglobal.com
864.486.7386