Tellabs Partners with AEC UPS at Data Center World 2026 to Unveil Next-Gen IT/OT Networking Solutions

Collaboration brings together critical infrastructure solutions to support reliable, always-on data center operations.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 11:34am

A highly detailed, glowing 3D illustration of a data center server rack with neon cyan and magenta lights illuminating the intricate hardware components, conceptually representing the critical infrastructure and digital connectivity powering modern data centers.Tellabs and AEC UPS showcase the convergence of network performance and reliable power continuity, essential elements for future-ready data center infrastructure.Carrollton Today

Tellabs announced its partnership with AEC UPS at Data Center World 2026, a leading global event for data center professionals and innovators. The companies will showcase how Tellabs' IT/OT Optical LAN enables faster, simpler data center builds through a more efficient, passive network architecture, while AEC UPS highlights the critical role of uninterrupted power.

Why it matters

Data centers are facing growing demands for cloud services, connected devices, and data-intensive applications, requiring reliable and scalable network infrastructure. By aligning network performance with dependable power continuity, Tellabs and AEC UPS aim to help organizations build future-ready data center environments.

The details

Tellabs is showcasing how its IT/OT Optical LAN can reduce space, energy, and operational complexity, lowering total cost of ownership. AEC UPS, with decades of experience supporting critical electrical infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives, will highlight its solutions designed to deliver long-term reliability and help organizations meet evolving sustainability goals.

  • The Data Center World 2026 event will take place from April 20 to April 23, 2026, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
  • Tellabs and AEC UPS will exhibit at Booth 1646 during the event.

The players

Tellabs

A company shaping the future of enterprise networking with high-performance solutions built for today and what comes next, powered by Passive Optical Networking technology.

AEC UPS

A company with decades of experience supporting critical electrical infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives worldwide, providing solutions designed to deliver long-term reliability and help organizations meet evolving sustainability goals.

Data Center World

A leading global event for data center professionals and innovators, featuring more than 120 conference sessions, over 200 speakers, and more than 450 exhibitors.

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What they’re saying

“There is a clear shift in how data centers are being designed and operated. Connectivity and power are no longer separate considerations. They work together to determine performance and reliability. Our partnership with AEC UPS reflects that shift and helps organizations build infrastructure that is ready for future demand.”

— Heidi Feltz, Director of Marketing at Tellabs

What’s next

Attendees visiting Booth 1646 will have the opportunity to learn how IT/OT Optical LAN and reliable backup power can improve uptime, increase efficiency, and support long-term infrastructure strategies.

The takeaway

By aligning network performance with dependable power continuity, Tellabs and AEC UPS are helping data center operators build future-ready infrastructure that can support the growing demands for cloud services, connected devices, and data-intensive applications.