EuroWire March 2019

Wires and cables US-style at Interwire

Interwire o ers a fascinating insight into the world and workings of the wire and cable industry across the Atlantic. Indeed, the largest exhibition in the Americas has long been seen as a place for innovation as companies exhibit and speakers relay information to attendees on the ner details of the sector. This year is no di erent, albeit with a di erent format to the running of the three-day exhibition. An eye on the future is very much called for as a new theme running throughout is highlighted by the keynote speech from best-selling author Dr Shawn G DuBravac. His presentation, entitled “The future of wires and cables in a connected world”, is likely to attract many listeners, as the number of ‘things’ connected to the Internet surpassed the number of people on the planet more than ten years ago. Dr DuBravac is the author of the New York Times bestseller ‘Digital Destiny: How the new age of data will transform the way we work, live and communicate’. This explores how the world’s mass adoption of digital technologies portends the

beginning of a new era for humanity in terms of business, health care, nance, transportation and culture. Our own coverage of Interwire – and many of the companies that will be exhibiting there – starts on page 60. Please take the time to stop by our booth 222 and collect your free copy of EuroWire and sister publication Wire & Cable ASIA . Also featuring in this issue is news literally from out of this world! UK-based Spectrum Technologies reveals how

its technology was used by Lockheed Martin Space, one of the contractors that worked on NASA’s Mars InSight lander, which touched down on the planet in November last year. Turn to page 9 for the full story.

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Interwire 2019 13-16 May: Interwire – trade exhibition – Atlanta, Georgia, USA Organisers : Wire Association International Fax : +1 203 453 8384

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13–15 June: International Metal and Metallurgy Exhibition – trade exhibition – Guangzhou, China Organisers : Julang Exhibition Co Ltd Fax : +86 203 862 0781 Email : julang@julang.com.cn Website : www.julang.com.cn 18-20 June: wire Russia – trade exhibition – Moscow, Russia Organisers : Messe Düsseldorf Fax : +7 499 246 9277 Email : info@wire-russia.com Website : www.wire-russia.com 18-20 September: wire Southeast Asia – trade exhibition – Bangkok, Thailand Organisers : Messe Düsseldorf Asia Pte Ltd Fax : +65 6337 4633 Email : wire@mda.com.sg Website : www.wire-southeastasia.com 29 September-2 October: IWCS – technical symposium – Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Organisers : IWCS Tel : +1 717 993 9500 Website : www.iwcs.org September

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1-3 October: wire South America – trade exhibition – São Paulo, Brazil Organisers : Messe Düsseldorf GmbH Fax : +49 211 4560 668 Email : info@wire-south-america.com Website : www.wire-south-america.com

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▲ ▲ An artist’s impression of NASA’s Mars InSight on the surface of Mars. Image courtesy of NASA/JPLCaltech

Spectrum technology is ‘out of this world’

The company has supplied all of the biggest names in commercial and military aerospace worldwide. In late 2016, Spectrum introduced the new updated sixth generation Nova 800i series laser wire markers. using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport) is NASA’s latest Mars lander and is designed to explore the deep interior of Mars. Lockheed Martin is the InSight prime contractor responsible for the complete spacecraft system. Dr Peter Dickinson, CEO at Spectrum, said: “We may only have played a small part in this interplanetary project but I and all the team at Spectrum are exceptionally proud and excited to be associated with the Mars Insight programme. InSight is truly leading edge and we look forward with anticipation to seeing what new knowledge it turns up while it explores Mars and its deep interior.” InSight (Interior Exploration

to process and identify all the wiring in the manufacture of the electrical wiring system for NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s (NASA JPL) Mars Insight lander. Spectrum supplied Lockheed Martin Space in Denver, Colorado, USA, with a fully automated Nova 820 UV laser wire marking system in 2014. This is used in the initial stages of electrical harness production to laser mark, measure and cut wires to length. Apart from using the equipment for the InSight programme, Lockheed utilises the equipment for many other different programmes, including the wiring produced for the Kennedy Space Center for the Orion programme. The Nova 800 product range was specifically designed for complex aerospace wire harness manufacturing applications. Since the company was founded in 1989, Spectrum has supplied almost 1,000 laser wire marking systems to over 50 countries.

IN November last year, NASA’s Mars InSight spacecraft started its dramatic descent toward the Martian surface. After separating from the cruise stage it entered the upper Martian atmosphere at a height of 80 miles and a speed of 12,300mph (5.5km per second). As it slowed down during its descent the probe’s protective aeroshell reached temperatures of 2,700°F (1,500°C). At an altitude of 36,500 feet (11km) and a speed of 861mph, its parachute deployed, slowing it to 134mph before it fired its landing rockets at a height of 3,600 feet (1.1km) to land at a gentle 5mph (2m/s). At approximately 19:53 UTC, mission control received a signal that the spacecraft had successfully touched down at Elysium Planitia. What did go unnoticed is that UK company Spectrum Technologies, which celebrates its 30 th anniversary this year, played a part in the landing. Lockheed Martin Space used its Spectrum Nova laser wire marking equipment

SpectrumTechnologies Ltd – UK Website : www.spectrumtech.com

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Steel rope extrusion from Rosendahl

ROSENDAHL has extended its product portfolio with extrusion lines for steel ropes. Before jacketing the ropes, the bundle is opened to apply protective grease or wax. Extrusion technology is not only the line’s core, but Rosendahl’s core business. This is where it does most of its research and development activities. It is not only cables that the company extrudes. It has recently extended its know-how for steel rope extrusion, which, when it comes to the details, is quite different to cable extrusion. Jacketed steel ropes are commonly applied for stay cables or mono-strands. Stay cables are primarily used for cable-stayed bridges. Unbounded mono-strands are used in civil engineering in pre-stressed concrete structures (PT systems). Often, several single cables (mono-strands) are combined to form a bundle (multi-strand), as well. A single strand usually has a diameter of ¼" to 1 1/8 ". Other dimensions are also available. Before jacketing, these strands are coated with a special anti-corrosion material. Rosendahl applies permanent elastic corrosion protection, grease or wax, to those strands. This coating provides protection against corrosion and water penetration and reduces internal friction. The difficult part is to coat the individual steel wires with grease or wax. Specifically for this type of rope preservation, Rosendahl has developed a rope conservation machine, which

▲ ▲ Steel rope extrusion at RosendahlNextrom

is used immediately prior to the application of the PE jacket. The company has introduced an on-line monitoring system for the grease/wax coating application. This ensures high quality and performance control during the entire conservation process. RosendahlNextrom – Austria Website : www.rosendahlnextrom.com

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Double capacity with automatic crimping machine

CONVERT Ltd, a UK manufacturer of cable looms and harnesses, has invested in a new Artos CR11 automatic crimping wire processor, which has increased capacity by 50 per cent. The Kent-based company purchased the machine to support a project it is working on with a sports car manufacturer. Engineered to handle high- and low-volume runs and a wide range of wire types, the Artos CR11 is up to 18 per cent faster than previous models, feeding wires at five metres a second. Its digital, programmable servo-driven termination units and a quick-change cart system make it suitable for high-volume or high-mix production needs. Dave Lord, managing director, said: “We’re really excited to have invested in the Artos CR11. Its increased speed and ability to handle high-volume runs and a range of wire types means greater productivity, which will help us maintain the high quality our customers have come to expect.” Convert’s new Artos CR11 complements its existing Komax Gamma 255, which is used for small wire handling, and its Artos MTX-5, which is used to process thicker wires. Convert lists some top industry names amongst its customers, as well as luxury and sports car manufacturers.

▲ ▲ The Artos CR11 automatic crimping machine installed by Convert Ltd

and scientific/medical sectors, Convert manufactures wire cables and harnesses for car head and rear lights, passenger gates at railway stations and a range of scientific equipment. Convert Ltd – UK Website : www.convertltd.co.uk Artos Engineering – USA Website : www.artosengineering.com

Operating predominantly in the automotive, public transport

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Customer excellence award for Cimteq

CIMTEQ Ltd, a software provider for the design and manufacture of cables, has won the West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber customer excellence award. Ali Shehab, CEO, said: “We are delighted to win the customer excellence award. It is testament to the hard work and ingenuity from the team at Cimteq that has made such a difference to the service we provide our customers. “We also want to take this opportunity to thank our customers for their loyalty and support.” Robert Douglass, operations manager, added: “At Cimteq one of our core values is ‘customer first’; we strive to provide excellent customer service throughout our working day and winning this award demonstrates our commitment to our customers and the service we provide.” “One of the standout features of working with CableBuilder is the support we have received from Cimteq,” said Chris Huntly, cable design manager at Aberdare Cables.

▲ ▲ Pictured at the presentation are, from left, Ali Shehab, CEO Cimteq; Amanda Shehab, director Cimteq; Katy Harrison, marketing manager Cimteq; Lynn Swinnerton, managing director of awards sponsor Lomani Luxury Travel; and Robert Douglass, operations manager Cimteq

a high level of commitment aimed at ensuring customer satisfaction.

it is good to know that this level of support is just a phone call or an email away.” Cimteq Ltd – UK Website : www.cimteq.com

“Cimteq are prepared to go the ‘extra mile’;

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Investment in pushers at Polish site

The use of electric motors provides the additional benefit of the absence of smoke and fumes in the factory. After the demonstration of a drum pusher, Stanisław Wajs, head of maintenance services at Tele-Fonika Kable, said: “The Nu-Star dual-motor Super Power Pusher tug seems quite unique in the market; it’s very durable and generates enough power to easily push our largest cable drums. “Compared to other solutions, such as forklifts, the electric tug is a much smaller and cheaper solution to move heavy industrial loads. The Nu-Star electric tug is extremely easy to use and much safer than attempting to manually move the reels. “After positive feedback from our employees on the production floor, we invested in three. The Nu-Star electric tugs have revolutionised the efficient and safe movement of cable drums throughout our production lines, reducing labour costs or tasks that would normally require at least two members of staff.” Nu-Star Material Handling Ltd – UK Website : www.nu-starmhl.com

TELE-FONIKA Kable SA has invested in three Nu-Star high torque cable drum pushers to improve workplace safety and factory productivity. The company is a European manufacturer of cables and wires, operating globally, and supplying some of the largest companies in industries ranging from telecommunications to mining. The expansion of the Tele-Fonika operations across eight production plants and increasing changes to health and safety regulations prompted Tele-Fonika to review workplace safety and efficiency when moving cable drums. As part of the production of wire and cables, large cable drums of up to 60 tonnes need to be moved through the production lines. Tele-Fonika contacted Nu-Star’s Polish distributor to find a solution for pushing cable drums in a safe and easy way to reduce manual handling. Bartosz Sowiński, Nu-Star’s Polish distributor, explained: “In order to push heavy cable reels, a high starting torque is required to overcome rolling resistance; therefore I recommended a free demonstration of Nu-Star’s high-torque dual-motor Super Power Pusher electric tug.” The dual-motor Super Power Pusher is powered by two 1.5kW electric motors generating up to 17,600N of pushing force. The machine is equipped with a special roller application for moving both cable drums and paper rolls.

▲ ▲ One of the cable drum pushers at work Schleuniger on show across Canada Schleuniger, an international manufacturer of high-precision wire processing machines, will exhibit the latest in wire processing solutions at the EPTECH series of professional electronics shows across Canada, including EPTECH Calgary on Tuesday, 16 th April, EPTECH Vancouver on Wednesday, 12 th June, and EPTECHWaterloo on Tuesday, 29 th October. EPTECH is the only series of coast-to-coast national electronics shows in Canada and covers a broad spectrum of the electronics industry. At each event, attendees will have the opportunity to meet with Schleuniger’s wire processing experts. Products include wire stripping machines, its newest generation of coaxial cable stripping equipment, laser stripping equipment, automated cut and strip machines, crimping equipment and more.

Schleuniger Inc – USA Website : www.schleuniger.com

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USA outlet for Häfner and Krullmann

1,000mm in diameter, made from materials including PS, ABS, PE, PP and PA.

WIRE and Cable Consulting LLC has reached an agreement with Häfner & Krullmann GmbH, Germany, to market and sell its products in the USA. Jan Häfner, CEO, Häfner & Krullmann, said: “Wire and Cable Consulting LLC provides us with the expertise and support we need to directly serve our current customers and to secure new ones in this important US market.” Thomas J Rosen, president, Wire & Cable Consulting LLC, said: “Häfner & Krullmann is recognised in the wire, cable, and other industries for its attention to quality and precision. “We will initially focus on large-size packaging options for wire and cable in sizes 16" and larger (400mm-550mm), and our associates in the USA will assist in this enterprise.” Wire and Cable Consulting LLC, formed in 2015 by Mr Rosen, provides services including market and business development, strategic advising, and sales representation to select wire and cable companies and industry suppliers. The firm also handles strategic account development for Ulbrich Specialty Wire Products Division. Since 1933, Häfner & Krullmann has become a leading European manufacturer of environmentally friendly spools and reels for the wire and cable, medical and other industries. At its manufacturing facility in Leopoldshöhe, Germany, Häfner produces about 1,400 spool variants, ranging from 40 to

Products are manufactured according to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards. Häfner also has its own medical cleanroom that meets the class 8 standard set out in ISO14644 and is certified as EU-GMP class D.

Häfner & Krullmann GmbH – Germany Website : www.hafner-spools.com

Wire & Cable Consulting LLC – USA

Fibre plant plans The central Vietnam province of Quảng Ngãi has agreed for Belgium’s NV Bekaert SA to build a steel fibre factory at the VSIP Quảng Ngãi industrial park in the Sơn Tịnh district. A report in Viet Nam News said that the Bekaert Việt Nam-Dung Quất steel fibre plant could have total investment capital of over $125 million. Construction should begin in late 2019, and the facility could be in operation in 2021 to produce a range of products for automotive and other industries. The factory’s capacity is expected to be up to 75,000 metric tons a year in braided steel fibres, 2,000 metric tons of steel cords, and 2,000 metric tons of improved braided steel fibre.

NV Bekaert SA – Belgium Website : www.bekaert.com

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▲ ▲ The live chat feature on myNDC

NDC launches live chat onmyNDC service cloud

NDC Technologies, a global provider of precision measurement and control solutions, has launched a new live chat feature on its myNDC service cloud. The new chat system aims to provide immediate support and feedback to customer service requests. “We’re excited to offer this additional channel of communication to customers. It’s our ongoing commitment to continually improving the customer experience while creating a pull for our services through the myNDC service cloud,” said Mahesh Havildar, vice president of global customer service. “Since the launch of myNDC, we’ve been constantly working to enhance system capabilities to broaden our breadth of services and increase responsiveness. For example, we’re working on a new landing page for myNDC which will further enhance customer engagement. It should be available later this year.” myNDC’s new live chat feature enables customers to get the answers they need to pressing service support questions or finding the right source to resolve other issues. It also includes a built-in Google translator that enables customers to submit service requests in their native language. Focused on customer service, myNDC offers 24 hours a day, seven days a week support and a seamless customer service agent experience, enabling NDC team members to efficiently create tickets, view a customer’s installed base or service history, and tap into a comprehensive and growing knowledge base.

The chat feature can be found at https://ndc.custhelp.com

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All under one roof with new site

CERSA-MCI has launched its new website. The layout has been completely redesigned to facilitate browsing between products. With a modern interface and a user-friendly design, visitors will be able to find the right measuring instrument more easily. The website presents measurement solutions for optical fibre, wire and cable producers: a range of specific gauges, accessories and software to cover on-line and off-line measurement needs. It also includes a video presentation, updated news about events and technical features of Cersa-MCI devices. The interactive world map helps visitors to contact Cersa representatives or the French head office for commercial or technical requirements. The website will soon present a range of services and a technical update that will help customers to upload technical brochures. “We are very proud of our new website. It is part of our work to modernise Cersa’s brand image through current FLUOROPOLYMER Resources LLC (FRL) has announced the opening of its new 63,000ft 2 production facility in North Windham, Connecticut, USA. The facility brings all of its existing assets under one roof, while also adding new capacity and capabilities to further expand its position as a global reprocessor of fluoropolymer products. “FRL is incredibly excited to have made this move to our new facility at such a dynamic period in our 28-year history,” said Kevin Buchanan, CEO of Fluoropolymer Resources. “With this year’s production topping 2.6 million lb of FEP, PFA and ETFE, and 30 per cent growth in volume anticipated in 2019, we needed a larger factory with an open floor plan to expand and streamline our production for greater control of quality and yields.” Fluoropolymer Resources, a division of Prime Materials Recovery Inc, is a recycler of FEP, PFA and ETFE fluoropolymer plastics in North America, with products sold across the globe. Fluoropolymer Resources LLC – USA Website : www.frlusa.com New web home for Cersa

▲ ▲ Fluoropolymer Resources’ new production facility

▲ ▲ A snapshot of the new home page at Cersa

measurement and innovations allow us to always be one step ahead of the competition. This site is a good way to show it,” added JF Fardeau, founder and president of Cersa-MCI. technologies

communication tools,” said Eric Noguès, technical sales engineer. “Our objective is to simplify the search for the right device according to the concrete needs of the customer. Less than three clicks are enough. We hope our visitors will appreciate their navigating experience.”

Cersa-MCI – France Website : www.cersa-mci.com

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New president at Wire Association International

Wire Corporation. His current role includes the oversight of technical and production operations and the development of new products and services. Before joining Encore in 1997, he worked at Capital Wire/General Cable for ten years. He currently holds memberships, and serves in key positions, in many relevant industry associations. Wire Association International – USA Website : www.wirenet.org

said: “The association is fortunate to have the leadership of WT Bigbee and the support of an amazing company, Encore Wire, during this exciting period for the wire and cable manufacturing sector. “Mr Bigbee understands the confluence of Industry 4.0, lean manufacturing and employment markets and, as a result, he can ensure the association is positioned to support the needs of the industry.”

THE Wire Association International (WAI) has announced the appointment of WT Bigbee as the 66 th president of the association for a one-year term, beginning 1 st January 2019. Mr Bigbee joined the WAI in 2011. In addition to his role as president, and a second term on the association’s board of directors, he will serve on its conference programming, exhibition planning and oversight committees. Commenting on the new appointment, WAI executive director Steven Fetteroll

He is vice president of operations at Encore

▲ ▲ WT Bigbee Record results for fastener group Fastening and assembly materials company Würth Group reported a sales volume of €13.6 billion for 2018, compared with €12.7 billion in 2017. The number of employees increased from 74,159 to 77,080 during 2018. The Würth Group expects sales growth in the moderate single-digit range, and a proportionately rising operating result, in 2019.

Würth Group – Germany Website : www.wuerth.com

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TO be Industry 4.0 ready means that production technology must be interoperable with other systems that speak the same industry protocols over a common Ethernet infrastructure. Smart factories require the utilisation of advance-prediction tools, so that data can be systematically processed into information that allows operators to make the right decisions. Beta LaserMike smart gauges provide industry-standard connectivity via common communication protocols, and built-in web server support provides mobile connectivity for smart diagnostics and smart service. For example, on a typical wire and cable production line, Beta LaserMike gauges keep ‘fingers on the pulse’ of the jacketing extrusion process. Gauges are integrated into production to accurately capture measurement data, product data and variables along critical points in the process for end-to-end inspection. Using a Beta LaserMike process controller, production personnel can intuitively visualise dimensional, SPC and trend data in real-time to maintain tighter product specifications. Closed-loop control with the extrusion line and integration with other networked systems enables material savings and improves product quality. At the enterprise level, the Beta LaserMike process controller provides OPC UA connectivity (the industrial network protocol for enabling Industry 4.0) across the organisational value chain via PLC, SCADA, MES and ERP systems. The process controller acts as an edge device when connecting to cloud services. Measurement and process data becomes part of ‘big data’ and enables organisations to use cloud analytics for data-driven decision making, increasing agility and competitiveness. From a global support perspective, NDC provides customers with 24-7 care via its customer service cloud portal – myNDC. “In this next phase of the industrial revolution, measurement technology plays a crucial role for quality-conscious organisations on the road to Industry 4.0,” said Ian Benson, vice president of marketing for NDC Technologies. “With the fusion of production technology and the Internet of Things (IoT), measurement technology requires strong connectivity and the capability to capture quality data faster, better and more flexibly and transfer it to networked devices and systems. “It is truly the framework for increasing process efficiency and realising bottom-line benefits in the smart factory. And, it not only pertains to on-line measurements but also includes the integration of at-line and off-line gauging technologies.” Beta LaserMike (an NDC Technologies brand) – USA Website : www.ndc.com/betalasermike Beta LaserMike networked measurement technology ready for Industry 4.0

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Larger international appeal at wire India

INSDAG (Institute for Steel Development & Growth) and SSPC India (the Society for Surface Protective Coatings – India), as well as the India Chapter of ITA. 14,617 trade visitors (including the visitors from India Essen Welding & Cutting) travelled to the exhibition halls in Mumbai to find out about news in the sector, make new contacts and expand existing business relations. The atmosphere was characterised by busy activities in the exhibition halls, valuable synergies generated by the concurrent staging of the three trade fairs, and the perspectives of good post-show business. wire India, Tube India and Metallurgy India will again be held concurrently at the Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre from 23 rd to 25 th November 2020. Messe Düsseldorf GmbH – Germany Website : www.wire-india.com Plant number four nears production Leoni AG’s new plant in Kraljevo, Serbia, is expected to be complete in the first quarter of 2020. The company’s €60 million investment at its fourth plant in the country is being made in stages, and is expected to become its largest in Serbia, employing around 5,000 workers.

NEARLY 15,000 visitors headed to Mumbai, India, for the seven staging of wire India, Tube India and Metallurgy India at the end of November last year. For three days, the latest technologies, machinery, plants, services and finished products in the wire and cable segments, pipe and tube processing, tube trade and metallurgy were on show at the Bombay Convention and Exhibition Centre. A total of 430 exhibitors from 26 countries travelled to Mumbai. Exhibiting alongside many Indian companies again were national pavilions from Austria, Italy, the USA, China and Germany. 2018 saw another increase in the area where companies showcased their technology innovations: 8,500m 2 of net exhibition space were occupied – 600m 2 more than at the previous events two years ago. Furthermore, the trend towards markedly bigger and higher-profile exhibition stands continued. Messe Düsseldorf GmbH organised the three trade fairs in cooperation with Messe Düsseldorf India and the international associations IWCEA (International Wire and Cable Exhibitors Association), IWMA (International Wire & Machinery Association), ACIMAF (Italian Wire Machinery Manufacturers Association), WCISA (Wire and Cable Industry Suppliers Association) as well as ITA (International Tube Association). The trade fair trio was again supported by the Indian industrial associations SWMAI (Steel Wire Manufacturers Association of India), AIWMA (All India Weldmesh Manufacturers Association),

Leoni AG – Germany

Website : www.leoni.com

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Lubricant partnership for Metalube

GLOBAL lubricants specialist Metalube has been officially named the speciality lubrication partner of Bellini SpA. In addition to the partnership in Italy, Metalube India will represent Bellini in India. Bellini is a manufacturer of industrial fluid lubricants based in Bergamo, Italy. It will now distribute across Italy the entire Metalube range of lubricants for drawing non-ferrous wire and tubes, protective greases for overhead line conductors, wire rope lubricants and chain oils. In reverse, Metalube India will be distributing Bellini’s metal cutting lubricants throughout India. Douglas Hunt, commercial director at Metalube, said: “We are looking forward to the start of a long and fruitful relationship between Metalube and Bellini. Our two companies share very similar values and aspirations, with customer satisfaction through technological innovation, service and flexibility at the heart of everything we do.” Metalube exports 95 per cent of its production to over 90 countries

▲ ▲ Douglas Hunt, centre, from Metalube with Bellini’s Valentino Foiadelli, sales manager, left, and Marco Bellini, managing director, right

Research and development are key to the business and it is constantly investing in the Metalube® Technology Centre, ensuring technical excellence and innovation across its entire range of products and services. Metalube Ltd – UK Website : www.metalube.co.uk

worldwide and has offices in Manchester, UK; Dubai, UAE; Mumbai, India; São Paulo, Brazil; and Shanghai, China. At its headquarters in Manchester the company has a fully integrated lubricant manufacturing facility including new laboratories.

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Bishopdale Group staff awarded BIT NVQ certificates

AS part of its commitment to internal education and continuous improvement, the Bishopdale Group (encompassing lubricant brands Metalube, Molyslip and UOP) has congratulated five members of its staff who have recently been awarded a range of NVQ qualifications including: • Level 2 certificate in Business Improvement Techniques (BIT) • NVQ Diploma in BIT • Intermediate level Apprenticeship BIT Robert Brown, managing director, said: “The skills the team have developed and the improvements that they have made are critical to achieving the company’s growth strategy. “They also develop a positive culture throughout the company, that engages and enhances our workforce.” Bishopdale Group is the holding company for industrial lubricants brands Metalube, Molyslip and UOP. Located in Manchester, UK, the group is owned and managed by a team of directors with extensive knowledge of the market for industrial lubricants both in the UK and around the world. Bishopdale Group – UK

▲ ▲ Some of Bishopdale Group’s achievers with their certificates

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New website for Fastec Imaging

FASTEC Imaging, a manufacturer of high-speed cameras for industrial troubleshooting and scientific applications, has announced the launch of a new video-rich website. an application-based approach, which enables engineers, scientists and others looking for high-speed imaging solutions to easily match their application needs with the products available. Slow-motion video is used throughout the Fastec website to exemplify the myriad applications for which Fastec high-speed cameras are used. On the homepage, normal-speed footage of a watch and mainspring is contrasted with a “slow-mo” version of the same, along with footage of a honey bee to demonstrate the relationship between what humans see with the naked eye vs what is seen with the aid of a high-speed video camera. “The fundamental focus of the new Fastec website,” explains Tim Brandt, product manager for Fastec, “is to provide resources for those looking for high-speed video camera solutions as well as those already using high-speed cameras.” To that end, the new Fastec website offers a guide, “High-Speed Cameras and Slow-Motion Video Terms and Concepts,” as well as application articles, blog posts and tutorials. A Camera Calculator Application can be downloaded for free on iOS and Android smartphones and tablets to enable the user to establish the best frame rates, resolutions, lens requirements, depth of field and illumination for their slow-motion application. An OEM and custom engineering page on the website is included for companies looking for any level of engineering development or product support for their high-speed imaging needs. This may range anywhere from a re-branded Fastec product to a fully integrated hardware and/or software solution. Fastec Imaging – USA Website : www.fastecimaging.com The new Fastec Imaging website promotes

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Mr Dula will, together with Jamey Little, vice president of sales/deputy general manager, take overall responsibility for the operations of Roblon US. Roblon A/S – Denmark Website : www.roblon.com New general manager at Roblon US

Power export cable making progress

ROBLON has redirected operations and increased focus on the industrial fibre business segment and expanding business in the USA market. The company has appointed Randy Dula, the former director of operations at Chase/NEPTCO in Granite Falls, North Carolina, as general manager of Roblon US. Roblon and Mr Dula have worked together since the company acquired the fibre optical business from Chase/NEPTCO in April 2017. Mr Dula has worked for Chase/NEPTCO for the last 37 years in various positions. “This is an opportunity for me to serve as GM for Roblon US,” he said. “I have been very fortunate and in a unique position to work with two very strong companies in Chase and Roblon. “Roblon has a growth agenda for the US, and I feel I can be an important part of their future.” With this appointment the general management team in Roblon US is in place.

Nexans has successfully completed the installation of the first four cables for NordLink, a power connection between Norway and Germany. The NordLink project is a collaboration between Statnett, TenneT and the German promotional bank KfW. The 1,400MW interconnector will connect the Norwegian and German electricity markets to allow the two countries to exchange renewable energy. In the framework of the €500 million contract awarded to the group in 2015, Nexans is designing, manufacturing and installing six 525kV mass-impregnated HVDC interconnector cables with a total length of around 700km. manufactured and installed two thirds of the interconnection length. The cables are installed using the cable-laying vessel C/S Nexans Skagerrak and trenched using the Nexans Capjet system. The last two cables are currently in production in Halden, Norway. Nexans – France Website : www.nexans.com Nexans has already

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CabWire in the classroom!

Web’s new CEO Web Industries, a provider of precision converting services for flexible materials and a value-added outsource manufacturer for businesses in the aerospace, medical, personal care and industrial sectors, has named Mark Pihl as its chief executive officer. Mr Pihl advanced from his previous position as Web’s president and COO and assumed the role of CEO on 1 st January. He succeeds outgoing CEO Donald Romine. “I wish to thank the board of directors for its confidence in me to lead the business through a period of transformative growth and expansion,” said Mr Pihl. 50 th anniversary and it is an honour to lead our team as we enter a new phase in the company’s development.” Mr Pihl joined Web Industries in 2000 and focused his extensive experience in executive and operations leadership roles on the business’s scalable growth, talent development and financial health. Web Industries – USA Website : www.webindustries.com “2019 marks Web Industries

very well attended,” said IWMA Educational Trust director Peter Large. “The Fundamentals programme falls nicely within the IWMA’s educational programme, so the Educational Trust will be sponsoring the day and providing free places for students, graduates, apprentices and entry level staff.” The first day ends with a private tour and meal at the National Motor Museum at nearby Beaulieu, which will provide a networking opportunity. The next morning offers a visit to Prysmian Cables & Systems, located in nearby Eastleigh, for a tour of its customer centre, optical factory, special cables factory and the viewing platform of the high-voltage laboratory. Transport is provided for both of these visits. CabWire 2019 costs £120 + VAT for members of IWMA and IWCEA, or £150 + VAT for non-members. For more details or to book tickets visit www.cabwire.com or email info@cabwire.com

EDUCATION has been brought to the forefront with the staging of this year’s CabWire Fundamentals Workshop from 2 nd to 3 rd April at the University of Southampton, UK. Organisers the International Wire and Machinery Association (IWMA) are staging the two-day event, with delegates having the opportunity to take part in expert-led talks and training with a ferrous and non-ferrous programme featuring key topics such as wire drawing, stranding, extrusion, armouring, dies for wire drawing, LV cable design, galvanising, automation systems, fire resistance of cables and induction heating. The event on the university’s Highfield campus will hear from training lead Amanda Shehab and a key note from Prysmian Group, before a series of 45-minute sessions running through the day. Attendees will also get the chance to tour the university’s high-voltage laboratory and visit the table-top exhibition in the main break out area. “The decision to run a CabWire Fundamentals event came out of the success of 2017, when all the sessions were

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Nisshin Steel reinforces its trust in Ebner know-how and experience

FOR many years, Japan’s Nisshin Steel has been placing its trust in Hicon/H2® annealing technology. With the placement of an order for a new facility, the total number of Hicon/ H 2 workbases installed at the company increases to 55. The new facility will include four heating bells, six Hicon/H 2 workbases and two cooling bells, and will modernise the production of cold-rolled steel strip coils. As in the past, all required supplementary equipment such as the hydraulic system, pressure control system, water recooling system, emergency nitrogen supply connections and the complete electrical system will be supplied by Ebner. To operate the facility, it will be integrated into the existing process control system (PCS). The facility will be ready to start production in 2020. Ebner Industrieofenbau GmbH – Austria Website : www.ebner.cc

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main supplier of international capacity to Europe. Given the large data requirements, the scientific information can now be shared with other entities. “The cooperation between the two companies will also advance business channel synergies. “This offers South African consumers an improved usage, low-latency or ‘no-lag experience’, which benefits the gaming community in particular as well as other users requiring greater bandwidth via the SACS routing to South America.” Angola Cables – Angola Website : www.angolacables.co.ao Fall in export numbers Russia’s export of aluminium wires has fallen five per cent, year-on-year, with 155,389 tonnes exported in 2017. The country’s revenue from aluminium wire export was $272 million in 2017, though expectations are down to $225 million for 2018, according to Global Market Insights. Global Market Insights Inc – USA Website : www.gminsights.com

“Such a connection, together with our robust network, will accelerate international cooperation on multiple levels, promote economic development and fast-track projects that will enable new opportunities for digital content exchange across the region.” Andrew Matseke, CEO of Broadband Infraco, said that the partnership is pivotal in the development of digital connectivity within South Africa and Africa. “We have POPs and fibre connectivity options to all neighbouring SADC countries,” he said. Through the Angola Cables subsea networks, SACS and Monet, Broadband Infraco will have the ability to share international traffic and content that could unlock new business opportunities for SADC countries.” Mr Nunes added: “Angola Cables will also be in a position to support our new partner in other projects that are of national importance and which require global network connectivity. “An example of this is the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project, the world’s largest telescope, where Broadband Infraco is the

MULTINATIONAL company Angola Cables has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Broadband Infraco. Broadband Infraco provides extensive regional long-distance network coverage and SADC connectivity. It currently has more than 14,960km of fibre networks across South Africa. It also has 156 points of presence (PoPs) providing a high-capacity, stable nat- ional network environment. Angola Cables CEO António Nunes said that the partnership will facilitate Internet connectivity into Africa. “With our international connectivity and reach through our submarine networks and the expansive terrestrial network of Broadband Infraco, there is a genuine opportunity for us to collectively fast-track connectivity on the continent,”he said. “The very real possibility now exists to connect Brazil and South Africa to the other BRICS nations of Russia, India and China through a high-speed, low-latency connection. telecoms

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PEACE-ful progression for cable project

“However, with the commerce of cable manufacture, such extensions are dependent on the plan of work. Players who get on board soon will secure better flexibility on this network.” PEACE Cable International Network Co Ltd – China Website : www.peacecable.com Optic fibre on track Nexans has been awarded a €65 million contract by Trafikverket, the Swedish government’s transport administration, to supply optical fibre. Nexans cabling solutions, allied with Emtelle’s microducts and microduct bundles, will be used in rail projects as the Swedish government continues to develop FTTx networks. Today’s rail infrastructures rely on high-speed and scalable communication networks. As part of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS), these networks carry data between remote locations and control centres, making it possible to monitor and optimise traffic while improving user safety. Nexans and Emtelle will supply Trafikverket with a complete fibre optic solution, fully compatible with existing rail networks, which also meets the customer’s requirements for blowing performance of fibre cables into microducts. Delivery of the products has already started and will be completed by 2029. Nexans – France Website : www.nexans.com

PEACE Cable International Network Co Ltd, a subsidiary of Hengtong group, has announced, in conjunction with Huawei Marine Networks, that the PEACE cable project has entered into the cable and material manufacturing stage. The 12,000km PEACE cable system will connect Asia, Africa and Europe and is scheduled for service in the first quarter of 2020. The high-speed 200G, 16Tbps per fibre pair system will offer the shortest routes from China to Europe and Africa, dramatically reducing latency and providing a new information expressway for interconnection between the regions. PEACE Cable has signed cooperation agreements to land the network in Somalia and Seychelles to boost local network service quality in both nations. The project’s cable contract was awarded to Hengtong Marine, also a subsidiary of Hengtong group. Sun Xiaohua, chief operating officer of PEACE Cable, said: “PEACE Cable has created a new business model in the submarine cable industry that builds a bridge for these regions’ communications and provides connectivity opportunities to players all along the route by investing in the branches and gaining bandwidth on the trunk in a more efficient way.” Zhang Hongxiang, project delivery director of Huawei Marine, added: “We are glad to work with this creative network, which is open to connect along the route on any of the potential points.

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