Fluke Networks today announced the launch of CertiFiber™ Max, the industry’s first third-generation optical loss test set (OLTS) designed to meet the growing demands of high-density data center environments. Built on the trusted Versiv™ platform and integrated with LinkWare™, CertiFiber Max enables technicians to certify up to 24 fibers in under one second.

As fiber density increases and performance margins tighten; driven by AI, cloud, and next-generation digital infrastructure, contractors face mounting pressure to test and certify complex fiber systems quickly and accurately. Many existing tools struggle to keep pace, either limiting fiber counts or relying on fan-out cables and adapters that add time, complexity, and risk of error.

CertiFiber Max addresses these challenges with delivering faster testing, greater accuracy, and long-term flexibility through field-replaceable UniPort™ adapters. These offer native support for 12, 16, and 24 multi-fiber push-ons (MPO) as well as 16 and 24 MMCs (very small form factor multi-fiber connectors), including both pinned and unpinned configurations as data center architectures continue to evolve. UniPort™ adapters connect directly to a wide range of current and emerging connector types, protect tester ports from damage, and enable easy upgrading and replacement in the field extending the tester’s lifecycle, maintaining reliability in demanding schedules, and helping contractors avoid costly equipment replacement as fiber counts and standards continue to evolve.

“As AI reshapes data centers and the digital infrastructure they depend on, the margin for error in fiber networks is diminishing,” said Vineet Thuvara, Chief Product Officer at Fluke Corporation. “CertiFiber Max reflects our belief that trust in data center operations starts at the physical layer. Built on the proven Versiv platform trusted by thousands of certified technicians for more than a decade, it delivers native 24-fiber support giving teams the confidence to deploy and certify the high-density networks powering AI and cloud technologies at scale.”

As fiber density grows and performance demands rise contractors must test and certify faster, while anticipating higher density fiber counts and connector types such as MMC. Existing testers often struggle to meet these needs, either limiting the number of fibers supported or adding complexity with fan out cables and adapters. CertiFiber Max addresses these issues directly, giving technicians a tool designed for today’s data center realities and tomorrow’s requirements.

“MMC Connectors have achieved widespread adoption as AI data centers scale at unprecedented rates. Using high-performance TMT (three-row mechanical transfer) ferrule technology, MMC delivers triple the density of MPO connectors and offers mass-insertion solutions that accelerate deployment in today’s high-density networks,” said Charlie Stroup, Applications Engineering Manager at US Conec, a leader in providing passive components for high density optical interconnects. “As MMC deployments continue to expand rapidly, Fluke’s CertiFiber Max plays a critical role in supporting a robust MMC ecosystem, delivering reliable testing for next-generation AI networks.”

Designed for high-efficiency workflows in dense fiber environments, the solution measures loss, length, and polarity across multiple fibers in under a second while ensuring greater accuracy through the standards-recommended and manufacturer-preferred one-jumper reference method. According to David Newman, Manager, Group Products, Data Center Fiber at Panduit, a global leader in data center infrastructure, “Ultra-low loss standards required by AI, along with rising fiber counts and skilled labor shortages, are driving demand for faster, more accurate performance testing across the market.”

For more information on CertiFiber Max, please visit: https://www.flukenetworks.com/datacom-cabling/fiber-testing/certifiber-max-optical-loss-test-set.

Fluke Networks, the worldwide leader in certification, troubleshooting, and installation tools for critical network cabling infrastructure, has enabled French startup ITCAB to save up to 10 days’ worth of technician time on large-scale projects using its advanced test solutions.

Founded in 2022, ITCAB is a fast-growing company specialising in the design and deployment of low-voltage cabling, providing copper and fiber optic cabling across a wide range of sectors. From defence and healthcare to data centres and logistics, the design and maintenance of its customers’ IT networks demands precision, efficiency, and reliability. Underpinning this is a set of stringent regulatory standards that the network cabling industry must adhere to. ITCAB requires the correct tools to ensure it meets the necessary compliance needs of its customers.

To uphold these standards from the outset, ITCAB chose to work with Fluke Networks to ensure that every network cabling installation completed is as durable and qualitative as possible with state-of-the-art measuring tools. The founders were familiar with Fluke Networks from earlier in their careers and were keen to continue working with tools that they knew they could trust.

Today, ITCAB’s technicians utilise four pieces of Fluke Networks equipment:

·       DSX-5000 CableAnalyzer^TM for RJ45 twisted pair infrastructures – enables technicians to carry out any required measurements in the field and anticipate potential compliance issues before they arise

·       OptiFiber^TM Pro reflectometer for fiber optic networks – helps technicians to work more efficiently using automated configuration, expert mode, and detailed event mapping

·       CertiFiber^TM Pro bi-directional duplex photometry solution – simplifies the certification process for fiber optic networks by performing efficient and accurate tests in data centres, LANs, WANs, and telecom networks

·       MultiFiber^TM Pro – intervenes on high-density fiber optic trunk infrastructures with MTP connectors

For ITCAB, one of the biggest strengths is Fluke Networks’ reliability. Consistent, accurate results are essential for assessing network performance. In addition, intuitive user interfaces simplify the measurement process, while LinkWare^TM reporting software streamlines data collection and analysis. Technicians can easily retrieve diagnostic data, perform detailed searches, and generate comprehensive reports which can be shared with technical teams and customers as required.

With Fluke Networks equipment, ITCAB saves an average of 15-30 seconds per test, which for projects requiring up to 10,000 tests represents around 10 days’ work saved for one technician.

“It’s extremely efficient – being able to make the right decisions at the right time can really speed up our work,” commented Mr Corentin Cunat, Founder and Co-CEO of ITCAB. “If we had chosen other products, we would have had many more tasks to manage, which would have slowed down the whole process and increased costs.”

“With rising demand for bandwidth and the constant evolution of technology, efficient testing, certification and troubleshooting tools have a measurable impact on productivity and customer trust,” added Nigel Hedges, Application and Technical Specialist at Fluke Networks. “Our solutions provide end-to-end visibility across copper, fiber and active networks, empowering teams to streamline workflows, simplify compliance and deliver better business outcomes. In today’s competitive landscape, investing in the right tools isn’t about keeping up – it’s about staying ahead.”

With ITCAB’s rapid growth, the demand for advanced testing equipment will only increase. To continue meeting customer expectations and stay ahead of evolving industry regulations, ITCAB is expanding its fleet of Fluke Network devices, ensuring it remains at the forefront of network testing solutions.  

“ITCAB significantly reduced time spent on documentation and troubleshooting, leading to better performance and higher customer satisfaction across multiple high-profile projects. This is the perfect example of how businesses can achieve more efficiency through smarter testing,” said Mr Hedges.

Learn how ITCAB achieved remarkable efficiency gains with Fluke Networks tools. Download the full case study to discover how smarter testing can help save time and improve performance.

Fluke Networks today announced the launch of its Versiv Data Center Kits that are designed to keep data centers up and running by identifying copper and fiber network connectivity issues before they arise and troubleshooting them quickly. At a time when artificial intelligence and data center business is expected to more than double to $622.4 billion by 2030*, these kits will equip data center technicians, engineers and operators with the necessary future-ready equipment to maintain and manage the new technologies of hyperscale and enterprise data centers coming online in the next decade.

The new offering from Fluke Networks enable users to maintain and troubleshoot high density connections in hyperscale and enterprise data centers, helping data travel faster and more reliably. These tools also prepare data center technicians and engineers for the future of the industry, where larger facilities bring greater risks of fiber optic contamination and potential network failures. In hyperscale environments and sprawling data center campuses—where tens of thousands of fiber connections are in play—the margin for error is razor-thin, making proactive inspection and maintenance a mission-critical priority.

The Versiv Data Center Kits launch will include the:

• Fiber and Copper Commissioning and Troubleshooting Kit: Verify and optimize copper and fiber networks at every stage of a data center’s lifecycle—from commissioning and go-live to moves, adds, upgrades, and troubleshooting—to ensure peak performance.
• Fiber Inspection Kit: Stop fiber optic failures at their source by eliminating end-face contamination, the #1 cause of performance issues.
• MPO Maintenance and Troubleshooting Kit: Maximize data center density and reduce multi-fiber trunk testing time by 80% with a single button push.

In conjunction with the Versiv Data Center Kits launch, Fluke is also introducing accessories that support Very Small Form Factor (VSFF) connectors. These connectors enable data centers to increase connection density while maintaining high performance. The new accessories allow CertiFiber™ Pro Optical Loss Test Set users to conduct the recommended single-jumper reference method for testing MDC connections, inspect and clean MMC, MDC, and SN connectors, and follow fiber inspection best-practices to reduce contamination-related failures.

“With over 9,000 data centers worldwide** and AI, cloud, and hyperscale technologies driving explosive growth, infrastructure teams are under unprecedented pressure,” said Mark Mullins, Product Marketing Manager at Fluke. “The new Versiv Data Center Kits are designed to help technicians and engineers meet that challenge head-on—equipping them with future-ready tools to prevent failures, speed up troubleshooting, and ensure high-density fiber connections are clean, tested, and reliable. These kits are about more than just tools—they’re about enabling uptime, performance, and long-term resilience in the data centers powering the next decade of innovation.”

The Versiv Data Center Kits exemplify Fluke Network’s commitment to supporting customers with the tools that match the pace of innovation in the data center space. Whether installing, reconfiguring, or troubleshooting networks, Fluke Networks provides comprehensive solutions that support the latest technologies.

When purchased as a kit, customers can save up to 15% compared to MSRP   pricing for items purchased separately. For more information and to purchase the Versiv Data Center Kits, please visit https://forms.fluke.com/datacenterkits.

Fluke Networks today announced Mark Mullins is the recipient of Harry J. Pfister Award for Excellence in the Telecommunications Industry. Presented by BICSI, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) professional association, this prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the telecommunications industry through leadership, innovation, and dedication.

Mullins has been a pivotal figure in the ICT industry for more than 30 years. As a founding member of Fluke Networks, he has driven innovation in network testing and led the Fluke Networks Certified Cabling Test Technician™ program, which has certified over 10,000 technicians worldwide, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to excel in the field.

In addition, Mullins has been an advocate for industry best practices, delivering presentations on topics such as application and network analysis, Wi-Fi technology, and troubleshooting. His efforts have also supported BICSI’s mission, including promoting its credentials, developing coursework, supporting the Cabling Skills Challenge, and spearheading an annual survey highlighting the value of the RCDD certification.

"BICSI is honored to recognize Mark Mullins for his outstanding contributions to the telecommunications industry," said BICSI's Board President, David Richards, RCDD, NTS, OSP, TECH, CT. "Mark’s dedication to advancing industry standards, his leadership in training and certification, and his passion for mentorship have had a profound impact on ICT professionals worldwide. His work exemplifies the spirit of innovation and excellence that this award represents."