SPARTANBURG, S.C. | May 5, 2025 | AFL, an industry leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable, equipment, accessories and related services earned five 2025 South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) Plant Safety Awards for manufacturing locations in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Facilities with a low rate of incidents resulting in lost workdays, job transfers or restrictions below statewide manufacturing averages were nominated and earned the award.

"At AFL, safety is the foundation of our operations, from production floors to corporate offices," said Larry Pearlman, Vice President of Environment, Health, Safety and Security. "We are on a journey to become one of the safest companies in America, and this recognition tells us we are moving in the right direction. It shows that we are engaging our people to identify and mitigate operational risks. I’m thrilled that all five South Carolina facilities earned this recognition – an achievement that speaks directly to the commitment of our associates’ efforts and the safety culture we’re creating."

AFL was among 92 industrial facilities across South Carolina recognized for safety performance by SCMC this year.

The recognition also aligns with AFL's broader corporate responsibility strategy. In October 2025, AFL released its third annual Corporate Responsibility Report, underscoring the company's focus on environmental and human health in the communities where its associates live and work. AFL is dedicated to continuously improving its environmental, health and safety performance, with defined objectives, targets and metrics as part of its annual business and operating plans.

AFL is an active member of SCMC, a statewide organization dedicated to the interests of South Carolina manufacturers. Pearlman served as a speaker at the 2026 SCMC Plant Safety Awards ceremony, which AFL proudly sponsored.

For additional information on AFL, its products and services, visit www.AFLglobal.com.

About AFL
Founded in 1984, AFL is a global manufacturer providing end-to-end solutions to the energy, broadband, data center, AI and industrial markets. AFL specializes in fiber optic cable and hardware, transmission/compression and substation accessories, connectivity solutions, fusion splicers, and test and inspection equipment. Guided by Customer-Focused and Community-Centered values and an unwavering commitment to safety, the company operates manufacturing facilities worldwide and provides a comprehensive portfolio of services and solutions supporting network infrastructure, data centers, service providers, wireless and power grid modernization. For more information, visit www.AFLglobal.com.