Helukabel, West Dundee, Ill., recently announced that it has added two new cable accessories to its product portfolio – the HELUTOP MS-EP5 and the Cu Grounding Strap. The HELUTOP MS-EP5 is a fifth generation EMC gland that is used to ground a cable system and protect against EMC noise when bringing cables into panels or […]
VFD cables enhanced with XLPE insulation to meet electrical installation codes
HELUKABEL recently announced that select TOPFLEX and TOPSERV VFD cable products have upgraded their conductor insulation material to XLPE from PVC/nylon to stay ahead of the curve as the industry transitions towards an electrical installation code update that requires the use of RHH, RHW, RHW-2, XHH, XHHW and XHHW-2 insulation. The product-specific cable types being […]
An update on VFD cable design requirements
VFD cables have had to adjust over the years to meet the changing needs of the motors they run. New changes in the Electrical Installation Code will facilitate more updates in the coming years. Contributed by Neal Allen, Vice President of Engineering, HELUKABEL USA The variable frequency drive (VFD) cable business has become an extremely […]
HELUKABEL USA officially opens new U.S. headquarters
HELUKABEL recently held an open house and “cable ribbon”-cutting ceremony to officially open its new 75,000-ft2 U.S. headquarters in suburban Chicago. The new facility sits on an 8-acre parcel in the Oakview Corporate Park at 1201 Wesemann Drive in West Dundee. This is the first phase of a buildout that allows for future on-site expansions […]
HELUKABEL launches new industrial Ethernet plug-and-play solution
HELUKABEL now supplies pre-assembled data cables for industrial Ethernet systems. With molded M12 and RJ45 industrial connectors, customers can modularly assemble any possible combination of cables and connectors to “design” a product built exactly for their needs. As a system provider of cables, wires and accessories, HELUKABEL is able to offer customers an extensive range […]
Single-cable solutions simplify servomotor design
Single-cable solutions for servomotors are becoming increasingly popular as they require less connection technology, which leads to quicker installation and overall cost savings. Unlike the traditional two-cable solution in which the servomotor is connected to the controller by separate power and feedback cables, the single-cable solution integrates the motor feedback cable into the servo’s power […]
Servomotor, feedback Cables Receive UL-Certified Temperature Upgrade
HELUKABEL announced today that their entire TOPSERV and TOPGEBER product portfolio of servomotor power and feedback cables are receiving a heat-resistance upgrade from 80°C to 90°C. The company is the first European manufacturer to obtain this certified UL style. Currently, the UL style market standard is 80°C. From a technical perspective though, higher heat resistance […]
HELUKABEL breaks ground on new U.S. headquarters
HELUKABEL, a major global manufacturer and supplier of cable, wires and accessories, held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday, November 9 for its new U.S. headquarters. The eight-acre property is located in the Chicago suburb of West Dundee. The initial buildout will be for a 75,000-square-foot facility, with 7,000 square feet allotted for office space and the remaining […]
Servo and feedback cables UL-approved to 90°C
HELUKABEL, with U.S. operations based in Elgin, Ill., just announced it is upgrading the entire TOPSERV and TOPGEBER product portfolio from 80°C to 90°C UL styles. Servo and feedback cables with higher heat resistance benefit from a longer service life, making them preferred in motor environments. Tests confirm that the conductor insulation maintained excellent thermal […]
Operations Begin at HELUKABEL’s Expanded Factory
Construction of the extension to HELUKABEL’s production plant in Windsbach, Germany has successfully been completed. The new building provides more than 96,875 square feet of additional office, laboratory and production space. One of the project’s objectives was to consolidate global R&D activities into one location. The newly created engineering center houses additional test and inspection…
Webinar: Data, Network & Bus Technology: From A-Z
Watch On-Demand Now! Go Here>> This Webcast originally broadcast Thursday, September 29, 2016 11:30am EDT/8:30am PDT A complete overview of data, network and bus cable technology. Explore the differences in data cable categories, Industrial Ethernet designations and installation requirements, as well as the importance of choosing the proper connector. Attendees will learn: The evolution of…
New HELUEVENT hybrid cable bundles video, audio and electrical components
HELUKABEL, Elgin, Ill., recently announced its latest media technology cable – the HELUEVENT Hybrid. This cable combines video, audio and electrical components and is highly flexible at the…
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TRAYCONTROL 600 and 600-C now certified for OIL RES II usage
HELUKABEL, one of the world’s leading cable manufacturers, recently announced that its TRAYCONTROL 600 and TRAYCONTROL 600-C control cable products have passed the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) Oil Resistance…
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HELUKABEL Adds Five Cables to its CC-Link Cable Product Offering
HELUKABEL recently announced that it has received Control and Communication Link (CC-Link) approval for five HELUKAT data cables. HELUKABEL, which joined the CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) in 2014…
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How much importance does shielding have on my VFD cable selection?
Variable frequency drives emit electrical noise, which can interfere with other circuits. This interference can cause motor torque loss or cause motors to stall out or fail completely….
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Stressing cables to their limits to ensure quality
by Thomas Pikkemaat, HELUKABEL Commercial Plant Manager, Windsbach and Product Manager, Drive Technology Test centers with chain conveyor and torsion test systems for cables and wires are critical…
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HELUKABEL holds ground-breaking ceremony for manufacturing plant expansion
HELUKABEL held a ground-breaking ceremony in mid-September for the construction of a new expansion at its manufacturing plant in Windsbach, Germany. Once completed in the fall of 2016,…
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HELUKABEL launches industrial plug connector with PROFINET fast connection technology
HELUKABEL presents its new PROFINET plug connector, the HELUKAT RJ45 Cat5 IP20, which has built-in fast connection technology. The Fieldbus-compatible plug comes in a linear and angled design….
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Helukabel publishes first-ever aluminum cable catalog
Helukabel has published its first-ever aluminum catalog, which presents its extensive range of aluminum cables and conductors, as well as information about proper processing techniques and the associated…
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When should I use twisted pair versus coaxial cables?
Most everyone knows what coaxial cables are, as they are used in almost every home for cable television connections. These data cables are also popular in local area…
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Fast connection to PROFINET
PROFINET plug connector, the HELUKAT RJ45 Cat5 IP20, has built-in fast connection technology. The Fieldbus-compatible plug comes in a linear and angled design. It is therefore suited for industrial use in tight installation spaces. HELUKAT has colored contact elements that prevent the installer from committing connection errors. The clear labeling matches the wire sequence of…
Industry 4.0 needs intelligent cable
In Europe, the Internet of Things is more commonly known as Industry 4.0 or Integrated Industry. In this Q&A, Horst Messerer, Sales Manager for Data, Network & BUS Technology at HELUKABEL, discusses the cable technology requirements for the smart factory of the future. Q: What is the importance of the Internet of Things/Industry 4.0 beyond…
TOPFLEX family adds to XLPE-Insulated Cable Portfolio
HELUKABEL, one of the leading cable manufacturers, has added two new motor connection cables to its TOPFLEX product family: the TOPFLEX-EMV-UV-3 PLUS 2XSLCYK-J and the TOPFLEX-EMV-UV-2XSLCYK-J – which…
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HELUKABEL’s cables have been specified for Ford manufacturing operations
HELUKABEL, Elgin, Ill., has announced that five of its cable families have been specified for use in Ford Motor Company’s manufacturing operations. Products approved cover control, power and…
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Tool free cable gland
HELUKABEL, one of the world’s leading cable manufacturers has introduced its latest cable gland technology that quickly and simply relieves stress and strain on cables – the HELUTOP…
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