ATX Networks, a provider of broadband access and media distribution solutions, joined the (NCTC), representing more than 700 independent cable and broadband operators across the U.S.
Having this relationship in place will help smaller cable operators gain greater access to crucial networking equipment. NCTC said its Connected Supplier Partnership Program is designed to mutually benefit NCTC members and supplier partners by facilitating a business relationship between the two groups and offering education, innovation, speed to market, operational efficiencies, and value.
By forming this relationship, NCTC members can purchase ATX’s Areca™ hybrid supercapacitor energy storage modules, the Visium™ MD8 commercial services media gateway and ATX Professional Services. NCTC members can also acquire ATX solutions, including outside plant, digital optical and media distribution equipment, through ATX distribution partners that are also members of the NCTC Connected Supplier Partnership Program.
“We couldn’t be more excited to be a member of this vibrant MSO ecosystem and show off our technology and expertise at this year’s The Independent Show as a supplier partner,” said Jess Zelaya, ATX VP of Global Channel Sales. “The hundreds of MSOs represented by the NCTC form the backbone of the North American cable industry, and we look forward to working with the collective to help its members evolve and optimize their content and connectivity offerings to best serve their subscribers in the future.”
Also, ATX will be exhibiting as a supplier member at the upcoming The Independent Show (TIS), held in Minneapolis, MN, from July 30th to August 2nd. Besides showcasing its Areca backup power and energy storage solution, Visium MD8 media gateway, as well as professional services offerings, ATX will provide TIS attendees with the opportunity to explore the company’s GigaXtend™ GMC 1.2GHz and 1.8GHz HFC amplifiers and the commercially deployed GigaXtend XS 2GHz taps and passives. ATX will also showcase its GigaWave™ digital optical transport equipment at its TIS booth (524).