Bill Smith, OCC’s Business Development Specialist, serves as a member of Society of Broadcast Engineers and has over 20 years of experience in Technical Sales in the Communication Industry.

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OCC’s reputation for providing products in harsh environments fits perfectly into the broadcast industry where down time is not acceptable. We have, and continue to provide, the broadcast market with fiber optic cables that are field-tested to withstand the most extreme handling. Our accessories for the broadcast market are no exception.  OCC’s MARS reels are a significant improvement over the standard steel reels that traditionally have been used for many years in the industry. These steel reels are not only cumbersome in weight and size, but after only a few deployments, they tend to rust or even bend.  As a result, companies are forced to discard these reels and purchase new ones which can be very costly to large companies or even sole proprietors.

What makes OCC’s reels different from the rest?  The MARS Reels are a lightweight, modular system constructed of an impact modified polymer that is easily transported and is ideal for applications where cable needs to be deployed and reeled in quickly and stored efficiently. Companies that invest in our reels can maximize the use of these reels for many years without having to replace them due to environmental complications.

Due to the size and scope of events in the broadcast industry, cabling needs to be accessible to cameras and audio equipment in a fast and efficient manner. MARS reels have the flexibility to be fitted with fiber optic cable, power conductors, and copper communication cables. The MARS Reels are also offered in five sizes that can accommodate most applications.

Here are just a few of the applications where the MARS Reels are being used in the industry:

• Production and recording studios
• Rental companies supplying cables for new production shoots
• Lighting and rigging companies supporting communication cables and control wiring.
• Remote satellite farms, for testing and configuration
• Microphones and multipair cables for stage performances
• Tactical Broadcast – command post to audio or video sources
• Audio snake cables
• Remote production vehicles for cable storage and management at job sites
• Studio SMPTE cables
• Live concerts
• Sporting events, stadiums, marathons, skiing events,  & pro golf events
• Political events, debates, conventions, weekly news briefing
• Fly packs

OCC is always looking for ways to better improve this product as new designs for different applications are requested. You can expect to see more of these improvements in the future as we continue to tailor our products to the industry’s needs.  Be sure to look for us at NAB in April to learn more about our products and solutions!