FOCIS 13 presents the intermateability standard for simplex and duplex connectors with the commercial designation shuttered optical fiber connector 1.25mm. It was issued as an addendum to Fiber Optic Connector Intermateability Standards, TIA/EIA 604.

American Access Technologies (www.aatk.com) recently announced that it has signed a letter of intent with Chatsworth Products Inc. (CPI--www.chatsworth.com). The letter outlines the basis for an agreement to cooperate on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of products. As part of the proposed transaction, CPI may acquire up to 9.9% of American Access outstanding stock at an agreed upon price. CPI has agreed to purchase $250,000 worth of restricted stock at $1.16 per share, through a private placement effective at the signing of the definitive agreement.