As we build the fiber ring throughout Summit County, today our boring process took us to Akron. More specifically, we were boring at both Frank & Market (picture on right) and Portage Path (short video below). Again, boring is a process that places conduit and...

We're checking in today from Twin Oaks and West Market where we continue the boring process. Again, boring is a process that places conduit and fiber underground while minimizing digging. Boring offers significant environmental advantages over traditional cut and...

Today at West Market and Portage Path the crew started the process of boring. Boring is a process that places conduit and fiber underground while minimizing digging. Boring is also referred to as horizontal directional drilling (HDD), which is a minimal impact,...

Yesterday the crew began the necessary but not-so glamorous "pot holing" process. Pot holing is a process that looks for and identifies utility lines using vacuum excavation for visual confirmation of utilities and underground obstructions. A small, exploratory hole...

Work is beginning Tuesday, October 6 along West Market and Portage Path. More specifically, we will be boring conduit for the fiber ring under the sidewalk(s).

Today the team started work on the fiber ring project right here in Fairlawn on West Market St. Pictured, the team is rodding conduit, meaning they are ensuring that the conduit is free from obstruction and ready for more fiber! On the right is an image to give you a...

Today we're finalizing the details on the conduit and fiber, its path, and the construction schedule. This project will be completed by year's end with the construction being handled by local firm Thayer Power & Communication. The City of Akron, Summit County, and...

As we get this project started, we've secured a new van to help us with this project. It certainly isn't as fast as our Internet speeds... but it will get us to your home, business, and to Akron and the rest of Summit County just fine!