By James Moorman, Vice President of Sales Legacy fleets that are operating today and approaching the end of their service life will be analyzed by asset owners and technicians on whether these aging turbines can be overhauled to continue operating or be decommissioned. For wind farm operators who decide to overhaul and repower their existing…
We hold true to the motto ‘Think Global, Act Local’
By Michael Hamsa, Head of Supply Chain Management The Corona crisis has exposed weaknesses in the supply chains of many companies. There are several ways though that they can be made more crisis- and future-proof. From our perspective, the primary leverages for this are short distances, secure supplies and the increased digitalization and automation of…
The Advantages of Aluminum as a Conductor Material
Copper or aluminum? Choosing conductive metals for different industries and applications can be a challenge. Copper has become the standard in cables and wires because of its excel-lent conductivity and malleability. However, it is relatively heavy and expensive compared to aluminum. Switching to aluminum, which is lighter and significantly less costly than copper, is a…
Aluminium as a Conductor Material: A Lighter and More Economical Alternative
Choosing conductive metals for different industries and applications can be a challenge. Copper is often used in cables and wires because of its excellent conductivity and malleability. But it is relatively heavy and expensive compared to aluminum. Switching to aluminum, which is lighter and significantly less costly than copper, is a viable option in many…
HELUKABEL adds to international growth & opens two new branches
HELUKABEL, a global manufacturer and cable, wire, and accessories supplier, is enhancing its global distribution channels by opening local subsidiaries in Mexico and Brazil. “Seeing the rising demand for our products in Central and South America meant now is the right time to open our own subsidiaries to grow even closer to our customers,” said Mark Luksch,…
Helukabel’s XLPE-Insulated TRAYCONTROL X surpasses mechanical tests
The TRAYCONTROL X passed the UL -40°C Cold Bend Test and a HELUKABEL torsion test of 10,000 torsion cycles.
What should guide the selection of cables in a wind turbine?
Technicians should first inspect the dimension of the conductor to ensure that it is able to carry the rated current levels.
New standards for wind-turbine cables
Underwriters Laboratories’ standards UL 6141 and UL 6142 are the first American safety standards developed specifically for wind turbines. These UL standards are intended to simplify the approval process for wind-turbine electrical systems and cables. In this WindTalk podcast, Bruce McDonald, Key Account Manager for HELUKABEL USA, a supplier of cables, wires, and related accessories for the…
HELUKABEL continues global expansion with 26th subsidiary
HELUKABEL, a global cable manufacturers, has opened a new branch in Portugal, its 26th branch worldwide. Cables and wires— from conventional control cables to highly flexible data cables, predominantly for industrial applications — will soon be stored in a 6,500-square-foot warehouse. The branch will initially be run by a sales and logistics team of four…
HELUKABEL to showcase medium-voltage and fiber-optic cable solutions at WINDPOWER 2016
HELUKABEL, a leading cable manufacturer, will be highlighting its medium-voltage aluminum and fiber-optic cable capabilities at WINDPOWER 2016 being held in New Orleans, LA on May 23 to 26. This show brings together wind industry innovators, thought leaders, and policy makers from all over the world to chart wind energy’s course into the future. The American…
HELUKABEL holds ground-breaking ceremony for expansion of manufacturing plant in Germany
HELUKABEL, a global cable manufacturer, recently held a ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a new expansion at its manufacturing plant in Windsbach, Germany. Once completed in the fall of 2016, the new building will offer more than 96,875-sq. ft. of additional office, laboratory, and production space. The expansion also allows HELUKABEL to combine its…
HELUKABEL publishes first-ever Aluminum Cable Catalog
Cable manufacturer 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 connection technology. It is the first catalog of its kind to appear on the market. Aluminum cables have a long history at HELUKABEL. Thanks to…
HELUKABEL introduces new cable technologies for the wind industry
HELUKABEL, a global cable manufacturer, will introduce their latest cabling technologies for wind energy at the industry’s leading annual conference and exhibition, WINDPOWER 2015. One of the largest wind energy events in North America, WINDPOWER 2015 takes place in Orlando, Florida, May 18-21, and will gather thousands of industry professionals to promote unity within the…
Choosing for the right cable for wind-turbine communications
Data and communication cables are essential to wind-turbine operations. To meet the physical demands and harsh-operating environments, fiber optic and Bus-Ethernet cables have advantages over others. Uwe Schenk / Global Segment Manager – Wind • HELUKABEL USA • www.helukabel.com Wind turbines are one of the most highly automated pieces of industrial equipment. By sensing changes…
Photoblog: AWEA Windpower 2014, Day Two
Windpower 2014 attendees: Read the most recent windpower news on the Windpower Engineering and Development homepage, check our Twitter (@windpower_eng) for updates from the show floor, and each day watch out for a new photoblog! Missed yesterday’s photoblog? See it here.
HELUKABEL continues international growth with three new affiliates
Cable manufacturer HELUKABEL has further expanded its global reach by adding local branches in three strategic markets. During 2013 Q3, new affiliates were launched in the United Kingdom and the Middle East, and in the beginning of 2013 Q4, HELUKABEL Indonesia became the 23rd affiliate to join the global network. “The addition of local affiliates…
HELUKABEL to showcase aluminum cable connection technology at WINDPOWER 2013
Cable manufacturer HELUKABEL will participate in the American Wind Energy Association’s WINDPOWER Conference and Exhibition in Chicago, IL (booth #1765) on May 5 to 8, and showcasing its complete range of cabling products capable of equipping the entire turbine – from rotor tip to tower base. The company will display its latest cable-lug-crimp technology to…
HELUKABEL expands operations with new Canadian Sales & Distribution Facility
HELUKABEL, a manufacturer of cable, wire, and cable accessories, announced today that its North American operations are growing with the opening of its HELUKABEL Canada headquarters in the heart of Canada’s industrial sector, Toronto, Ontario. The new facility, located at 3620B Laird Road, # 4 in the Greater Toronto Area of Mississauga, will house Canadian…
Cable manufacturer expands, moves into new digs
A 40,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Elgin, Ill will now carry 3,600 Helukabel line items in stock. The warehouse will also be equipped with a high-speed spooler for standard size cables and a heavy-duty spooler for kcmil (MCM) size cables to increase the speed with which orders can be processed, packaged and shipped out to…
Flexible aluminum power cables introduced to U.S. and Canada
Aluminum power cables for wind turbines took a giant leap forward with the introduction of Helukabel’s Heluwind WK Powerline ALU. This power cable is made of finely-stranded aluminum and is highly flexible, providing the performance capabilities of a standard copper cable, but at a fraction of the cost. “Because the Powerline ALU is made of…