In 1998, Cicoil developed an ultra-pure cable jacketing material which is ideally suited for highly flexible and high-performance flat cable applications. This Cicoil-exclusive material named Flexx-Sil, is a unique, engineered polymer that includes the best aspects of silicone rubber, without the impurities and additives found in common silicone polymers. Cicoil’s Patented Flexx-Sil rubber offers a […]
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FDA-compliant cable entry plates for food and pharmaceutical industries
The KEL-DPZ-HD FDA-compliant cable entry plates from icotek have been specially developed for the use in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Considering the Hygienic Design guidelines, icotek took great care to make the surface very smooth so that there are no dirt-collecting recesses on the visible side. The outer contour radius of 6 mm — instead […]
Liquid-tight cable conduit withstands harsh cleaning processes of food industry
AFC Cable Systems’ newest Liquid-Tuff Liquid Tight flexible conduit is designed specifically for splash zones, making it ideal for food equipment and devices, meat packing, restaurants, food processing, and poultry packing. The Splash Zone Liquid Tight Conduit features a moisture-, oil-, and sunlight-resistant polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket that inhibits bacteria growth and won’t degrade due […]
Food-safe control and motor cables for food and beverage industry
LUTZE Inc, a manufacturer of industrial control, network and power cables, is launching a new line of food safe control and motor cables for the food and beverage industry. LUTZE SILFLEX FBP cables are designed to meet both UL and FDA requirements solving the compliance challenge many food and beverage machine builders and processing companies […]
FDA-compliant M12 cables for food and beverage applications
AutomationDirect now offers harsh duty micro cables that are FDA compliant for food and beverage applications. The new FDA-compliant M12 quick-disconnect cables are IP69K rated to withstand high pressure, high temperature wash-down applications. These harsh-duty quick-disconnect cables and patch cables are used to easily connect field devices in industrial installations. The FDA compliant IP69K rating […]
Ty-Fast Ag+ bacteria-resistant cable ties are industry’s first to inhibit microbial growth
Ty-Fast Ag+ bacteria-resistant cable ties, new from Thomas & Betts (T&B), a member of the ABB Group, are the industry’s first cable ties to inhibit microbial growth, says T&B. This helps to reduce infection rates and the spread of bacteria. Molded from an FDA-compliant nylon resin blended with an EPA-registered antimicrobial silver ion additive, patent-pending […]
Molex’s Flamar weld-slag and oil-resistant cables earn key approvals
Molex announced that two types of cables from Flamar, a Molex company, achieved new approvals which expand their potential use in food and beverage and industrial automation. Weld-Slag and Oil-Resistant (WSOR) cables from Flamar are now compatible with Ecolab products. The cables underwent thorough tests at Ecolab laboratories, including multiple weeks of being exposed and […]
BuyStrainRelief.com offers stainless-steel connectors for watertight protection
BuyStrainRelief.com is expanding its line of strain-relief wire connectors to include corrosion-resistant stainless steel connectors. The wire strain-relief products, sold under the Cantop name, are used to insulate and seal control cabinets from water and dust intrusion where wires and tubing enter the cabinets. The connectors also fasten the wires more securely to the […]
New FDA-approved metallic cable gland from Lapp
Featuring FDA approved material for a wide range of food and beverage and pharmaceutical applications, the Lapp Group introduces the new Skintop Hygienic stainless steel cable gland. This gland meets IP68 and 69K standards and is designed to withstand high pressure and high-temperature washdowns. With special design features that prevent microorganisms and bacteria from sticking […]
Where are antimicrobial cables used?
A number of manufacturers make antimicrobial cables, which are used primarily in food, beverage and medical manufacturing and packaging applications to prevent bacterial growth. Cables used in these applications not only require a tough, clean jacket, but must also be able to withstand harsh chemicals, a range of extreme temperatures, and abrasion and crushing. They […]
