Clearfield and WAV form distribution alliance for fiber, power, and wireless network infrastructure
Type: Partnership · Technology: Telecom · Country: United States, Canada · Announced: 2026-09-02
Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD) announced a distribution alliance with WAV to expand access to Clearfield's fiber, power, and wireless network infrastructure solutions across the US and Canada. The partnership targets Clearfield's wireless market expansion, focusing on products like the FieldSmart® FiberFlex 1700 active cabinet and TetherSmart™ Multi-Fiber Terminal. WAV, a full-service distributor serving wireless service providers and WISPs, will provide inventory, logistics, and technical guidance to Clearfield's customers. The alliance aims to simplify complex wireless network deployments by leveraging WAV's established customer relationships and wireless market expertise. Clearfield projects the US metro core, wireless backhaul, and small cell markets to total $78 billion by 2030, with fiber and power infrastructure playing a critical role in network densification.
Counterparties
- Clearfield, Inc (Supplier)
- WAV (Distributor)
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