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.
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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
