The wire and cable market has made considerable progress in recent years. Technological innovations, new materials and a growing awareness of environmental and safety standards are driving the industry forward. In this article, we take a look at some of the most notable developments and trends.
Innovative materials and applications
Melos GmbH offers a versatile portfolio of halogen-free, flame-retardant insulation, sheathing and bedding compounds that are used in a wide range of applications such as installation/house construction, fiber optic technology and special cables. We also develop halogenated insulation and sheathing compounds that meet special requirements in the aerospace, defense and automotive industries and can withstand temperatures of up to 225°C. Our solutions are recognized worldwide and are established in numerous industries.
Market trends and developments
Halogen-free insulation, bedding and sheathing compounds in particular are gaining acceptance in more and more sectors worldwide. This is due to their advantageous properties such as low flue gas density and low toxicity and corrosiveness of the flue gases.
Current market trends show an increasing importance of compounds with improved flame retardancy in order to meet the increasing demands on cables in the areas of installation and fiber optics.
Radiation-crosslinkable insulation and sheathing compounds offer improved flame retardancy as well as higher temperature and media resistance and are used in particular in the rolling stock and automotive sectors.
Future prospects
“With our broad portfolio, we are able to provide the cable market worldwide with suitable solutions, even for difficult applications. To this end, we work closely with our customers to find tailor-made solutions,” says Marcus Hohlweck, Head of the Industrial Compounding business segment. The close cooperation with our partners enables us to develop innovative products that meet the increasing demands of the market.
The future of the cable market will continue to be characterized by technological advances and increasing regulatory requirements. Companies that focus on sustainable, high-performance materials at an early stage and react flexibly to market requirements will be successful in the long term.
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