EU Engineering — Powering Africa’s AI & Data Center Evolution

High-Speed Interconnect for AI Factories & Next-Gen Data Centers

SMB AI-Systems & High-Speed Interconnect delivers 400G/800G optical modules, QSFP-DD/OSFP transceivers, liquid-cooled switches, AOC, DAC, and MPO cabling. We empower AI servers, data center interconnect (DCI), and scalable infrastructure across Europe and Africa.

7+ Global R&D Hubs
180+ High-Speed Product Lines
45+ Countries Served
99.94% Reliability Uptime

Core Technology Stacks

Data center interconnect, AI server fabrics, 400G/800G optics, liquid cooling, precision connectivity, power management, and fiber distribution

400G/800G Optical Transceivers

QSFP-DD, OSFP, and LPO modules for AI clusters and data center interconnect (DCI). Designed for low latency and high bandwidth density.

  • 400G SR8 / DR4 / FR4
  • 800G 2xFR4 / 8x100G
  • Co-packaged optics ready
  • Low power <14W per 800G
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AOC & DAC Cables

Active Optical Cables (AOC) and Direct Attach Copper (DAC) for rack-to-rack and switch-to-server connections. Reliable 100G to 800G copper/fiber links.

  • 800G OSFP AOC
  • 400G QSFP-DD DAC
  • Breakout cables (8x100G)
  • Active optical MPO trunks
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AI Servers & Liquid-Cooled Switches

High-density GPU clusters with direct liquid cooling (DLC) and immersion-ready switches. Ideal for AI training and HPC workloads.

  • 51.2T switch silicon
  • Cold plate & immersion cooling
  • NVIDIA/AMD compatible
  • Energy-efficient PUE < 1.1
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Data Center Racks & Cold Aisle

Seismic-rated server racks, intelligent PDUs, and hot/cold aisle containment for colocation and enterprise data centers.

  • 600mm-1200mm deep racks
  • Smart PDU & power monitoring
  • Cold aisle containment
  • Micro-modular edge DC
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Optical Network Switches & MPO Cabling

High-density MPO/MTP trunks, cassettes, and optical network switches for spine-leaf architectures and DCI.

  • MPO-12/MPO-24 trunks
  • Base-8 / Base-12 cassettes
  • 400G/800G parallel optics
  • Optical cross-connect systems
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Precision Connectors & Adapters

SC, LC, FC, ST adapters, UPC/APC polished, ceramic ferrule assemblies, and hybrid adapters for fiber patching.

  • SC / LC / FC / ST Adapters
  • UPC & APC Connectors
  • Ceramic Ferrule Technology
  • Hybrid Fiber Optic Adapters
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Test Instruments & Tools

Optical power meters, OTDR, MPO testers, BERT, and fiber inspection probes for data center certification.

  • OTDR & Fault Locators
  • Optical Multimeters
  • MPO/Loopback testers
  • BERT & Protocol Analyzers
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Smart PDU & Power Management

Intelligent power distribution units with remote monitoring, outlet-level control, and environmental sensors for data center efficiency.

  • Switched & metered PDUs
  • High-density C13/C19 outlets
  • Power & temperature monitoring
  • Integration with DCIM
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Fiber Distribution & ODF

Optical distribution frames, splice enclosures, termination panels, and high-density fiber management systems for central offices and data centers.

  • ODF with SC/LC/MPO ports
  • Fusion splice trays & pigtails
  • Wall-mount & rack-mount types
  • Pre-terminated cassette systems
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Deployment Scenarios

From 400G spine-leaf fabrics to liquid-cooled AI clusters — SMB delivers turnkey high-speed infrastructure

AI Data Center Interconnect (DCI)

400G/800G QSFP-DD and OSFP optical modules with MPO trunks and AOC cables linking GPU clusters across floors.

GPU Fabric Lossless RoCE Low Latency

Liquid-Cooled AI Servers

Deploy direct liquid cooling (DLC) for NVIDIA HGX systems; liquid-cooled switches reduce PUE under 1.1.

Immersion Cooling Cold Plate High TDP GPUs

Hyperscale Data Center Racks

Customized server racks, cold aisle containment, and intelligent PDU with DCIM integration.

Seismic Racks High Density 50kW/rack Hot/Cold Aisle

Optical Network & MPO Cabling

MPO-24 backbone to 12xLC breakout, 400G SR8 connectivity for leaf-spine architectures.

MPO/MTP trunks Base-8/Base-12 400G ready

Carrier-Neutral Edge Fabric

Compact ODF with SC/LC adapters and 100G/400G transceivers for IXP meet-me rooms.

Edge Data Center Fiber Cross-connect Low Latency Peering

Ruggedized Industrial Interconnect

Hardened SC/LC adapters and armored AOC cables for factory and mining automation.

Industrial Ethernet IP67 Connectors Extreme Temperature
SMB high-speed interconnect R&D and assembly facility

About SMB AI-Systems & High-Speed Interconnect

European Engineering — African Assembly & Support

SMB (AI-Systems & High-Speed Interconnect) is a next-gen technology leader focused on data center interconnect, AI fabrics, and high-performance optical/copper cabling. We deliver 400G/800G transceivers, liquid-cooled switches, AOC/DAC assemblies, and precision connector solutions (SC, LC, MPO) to telecom operators, cloud providers, and industrial clients.

With our main R&D center in Lyon, France, and a new assembly hub in Cape Town, South Africa, we combine EU quality standards with agile local manufacturing. Every component — from MPO trunks to 800G OSFP modules — is certified for carrier-grade reliability.

ISO9001:2024 & TL9000
RoHS/REACH/CE Compliant
UL / ETL / OCP Ready
Member: Open Compute Project

Industry Insights

Trends in high-speed interconnect, AI data centers, 800G optics, and liquid cooling innovations

2025 Sep 24

How to unplug the fiber optic patch cord from the optical module

To remove the cable, follow these steps: Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use. Small Form-factor Pluggable modules (SFP module) are the workhorses of modern network connectivity, enabling flexible fiber optic or copper links between switches, routers, firewalls, a

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2025 Sep 15

8-core optical fiber separator exported from Brazil

The equipment is used as a termination point for the feeder cable to connect with the drop cable in the FTTx communication network system. The fiber splicing, splitting, and distribution can be done in this box, and meanwhile, it provides solid protection and management for the FTTx. Why Volza is Be

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2025 Jul 04

Where does the main optical fiber cable come from

The primary component of fiber optic cables is highly purified silica (silicon dioxide - SiO2), which forms the glass core that transmits light signals. Silica is derived from naturally occurring quartz sand deposits found in regions such as the United States, Brazil, and Australia. Fiber optic cabl

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2025 Jun 25

The function of optical fiber splitters in communication cables

Fiber optic splitters are essential devices used in communication networks to divide optical signals into multiple paths. They play a crucial role in efficiently distributing information to multiple recipients, enabling simultaneous transmission without compromising signal quality or. These unassumi

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2025 Feb 04

How much does one meter of national optical fiber cable cost

Typical project ranges for fiber optic cable per meter span from a low of roughly $0. 00, depending on type, protection, and installation needs. The main price drivers include cable grade, jacket material, pull tension, connectorization, and any required conduit or protection. Commercial building in

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2025 Feb 01

Length between stations of long-distance optical fiber cables

Fiber optic cable can be run anywhere from 300 meters up to 80 kilometers (roughly 50 miles) depending on the cable type, transceiver used, and network standard. Understanding the distance fiber optic cable can travel is crucial for making informed infrastructure decisions that will serve your busin

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2025 Feb 01

What fiber optic cable should be plugged into the optical module

Most SFP fiber optic modules use LC connectors, while SC connectors are mainly found in legacy networks and MPO/MTP connectors are used for high-density cabling rather than directly on standard SFP modules. In high-speed data networks, the seamless integration of fiber optic cables with SFP (Small F

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Design Your Next-Gen AI Fabric & Data Center Interconnect

Whether you need 400G/800G optical modules, MPO trunks, liquid-cooled switches, or custom rack integration — our engineering team provides end-to-end design, sourcing, and on-site support across Europe and Africa.

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