EuroWire November 2023

Focus on Turkey

Plastic compounds Deka Plastik, a manufacturer of plastic compounds, was founded in 1987 by Cihat Kara.

customers across various industries. With a comprehensive product portfolio, the company ensures that it can provide tailored solutions to meet specific requirements. Deka Plastik operates from a production facility that spans 3,500m 2 and houses three production lines, with an annual HFFR compound production capacity of 12,000 tons. This production capacity is set to expand to 20,000 tons in 2023 with the installation of a new production line, enabling Deka Plastik to meet growing customer demand. The new production line will also diversify the product portfolio. In addition to existing products, the company will manufacture thermoset products, further expanding its range. The company places importance on research and development, constantly

aiming to innovate and improve its product offerings. It collaborates with numerous business partners to undertake R&D and product development projects. This collaboration allows Deka Plastik to develop special solutions and customised compounds, catering to the unique requirements of its customers. Deka Plastik’s advanced production lines are integrated with fully automated dosing systems that enhance efficiency and accuracy, allowing the company to deliver consistent product quality. The dosing systems ensure precise measurement of raw materials. Deka Plastik Sanayi Ürünleri AŞ http://dekaplastik.com.tr

The company initially focused on producing PVC and TPE compounds, but in 2007 expanded its product range and began manufacturing HFFR compounds, making it the first of its kind in Turkey. With an emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction, Deka Plastik supplies sectors such as energy, com- munications and instrumentation. Its diverse range of HFFR compounds caters to a wide array of applications, including energy, communications, ship and offshore cables, petrochemicals, fibre optics, low-current cables and white goods. This versatility reflects a commitment to meeting the evolving needs of

Wire processing and welding consumables equipment Ara Makina Ltd was established in 1997 to manufacture and sell machinery and equipment used in wire processing and in the cable and welding consumables production industry. The company also provides technical know-how and engineering support to establish new plants and to improve the efficiency of existing production lines. It has been active in the wire manufacturing industry in conformity with European standards for more than 20 years, and currently exports various machines and spare parts to the USA, Greece, Czech Republic, Poland, Ukraine, Tunisia, Algeria, Demirci Makina Co’s most popular product is the model ADF 3 double spiral, fully automatic chain link fence machine. The ADF 3 is produced in two classes (Classic and High Speed) and four sizes (2, 3, 4 or 6m). It is available in 80cm to 205cm, 305cm, 405cm or 605cm heights, for wire diameters from 1.5 to 3.1mm for galvanised wire; from 1.5/3.1mm to 3.1/4.1mm for PVC-coated wire; and mesh sizes from 25 to 105mm. A heavy-duty version of the ADF 3 can run wire up to 5mm in diameter. Demirci Makina, which operates from a 12,000m 2 factory and has two R&D teams, has completed the design and testing of an

Dry wire drawing machine from Ara Makina

Iran, Azerbaijan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Ara Makina Manufacturing Ind & Trade Co Ltd www.aramakina.com

Automatic plastic coating machine

automatic plastic coating machine. The model FDE 3 takes bare wire from the coil basket, coats it using the extrusion method, and coils it to a rosette coil basket. It is available in two capacity sizes, and runs core wire from 0.9 to 4.1mm in diameter, with a coating thickness of 0.5 to 2mm. Output rates (3 to 4mm) are up to 250kg/h or 350kg/h, depending on the model. The company also manufactures automatic compact roll machines; fully automatic PVC wire-coating machines (coiling or/and spooler); rosette coiling pallets; automatic hexagonal netting machines; razor concertina wire production lines; wire electro-galvanising lines; straightening and cutting machines; and grass fence wire machines. Demirci Makina Co www.demircimakina.com.tr

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