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Quad-Lock for tough environments
Torus Quad-Lock fencing, from UK fencing
manufacturer Tornado Wire, uses continuous
horizontal and vertical wires, joined with a
high-pressure bonded knot. This, says the
manufacturer, gives four-way movement
resistance which makes it ideal for extreme
environments. Mesh sizes can be as small
as 50mm x 50mm, making it suitable for any
agricultural or equestrian application.
As well providing strength to the mesh, the
Torus knot is small and unobtrusive and
the small mesh sizes create a wide range
of new product options, says managing
director Kenny Campbell.
Reel cables for cranes
In partnership with the Dangjin coal-fired
power complex of Korea East–West Power
(KEWP), LS Cable & System has developed
special cables for industrial cranes used in
power plants and ports.
The partnership has developed two types
of cable; a composite optical–electrical
cable (6/10kV) and a power supply cable
(0.6/1kV), both now in use at the Dangjin
coal-fired power complex. The optical–
electrical cable is for cranes that transport
large freight containers. It consists of a
power supply cable and a communication
cable for control and monitoring equipment.
A power supply cable is designed for small
cranes and conveyor systems.
Both cables are specially designed for
increased abrasion resistance and tensile
strength and to prevent cable twisting. A
tough textile braided sheath covers the
cables to prevent twisting, then a smooth
flame retardant polychloroprene coating
is applied to the outer surface to protect
the cable against moisture, oils, solvents
and chemicals. According to LS Cable &
System, the cables will function even under
extreme conditions including fire, extreme
bending and heavy loads.
New products for Walro Flex
Manufacturer Walro Flex has expanded its
product range to include double-insulated
welding and blasting cable. The compa-
ny started production of its blasting cable
for detonation applications in the mining