MACO Electrics – Griffith University Village 

Fibre Optic Upgrade for Student Network Infrastructure 

MACO Electrics, a leading electrical contracting company based in South East Queensland, engaged Total Fibre & Data (TFD) to support a critical network upgrade at Griffith University Village in Southport. The brief involved installing a new single-mode fibre optic cabling system between various buildings within the campus to enhance the university’s MATV and Wi-Fi network infrastructure. 

This upgrade formed part of the first stage of a wider redevelopment strategy to prepare the site for a new 10-storey student accommodation building. The work had to be delivered within a tight timeframe to coordinate with Superloop, the campus telco carrier, and to minimise disruption for current residents. 

How TFD Supported MACO Electrics 

While MACO Electrics has deep expertise in industrial and commercial electrical installations, they lacked the specialist in-house capability to handle fibre optic installation, termination, and testing—particularly for a high-stakes environment like a live university campus. 

TFD was brought on board as a certified fibre optic contractor to deliver end-to-end services, enabling MACO to expand their offering and access a market segment they otherwise could not service. By partnering with us, they were able to integrate fibre infrastructure into their scope of works and provide added value to their client without the need to invest in tools, training, or certification themselves. 

This collaborative delivery model demonstrates how TFD supports electrical contractors and builders in expanding their services without compromising on quality or compliance. 

What We Delivered 

Our team provided all the expertise, equipment, and materials required to execute the fibre optic component of the project, including: 

• Fibre optic single-mode cable 
• Pigtails and through connectors 
• Fobots (Fibre Optic Breakout Trays) 
• Commscope-certified components 
• Labeling of all cables and equipment 
• Splicing tools and testing equipment 
• Labour for splicing, testing, and documentation 

As Commscope-certified fibre installers, we ensured that every aspect of the project met industry standards for performance and reliability—backed by long-term product warranties. 

Scope of Work and Technical Delivery 

The project required our team to: 

• Splice 264 fibre cores installed by MACO Electrics 
• Supply and install all necessary Commscope fibre components 
• Test and certify each core to Commscope’s performance standards 
• Label all cables and fibre-related hardware to support easy maintenance 
• Provide full handover documentation, including test results and as-built data 

Given the live environment of the university campus, all work was completed with minimal disruption to students and in full coordination with Superloop’s carrier activities. 

Results: A Seamless Project with Strategic Value 

The fibre optic upgrade was delivered on time and fully certified, clearing the way for the next stage of site development. The project marked a significant enhancement of the campus’s telecommunications infrastructure, supporting faster, more reliable Wi-Fi and media services across multiple buildings. 

Importantly, this project also highlighted the strategic value of TFD’s partner support model. By working with MACO Electrics, we enabled their team to confidently offer and deliver complex fibre works—supported by our experience, certification, and tools. 

Why Partner with Total Fibre & Data? 

At Total Fibre & Data, we specialise in commercial fibre optic projects, supporting contractors, IT managers, and builders across Queensland and beyond. Whether it’s fibre splicing, network testing, or full-scale fibre optic installation, we provide the tools, labour, and certification you need to deliver without compromise. 

Need a fibre specialist to support your next project? Contact Total Fibre & Data to discuss how we can partner with your team.