Efficient Quality Control at the End of the CV Line
Ningbo Orient uses X-RAY 8700 NXT from SIKORA AG, Bremen, Germany, ion order to ensure accurate cold measuring values in
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Tech Briefs
Generic Custom Test Interface Fixture
by Cami Research Inc. CAMI Research Inc., Acton, MA, USA, maker of the CableEye® automation-ready cable and harness test system,
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Dosing Unit with Automatic Cleaning
Woywod Kunststoffmaschinen GmbH & Co., Gräfelfing, Germany, reports that it now equips the PLASICOLOR (PC) 1500 series dosing device with
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New Halogen-Free Flame-Retardant Wire and Cable Jacketing Compounds
UL has recognized four new Halguard ® low-smoke, flame-retardant jacketing compounds as “halogen-free”, it was recently announced by Teknor \Apex Company, Pawtucket, RI, USA. The compounds include new-generation EVA-based products with an enhanced balance of properties, and highly flexible TPE-based products that exhibit excellent oil and sunlight resistance.
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A Breakthrough Solution for Wire, Cable & Tube Surface Defect Detection
The SQM offers high-resolution and real-time surface defect detection with200,000 images per second. Detectable surface defects include scratches, die marks or defects like impurities, bubbles or particles on the insulation. These defects are then displayed on PC software for customer analysis and characterization.
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Production of Micromasterbatches to Improve Dilution Process in the PVC & Cable Industry
The micromasterbatch is a type of masterbatch with a reduced pellet size, applicable in both PVC and polyolefins, which provides better control and optimal color homogeneity. A key bet in the sector in order to make cable manufacturing cheaper, speed up production, gain efficiency and guarantee the highest possible quality. And the fact is that the reduced size of the Delta Tecnic masterbatch ensures a faster dilution, as it melts and incorporates the compound earlier
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Why You Should Automate Your Cable Packaging Process
by Olga Berlinberg, Windak OÜ Windak’s automated cable packaging equipment provides increased productivity through automation, saves on cable packaging costs,
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Stay Smart with Smart Monitoring
Data gathering and data monitoring is a clear trend in the process industry—the way to truly know what is happening in the line in real time
with all the background data stored for future use. Smart Monitoring gives you many benefits and a leading edge with your end customers.
Sustainable Water-Blocking Gel for Fiber Optics Wire & Cable
Craig Shell, who is Senior Account/ Product Manager–UNIGEL/UNITAPE, for M. Holland Company,Northbrook, IL, USA, reports that M. Holland Company, a
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Turnkey Extrusion System Helps in Meeting Quality Targets for Tracer Wire
Copperhead Industries, Inc., Monticello, MN, USA, has partnered with Graham EngineeringCorporation to install a complete new American Kuhne extrusion line
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Hybrid Cable for Rail Vehicles
Dede Bülbül, Chief Technology Officer with Hradil Spezialkabel GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen,Germany, reports, “The new High- Endurance cable manufactured by Hradil permits
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How to Spool Braiding Spools With High Quality & Efficiency
Maschinenfabrik Niehoff GmbH & Co. KG, which is headquartered in Schwabach, Germany developsand builds machines that are used for the
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Fillers, Ripcords, Binders & Fiberglass Strength Elements
Founded in 1860 in Germany, the company Max Süss GmbH & Co. KG is looking back on 160 yearsof company
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New Rim Drive Shaftless Take-Up
Don Moreau, SVP Sales & Marketing for Reel Power Industrial, Oklahoma City, OK, USA, says asdemand for copper wire and
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