Wire processing specialist, Meltech Engineering Ltd is announcing a new approach to manufacturing silicone rubber coated, single and multi-core wires, and jacketed cables on stand 9E 25 at Wire 2006. Requiring less space yet achieving high production speeds, the Meltech machines are cost-effective, entry level alternatives to current production technologies for both silicone rubber coated wires and jacketed cables.

Meltech Engineering manufactures a range of in-line furnace, strand annealing and automated winding equipment. It offers a complete manufacturing line for silicone rubber that needs less space, is easier to operate than existing steam vulcanising machines, and with typical production speeds of 140 metres per minute.

The Meltech jacketing line features an innovation in production of flame retardant wire. Until now manufacture of jacketed wire has been a three-stage process, Meltech has reduced this to two-stages: manufacture of coated wire and jacketing using Meltech’s proprietary SZ strander technology.

"Our machines are designed to lower the market entry cost for manufacturers. The combination of high speed throughout and compact size of the production lines makes a compelling business case for any company wishing to break into the wire and cable manufacturing market," commented Peter Drever, sales and marketing director, Meltech Engineering Ltd.

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