Hexpol acquires Italy’s Vipa Group
Hexpol will acquire 100% of Italy’s Vipa Group, a producer of thermoplastic compounds for the wire and cable segment. The transaction is intended to strengthen the group’s Thermoplastic Compounding offering.
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Sikora and Jiangxi Cable are supporting the modernisation of the production line
Jiangxi Cable is using Sikora X-RAY 8000 Advanced and X-RAY 8700 NXT systems on two new VCV lines for 500 kV extra-high voltage cables. The equipment supports in-line measurement and control of wall thickness, eccentricity and diameter.
Efficient quality control on the Sioplas production line: RR Kabel opts for a Sikora device
RR Kabel applies Sikora’s X-RAY 8700 NXT for real-time measurement and control in SIOPLAS cable production lines. The system measures wall thickness, diameter, eccentricity and other parameters at the hot position of the line.
BGS: Plastic components for energy infrastructure – radiation-crosslinked plastics in practice
High-voltage cables, district heating couplings, battery storage systems, hydrogen tanks, smart grids – energy infrastructure is diverse and complex. All these components have one thing in common: they must meet extreme requirements. Radiation-crosslinked plastics play a key role here.
Omya to distribute SkypeL TPE-E in Europe
Omya Performance Polymer Distribution has become SK Chemicals’ distribution partner for SkypeL TPE-E thermoplastic polyester elastomers in European markets. The agreement will take effect on July 1, 2026 and covers sales, technical support and application development.
Delta Tecnic reduces the carbon footprint of masterbatches
Delta Tecnic is analysing and modifying masterbatch formulations for cables and PVC to reduce emissions at the source. The company states that its new range based on recycled-origin raw materials can lower the carbon footprint by 30%.
Ampacet Showcases ELTech Masterbatch Solutions for the E&E Market at Wire 2026
Ampacet, a global leader in masterbatch solutions, will present its advanced ELTech product range at Wire 2026, highlighting innovative color and flame-retardant solutions designed for power and telecommunication cables as well as optical fiber tubing.
Delta Tecnic to present masterbatches at Wire Southeast Asia
Delta Tecnic will highlight color and additive masterbatch solutions for fluoropolymers, HFFR TPU cables, photovoltaic installations and PBT buffer tubes at Wire Southeast Asia 2025 in Bangkok. The company will exhibit at stand K40 from September 17 to 19 at Bitec halls 102-103.
Hasco Wiring test device H1210/… - for faster and more reliable testing
With the new wiring test device H1210/…, Hasco has set new standards in the fast and reliable testing of hot runner moulds. The compact, battery-operated testing device recognises electrical connections such as heating elements, temperature sensors, earth faults, and wiring errors in the space of seconds - directly and unmistakably.
KraussMaffei Extrusion fuels growth in the Cable-Compound-Market
KraussMaffei Extrusion now offers machine technology with the flexible ZE BluePower, which processes formulations with halogen-free flame retardants in polyolefins - as an alternative to conventional cable formulations based on halogenated flame retardants.
Borealis and Borouge expand global XLPE and Semicon capacity
By the end of 2027, Borealis and Borouge will have doubled their ability to serve the most demanding power cable applications, enabling their customers to deliver on the energy transition.
Ampacet unveils its ELTech masterbatch solutions at K Fair 2025
Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, offers a wide range of innovative solutions designed to enhance safety, durability, and efficiency in cables, connectors and other electrical and electronic equipment.
Delta Tecnic takes its masterbatch to another level
The company manages to reduce the amount of Masterbatch needed to 1% on average without compromising quality and allowing cost savings of up to 30%.
Effective elimination of impurities in XLPE and PP guarantees insulation quality
Plastics used for the insulation of medium, high and extra-high voltage cables must meet the highest standards of purity. The two most common materials are XLPE (cross-linkable polyethylene) and PP (polypropylene). Both materials have their specific advantages, but also special requirements that must be considered in the extrusion process.
Ampacet offers a comprehensive portfolio of PFAS-free processing aids (PPA)
Ampacet offers a comprehensive portfolio of PFAS-free Polymer Processing Aids (PPA), providing an effective alternative to conventional fluorinated PPA masterbatches.
Delta Tecnic increases flexibility in the manufacture of medium voltage cables
Global electrification demands more efficient and adaptable distribution networks. In this constantly evolving scenario, Delta Tecnic is making a difference with its range of masterbatches that protect against adverse effects.
Polyimide Coated Magnet Wires: Advantage in >800V EV
Aurum has the highest Tg of any commercially available Thermoplastic - 245°C - and its insulation performance especially at temperatures above 150°C beats any other know insulation.
Efficient cable recycling with Lindner’s Polaris 2800
Loacker Recycling thanks to the recycling concept developed in-house, the company can achieve the highest possible copper recovery at low processing costs.
Safic-Alcan extends its distribution agreement with Nouryon in EU
Safic-Alcan enters into an agreement with Nouryon to distribute the Perkadox and Trigonox crosslinking peroxides across Europe as of the 1st January 2023.
Rubber industry in Poland
The beginnings of the rubber industry in Poland were in the first half of the 19th century
R&P Polyplastic took part in “Cable business - 2020”
The “Cable business - 2020” conference organized by the cable industry media leader RusCable.ru finished its work in Saint Petersburg.
Borealis launches ADCA-free HE1355 for telecommunications cables
Borealis launches innovative, ADCA-free compound HE1355 for telecommunications cables. It is world’s first chemically-foamed, high density polyethylene grade free of azodicarbonamide
Inspection and analysis of XLPE and HPTE insulating material
Plastics used for the insulation of medium, high- and extra-high voltage cables have to comply with the highest purity standards.
Borealis launches first ADCA-free material solution for data cables
Borealis launches the innovative grade HE4883, an ADCA-free material solution for physically foamed
Wacker unveils new electrically conductive rubber dispersion
At K 2016 Wacker will unveil new electrically conductive silicone rubber dispersion for the cable industry.
Chemours at Wire 2016
At Wire 2016 The Chemours Company presents its broad portfolio of Teflon resins for the wire & cable industry.
New halogen-free jacketing compound for cables
Halguard 58300 Series HFFR compounds from Teknor Apex exhibit high oxygen indices, enabling compliance with UL1685 FT-4 Vertical Tray Test.
New compound technology for HVDC cables
Borealis and Borouge announced a step-change high voltage direct current (HVDC) innovation based on the Borlink technology platform.
New investments of Borealis and Borouge
The main aim of two new projects is to ensure the availability of high-quality compounds for power cables.
New Flexalloy PVC elastomer compounds for electric vehicle charger cable
Two Flexalloy PVC elastomer compounds from Teknor Apex Company provide manufacturers of charger cable for electric vehicles (EVs) with more cost-effective alternatives to other elastomers in both insulation and jacketing, the company announced.