Blogging from BICSI-- Stephen Chew

Winter BICSI kicked off yesterday and we're here to ensure you don't miss a thing from the show. Just sit back and experience BICSI from the comfort of your office (minus the all nighters). Check back often for updates, news, and photos from the largest event of the year! 

From Stephen Chew at Winter BICSI, 2010

Tuesday, January 19th.

Just got word that Craig Robinson, Al Feaster and the guys at DYMO are running a sweet promotion where you can get a $50 mail in rebate for buying the new RHINO5200 or get a free carrying case and RHINO Connect Software if you buy the RHINO6000. This offer is good only for the show, so stop by DYMO booth# 1005 and ask for the Show Special form. You can then drop the form off at Accu-Tech booth# 600 and send it to your Accu-Tech rep when you get back from BICSI.

Monday, January 18th. 

The second night of BICSI heated up with a massive crowd eager to educate themselves on the future of network cabling.  Joe Tierney with Fluke Networks (booth#  502) was kept busy with demonstrations of the new Fiber OneShot Optical Test Set . Retailing at $1500 it's a cost effective method for trouble-shooting your fiber network.

Chatsworth Products Inc. (booth# 925) rocked the show with their Optimize Without Compromise campaign which includes a Win a Cruise contest.  Imagine taking a cruise to Alaska, the Mediterranean, or the Caribbean, knowing that your network it performing to perfection with CPI's integrated solution. 

Our friend Ross Vincent and Thureon (booth# 614) a New Zealand manufacturer of the conceptual Server Room-in-a-box Armarac cabinet had a line of attendees asking questions and commenting about his product line.

General Cable continues to be a leader in eco friendly products including their GenSpeed line with No Halogens and Reduced Toxicity, the type of product that fits well with buildings qualifying for LEED certification.  Visit General Cable at booth #700.

Steve Beninato spoke with me about Tyco's (booth# 519) AMPTRAC Intelligent Infrastructure Management System (IIMS).  For an infrastructure that addresses Down Time and ROI with Real Time documentation check it out here. 

Sunday, January 17th.

Thousands walked the floor at the opening reception of the BICSI Winter 2010 Conference.  The industries leading manufacturers showcased their premier products including Legrand Ortronics who's 20x20 island exhibit (#1125) featured the Mighty Mo and DataCab server cabinets.

Photo Credit: Stephen Chew 

The future of Security and Data can be seen at several exhibits including Transition Networks, which is setting the standard for Video, Security & Surveillance conversion.

 Photo Credit: Stephen Chew