About us
With decades of experience, the close-knit team at TREND Networks (Formerly IDEAL Networks) understands the challenges that data cable installers, network technicians, and systems integrators face each day, around the world. That’s why we support our customers with an extensive range of innovative data cable and network testing equipment that provides fast, accurate results in all circumstances – even the most difficult ones.
Our deeply engrained ‘Depend On Us’ philosophy ensures that our customers know we will always provide the performance and support they need.
OUR BRANDS
TREND Networks is your accessible technology partner, helping you get the reliable data you need, easily and affordably. Their Products are Copper Data Cable Tester, Fibre Data Cable Tester
CCTV, Network, Industrial Datacom Tools.
COPPER DATA CABLE TESTER
FIBRE DATA CABLE TESTER
CCTV, NETWORK, INDUSTRIAL
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WA, MT, WY, UT, CO, NM, CA, NV
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What’s New
TREND Networks is your accessible technology partner, helping you get the reliable data you need, easily and affordably.
Some of the latest news can be found here.
TREND NETWORKS ACQUIRES FIBRE TEST EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER TERAHERTZ TECHNOLOGIES INC.
TREND Networks, leading manufacturer of dependable data cable, network, and CCTV testers, has announced the acquisition of US-based fibre optic and photonics test equipment company Terahertz Technologies Inc. (TTI).
“Businesses handling fibre optic cables can now Depend On Us for a wider range of equipment for testing fibre optic cabling,” says Paul Walsh, CEO for TREND Networks. “TTI has a fantastic team and some extremely talented engineers, so we are excited to work alongside them to expand our range of high-performing and cost-effective fibre testing products, as well as innovate new solutions.”
GET TO KNOW SIGNALTEK 10G WITH OUR FREE WEBINARS
LAN networks are at risk of expensive downtime and lost productivity due to the increased demands on bandwidth. That’s where SignalTEK 10G can really help you – dependably measuring the maximum bandwidth available for the network, identify bottlenecks and confirm if you can increase bandwidth by upgrading to Multigig switches.
Can you afford not to learn more about this new bandwidth tester?
To help you get to know SignalTEK 10G Ethernet Bandwidth tester and discover the different ways that it can help you, we’re running free webinars in April.
Introducing SignalTEK 10G – 19th April 2021
Register now – 14.00 – 14.30 (ENG)
Register now – 10.00 – 10.30 (FR)
DEPEND ON US” SAYS TREND NETWORKS, AS IDEAL NETWORKS REBRANDS TODAY
TREND Networks is the new name for the leading manufacturer of dependable data cable, network, and CCTV test equipment formerly known as IDEAL Networks. The rebrand also introduces the company’s new tagline: “Depend On Us”.
As of the 31st March 2021, the company and brand name has changed to TREND Networks, heralding the start of a new chapter for the business, which was acquired by the incumbent management team and CBPE Capital more than two years ago. ‘Depend On Us’ confirms the company’s new vision, mission, and goals separate from the IDEAL name.
Things You Need To Know About
LANTEK IV SERIES
THE FUTURE OF COPPER AND FIBER CABLE CERTIFICATION
- 7 second test time for Cat 6A
- Unique VisiLINQ™ permanent link adapters
- Certifies up to Cat 8 standards
- Measures TCL and Resistance Unbalance
- Pre-configuration eliminates setup errors
- Sapphire Care Plan minimizes costs
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Alternative to Cable Testing
In our research, we have found that typically 25% of data cabling installations are warranted by a cable manufacturer. While there is a definite need for a certifier on some jobs, for the other 75% of the jobs that cabling installers are undertaking, a different, less expensive tester can be used.
The SignalTEK CT is a cable transmission tester which simulates actual network traffic to prove and document network and data cable performance to Gigabit Ethernet standards. This also means for cabling installers any subsequent call backs requested by the client can be charged for.
Our SignalTEK NT model also includes network troubleshooting and supports copper and fiber cabling.
People you need to know
Paul Walsh
Chief Executive Officer
Paul joined TREND Networks in 2013 and is responsible for TREND Networks operations globally. Paul was previously with ITW for 15 years and was General Manager of ITW Industry offering market-leading brands in the construction industry.
Scott Paterson
Chief Financial Officer
Scott joined TREND Networks in 2016 and is responsible for the Global Finance, Operations, and IT functions. He is a CIMA qualified accountant, specializing in both commercial finance and business system processes. Scott joined Volution Group PLC and prior to that held senior finance posts at Guinness World Records and The Royal Opera House.
Tim Widdershoven
Marketing Director
Tim joined TREND Networks in 2014 and is responsible for Marketing Globally. Whilst with TREND Networks, Tim has helped increase brand awareness using a digital strategy and created a pipeline of new products based on customer research. Prior to TREND Networks Tim was with ITW for 15 years.
Katie Stocks
HR Director
Katie joined TREND Networks in 2019 and is responsible for Human Resources globally. With TREND Networks Katie has to lead the development of best practice HR capability and activities across the group to deliver, attract, motivate and retain key talent. Katie is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Prior to TREND Networks, Katie worked as a Consultant and Interim for 14 years working with businesses in the UK and Eastern Europe.
Peter Kent
Development Director
Peter joined Trend Communications in 1996 which was later acquired by IDEAL INDUSTRIES INC. He is now responsible for TREND Networks Product Development. Peter has 24 years’ experience in product development and software engineering.
Mike Grindele
Vice President of Sales in North America
Mike joined TREND Networks in 2020 and is responsible for Sales and Operations in North America. Residing in Dallas, Texas, Mike began his career in IT with EDS in the 1990’s, when LAN network testing was in it’s infancy. Prior to joining TREND Networks, Mike spent 19 years with Fluke Networks leading the Sales and Operations teams in North America.
Tim Widdershoven
Marketing Director
Tim joined TREND Networks in 2014 and is responsible for Marketing Globally. Whilst with TREND Networks, Tim has helped increase brand awareness using a digital strategy and created a pipeline of new products based on customer research. Prior to TREND Networks Tim was with ITW for 15 years.
Michael Luciano
Western Regional Sales Manager
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