Telecommunications contractor expands service offerings to optimize construction of fiber networks

HUNTSVILLE, AL – (May 1, 2024)– Velox, LLC today announced the launch of Velox Professional Services, a new division of the company dedicated to in-depth design and engineering services. As the telecommunications industry advances and the demand for turnkey service increases, Velox is meeting the need for broader engineering capabilities to better serve customers.

Velox Professional Services is formalizing the engineering process at Velox and moving engineering services completely in-house, allowing for a seamlessly integrated transition from planning to completion of each fiber network. Led by Chris Helms, President of Velox Professional Services, the company now offers as-built services, consulting, data analysis, make-ready assessment and more.

“While others may provide similar solutions, very few can offer a full turnkey solution that resides under one roof,” says Helms. “Our integrated teams can carry projects from start to finish, incorporating The Velox Way into every aspect of network planning, engineering, construction and closeout processes.”

The Velox team understands how to collaborate, utilizing the latest technology in engineering design systems to fully integrate information into realistic construction plans. Engineering plans are optimized through real-world experience, enabling Velox Professional Services to maximize efficiency and better utilize construction resources. The team brings expertise from more than just the engineering sector, with backgrounds in network ownership, GIS network management and network maintenance. Seeing different sides of the telecom industry equips each team member to bring a fresh perspective to projects.

Already established as a reliable, professional construction and program management contractor, these additional engineering services will enable Velox to bring long-lasting networks more efficiently than ever.

“We live in the real world every day,” says Tom Counts, CEO of Velox. “We know what’s easy and we know what’s difficult, so we’ll apply our practical knowledge and training to each project to find the best path. At the end of the day, it’s going to give our customers peace of mind.”

President of Velox Professional Services– Chris Helms brings over 15 years in the telecommunications industry, specializing in process and workflow optimization and end-to-end program management. Fromoverseeing planning, design and engineering of multiple city-wide FTTH deployments to leading customers through thousands of as-built postings and project close-out documents, Helms has gained insight on delivering quality solutions to partners and customers alike.

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