AFL Buys Aussie Fiber Maker

AFL has acquired Optimal Cable Services, a manufacturer of fiber-optic cable and provider of connectivity products based in Melbourne, Australia. Optimal manufactures uni-tube, stranded loose tube, armored loose tube, high count loose tube, riser and all-dielectric self-supporting (ADSS) cables in addition to composite, cords and ancillary products. Optimal also provides patchcords, pigtails, connectors, adaptors, tooling, test equipment and media converters.