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Mastering Connectivity: Outdoor Network Cables: Challenges, Innovations, and Best Practices [Sponsored by Kordz]
Description
In this episode of AV Trade Talk, we head outside—literally—to explore the critical role outdoor network cables play in today’s connected environments. Whether it’s powering up smart gardens, securing properties with surveillance tech, or enabling robust backyard entertainment zones, outdoor networking is no longer optional—it's essential.
Joining host Katye McGregor Bennett this time are expert guests Nathan Holmes of WhyReboot, Eddie Shapiro of SmartTouch USA, and Benjamin Yeh from Kordz, a leader in high-performance cabling solutions, who break down everything you need to know about outdoor-rated and direct burial cables. We’ll dive into the environmental challenges installers face, common mistakes to avoid, and how innovations like the Kordz SlimCat range are changing the game for tech pros working in harsh conditions.
You’ll hear about:
Why the outdoor networking market is booming
The critical differences between outdoor and direct burial cables
Real-world challenges from the field—and how to solve them
Installation best practices to ensure long-term performance
What makes a cable truly professional-grade
Whether you're an integrator expanding into outdoor spaces or a design-build pro looking to future-proof your projects, this episode will equip you with insights and practical advice to deliver reliable connectivity—rain or shine.
Tune in, download, subscribe now, and visit Kordz.com to explore professional cable infrastructure solutions built for the elements.
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