EuroWire November 2019

Focus on the UK

Hexpol launches high-performance cable compounds

offer market-leading performance with high levels of customisation and easy processing.” One example compound for low-voltage power or data cable applications is Dryflex Cable 52180 N, while Dryflex Cable 51898 N was developed for demanding applications requiring increased thermal and fluid resistance. The Dryflex Cable compounds, as with PVC, can be processed using standard extrusion equipment. Compounds are available ready to use, with no post vulcanisation required, helping to minimise steps and improve productivity. The compounds are fully recyclable and any production waste can be reprocessed. provide added security in areas of high human occupancy, where people need to be evacuated quickly and safely. They can also be used in restricted areas containing expensive or sensitive equipment. These could include high-rise buildings, hospitals, airports, train and transport hubs, communication exchanges, data centres, shopping centres, power generation facilities and offshore platforms. Their thermomechanical properties make them suitable for both telecommunication and electric cables. Dryflex Cable compounds

With increasing demands on power and telecommunications infrastructure, international polymer compounding group Hexpol TPE has developed new materials for cable sheathing applications. The compounds are designed to meet the highest levels of durability, performance and human safety. The range, which is marketed under the brand Dryflex® Cable, includes grades based on different polymer chemistries, including EVA, TPE and TPV technologies. This brings one of the widest ranges of properties and customisation possibilities to the market and gives cable manufacturers the flexibility to select the best solution for their application. The Dryflex Cable range includes low- smoke halogen-free (LSHF) or low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) flame-retardant compounds. These are designed to offer enhanced flame-retardant properties with low smoke and low toxicity. The compounds are RoHS, SVHC and REACH compliant and halogen-free according to IEC 60754 Part 1/2. Mark Clayton, managing director, said: “The challenge we set ourselves was to develop materials that exceed global standards for reliability and durability, combined with the lowest toxicity and smoke levels for human safety. With our new grades we

Typical applications include low-voltage, data, insulation, jacketing and bedding. ▲ Dryflex Cable compounds are designed to meet the highest levels of durability, performance and human safety in cable sheathing applications

Key features include: • LSZH/LSHF •

RoHS, SVHC and REACH compliant Superior ageing performance • Easy processing, with no post vulcanisation required • Designed to meet various cable standards, such as BS 7655 LTS 3 • Typical LOI values between 28 and 42 per cent Hexpol TPE – UK Website : www.hexpoltpe.com •

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