Why Ripley Tools
Founded in 1936, Ripley’s focus has always been to make the job of today’s linemen, telecommunications, utility and electrical workers safer, faster and more efficient.
Safe to Use
Technicians equipped with Ripley tools reduce risk of injury from blades and repetitive strain vs knives.
Easy to Learn
Ripley tools’ intuitive designs enable young or inexperienced technicians to quickly and accurately prepare cable.
Cost Effective
Properly prepared cable is more uniform, minimizing maintenance costs from return visits to address outages.
SEGMENTS
Electric Utility
- MV Underground
- Overhead
- High Voltage
- Solar / PV
- Service Entrance
- Building wire / Low Voltage
- Mining
- Airport Lighting
Fiber Optic Testing
- Data Centers
- Cellular Towers
- RF Towers
- Fiber to the Node (FTTn)
Fiber Optic Prep
- Data Centers
- Cellular Towers
- RF Towers
- Fiber to the Node (FTTn)
- Residential
Coaxial
- RF Towers
- Broadband CATV
- Computer Networks
New Products
Latest News
Latest stories from the Ripley Tools global teams
The Simple Reason Bob Aletta Stayed at Ripley 50 Years
The Quality of Work: A Conversation with Machinist Bob Aletta After 50 Years at Ripley Tools “I didn’t mind it, so I stayed.” – Bob Aletta, Veteran Machinist, Ripley Tools When asked how he stayed with Ripley Tools for 50 years, Bob Aletta’s answer was surprisingly Read More
MB15-7100 FOJST: Expanding the MB15 Line for Deployed Fiber & MDU Reality
When Fiber Deployment Changes, Tool Lines Must Expand The Thinking Behind MB15-7100 FOJST Modern fiber deployments demand consistent, efficient, and reliable cable preparation. As cable designs evolve and network buildouts scale, tools must keep pace – supporting how work is performed in the field without introducing friction or risk. Read More
Holiday Picks: A Fiber Engineer’s Wishlist
The holiday season is here – a time for celebration, reflection, and the annual challenge of finding the perfect gifts for the people who matter most. If a fiber engineer is on your list, you may be wondering what they’d truly appreciate. Whether they work out in the field or Read More
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