Fiber Focus is the podcast from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave that explores the technology, tools, and techniques behind modern fiber optic networks. From product innovations to practical insights for data center and on-prem environments, each episode helps industry professionals stay connected to what matters most.
Fiber Focus
Claim This Podcastby Sumitomo Electric Lightwave
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26 episodes
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Fiber Focus is the podcast from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave that explores the technology, tools, and techniques behind modern fiber optic networks. From product innovations to practical insights for data center and on-prem environments, each episode helps industry professionals stay connected to what matters most.
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Recent Episodes
July 6, 2026
The Promise of Multi-Core
<p>Multi-core fiber has been proving its value in subsea applications for years. Multiple cores packed into a single fiber multiply bandwidth without multiplying space. Now this technology is making its way into next-generation data centers, and the possibilities are extraordinary.</p><p>Loren Rapp, product line manager for fiber optic cable at Sumitomo Electric Lightwave, breaks down how multi-core fiber works, where it shows the most exciting potential, and what needs to fall into place before it becomes a mainstream reality. Tune in to this conversation to learn more.</p><p>Fiber Focus is a Sumitomo Electric Lightwave podcast. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave">Subscribe</a>, share this episode, and follow Sumitomo Electric Lightwave on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-lightwave/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/SEL_FiberOptics">X</a>. </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Episode Links</strong></p><p>Contact Us: <a href="https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/contact-us/">https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/contact-us/</a></p><p>Loren on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-vitter-rapp-a268a61a/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/loren-vitter-rapp-a268a61a/</a></p><p>Meredyth on LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly">www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly</a></p><p><strong>Connect with Sumitomo Electric Lightwave</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/">https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave">https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave</a></p>
June 23, 2026
Built to Last and Built to Change
<p>In this episode of Fiber Focus, Yuko Agano discusses what actually drives the life cycle of a fiber network. From material degradation to evolving design standards to the role of routine maintenance, Yuko draws on her experience as product manager for FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber® solutions, making a compelling case for why the pathway can matter as much as the fiber inside it.</p><p>The longer your fiber infrastructure stays relevant, the greater the return on investment. Tune in to this conversation to learn more.</p><p>Fiber Focus is a Sumitomo Electric Lightwave podcast. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave">Subscribe</a>, share this episode, and follow Sumitomo Electric Lightwave on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-lightwave/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/SEL_FiberOptics">X</a>.</p><p><strong>Episode Links</strong></p><p>FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber®: <a href="https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/product-category/futureflex-air-blown-fiber-solutions/">https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/product-category/futureflex-air-blown-fiber-solutions/</a></p><p>Yuko on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuko-agano-504927106/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuko-agano-504927106</a></p><p>Meredyth on LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly">www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly</a></p><p><strong>Connect with Sumitomo Electric Lightwave</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/">https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave">https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave</a></p>
June 11, 2026
The Heat is On: What Network Operators Need to Know About Liquid Cooling
<p>Not every data center needs liquid cooling – yet. But as rack densities climb into the territory that AI and high-performance computing demand, the conversation is changing fast.</p><p> </p><p>Josh Seawell, Sumitomo Electric Lightwave's director of product management, returns to Fiber Focus to cut through the noise on one of the hottest topics in the industry. He shares the key threshold where liquid cooling needs to enter the decision-making process, why the hybrid model is where many facilities are headed, and what operators who haven't made the leap yet can start doing today to prepare. Tune in to this conversation to learn more.</p><p> </p><p>Fiber Focus is a Sumitomo Electric Lightwave podcast. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave">Subscribe</a>, share this episode,</p><p>and follow Sumitomo Electric Lightwave on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-lightwave/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/SEL_FiberOptics">X</a>.</p><p><strong>Episode Links</strong></p><p>Data Center Solutions: <a href="https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/market-application/data-center-network-solutions/">https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/market-application/data-center-network-solutions/</a></p><p>Josh on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-seawell-09770979">https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-seawell-09770979</a></p><p>Meredyth on LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly">www.linkedin.com/in/meredythneilly</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Connect with Sumitomo Electric Lightwave</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com/">https://sumitomoelectriclightwave.com</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave">https://www.youtube.com/@sumitomoelectriclightwave</a></p>
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