Strengthening the core network and connecting a hyper-scale data center
Kansas Fiber Network, KFN, is working on their largest project yet – a 130-mile-long ring around the Kansas City metropolitan area. The strategic build strengthens the core network and will connect the upcoming hyper-scale data center next to the Kansas City International Airport.
Hear Jerry Kaufmann and Brian Cornish from Kansas Fiber Network talk about the project and the pros of using microducts and micro cables as the on-site construction team blows our Viper micro cable into place.
Challenges
- With the major expansion in the US market, material availability is a big challenge.
- The project covered a combination of greenfield build and existing duct systems.
- Heightened requirements to reduce environmental impact.
- Community affected by the construction traffic and noise.
Approach
- A partnership with Hexatronic as a one-stop shop.
- One-dig philosophy.
- A strategic choice of using micro ducts and air-blown Viper micro cables.
- Site Technology support - installation contractor consultation along with field support to make tweaks during the installation process.
Result
- Minimizing cost and schedule risk using one partner for the complete solution.
- Hexatronic increased production capacity in the US to meet the demand of our customers.
- A future-proof network with excellent scalability to meet the demand of hyper-scale data centers both now and in the future.
- A sustainable solution in place. Less raw material used, fewer trucks needed for transport.
- A connected society without too much disruption from construction.
From day one, when we connected with Hexatronic, there was this true partnering spirit that came to the table. It really complemented our core value at KFN, that we are easy to do business with.
Jerry Kaufmann,
Director of Business Development,
Kansas Fiber Network, USA
