R&M buys Optimum Fiberoptics Inc.

Founded in 1997, Optimum employs approximately 100 people and manufactures and supplies fiber management products for the commercial, industrial and governmental military markets, with a strong presence in the Mid-Atlantic states. The new East Coast location will enable R&M, whose North American headquarters are in Silicon Valley, to more easily expand its products and services nationwide. In a media release, R&M stated that further North American investments will follow over the next two years. Optimum Co-Founder Jay Megan said, “Over the last 20 years, we have built excellent customer relationships through our in-depth expertise in fiber optic technology and our ability to react quickly on customer needs. We are proud to become part of R&M and are convinced that with the additional resources and technology we can take our business to the next level.” R&M is a privately held family business that 1000 people in more than 40 countries.