{"id":32591,"date":"2019-03-25T12:54:47","date_gmt":"2019-03-25T12:54:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trend-networks.com\/?page_id=32591"},"modified":"2025-08-15T12:43:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-15T11:43:33","slug":"about-trend-networks","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.trend-networks.com\/us\/about-trend-networks\/","title":{"rendered":"About TREND Networks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n
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Depend on us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019s 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 \u2013 even the most difficult ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our deeply engrained \u2018Depend On Us\u2019 philosophy ensures that our customers know we will always provide the performance and support they need. Read more about Our Promise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Headquartered in the UK, with international offices and an experienced global team, we manufacture and supply a range of industry leading and dependable test equipment that makes our customers\u2019 jobs simpler, including: cable certifiers, data cable testers, cable verifiers, cable qualifiers, fibre cable testers, active network testers, network transmission testers, PoE testers, CCTV testers, bandwidth testers, industrial ethernet testers, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through technical support, training, service, calibration, and advice, as well as resources to help educate users, our customers can be reassured that TREND Networks will help them to become ever-more productive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our vision<\/h2>\n

\u201cTo empower the connected world\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n

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Our Mission<\/h2>\n

\u201cWe strive to innovate the best test solutions for the connected world that people depend on; because they\u2019re effortless to use and always deliver accurate results\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n

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Trend Networks timeline<\/h2>\n\n\n
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1965<\/h3>

Foundation as Trend Communications and first product launch (9600b\/s modern tester for General Post Office)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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1970’s<\/h3>

Telex testers era<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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1980’s<\/h3>

PCM testers era<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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1990’s<\/h3>

E1, PDH \/ SDH (first handheld SDH testers in the market), xDSL, ISDN testers<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2000’s<\/h3>

10G SDH \/ Jitter, Triple play (IPTV, Voice and Data) testers<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2001<\/h3>

Acquisition of Acterna\u2019s LAN tester division (formerly known as WaveTEK)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2004<\/h3>

Trend Communications acquired<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2010<\/h3>

Merged datacom test businesses and rebranded as IDEAL Networks<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2011<\/h3>

LanXPLORER Pro advanced network troubleshooter launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2012<\/h3>

NaviTEK NT series of network troubleshooters launched
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2013<\/h3>

UniPRO MGig1 enterprise and WAN tester launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2014<\/h3>

VDV II series of wiremappers launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Dec 2015<\/h3>

LanTEK III & FiberTEK III cable certifier launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2016<\/h3>

Launch of AnyWARE app<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Jun 2017<\/h3>

Award Winning Test4Less offering launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Apr 2018<\/h3>

SecuriTEST IP CCTV tester launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Dec 2018<\/h3>

IDEAL Networks is acquired by CBPE Capital alongside the incumbant Management Team<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Mar 2019<\/h3>

Opened office New Jersey, USA with warehousing, Customer Service, Technical Support and Sales teams<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Jul 2019<\/h3>

LanTEK IV, FiberTEK IV and AnyWARE Cloud launched with the Patented VisiLINQ PL adapters<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Jan 2021<\/h3>

SignalTEK 10G Ethernet and bandwidth tester launched<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Mar 2021<\/h3>

Rebranded business to TREND Networks with the tagline, Depend On Us<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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May 2021<\/h3>

Terahertz Technologies Inc. acquired<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Jul 2021<\/h3>

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Launched Tone and Probe<\/p>\n

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JUL 2021<\/h3>

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Enhanced TREND Fiber range launched<\/p>\n

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MAR 2022<\/h3>

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Launched LanTEK IV-S \u2013 the fast Cloud Enabled Certifier in the world<\/p>\n

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NOV 2022<\/h3>

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Launched Cloud Connected PoE Pro<\/p>\n

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DEC 2022<\/h3>

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Launched AnyWARE Explorer \u2013 a pivotal software enhancement to the TREND AnyWARE Cloud<\/p>\n

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FEB 2023<\/h3>

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Relocated UK headquarters to High Wycombe. Secured a larger premises to support future growth and in-house warehouse facility<\/p>\n

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JUN 2023<\/h3>

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Launched Cloud Connected VDV II Series<\/p>\n

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AUG 2024<\/h3>

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Launched LanTEK IV-L (Lite) - A dependable and cost-effective solution for Copper certification<\/p>\n

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OCT 2024<\/h3>

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Launched FiberMASTER Fusion Splicer Series<\/p>\n

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Management Team<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Paul Walsh<\/h3>

Chief Executive Officer<\/h4>Paul joined TREND Networks in 2013 and is responsible for operations globally. Under his leadership, the company underwent a significant rebrand from its previous identity as IDEAL Networks to become TREND Networks, reflecting its commitment to evolving with the dynamic needs of the market. Paul is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions that meet the evolving demands of network professionals worldwide. His leadership continues to drive TREND Networks toward new heights, fostering a culture of innovation and customer-centricity.<\/span><\/div>
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Jean-Baptiste Rancon<\/h3>

Chief Financial Officer<\/h4>

Jean-Baptiste joined TREND Networks in May 2023 and is a highly experienced CFO. He is responsible for Global Finance and IT functions at TREND, joining us from Portals International, a UK manufacturing company with operations in the UK and Europe. Prior to Portals, Jean-Baptiste held senior roles at De La Rue, as well as at Morgan Stanley in London. Jean Baptiste has a Master\u2019s degree in Engineering from Ecole Centrale de Paris in France as well as a BFP qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Magali Dale<\/h3>

HR Director<\/h4>\n

Magali brings extensive international HR leadership, joining from WF Education Group where she led strategic HR initiatives, including a complex four-business merger, harmonising terms and conditions, and driving cultural alignment. She previously shaped global HR strategy at Ideal Industries, focusing on talent management and strategic change. Her proven ability to manage complex organisational change, enhance employee development, and align HR strategy with business objectives makes her an invaluable addition, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain the best talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mike Grindele<\/h3>

Vice President of Sales in North America<\/h4>

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\u2019s, when LAN network testing was in it\u2019s infancy. Prior to joining TREND Networks, Mike spent 19 years with Fluke Networks leading the Sales and Operations teams in North America.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Tim Widdershoven<\/h3>

International Sales Director<\/h4>

Tim joined TREND Networks in 2014 and was responsible for Marketing globally until September 2022 when he transitioned into the role of International Sales Director. Tim and his team cover a wide area and are responsible for sales in the UK, France, Europe (excluding the DACH region), Latin America, Australia and Asia. Prior to TREND Networks Tim was with ITW for 15 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Stefan Sch\u00f6fer<\/h3>

Sales Director DACH<\/h4>\n

Stefan joined TREND in 2007 and is responsible for Sales and Operations in the DACH region. His vast experience and industry knowledge is pivotal to driving success in the DACH market, growing market share exponentially during his time at TREND. Stefan supports product launches with valuable insight and ensure VOC is echoed within the NPD process. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Steve Slyne<\/h3>

Marketing Director<\/h4>\n

Steve joined TREND in 2015 as Market Manager, bringing a wealth of expertise in Voice of Customer (VOC) insights. Over the years, he has successfully delivered numerous projects worldwide, ensuring market needs and feedback were seamlessly integrated across multiple touchpoints. As his role evolved, Steve transitioned into Customer Experience and later became Marketing Director, where he now leads the teams driving TREND Networks\u2019 marketing and customer service efforts.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Peter Kent<\/h3>

Development Director<\/h4>

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\u2019 experience in product development and software engineering.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Grant Baker<\/h3>

Operations Director<\/h4>\n

Grant is a driven and accomplished Operations Director with over 35 years of experience in UK and offshore production. At TREND Networks, he oversees manufacturing, inventory, shipping, and after-sales servicing, ensuring seamless operations and customer satisfaction. With deep expertise in planning, procurement, purchasing, logistics, inventory management and manufacturing, Grant also specialises in New Product Introduction (NPI).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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OUR PROMISE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lifetime Support Promise<\/strong> \u2013 we\u2019ll calibrate and repair the testing equipment you buy from us for as long as you use it.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depend On Our Data<\/strong> – TREND AnyWARE Cloud is the only system for certification, network and bandwidth testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rapid Service<\/strong> – If we can\u2019t answer your Technical Support call instantly we strive to return the call within 2 business hours.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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