TiniFiber®, a revolutionary manufacturer of a micro armored fiber optic cabling solution that exceeds the needs of the tightest congested airport pathways,  is the recipient of a 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Award from American Security Today for its Aviation/Micro Armored Fiber Optic solution.

Selected by a panel of expert judges as the GOLD Award Winner in the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award for Best Aviation System, the TiniFiber patented Micro Armor Fiber™ cable protects the fragile fiber optic glass inside from harsh environments and vermin attacks.

(Check out the TiniFiber® video comparing Micro Armor Fiber™ and Aluminum Interlocking Armor (AIA)! We are approximately 65% smaller and 75% lighter in weight! Courtesy of TiniFiber and YouTube.)

“We are honored that our Micro Armor Fiber™ cabling achievements have been recognized in the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program for advancements in our fiber optic platform for airport security,” said Chris Peterson, President of TiniFiber® said in response to the company’s win.

“Team TiniFiber is humbled that the AST expert panel recognized the game changing capabilities that our Micro Armor Fiber™ cable solutions bring to the Homeland Aviation Security sector.”

“Airports are sensitive and targets for terrorism, security breach, political agendas and where millions of people from around the globe trust for safety to take them to their destinations.”

“Security must be reliable, transparent and ensure the traveler of utter safety while at the airports.”

“Surveillance cameras must always be operational and downtime from fiber optic failure is not an option.”

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program highlighting the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, and is specifically designed to honor distinguished government and vendor solutions that deliver enhanced value, benefit and intelligence to end users in a variety of government, homeland security and public safety vertical markets.

“As the nation continues to respond to escalating threats from home and abroad, the innovative solutions being implemented to meet those threats, has led to tremendous growth in the field of Homeland Security,” said Michael Madsen, cofounder and publisher of American Security.

“Today, the United States is increasingly focusing on protecting IT/cyber security networks and they are calling on innovative companies like TiniFiber to help them do so.”

“Product nominations such as TiniFiber, were evaluated on their technical innovation, interoperability, specific impact within the category, overall impact to the industry, relatability to other industry technologies, and application feasibility outside of the industry,” according to Tammy Waitt, co-founder and editorial director of American Security Today.

TiniFiber® was selected for its ability to protect the fragile fiber optic glass within the cable jacket with a U.S. Patented Micro Armor Fiber™ cable which has a similar outer diameter (OD) of a standard fiber cable but 75% smaller and 65% lighter than the aluminum interlock armor (AIA).

For example, a typical AIA 12 strand armored cables can cause many challenges for airport installation and maintenance, including a minimal bend radius which when stressed, can crack the glass within the cable.

Additionally, AIA is heavy to handle, requires multiple technicians to roll out and requires large reels to ship to sites, which takes up mission critical space within the pathways.

12 Strand Fiber Optic Armor Competitive Analysis – Based on 1000 Feet:

TiniFiber® differs from other armored solutions because it is designed to offer the most extreme bend radius while taking up the least amount of space in pathways.

TiniFiber® micro armored fiber optic cabling can offer these benefits because it has the smallest outer diameter (OD) of other armored fiber optic solutions on the market today at almost the same OD of standard non-armored fiber optic cables.

TiniFiber® was originally designed to overcome the challenges of pathway reclamation by the company’s dedicated team of engineers and designers that developed the U.S patented and U.L. approved solution to meet the harshest conditions as well as crush, vermin and tamper resistant, through the smallest and tightest possible pathways.

The stainless-steel armor is machine coiled around the fiber optic strands to provide tremendous strength, ruggedness, and bendability for all practical projects and uses.

Additionally, Kevlar® strands are added to reinforce the strength.

Water block yarn is added for use in outdoor applications and finally, TiniFiber® Micro Armor Fiber™ patch cords are half the size and substantially stronger than conventional jumpers.

The TiniFiber® solution is engineered to provide the industry’s smallest outer diameter micro armor for ultimate satisfaction in meeting all aviation cabling project requirements.

The Micro Armor Fiber™ machinery ensures that the stainless-steel tubular design maintains maximum flexibility, strength and ruggedness to meet all project requirements, and the Micro Armor Fiber™ with Kevlar® available in one or more jacket layers, ensure maximum strength and durability.

“This award is a clear indication that Micro Armor Fiber™ helps enable security leaders to protect against the harshest environment and reclaiming pathways at the airports and for all their cabling projects,” added Barry Skolnick Vice President for TiniFiber.

To learn more about TiniFiber® solutions for our Micro Armor Fiber™, please visit www.tinifiber.com.

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is specifically designed to honor distinguished government and vendor solutions that deliver enhanced value, benefit and intelligence to end users in a variety of government, homeland security and public safety vertical markets.

Over 130 distinguished guests representing National, State and Local Governments, and Industry Leading Corporate Firms, gathered from across North America, Europe and the Middle East to be honored among their peers in their respective fields which included:

• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Federal Protective Service (FPS)
• Argonne National Laboratory
• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Department of Justice
• The Security Exchange Commission Office of Personnel Management
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• Viasat, Hanwha Techwin, Lenel, Konica Minolta Business Solutions, Verint, Canon U.S.A., BriefCam, Pivot3, Milestone Systems, Allied Universal, Ameristar Perimeter Security and More!

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program highlighting the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, to ensure our readers have the information they need to stay ahead of the competition, and keep our Nation safe – one facility, street, and city at a time.

The 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program is Proudly Sponsored by ATI Systems, Attivo Networks, Automatic Systems, and Desktop Alert.

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland SecurityAwards at https://americansecuritytoday.com/ast-awards/.

Comprehensive List of Categories Include:

Access Control/ Identification	Personal/Protective Equipment	Law Enforcement Counter Terrorism
Perimeter Barrier/ Deterrent System	Interagency Interdiction Operation	Cloud Computing/Storage Solution
Facial/IRIS Recognition	Body Worn Video Product	Cyber Security
Video Surveillance/VMS	Mobile Technology	Anti-Malware
Audio Analytics	Disaster Preparedness	ID Management
Thermal/Infrared Camera	Mass Notification System	Fire & Safety
Metal/Weapon Detection	Rescue Operations	Critical Infrastructure
License Plate Recognition	Detection Products	And Many Others!

Don’t see a Direct Hit for your Product, Agency or Organization?

Submit your category recommendation for consideration to Michael Madsen, AST Publisher at: mmadsen@americansecuritytoday.com.

2018 Champions Edition

See the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Champions Edition – ‘Best Products of 2018 ‘ Year in Review’ for in-depth coverage of the outstanding products and services of firms receiving American Security Today’s 2018‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards.’

Enter Early to Maximize Media Coverage of your Products and Services at Kickoff, and Get the Recognition Your Organization Deserves!

And be sure to Register Early for the 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Awards Presentation Luncheon at ISC East 2019 to ensure your place at this limited- space event!

Why the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program?

American Security Today’s comprehensive Annual Homeland Security Awards Program is organized to recognize the most distinguished vendors of physical, IT, port security, law enforcement, and first responders, in acknowledgment of their outstanding efforts to ‘Keep our Nation Secure, One City at a Time.’

Why American Security Today?

American Security Today is uniquely focused on the broader Homeland Security & Public Safety marketplace with over 70,000 readers at the Federal, State and local levels of government as well as firms allied to government.

The old traditional security marketplace has been covered by a host of security publications that have changed little over many years.

American Security Today brings forward a fresh compelling look and read with our customized digital publications that provides our readers with solutions to their challenges.

Our Editorial staff provides a full plate of topics for our AST monthly digital editions, AST Website and AST Daily News Alerts.

The editorial calendar and AST’s high drawing website features 23 different Technology and Marketing Sectors such as Access Control, Perimeter Protection, Video Surveillance/Analytics, Airport Security, Border Security, CBRNE Detection, Border Security, Ports, Cybersecurity, Networking Security, Encryption, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Campus Security, Security Services, Corporate Facilities and Emergency Response among others.

These sectors are part of the new integration, where these major applications communicate with one another in a variety of solutions to protect our cities and critical infrastructure.

AST has Expanded readership into vital Critical Infrastructure audiences such as Protection of Nuclear Facilities, Water Plants & Dams, Bridges & Tunnels, and other Potential targets of terrorism.

Other areas of concern include Transportation Hubs, Public Assemblies, Government Facilities, Sporting & Concert Stadiums, our Nation’s Schools & Universities, and Commercial Business Destinations – enticing targets for extremist or lone wolf attacks due to the large number of persons and resources clustered together.

To Learn More, call Joe Calisto at TiniFiber Sales for further details at 631-756-2626 or by email at sales@tinibfiber.com.