STOCKHOLM and NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Ericsson Network Technologies, AB., Stockholm, Sweden has officially appointed 3SAE Technologies, Inc., Nashville, TN as their authorized distributor in North America. In addition, 3SAE will be responsible for developing and supporting a new network of distribution channels for the U.S, Canada and Mexico. Ericsson Network Technologies is the world’s leading manufacturer of fiber optic fusion splicing solutions including the New FSU 15 field fusion splicer that includes the fastest on board heat shrink oven in the industry. Ericsson’s high strength factory fusion splicer kits include fiber holders, thermo-mechanical strippers, ultrasonic cleaners, fiber recoaters and high precision fiber cleavers. Ericsson fusion splicers use the patented Warm Splice Image Processing technique which gives extremely accurate splice loss estimation. 3SAE Technologies, Inc. will provide certified service, support, training, fiber splice optimizations, spare parts and accessories for Ericsson’s complete product line in the U.S, Canada and Mexico. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Ericsson. Our “no touch” automated fiber stripping technique combined with Ericsson’s proven splicing technologies will raise the bar of quality, strength and yield in world’s photonics factories , says Steven A. Valle, 3SAE Technologies, Inc.LM Ericsson 3SAE Technologies Inc.