---
publication_id: "OT-2026-000000785"
title: "Multi-function system for handling fiber optic cable reels at an installation site and method of using same"
published_at: "2026-09-15T19:03:23.560483Z"
canonical_url: "https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000000785"
categories:
  - "material-handling/package-handling"
keywords:
  - "b65h49/24"
  - "b65h2701/32"
  - "g02b6/4457"
---

# Multi-function system for handling fiber optic cable reels at an installation site and method of using same

## Abstract

A multi-function handling system for use with a fiber optic cable reel at an installation site includes a base body and a roller assembly connected to the base body to support the fiber optic cable reel of the base body. The base body includes a connection interface for engaging with pallet handling equipment to move the handling system around the installation site. The roller assembly includes a plurality of rollers configured to allow the fiber optic cable reel to rotate relative to the base body to payoff a length of fiber optic cable on the fiber optic cable reel for installation at the installation site. A method of handling a fiber optic cable reel at an installation site is also disclosed.