Corning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in materials science. For more than 170 years, Corning has applied its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics, and optical physics along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people’s lives. Corning succeeds through sustained investment in RD&E, a unique combination of material and process innovation, and deep, trust-based relationships with customers who are global leaders in their industries. Corning’s businesses and markets are constantly evolving. Today, Corning’s products enable diverse industries such as consumer electronics, telecommunications, transportation, and life sciences.
They include:
• Damage-resistant cover glass for smartphones and tablets
• Precision glass for advanced displays
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions for high-speed communications networks
• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, manufacturing, and packaging
• Emissions-control products for cars, trucks, and off-road vehicles
Corning is a global leader in optical communications, trusted by service providers, utilities, and integrators building next-generation broadband networks. With decades of innovation in fiber optics, Corning delivers high-performance solutions that accelerate deployment, support long-term scalability, and reduce operational risk.
From ultra-low-loss optical fiber to high-density terminals, hardened connectors, and fully integrated drop solutions, Corning’s portfolio is built for the demands of today’s FTTx and OSP projects. Their components are engineered for durability, rapid installation, and minimal maintenance—helping crews meet aggressive build targets while controlling costs.
Corning’s extensive R&D, commitment to sustainability, and deep understanding of field realities make them a trusted choice for future-ready broadband infrastructure. Whether deploying in urban cores or rural communities, Corning’s proven technology and global support network empower faster rollouts, more reliable performance, and lower total cost of ownership.
Corning is a pioneer in optical fiber technology, offering industry-leading products designed for high bandwidth, low latency, and superior reliability. Key offerings include:
Single-Mode Fibers (SMF): Corning’s SMF-28® family, including SMF-28® Ultra and SMF-28® ULL, sets the industry standard for low attenuation, high bandwidth, and bend resistance, making them ideal for long-haul and metro networks.
ClearCurve®: These bend-insensitive multimode (OM3/OM4/OM5) and single-mode fibers enable flexible installations in tight spaces without compromising performance, perfect for data centers and FTTH deployments.
TXF® Optical Fiber: Designed for hyperscale data centers, TXF® offers ultra-low loss and high density, supporting 400G and beyond with superior reliability.
Corning manufactures a wide range of optical cables to suit diverse deployment environments, including:
RocketRibbon®: High-fiber-count, ultra-dense ribbon cables optimized for space-constrained environments like data centers and microduct installations.
FREEDM®: Flexible, lightweight, and easy-to-install cables with reduced diameter, ideal for faster, cost-effective deployments in aerial, duct, and direct-buried applications.
ALTOS®: Ruggedized, all-dielectric cables designed for harsh environments, including military, industrial, and outdoor OSP networks.
Corning’s connectivity portfolio ensures seamless, high-performance optical network terminations with:
EDGE™ Solutions: High-density fiber management systems that simplify deployments in data centers and enterprise networks while maximizing space efficiency.
FlexNAP® System: A pre-connectorized, plug-and-play FTTx solution that reduces installation time and labor costs for last-mile connectivity.
Evolv® Terminals with Pushlok™: Hardened terminals featuring tool-free Pushlok™ technology for rapid, secure drop cable connections in FTTH networks.
UniCam® Connectors: No-epoxy/no-polish, field-installable connectors that ensure fast, reliable terminations with low insertion loss.
Corning provides robust hardware to support fiber deployment and management, including:
Optical Distribution Frames (ODFs): Modular frames for efficient fiber management in central offices, data centers, and enterprise networks.
Fiber Panels & Racks: High-density panels and racks supporting easy patch cord management and scalability.
Splice Trays & Modules: Compact, organized solutions for protecting and managing fiber splices in OSP and indoor environments.
Ethernet Fiber Switches: High-performance switches enabling seamless integration of fiber into enterprise and industrial networks.
For demanding applications, Corning offers advanced specialty fibers, such as:
Vascade®: Ultra-low-loss submarine fibers designed for long-haul undersea cables, offering unmatched reliability for global connectivity.
Erbium-Doped Fibers (EDF): Critical for optical amplifiers in DWDM systems, enabling high-power, low-noise signal amplification.
Panda PM (Polarization-Maintaining) Fibers: Used in precision applications like fiber optic sensing, quantum communications, and coherent transmission systems.
