Polymers in Cables
Exploring trends and innovations in polymeric material solutions for the North American market
The global cables industry is constantly evolving, driven by new emerging technologies, end-user requirements and changing regulations. This creates a challenging business environment and it is imperative that all stakeholders understand the latest trends and developments to make informed decisions.
This theatre provides an update on the wire and cable market for the entire region, including the latest developments in the context of the industry landscape that cable producers and their suppliers currently operate in.
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Agenda summary
Innovations in Materials and Technologies
Find out the latest developments in cable polymers, including advancements in non-halogenated flame retardant systems, LSFOH compounds, biobased and recycled materials, and breakthrough processing technologies that enhance cable performance and sustainability.
Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
Explore the evolving cable landscape with insights into high-growth sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, and HVDC cables, and learn how your business can leverage these trends to expand market share and boost profitability.
Quality, Compliance, and Sustainability
Examine strategies for maintaining high quality and reliable performance, from selecting optimal crosslinking technologies and implementing robust testing methods to adapting to regulatory updates, addressing PFAS concerns, and advancing sustainability initiatives like reducing carbon footprint and improving end-of-life solutions.
Supply chain and cost management
Address the challenges and solutions surrounding cable industry supply chains, focusing on adapting to disruptions, ensuring access to key materials, and balancing quality requirements with cost-effectiveness in a competitive market.
Interested in speaking? Example topics include:
- Cable industry market trends and opportunities
- Exploring new opportunities for growth (EV, renewable energy cable, HVDC cable, etc)
- Finding non-halogenated FR Systems as the alternative to halogenated FR Systems
- Debates around LSFOH compounds
- Selecting crosslinking technologies
- New materials (biobased solution) and processing technologies
- Supply chain issuesn
- Quality vs cost
- Legislation updates that will affect the North American cables industry
- Implementation of reliable testing methods
- Sustainability considerations (end of life, carbon footprint, recycled resin)
- Digitalization and AI in cables industry
- PFAS
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