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Wire & Cable ASIA – May/June 2015
Technologynews
CANDOR Sweden AB
Tel: +46 11 21 75 00 Fax: +46 11 12 63 12
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Single wire plating plant
• Electrolytic plating
• Candojet hot water cleaning
• Electrolytic & Ultrasonic degreasing
• Welding wire cleaning and copper coating
• Pickling & phosphating
Ultrasonic
& Electrolytic
Multi wire cleaning plant
Mixer SpA has developed an MV EPDM
compound that no longer contains lead
oxide stabilisers. The material exhibits
both electrical and physical properties
that are comparable to leaded
compounds. The properties have
already been tested on cables
complying with 100 per cent of
European specification requirements.
Based in Northern Italy, the company
can produce 30,000 tons per year and
exports, to more than 20 countries
worldwide, its range of products,
including insulation, jacketing and
bedding; for low and medium voltage
power cables; peroxide and irradiation
crosslinking; halogen free, fire
resistance, low smoke and oil resistant.
In EPDM compounding the rubber resin
is mixed with other additives to improve
the mechanical and electrical
properties. Lead chemicals are used as
stabiliser in today’s commercially
available EPDM compounds for
medium voltage (MV) insulations for
water-resistant long-lasting perfor-
mances.
In the European community, red lead
oxide is listed in REACH SVHC
(Substances of Very High Concern),
forcing MV cable producers to
substitute the material with a
non-leaded alternative.
Mixer SpA – Italy
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SCHLEUNIGER Inc, an international
manufacturer of high-precision wire
processing machines, recently
displayed its newest cut and strip
machine, the MultiStrip 9480. The
machine’s high resolution indexing
cutter head and programmable rotary
incision capability set the benchmark
for high precision processing of
coaxial and other shielded cables.
The MultiStrip 9480 family offers
various machine versions to meet
specific production needs. With many
additional options and accessories,
the MultiStrip 9480 can handle a
range of applications. Designed with
efficiency in mind, the SmartBlade
system and magnetically held guides
increase output and maximise
production by reducing changeover
times.
Another new product is the PreFeeder
4300, a compact cable feeding
system for cable reels weighing up to
400kg (880lb.). The system
distinguishes itself through its simple
design and ease of use. The shaftless
design for easy loading and unloading
of reels along with motorised axes
allow reel handing with just one
person. The machine’s high feeding
dynamic allows for higher production
rates and increases the economic
efficiency of the entire processing line.
There is also the CT 65, a hydraulic
press with 15 tons of crimping force. It
features quick-release mechanisms for
fast die changes as well as
programmable die close and open
positions to minimise stroke and
processing times. Up to 30 jobs can
be stored in the memory for easy recall
and programs can be secured with a
key switch.
The UniCrimp 100 is a benchtop
crimping machine that delivers up to
two tons of force. The safety guards
can be completely opened to allow
easy access to the working area along
with simple, fast changeover,
adjustment and set up times. The
UniCrimp 100 accepts most
applicators on the market and provides
quality crimping for wires up to 6mm2
(10 AWG).
Schleuniger Inc – Switzerland
Website:
New machines from Schleuniger
New compounds minus the lead oxide stabilisers
❍ MultiStrip 9480 from Schleuniger