Multiple Dwelling Units
Expand Connectivity and Competition in Multi-Dwelling Units
The growth of Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs) remains strong, and owners and renters demand reliable connectivity to power their work, entertainment, learning, and more. MDUs made ready for fiber with pathways from Dura-Line can offer the limitless broadband capabilities that will bring tenants to you while keeping upgrades and maintenance organized and efficient.
FCC rules enacted in 2024 for carriers serving U.S. office buildings and apartments remain in place. By using MicroDuct permanent protective pathways over direct-installed cable, you can satisfy competition rules while expanding to meet future capacity needs.
For developers, landlords, and property managers, MicroTechnology offers:
- One-time installation of conduit, with spare pathways available when they’re needed
- No disruptions to your operations or residents
- End-to-end jetting for faster, easier, and cheaper installations
- Numerous carriers enabled, increasing transparency and competition
MicroTechnology for MDUs in Action
Space-efficient, fire-rated pathways enable end-to-end jetting and make moves, adds, and changes a breeze compared to direct installation.
HPH Partners, Chicago, IL
A historic Chicago building recognized the need for reliable fiber optic access as a means to differentiate their property and better attract and retain tenants. Installer HPH Partners designed a flexible and scalable MicroDuct-based system to air-jet fiber into Dura-Line FuturePath Riser 8.5/6mm products from a meet-me-room (MMR) hosting numerous carriers, increasing tenants’ available choices. The Dura-Line solution enabled same day installation to new broadband services, and average installation intervals for new services dropped to less than two.
Southern California MDU
Dura-Line worked with a leading real estate developer with a footprint of over 100 million square feet, mostly in Southern California. The company invested in technology to make its operations more efficient and sustainable, and provide its residents, customers, and guests with the best possible experience. This led the developer to adopt FuturePath from Dura-Line for broadband deployments across its portfolio, delivering the optimum combination of performance, longevity, and choice.
Simplified Upgrades Without Operational Disruption
In an indoor setting, Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs) are virtually inevitable. MicroTechnology enables one-time construction—spare pathways remain available until service is needed. This means no cutting into walls and ceilings, as breakout boxes can be used on each floor.
