EuroWire January 2021

Corporate News

LLFlex acquires armouring tapes segment

new cable wrap production cell in North Carolina, LLFlex can now provide the widest range of coated and bare steel, copper and aluminium cable wraps and armouring solutions in the marketplace,” said Victor Dixon, CEO of LLFlex. “These unique assets and capabilities make LLFlex even more versatile with the technical leadership, expanded product range and global supply chain network to develop, produce and deliver new, innovative products for evolving industry needs.” Among innovations already underway at the new plant, LLFlex is initiating a touchless packaging process that eliminates edge damage due to manual handling, and is pioneering a slitting technology that results in flat edges for improved processing and weldability on cable lines. The facility houses high-speed equip- ment for custom laminating, coating, embossing and slitting, with module diversity, automation and robotics combining to shorten turnaround times and improve production efficiency, even for large orders and customised products. LLFlex has manufacturing operations in Kentucky and North Carolina, USA, with sales and supply chain offices in the USA, the UK and China, and markets its products through a network of global agents and partners. LLFlex, LLC www.llflex.com Web Industries www.webindustries.com safety, worker wellness and wellbeing. Workforce safety is paramount, and we consistently work towards the highest safety standards. These awards provide us with the checks and balances to make sure we are always striving for better for our business and our employees.” Metalube is part of the Bishopdale Group of industrial lubricants brands – Metalube, Molyslip and UOP. The company exports 95 per cent of its production to more than 90 countries worldwide. Metalube Ltd www.metalube.co.uk

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Packaging materials and industrial laminate solutions provider LLFlex has acquired the wire and cable metal armouring tapes segment of Web Industries, an international materials converter and contract manufacturer. The move includes the slitting and related assets for the production of coated and uncoated copper and aluminium cable wraps and armour tapes. The acquisition comes as LLFLex begins production at its new 73,500ft 2 fully integrated manufacturing facility in High Point, North Carolina, USA. The site will now integrate the acquired assets of the bare metal armouring tapes slitting division into its production infra- structure, in order to increase production capabilities and output.

LLFlex’s comprehensive portfolio includes bare and coated steel, aluminium and copper, in custom widths and lengths, with quick-ship capabilities. The company can also produce the industry’s largest diameter coils – an advantage that can increase yield and minimise changeovers and downtime for customers. For the wire and cable industry, the company’s line of cable armour, wraps and tapes includes mono and co-ex layered film formulations using proven, high-quality resins throughout the structure for consistent, reliable long-term performance. “With Web Industries bare copper and aluminium armour slitting and production assets integrated into the

Metalube awarded ISO 45001 Lubricant manufacturer Metalube has been granted the seal of approval, securing its latest international standard accreditation in occupational health and safety (OH&S) management systems ISO 45001.

This complements the company’s existing ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations, and was achieved due to greater OH&S performance, which involved integrating additional aspects of health and safety into the business, such as injury prevention, ill-health and worker wellness and wellbeing. Brown commented, “We’re extremely proud to have achieved these certifications. In times like these, it is important for us to be fully committed to health and Managing director Robert

▼ ▼ Metalube has gained accreditation for its health and safety systems

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