WCA March 2014

wire 2014 Singcheer has launched its QCC (quick colour change) crosshead, high-speed dual head coiler and automatic cone reel take-up (SPS system) for the automotive industry. Shanghai Singcheer Technology Co Ltd – China Website : www.singcheer.cn

• Designed to provide higher level of safety to workman and workplace Swaraj Technocrafts Pvt Ltd – India Website : www.swarajtechnocrafts.com

“At the same time, our new compound exhibits mechanical and electrical perfor- mance comparable to that of PVC while meeting the needs of wire and cable manufacturers who require an alternative to halogenated, plasticised materials.”

Teknor Apex Company – USA Website : www.teknorapex.com

Teknor Apex Stand: 09F05/03

Supreme Superabrasives Co Ltd Stand: 16G25

A new low-smoke, flame-retardant thermo- plastic elastomer (TPE) compound enables manufacturers of power and other flexible cords for appliances and consumer electronics to produce non-PVC insulation and jacketing that does not contain phthalate plasticisers or halogen additives. It was announced by Teknor Apex Company. Halguard ® E 59001 halogen-free, flame- retardant (HFFR) compound is designed for flexible cords that meet UL 62 requirements and for appliance wire that complies with UL 758. In addition to appliance wire, potential uses include power cords for computers, HDMI cables for televisions, wiring for device chargers and USB connectors, and other electronics applications.

Traxit International Stand: 09F26

Supreme is a professional manufacturer of PCD die blanks in Zhengzhou, China. Its products have not only high wear resistance, hardness and thermal conductivity, but also high strength and tenacity, and are suitable for drawing non- ferrous wire such as copper, aluminium, stainless steel and other alloy wires.

Traxit International provides the wire drawing industry with a complete range of lubricants to suit all types of wire. From simple beginnings in 1881 in Schwelm, Germany, Traxit has grown to be one of the largest wire drawing lubricant producers in the world. Now operating from its manufacturing bases in Germany, China and USA, its lubricants are sold throughout the world with its own companies, agents or representatives present in over 150 countries. Throughout this time the company has concentrated solely on wire drawing lubricants and compounds and is the only global supplier that maintains drawing lubricants as its sole business. With extensive research and development facilities, all its technicians are devoted exclusively to improving products and processes for wire production. With over 200 different formulations in its product range Traxit is able to guarantee the right product for all customer needs, general and specialised. The choice of the ideal lubricant requires as much technical information as possible. All products meet EC health and safety regulations and are backed up with ISO 9001 and OSHAS 18001. Due to the world price conflict of all raw materials and general costs, Traxit is continuously developing lubricants for reduction of total production costs (€/wire). This advantage of higher productivity helps its customers produce their own material in a cheaper way. Traxit is always willing and ready to assist and support for all technical requests around the wire drawing process to find the optimum result for its customers. Traxit International – Germany Website : www.traxit.de

The products are also ISO9001:2008 certified. Supreme Superabrasives Co Ltd – China Website : www.supremesuperabrasives.com ❍ PCD die blanks from Supreme Superabrasives

Swaraj Technocrafts Pvt Ltd Stand: 10E09

The new compound enables cables to meet the requirements of UL VW-1 and Cable flame tests as well as the IEC 61034 smoke test. When tested in accordance with UL 1581, Halguard E 59001 meets deformation and heat shock requirements at 150ºC, com- pared to 121ºC for PVC. As a TPE-based formulation, Halguard E 59001 is inherently elastic, eliminating need for plasticiser. “Halguard E 59001 is based on proprietary polymer chemistry that yields a better balance of properties than standard HFFR cable compounds based on polyolefins,” said Mike Patel, industry manager for Teknor Apex. ❍ Typical properties of the new compound

Swaraj Technocrafts Pvt Ltd is known for its quality and latest technology in the field of equipment building for the steel wire industry in India. It is an ISO 9001-2010 certified company with certification from TÜV Nord and also has accreditation for CE Marking from Underwriters Laboratory (UL). Some of the prominent features for the state-of-the-art machines include: • Sturdy, compact and modular frames • Use of modern automation products from world-renowned brands • Less power consumption than other brands • Operator friendly interface • Less vibration at higher speed, low wire deviation, low torsion, etc

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