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		News: Frost & Sullivan Recognizes IDEAL as Entrepreneurial Company of the Year in Power Supplies


		SAN JOSE, CA, April 10, 2003 - Frost & Sullivan presented the 2003 Power Supplies Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award at last night's Excellence in Industrial Technologies Awards Banquet to IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.

		News: IDEAL TRACETEK™ And LinkMaster™ PRO are Top Contenders For EC&M Magazine's


		SYCAMORE, IL, April 9, 2003 -- IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools, connectors and testing products for the electrical and data communications markets, announced today that its TRACETEK™ and LinkMaster™ PRO testers are leading contenders in EC&M Magazine's prestigious 2003 Product of the Year competition.

News: IDEAL LANTEK® Cable Testers Win Prestigious Editor's Choice Award From China Information World

SYCAMORE, IL, February 5, 2003 -- IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools, connectors and testing products for the electrical and data communications markets, announced today that China Information World, the best read newspaper in China's information technology sector, has awarded the company's LANTEK 6® and LANTEK 7® cable testers with its coveted Editor's Choice Award in the media testing equipment category.

News: IDEAL Announces Intertek Testing Services Verification Status For LANTEK® Cable Testers

SYCAMORE, IL, March 11, 2003 -- IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools, connectors and testing products for the electrical and data communications markets, announced today that its LANTEK 6® and LANTEK 7® cable testers have received independent verification from the ETL SEMKO division of Intertek Testing Services, meeting the accuracy limits contained within TIA-568-B.2-1 Category 6 Level III and IEC 61935 Level III standards.

Testers & Meters: Quick, accurate and trouble-free electrical measurements

IDEAL continues to expand its line of testers and meters with on-target innovative instruments. The new Split Jaw™ model 61-095 is a pocket-sized, easy-to-use voltage, continuity and current tester with integral lead storage.

Testers & Meters: IDEAL simplifies electrical testing with versatile 4-in-1 test tool

IDEAL Test & Measurement aims to provide electricians with a real-world solution to the challenges of electrical testing with its new Model 61-704. The versatile, ergonomic clamp-style meter enables electricians to perform testing procedures that previously required four separate tools, resulting in cost-efficiency, a less cluttered tool bag and enhanced on-the-job safety due to the tester meeting demanding CAT III standards.

Testers & Meters: A Non-contact Voltage Tester with the Comfort of an Ergonomic, Cushioned Grip

With the introduction of its Model 61-063 Non-contact Voltage Tester, IDEAL is providing electricians with a more comfortable hand-held tool to locate breaks along live insulated wires and detect power prior to service.

Teters & Meters: IDEAL Circuit Breaker Finder Eliminates Service Interruptions

IDEAL has introduced its Model 61-055, an Automatic Circuit Breaker Finder that allows electrical contractors to quickly and accurately trace 120VAC circuit breakers and fuses without costly service interruptions.

Testers & Meters: Vol-Con XL 61-086, an unprecedented level of safety for voltage testers

With the new Vol-Con® XL and Vol-Test™ XL, IDEAL continues its trend of creating measurement devices perfectly suited to the needs of the modern electrician. As always, those needs start with safety.

Testers & Meters: New 320 Series Multimeters set new standards

Continuing to set new standards for accuracy, value and trouble-free operation, IDEAL launched the new 320 Series of contractor-grade digital multimeters with high expectations.

Testers & Meters: SureTest 61-155, the first complete AFCI branch circuit tester

Each year, arc faults occurring as a result of worn electrical insulation or damaged wire cause thousands of home fires.

		Exponet Vienna 2004 - AUSTRIA


		Exponet Vienna 17.-19.February 2004 Hall X, Booth X/D21 See also: www.exponet.at

New LANTEK Cable Tester Software and Firmware

LANTEK Reporter version 3.006
LANTEK Firmware version 1.3

		Ideal Industries Launches World's First True CAT 7 Cable Tester


		Company Revolutionizes Testing and Certification Industries With Only Tester To Certify Up To 750 MHz and Capable of Tracing Fiber Runs Ideal Industries, Inc., one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools and test products supplies for the electrical and data communications markets, today announced the launch of the LANTE® 7, the world's first cable tester fully compliant with the emerging Category 7/ISO F standards. This is the industry's only tester capable of certifying up to 750 MHz. The company also announced the introduction of the LANTEK® 6, a fully compliant Category 6/ISO E cable tester with a frequency range up to 350 MHz. Both new testers offer the industry's most advanced fiber option, TRACETEK.

		IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. INTRODUCES NEW MINILITE-STRIP™ OPTICAL FIBER STRIPPER


		IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. has introduced an economical fiber stripper that works like two tools in one. Designed with two V-notch precision apertures, the MINILITE-STRIP™ Optical Fiber Stripper can remove the outer jacket insulation and remove the buffer and coating from 125µm and 140µm fiber. A unique blade grind design makes optical fiber cable preparation fast and easy.

		IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. INTRODUCES NEW DATALITE™ CABLE IDENTIFIER


		IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. new DATALITE™ Cable Identifier is the most efficient method of identifying cable in new installations and troubleshooting mislabeled networks, and replaces the tone generator for cable mapping.

Easy Troubleshooting on Fibre - with TRACETEK™ no problem!

Within it's LAN cable testing series "LANTEK® 6/7" IDEAL INDUSTRIES presents the option "TRACETEK™" for troubleshooting on fibre. This module offers the graphical identification of events on fibre runs and reports the distance to fault. Versions for Multimode- and Singlemode-Fibres are available.

DataComm Kits ready for Action

IDEAL INDUSTRIES announces the introduction of several new datacom installers kits. Each kit provides a variety of tools to cut, strip, terminate and test data cabling. Ideal is renowned for manufacturing quality tools and is unique in being able to offer network installers a complete range of datacom tools and test equipment.

Data cable verifier sets new price-performance standard

A new data cable verifier from Ideal features a built-in length measurement capability and a wide range of functions for testing, mapping and troubleshooting twisted pair and coax data networks. Compact, rugged and easy to use, LinkMaster Pro offers high performance at a competitive price.

		IDEAL TRACETEK™ and LinkMaster™ PRO are Top Contenders for EC&M Magazine's 2003 Product of the Year


		IDEAL INDUSTRIES, Inc., one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools, connectors, and testing products for the electrical and data communications markets, announced today that its TRACETEK™ and LinkMaster™ PRO testers are leading contenders in EC&M Magazine's prestigious 2003 Product of the Year competition.

New Power Quality Analysers offer complete solution for troubleshooting, monitoring and analysis of power quality

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools and test products for the electrical market, announces the introduction of the 800 Series (805, 806 and 807) Power Analyzer range. Power Analyzer provides a complete solution for measuring and analysing power quality and troubleshooting power quality problems. Suitable for use with both single and three-phase electrical systems the tool offers benefits by saving time, productivity and revenue wastage caused by power quality disturbances.

		IDEAL DualScribe™ Offers Twice the Useful Life of Traditional Fiber Optic Scribes


		IDEAL INDUSTRIES today introduced its most advanced fiber optic scribe yet - the new DualScribe™ featuring a reversible single blade with a highly-polished edge on each end for twice the service life of traditional scribes.

Smart Clips to Connect Telephone Cable

New, smart clips of IDEAL INDUSTRIES for quick and individual modification of cable infrastructures simplify the work of telephone installers tremendously. These IDC connectors, filled with gel, are amazing, when used for connecting, branching or lengthen of copper cable with different cable diameters. At the same time they protect copper from corrosion to avoid losses in transmission quality after having the IDC's implemented.

Easy Test of Fibre Connectors

The new fibre microscope #45-332 of IDEAL INDUSTRIES simplifies connector testing on Multimode- and Monomode fibre cable. It's a little, easy-to-use tool, which fit's into every toolbox.

DataComm: IDEAL is offering a new family of premium-quality flexible drill bits, saw blades and hole saws for use in a variety of applications.

IDEAL unveiled its new Model 45-349, a versatile, ergonomic stripper capable of removing the jacket from both simplex and duplex 3mm fiber optic (zip cord) cables - an industry first.

DataComm: New accessories for LANTEK® certifiers enable testing of fiber optic runs

The introduction of FIBERTEK™ has sent a shockwave through the data communications industry. With the powerful, highly accurate new line of fiber accessory kits, the LANTEK Cable Certifier becomes an all-inclusive fiber optic tester. Premium versions of the FIBERTEK package include TRACETEK,™ a revolutionary testing module that records reflectional events that may provide an alternative to reports provided by expensive Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs).

New omni-directional fish tape simplifies cable installation in complex conduit runs

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of quality tools and test products for the electrical and data communications markets, announces the introduction of the Zoom Fish Tape range. Zoom Fish Tape facilitates omni-directional pushing and pulling optimal for conduit runs consisting of multiple bends and changes in plane.

DataComm: LANTEK® 6 and 7 Cable Testers - IDEAL Revolutionizes Testing and Certification Industries With Only Tester To Certify Up To 750 MHz

IDEAL has launched the LANTEK® 7 - the world's first cable tester fully compliant with the emerging Category 7/ISO F standards. The company also announced the introduction of the LANTEK 6, a fully compliant Category 6/ISO E cable tester. Both new testers offer the industry's most advanced fiber options.

DataComm: Tone Generator and Amplifier Probe Make Cable Tracing Easier

Isolating, identifying and tracing cable in congested equipment rooms and large cable bundles are frustrating parts of every workday for data communication technicians.

DataComm: New LinkMaster™ PRO Maps, Tests & Troubleshoots LAN, Voice Cable

The new LinkMaster™ PRO from IDEAL is a palm-sized, LCD-equipped LAN and voice cable tester that performs wire mapping, identification of room outlets, continuity and configuration testing plus measures cable length.

#45-719 Kinetic Stripper/Crimper, the multifunctional Tool for professional telecommunication installers

The #45-719 Kinetic Stripper/Crimper from IDEAL INDUSTRIES offers all key functions, which are necessary for the installation of telephone cables. Cutting of telephone wire is possible for the application of conventional wiring and common connectors can be crimped without breaking the housings. The ergonomical design of the tool reduces muscle fatigue and it's prepared for right-hand- and left-hand-use.

Visit us in Hall 14, Booth G32!

Everything from one source! - That's the motto of IDEAL INDUSTRIES you can see at CeBIT! You will find everything on our booth you need for:

Cut - Strip - Terminate - Test - Certify

Here are some examples:

Data T-Cutter for Cutting
UTP/STP Cable Stripper for Stripping
Punch Down Tools for Termination
LinkMaster PRO XL for Testing
LANTEK 6/7 for Certification

One set of this equipment enables you to fully execute a complete installation. We will prove it on our booth!

But there are novelties, too!
We will show you two of our brandnew mini-testers:

NAVITEK - a comprehensive handheld diagnostic tool for physical and network layers of local are networks (LANs).
VDV MultiMedia - for testing all wiring types in heterogenous Voice, Data and Video environments.

Come and see us!

		ACTERNA Seminare Deutschland


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Wire Connectors: Grounding products line grows with latest time-saving connectors

The latest innovations in grounding products are more than just simple time-savers, they're money-savers. Term-a-Nut® Grounding Connectors incorporate the proven cost-saving technology of the Term-a-Nut Pigtail into products that address everyday grounding applications.

Wire Connectors: It's time to try the Twister® PRO!

The Twister® is already the premier wire connector in the industry, but for IDEAL, staying ahead of the curve is what innovation is all about.

Hand Tools: New Cutting Tools For Professional-Grade Performance

IDEAL is offering a new family of premium-quality flexible drill bits, saw blades and hole saws for use in a variety of applications.

Hand Tools: IDEAL Applies Ergonomics To Multi-Purpose Electricians Jab Saw, Results Are More Comfortable Grip, Reduced Vibration, Multiple Blade Versatility.

Expanding its strength in cutting supplies for professional electricians, IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. introduced its new Electrician's Jab Saw, engineered to provide an omnibus of cutting solutions required for wire installation work while providing superior gripping power.

Hand Tools: The IDEAL UF Stripper takes center stage

IDEAL is pleased to "officially" introduce the IDEAL Underground Feeder Stripper to North America. The UF Stripper was originally developed for stripping co-extruded cables used in European residential construction.

Hand Tools: Kinetic Super™ Redefines Wire Stripping

Representing a major step forward in the area of hand tools, IDEAL has introduced its Kinetic Super™ Wire Stripper, a professional-grade wire stripper that merges a suite of cutting-edge features to deliver the ultimate in comfort, performance and safety

Fish Tapes and Lube: You Spoke, We Listened: ClearGlide™ Available in 6-pack of 4 oz. Bottles

Innovations in the electrical industry are drawn from many sources, but the best insights invariably come from contractors. Just consider the introduction of new IDEAL ClearGlide™ Wire Pulling Lubricant in handy packages of six four-ounce bottles.

Fishtapes and Lube: IDEAL Introduces Dynamic New Zoom™ Fish Tape

The Electric West Trade Show was the launch pad for the new IDEAL Zoom™ Fish Tape, a radically different design that features a braided stainless steel core and ultra hard polyamide resin jacket.

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