EuroWire March 2024
Technology News
An invitation to test new lines Rosendahl Nextrom has equipped its in-house technology centre with two new laboratory lines for LAN cable and fibre optical cable production. Customers and partners are invited to test this modern infrastructure.
The loose tube line marks an advancement in fibre optical cable manufacturing, and is equipped with features aimed at enhancing quality and productivity, while at the same time reducing scrap. With a compact design, the line achieves speeds of up to 1,200m/ min. Visitors can experience first hand the improved performance of an enhanced fibre cutter, optimised jelly filling, and a cable drying system for high speeds. The high-speed insulation line for Category 8 LAN cables features
The technology centre, located at the company’s headquarters in Austria, has been exclusively dedicated to datacom. The centre serves as a hub for research, development and testing of new features and software. The two new lines – one for loose tube production and the other for Cat 8 wire insulation – have been installed and are now available for test runs and trials. The group of four extruders, a crosshead with hydraulic controlled bypass, and Rosendahl’s high-precision gas dosing system
The new loose tube line features a revamped fibre cutter for scrap reduction and simplified handling
a group of four extruders with high-precision gas dosing. Highlights include the cooling section and the automatic take up station, engineered to handle speeds of up to 2,500m/min. “We are excited to advance our research and development with these new laboratory lines and extend our infrastructure to our customers and partners,” said business unit director Johann Jäkel. “The trials on the lab equipment will help improve product quality and increase operational efficiency. It’s a win win situation for everyone involved and further strengthens the strategic partnership with our customers.”
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