by Shane Henson — May 4, 2012—Legrand | Ortronics, a global specialist in products and systems for electrical installations and information networks, recently launched EZ Patch, an environmentally friendly product innovation for dispensing patch cords. The patent-pending patch cord management solution is designed to dispense cords quickly and easily, reducing installation time and waste, and improving staging area organization. There are no bags to open, tie wraps to undo, or straightening necessary, says the company.
The EZ Patch solution contains Ortronics Clarity 6 or 5E patch cords in a variety of standard lengths and colors. Clarity 6A patch cords will be available soon. All Clarity cords are factory tested to TIA/EIA 568C.2 component specifications for Category 6a, 6 and 5e, notes the company.
Facilities managers will likely give the patch cord management solution bonus points for being sustainably designed as well as stress-free. The EZ Patch uses an innovative clip to connect patch cords together, allowing cords to be distributed over an internal cardboard reel and fed through the front box opening. The corrugated cardboard box and internal dispensing reel are made from 100% recyclable materials, and the clip is made from 25% regrind plastic. Each of these components is fully recyclable after use, making the EZ Patch solution a contributor towards LEED certification.
Legrand | Ortronics continues its commitment to sustainable business practices as part of the company’s corporate strategy, setting an example of best practices for environmentally responsible corporate behavior. At Legrand | Ortronics, eco-friendly product designs take into account the total energy consumption, the impact on the carbon footprint, and the choice of materials used during production, says the company, whose comprehensive offering of solutions for use in commercial, industrial and residential markets makes it a benchmark for suppliers worldwide.
