EuroWire November 2024

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Label products for wire and cable marking Identco – a manufacturer of labelling solutions for the power equipment, electronics, transportation and general industrial sectors – has renamed its stock TTL®200 series. Now called DuraWrap and DuraFlag, the high-performance set of print-on demand labels provides a convenient way to mark wires, cables and wire harnesses. Suitable for a variety of wires and cables, DuraWrap labels are self-laminating cable and harness products combining the functionality of traditional wire label wrapping with the convenience of fully automated self-laminating technology. The durable, clear wrap-around area withstands chemicals and scratches, ensuring markers remain both affixed and legible. Self-laminating DuraFlag labels allow for easy and explicit flagging of wires and wire harnesses. This provides a simple way to identify and organise wires, even in harsh conditions such as high temperatures, moisture and chemical exposure. The redesigned series offers an opaque white print-on area that ensures the marking remains clearly legible, even on the deepest black insulation. For production simplicity, three site holes make the series compatible with any common thermal transfer printer, regardless of sensor location. A perforated liner between each row of labels allows for easy kitting and distribution to

DuraWrap and DuraFlag from Identco

Internal mixer for insulation and sheathing compounds In June 2024, Melos commissioned a new internal mixer for the production of Mecoline insulation and sheathing compounds at its Unirubber subsidiary in Poland. The compounds intended for production at this site are used in the areas of installation cables and fibre optics. The commissioning of the new mixer was in response to increasing demand for such compounds, and it will also allow the company to react more flexibly to changes in the market. The annual capacity of the machine is 4,000 to 4,500 tonnes. “Due to attractive pricing, customer interest is high, which means we can now respond more flexibly to customer requests thanks to the expanded annual capacity,” said business segment manager Marcus Hohlweck. The machine is equipped with technology that is already established at the company’s main plant in Melle, Germany, allowing Melos to ensure the quality of the compounds produced at Unirubber. The start-up is part of the internationalisation of the business, as Mecoline compounds are in demand worldwide. The creation of new capacity in Poland will also enable the further development of the production of Mecoline products at the main plant in Melle, including compounds for the rolling stock, green energy, defence, offshore and automotive sectors. Mr Hohlweck commented, “In addition to our very broad portfolio, we have a seven-strong development team at our main plant in Melle to optimise compounds to meet the needs and wishes of our customers. Over the last few years, we have developed into a sought-after partner for customised cable compounds.” Melos GmbH www.melos.com Composed of supple, conformable vinyl material and high performance acrylic adhesive, the series is available in more than 40 sizes and can be used post-termination. DuraWrap and DuraFlag labels can cover AWG sizes 10 to 4/0 and IEC 60228 (mm 2 ) sizes 6 to 625, from four to 40 conductors wide. Identco www.identco.com individual harness boards or panels. Horizontal, one-across configurations offer flexibility for kitting and waste reduction.

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