From Truck to Fiber Blowing in Minutes

by Mats Jellback, Jetting AB | Aug 12 2026

Out in the countryside of southern Sweden, experienced fiber installer Peter Nordlund is preparing for another day of fiber installation. The job involves installing two sections of fiber in different directions along the network – the kind of field work where reliable equipment, a small crew and a straightforward setup can make a real difference.

For the job, Peter brings a cable reel with 0.24 in (6.0 mm) 96-fiber micro cable from Lightera, a Jetting V2 Fiber Blowing Machine and the accessories needed to complete the installation.

Everything needed for the job fits easily into the truck. With lightweight, portable equipment that is easy to carry and quick to set up, the complete Jetting system can be moved from the truck to the jobsite in minutes – and packed up just as quickly when it’s time to move on.

Two People. One Complete Fiber Installation.

One of the biggest advantages of fiber blowing becomes obvious when you look at the crew: there are only two people on site.

For the first installation, Peter’s colleague takes position at the receiving manhole while Peter prepares the V2 at the starting point. Peter operates the machine while his colleague receives the cable at the other end. It’s a simple, efficient setup that allows a two-person crew to handle the complete installation.

Compared with traditional cable installation methods, fiber blowing can significantly reduce the manpower required on the jobsite. For contractors, that can have a direct impact on productivity. A smaller crew means lower labor requirements, efficient installations and the ability to complete more work with the same resources – saving both time and money.

A Quick and Simple Setup

At the starting point, the equipment is unloaded from the truck and Peter sets up the V2, work table and cable reel. The lightweight equipment makes it easy to move everything into position, even when the installation point is some distance from the truck. Getting ready to blow fiber takes only a few minutes.

As part of the setup, Peter connects the JetLogger, an optional accessory that records important data throughout the installation, including installed distance, speed, duct temperature and other installation parameters. With the equipment in place and the compressor connected, there is just one thing left to do before the cable installation begins – prepare the duct.

Preparing the Duct

A successful installation starts with making sure the duct is ready.

Peter inserts a Cleaning Plug and adds Jetting Duct Lube before using compressed air to push the plug through the duct. This cleans and lubricates the route while also confirming that the duct is clear and ready for cable installation.

The person at the receiving end must always maintain a safe distance from the duct outlet, as the Cleaning Plug can exit at high speed. Once the plug reaches the other end, the duct is ready and it’s time to install the cable.

Ready to Blow Fiber

With the duct prepared, Peter loads the 6.0 mm micro cable into the V2 and starts the first installation. The first 165–330 ft are fed into the duct without compressed air. As the distance increases, compressed air is introduced to help the cable travel smoothly through the duct while the V2 continues to push it forward.

From there, the process is fast and straightforward. The cable moves through the duct toward the receiving manhole while the JetLogger records installation data along the way.

Two Installations. One Compact Setup.

The first installation covers an impressive 4,167 ft. Once the cable reaches the receiving manhole, the first section is complete, with the JetLogger providing recorded data from the installation.

But the job isn’t finished yet.

Peter and his colleague move on and repeat the process in the other direction, this time installing another 919 ft of fiber cable.

Same two-person crew. Same compact V2 setup. Another section completed.

Two people. Two installations. More than 5,085 ft of fiber cable. One compact setup.

Built for Work in the Field

This installation highlights what the Jetting V2 is built for – making fiber installation simple, efficient and flexible.

Compact and easy to transport, the V2 handles everything from micro cables to larger fiber cables. With a cable range of 0.09–0.63 in (2.4–16 mm), a duct range of 0.28–1.97 in (7–50 mm), speeds up to 656 ft/min and 124 lbf of pushing force, the V2 delivers serious performance in a compact package.

For contractors, that means one versatile machine for a wide range of fiber installation jobs – combined with portable equipment, fast setup and the ability to get the work done efficiently with a small crew.

For Peter and his colleague, both sections are complete. The equipment is packed back into the truck, and it’s on to the next job.