WCA May 2022

Exhibitors at wire 2022

With the model WPF-1S, die/wire fixing and releasing are fast and easy. The machine is fitted with a ‘V-type’ self centring and self-locking die holder, which helps work different case sizes. The top wire is fixed to a soft helical spring to blend and work on the die angles and bearing length. The die rotation is continuously variable from 0 to 3,000 rpm. The machine has uniform up and down power strokes. Stroke speed can be varied up to 400 double strokes per minute, which ensures fast cutting and mirror polishing of the die. Other advantages of the CE-certified machine include low noise and near zero maintenance. It is suitable for sizes from 0.008 to 0.4mm, and is claimed to be 20 to 50 per cent more productive compared to the next best. Mikrotek Machines Ltd www.mikrotek.co.in Mixer SpA 12 E72 Since its foundation, Mixer SpA has manufactured rubber compounds exclusively for the cable industry. In 2021, the company celebrated the 25 th year since its establishment. Innovation and technology have been key factors: over the years, Mixer has constantly consolidated its business, investing in research and development with the aim to offer effective, high performance and technically advanced solutions. Mixer’s current products, under the brand name EKOPREN®, have numerous applications, including low- and medium voltage cables in automotive, offshore, photovoltaic and mining industries. The portfolio includes CV line and eBeam crosslinkable grades for insulation and sheathing, as well as thermoplastic bedding, having a broad application in cables compliant to CPR (Construction Products Regulation). EKOPREN compounds to more than 35 countries around the world. All of the EKOPREN compounds are based on proprietary technology, from formulation to production. Along with the development of original recipes, Mixer has invested in its compounding facility, designing and assembling tailored machinery. A manufacturing execution system controls the equipment, allowing real-time control and optimisation of the production process. Mixer SpA exports its

where a soluble oil will naturally try to emulsify into the fluid. The results are improved cleanliness, increased efficiency, better lubricant stability, more consistency in operation and improved component life. Chris Nettleship, technical director at Metalube, explained why synthetic lubricants are more stable: “Mineral oils are prone to changes in particle size, which can lead to instability as the lubricant interacts with ions in reactive copper and hard water salts. “The result for the manufacturer is an upset in the overall balance of the fluid, leading to poor detergency, shortened fluid life and the need to add additional cleaning products. Synthetic fluids are less reactive lubricants and so run cleaner for longer, at lower concentrations, eliminating the need for additive products.”

›››

A new line in Melton Mowbray, UK

Material selection is determined by the balance of performance standards required for the application, specifically a balance of mechanical, thermal and electrical performance criteria, as well as fire testing requirements. includes LSHF (low-smoke, halogen-free)/HFFR (halogen-free, flame-retardant) com- pounds (Megolon), flame-retardant PVC compounds (GW series, Polivisol, Sylvin), TPE compounds (Garaflex), urethane alloys (Garathane), compounds designed for plenum spaces (Smokeguard), chlorin- ated polyethylene alloys (GCPE series) and semi-conducting cross-linkable compounds via a partnership with Shakun Polymers (Escontek). New developments for Category 6 data cable applications include thin-wall applications, needing to pass the B2 level of CPR testing (Class D & C). When used as sheathing, the Megolon compound helps to achieve the B2 performance rating (declaration of performance is available), and is designed to help eliminate cross talk. Mexichem Specialty Compounds https://alphagary.com Mikrotek Machines Ltd 09 B66 Mikrotek has designed and launched a new wire-polishing machine for resizing and re-polishing super-fine size diamond dies. The compound portfolio

Metalube uses synthetic technology in advanced lubrication solutions

Metalube is part of the Bishopdale Group of industrial lubricants brands, which also include Molyslip and UOP. The company exports 95 per cent of its production to more than 90 countries worldwide. Metalube www.metalube.co.uk Mexichem Specialty Compounds 14 C44 Alphagary/Mexichem Specialty Com- pounds, an Orbia company, is a global supplier of sheathing, insulation and spline compounds for a wide variety of copper and fibre optic wire and cable applications, including voice and data cables, power and control cables, and other speciality cables such as solar panel, railway and electric vehicle. The company’s materials enable cable designers around the world to meet fire safety regulation testing requirements, including those outlined in the European CPR B2 standard.

WPF-1S wire-polishing machine (with quick die-locking holder shown on right)

54

www.read-wca.com

May 2022