Cables for cranes, gantry cranes, overhead cranes, festoons and elevators
Cables for winders, festoons and transport systems
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX (SMK) (N)SHTÖU-J
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile use.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green.
– Conductors twisted in layers.
– central aramid element.
– Inner cover: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile use in black.
– Textile fabric between the inner and outer cover.
– External cover: CEAC™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile applications resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases, lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– External cover in black or yellow.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Test voltage: 2500V
– Bending radius: in accordance with VDE 0298 part 3.
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
– Resist. of insulation: Min.20 MΩX Km at 20 ° C.
Fire behavior: in accordance with IEC 60332-2-1
Identification
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX(SMK) (N)SHTÖU-J n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free cable for winders/winders that require high mechanical tensile strength, highly flexible for elevators or lifting systems, festoon systems, conveyor installations, vertical spreaders, underground and surface mining, among others. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases, lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering. Silicone-free during production. Used for speeds of up to 180 m/min. Textile tape between the inner and outer cover. Aramid central element. Tensile strength max. 30 N/mm².
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +130°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request.
– Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX PUR-HF
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: INNOVLON special compound.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Layered twisted conductors.
– central textile element.
– Inner cover: PUR special for mobile use.
– Textile fabric between the inner and outer cover.
– External cover: PUR special for mobile applications, resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerant fluids, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Voltage test: 2500V
– Bending radius: Fixed use: 12 xd / Mobile use: 6 xd
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
– Resist. of insulation: Min.20 MΩX Km at 20 ° C.
Identification
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX PUR-HF n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free cable for heavy winders (vertical and horizontal), highly flexible for elevators or lifting systems, conveyor installations, mobile engines, railway engines and agricultural and construction site devices. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerants, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering. Free of silicone during production. Reduced diameter and weight compared to other cables. Used for speeds of up to 180 m/min. Permanent tensile load without supporting elementmax. 25 N/mm². It can be applied for use in water up to 50 m deep.
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +90°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request. Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
– Upon request we can produce in PUR AC (Flame-Resistant), with fire behavior: in accordance with IEC 60332-1
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX PUR-HF SCATTER
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: INNOVLON special compound.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Layered twisted conductors.
– central aramid element.
– Inner cover: PUR special for mobile use.
– Textile fabric between the inner and outer cover.
– External cover: PUR special for mobile applications, resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerant fluids, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Voltage test: 4000V
– Bending radius: Fixed use: 12 xd / Mobile use: 6 xd
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
– Resist. of insulation: Min.20 MΩX Km at 20 ° C.
Identification
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX PUR-HF SCATTER n (G) X mm² 0.6/1Kv OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free cable for heavy winders (vertical and horizontal), highly flexible for elevators or lifting systems, conveyor installations, vertical spreaders, mobile engines, railway engines and agricultural and construction site devices. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerants, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering. Free of silicone during production. Reduced diameter and weight compared to other cables. Used for speeds of up to 240 m/min, vertically 180 m/min. Textile fabric between the inner and outer cover. Permanent tensile load without supporting element max. 25 N/mm². It can be applied for use in water up to 50 m deep.
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +90°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request. Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
– Upon request we can produce in PUR AC (Flame-Resistant), with fire behavior: in accordance with IEC 60332-1
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX (K)NSHTÖU-J / (N)SHTÖU-J
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile use.
– Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Support elements: In textile fiber
– Layered twisted conductors.
– Inner cover: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile use.
– Anti-torsion mesh: Wide polyester mesh between the inner and outer layer.
– External cover: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile applications; resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases and lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Voltage test: 2500V
– Bending radius: in accordance with VDE 0298 part 3.
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
– Resist. of insulation: Min.20 MΩX Km at 20 ° C.
Identification
INNOVCABLE REELFLEX (K)NSHTÖU-J / (N)SHTÖU-J n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free cable for winders/coilers, where resistance to tensile tension and directed force tension is required at the same time. For industrial and commercial use, in civil and agricultural works, among other segments. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases and lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering. Silicone-free during production. Used for speeds of up to 120 m/min. Textile fabric between the inner and outer cover. Maximum tensile strength 20 N/mm².
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +130°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request.
– Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE (N) GRDGCGÖU (C)-FC (EMV)
– Conductor material: tinned copper wires.
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound.
-Vein colors: colored veins with or without earth green (G).
– Conductors twisted in layers.
– Inner cover: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile applications.
– Shielding: Tinned copper mesh covering approximately 80%.
– External cover: CEAC™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile applications; resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases and lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Voltage test: 2500V
– Bending radius: in accordance with VDE 0298 part 3.
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
Fire behavior: Flame retardant in accordance with IEC 60332 -2-1
Identification
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE (N) GRDGCGÖU (C)-FC (EMV) n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free power and control cable, which requires very high mechanical demands, and is often bent. It has protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI). For use in lifting systems, overhead cranes, trolleys, festoons, moving parts of machines, conveyor installations. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress, no failures in data transmission. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases and lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone, weathering, flame retardant. Silicone-free during production.
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +130°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request.
– Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE (N) GRDGÖU
– Conductor material: tinned copper wires.
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Layered twisted conductors.
– Shielding (only applied to Bus cables when required in the product configuration): Individually shielded Bus cables (approximate coverage of 60%) or twisted and shielded pairs (approximate coverage of 80%).
– Inner cover: CECO™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile applications.
– External cover: CEAC™ Special Elastomeric Compound for mobile applications, resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases and lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Voltage test: 2500V
– Bending radius: in accordance with VDE 0298 part 3.
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
– Fire behavior: flame retardant in accordance with IEC 60332-2-1.
Identification
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE (N) GRDGÖU n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free power and control cable, which requires very high mechanical demands, and is often bent. Some formations have protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI). For use in lifting systems, trolleys, festoons, moving parts of machines, conveyor installations, baskets. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress, used in low winding systems. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, splashes of oils, greases and lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone, weathering and flame retardant. Silicone-free during production.
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +130°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request.
– Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE-C-PUR-HF
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: INNOVLON special compound.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Layered twisted conductors.
– Central textile element.
– Inner cover: PUR special for mobile use.
– Polyester tape + tinned copper mesh 85% coverage.
– External cover: PUR special for mobile applications; resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerant fluids, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering, flexible at low temperatures.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Test voltage: 2500 V
– Bending radius: Fixed use: 12 xd / Mobile use: 7.5 xd
– Conductor resistance: according to VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5
Identification
INNOVCABLE-FESTOONCABLE-C-PUR-HF n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free power and control cable, which requires very high mechanical demands, and is often bent. It has protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI). For use in lifting systems, trolleys, festoons, moving parts of machines, conveyor installations. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress, used in low winding systems. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerants, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering. Free of silicone during production. Used for speeds of up to 240 m/min. Permanent tensile load without supporting element max. 25 N/mm². It can be applied for use in water up to 50 m deep.
– Also available with shielded pairs. (see table).
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +90°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request. Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice
– Upon request we can produce in PUR AC (Anti-Flame), with fire behavior: in accordance with IEC 60332-2-1
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE PUR-HF
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: INNOVLON special compound.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Layered twisted conductors.
– Central textile element.
– External cover: PUR special for mobile applications; resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, impacts, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerant fluids, gasoline, kerosene, UV, ozone and bad weather.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Voltage test: 2,500V
– Bending radius: Fixed use: 12 xd / Mobile use: 6 xd
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
Identification
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE PUR-HF n(G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Halogen-free power and control cable, which requires very high mechanical demands, and is often bent. For use in lifting systems, trolleys, festoons, moving parts of machines, conveyor installations. Excellent lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress, used in low winding systems. Resistant to hydrolysis, oxidation, heat, flexible at low temperatures, abrasion, oils, greases, lubricants, refrigerants, gasoline, kerosene, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering. Free of silicone during production. Used for speeds of up to 240 m/min. Permanent tensile load without supporting element max. 25 N/mm². It can be applied for use in water up to 50 m deep.
Maximum Conductor Temperature
Min/max: -40°C / +90°C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request. Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
– Upon request we can produce in PUR AC (Flame-Resistant), with fire behavior: in accordance with IEC 60332-2-1
INNOVCABLE FESTOONCABLE-C-PVC-HF
– Conductor material: bare copper wires
– Conductor class: according to DIN VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 cl. 5
– Vein Isolation: INNOVLON special compound.
-Vein colors: sequentially numbered black or white veins with or without earth green (G) according to VDE 0293.
– Layered twisted conductors.
– Central textile element.
– Inner cover: special PVC for mobile use.
– Polyester tape + tinned copper mesh 85% coverage.
– External cover: Special PVC for mobile applications, resistant to oils, greases, lubricants, resistance to UV, ozone and weathering.
– Black outer cover.
– Nominal voltage: 0.6/1KV.
– Test voltage: 2500 V
– Bending radius: Fixed use: 12 xd / Mobile use: 7.5 xd
– Conductor resistance: in accordance with VDE 0295 class 5 and IEC 60228 class 5.
Fire behavior: in accordance with IEC 60332-1-2
Identification
INNOVCABLE-FESTOONCABLE-C-PVC-HF n (G) X mm² 0.6/1KV OF:XXXX/YEAR.
Applicable Specifications
Applications
Power and control cable, which requires high demands, and is often bent. It has protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI). For use in lifting systems, trolleys, festoons, moving parts of machines, conveyor installations. Good lifespan and resistance to mechanical stress, used in low winding systems. Resistant to oils, greases, lubricants, UV, ozone and weather resistance. Silicone-free during production. Used for speeds of up to 240 m/min. Permanent tensile load without supporting element max. 25 N/mm².
– Also available with shielded pairs. (see table).
Maximum Conductor Temperature
When moving – Min/max: -20° C / +70 ° C
Fixed use – Min/max: -5° C / +70 ° C
Notes
– We can produce several other options and cable configurations upon request.
– Innovcable reserves the right to change this catalog without prior notice.
Research and Knowledge Centers
In order to stand out and lead through state -of -the -art research, InnovCable closely follows the advances and innovations developed by important centers of excellence and research in the electricity sector, with special attention to the area of cables, both in Brazil and in the international scenario.
Next, we present some of the main centers of knowledge that are a reference for our work:
Innovcable Knowledge Bases
- Knowledge Academy: Application and Installation of Moveable Cables - Rolante Bridge, Currency, Festoons, Elevators, Crane Treadmills…
- InnovCable Furniture Guide: What mobile cables do you use?
- Why use InnovCable Mobile Cables: Considerations of why utilize mobile cables
- Cable storage and transportation guidelines
- GLOSSARY: Technical Terms in English
- Color Code Tables: According to DIM47100, BS4737, BS5308
- Copper Temperature Coefficients: Constant to convert resistance at various temperatures to the standard 20 ° CE reference temperature of constants to convert resistance to 20 ° C other temperatures.
- MISCELLANEOUS METAL DATA
- Tables: Cenelec - VDE
- Dimensioning tables: power cables - NBR 5410
- COMPENSATION AND EXTENSION THERMOCOUPLE CABLES AND WIRE TABLES
- Driver Class : mm² x AWG
- Diverse technical information
- Naval cable codes and nomenclatures as per Nek606
- SHF1 AND SHF2 COVERS ACCORDING TO NEK-606
- Resistance of insulation and cover materials, comparative of properties
- Resistance from Armação / Armor Resistance
- Current classifications and voltage drop vol 1 - IEE
- Current classifications and voltage drop Vol 2 - IEE
- Fire Performance Standards: Fire Performance Cable Standards
- Radius of minimum allowed curvature: according to DIN VDE 0298 PART 3
- STANDARDS
- Voltage Fall Calculations: VoltaGe Drop Calculations
Databases and academic search mechanisms
- IEEE Xplore Digital Library: IEEE
- ACM Digital Library: ACM
- ScienceDirect: SCIENCE DIRECT
- Scopus: SCOPUS
- CAPES Journal Portal: CAPES
- Google Scholar: GOOGLE SCHOLAR
Prominent journals and journals
- IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER SYSTEMS: (Available through IEEE XPLORE)
- IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER DELIVERY: (Available through IEEE XPLORE)
- IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON COMMUNICATIONS: (Available through IEEE XPLORE)
- Telecommunications Magazine (Inatel): INATEL
- Control & Automation Magazine (SBA): SBA
- Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ): DOAJ
Institutional repositories and research groups
- Brazilian Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (BDTD): BDTD
- GEPOC – Power Electronics and Control Group (UFSM): GEPOC
Technical standards entities
These organizations are responsible for developing and publishing the standards that guarantee the safety, quality and interoperability of electrical cables and communication.
- ABNT (Brazilian Association of Technical Standards): It is the National Forum of Standardization in Brazil. ABNT standards, such as NBR 5410 (low voltage electrical installations), are fundamental for any project in the country.
- ABNT
- To consult the collection: ABNT COLLECTION
- IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission): The International Electrical Commission is the world leading organization in the elaboration and publication of international standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies. Many ABNT standards are based on IEC standards.
- ISO (International Organization for Standardization): Although it is a standardization organization for a wide range of industries, ISO also publishes relevant rules for the cable sector, especially related to Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001).
- UL (Underwriters Laboratories): A global security science organization, well known for its product certifications. UL standards are an important security reference, especially for products for the US market.
- Aunt (Telecommunications Industry Association): Main Association for the Information and Communication Technology Industry (ICT). Develops structured cabling standards, such as the ASI/TIA-568 series, which are a world reference for communication networks.
Associations, unions and regulatory entities
These organizations represent the interests of industry, promote quality and regulate the sector.
- Anatel (National Telecommunications Agency): It is the regulator of the telecommunications sector in Brazil. Anatel is responsible for approving and certification of telecommunications products, including network cables and fiber optics.
- Sindicel (Union of the Industry of Electrical Driver, Treflation and Lamination of Non -Ferrous Metals of the State of São Paulo): It represents industries in the sector, acting in defense of their interests and promoting actions to combat the illegal cable market.
- Qualifio (Brazilian Association for the Quality of Electric Wires and Cables): Entity that monitors the quality of the electricized wires and cables sold in Brazil, maintaining a list of approved and non -compliance manufacturers.
- Abinee (Brazilian Association of Electric and Electronic Industry): It represents the electrical and electronic sectors nationally, acting on several fronts, including standardization and regulation issues.
- BICSI: A global professional association that supports the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) community. Provides education, certifications and publications of standards for design and installation of cabling systems.
- International Cablemakers Federation (ICF): Global Forum that brings together the CEOs of the world's leading wire and cable companies to discuss industry trends and challenges.
Research Giants: Ponta Universities in Brazil in the area of Electric Cables and Communication
Brazil has a robust ecosystem of public universities that are true references in research and development in the areas of electrical and communication engineering. Several of them house state -of -the -art laboratories and international recognition research groups that act directly with power cable themes, optical fibers, dielectric materials and communication systems.
Next, we highlight some of the top first -line universities and their respective centers of excellence on the subject:
1. State University of Campinas (Unicamp)
Main focus: Optical and photonic communications
Considered one of the largest telecommunications innovation centers in Latin America, Unicamp, especially through its Faculty of Electrical and Computing Engineering (FEEC) and the Gleb Wataghin Institute of Physics (IFGW), is an absolute leader in optical fiber research and communication systems. Proximity and historical collaboration with CPQD (Telecommunications Research and Development Center) solidifies its position.
- Laboratories and prominent groups:
- Optical and Microwave Communications Laboratory (Lapcom): Focused on research of optical amplifiers, doped fibers and electromagnetic wave propagation.
- Integrated Photonic Laboratory (LIF): It brings together various laboratories and researchers for the development of photonic devices, special optical fibers and communication systems.
- Group of ultra -rarefilled phenomena and optical communications (gfurco): Performs advanced studies on optical fibers, devices and phenomena at very high transmission speeds.
2. Federal University of Itajubá (Unifei)
Main focus: power systems and high voltage
Unifei is a historical reference and of great prestige in electrical power systems in Brazil. Its Institute of Electrical and Energy Systems (ISEE) is one of the most important in the country, with strong performance in studies involving power cables, electrical insulation and energy transmission.
- Laboratories and prominent groups:
- High voltage laboratory (lat-efei): One of the most renowned in the country, performs tests and high voltage tests on cables, insulators and other electrical systems equipment. It is pioneering and fundamental for the development of the national electricity sector.
- Link: LAT-EFEI
- Institute of Electrical and Energy Systems (ISEE): It brings together various laboratories and research groups in areas such as system protection, energy quality and automation, all intrinsically linked to the performance and application of electrical cables.
- High voltage laboratory (lat-efei): One of the most renowned in the country, performs tests and high voltage tests on cables, insulators and other electrical systems equipment. It is pioneering and fundamental for the development of the national electricity sector.
3. University of São Paulo (USP)
Main focus: power systems, power electronics and telecommunications
USP, with its multiple campuses, has extremely strong and diverse research. Both the Polytechnic School (POLI-USP) in São Paulo and the São Carlos School of Engineering (EESC-USP) have excellence laboratories and research groups that work on cable related topics.
- Laboratories and prominent groups:
- High voltage laboratory (EESC-USP): Located in São Carlos, it works in the study of high voltage phenomena, insulating materials and electrical discharges.
- EESC-USP (See LAT in the list)
- Research Laboratory in Electrical Systems Protection and Automation (POLI-USP): Develops research in electrical systems protection, where modeling and cable behavior in absences are essential.
- Telecommunications Laboratory (EESC-USP): With groups dedicated to microwave and optics, develops research relevant to the communication cables area.
- EESC-USP (See TELECOM in the list)
- High voltage laboratory (EESC-USP): Located in São Carlos, it works in the study of high voltage phenomena, insulating materials and electrical discharges.
4. Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC)
Main focus: power electronics and energy systems
UFSC is a hub of excellence recognized worldwide in power electronics. Developed research is crucial for cable application to energy conversion systems, engines and renewable sources connection.
- Laboratories and prominent groups:
- Institute of Power Electronics (INEP): One of the most productive research groups in the world in the area. Develops state -of -the -art technology for converters and power inverters, which connect through cables to various loads and sources.
5. Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG)
Main focus: Telecommunications and Applied Electromagnetism
UFMG has a consolidated postgraduate program in Electrical Engineering, with research groups relevant to the area of communication and electromagnetism, which give the theoretical and applied base for the development of cable and wave guides technologies.
- Laboratories and prominent groups:
- Department of Electronic Engineering (DELT): It has research laboratories in telecommunications and networks, where it is studied from fiber optic communication to wireless communication systems, which often depend on a robust wable infrastructure.
Research Institutes
National scenario
1. CPQD (Telecommunications Research and Development Center) - Brazil
Main focus: Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Headquartered here in Campinas, CPQD is the largest ICT Research Institute in Latin America and a key piece in the history of Brazilian telecommunications. It develops from optical component technology to full software and hardware platforms for 5G/6G networks, IoT and cyber security. For a communication engineer, it is a mandatory reference.
- Relevant areas and platforms:
- Optical communications: Poor research on photonic devices, special optical fibers and high capacity transmission systems.
- Wireless connectivity: Systems development and testing for 5G, 6G and Open Ran.
- Validation and tests: Accredited laboratories for testing and equipment certification, including cables and components, for compliance with Anatel standards.
2. CEPEL (Electricity Research Center) - Brazil
Main focus: generation, transmission and distribution of electricity
CEPEL is the research arm of the Eletrobras Group and the largest electrical research institute of the southern hemisphere. Its performance is vital to the safety and evolution of the National Interconnected System (SIN). CEPEL research on high voltage equipment, materials and systems have a direct impact on the specifications and operation of power cables.
- Areas and prominent groups:
- EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL LABORATORY (LEM): Performs high voltage tests and high current in cables, transformers and other active electrical system.
- Link: CEPEL LEM
- Transmission Technologies: Research applied on transmission lines, substations and high voltage equipment, including cable behavior under extreme conditions.
- EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL LABORATORY (LEM): Performs high voltage tests and high current in cables, transformers and other active electrical system.
3. Inmetro (National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology) - Brazil
Main focus: scientific and industrial metrology, compliance assessment
Although first a regulatory and metrology entity, Inmetro has very high level laboratories that conduct research to establish the country's measurement standards. Its scientific metrology and technology board is critical to ensuring that rehearsals in cables and other products are accurate and reliable throughout Brazil.
- Areas and prominent groups:
- Electric Metrology Laboratory (Label): Responsible for maintaining and disseminating national standards for electrical quantities, base for all cable tests.
- Link: INMETRO LABEL
- Electric Metrology Laboratory (Label): Responsible for maintaining and disseminating national standards for electrical quantities, base for all cable tests.
International scenario
1. Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft-Germany
Main focus: Applied research in multiple areas of engineering
Fraunhofer society is the largest applied research organization in Europe, with 76 institutes scattered throughout Germany. Each institute has a specific focus, and several are world references in the areas of communication and energy.
- Prominent institutes:
- FRAUNHOFER INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS (Heinrich Hertz Institute - HHI): World leader in fiber optic networks, photonic components, video compression (creators of patterns such as H.264/stroke and H.265/HEVC) and wireless communication.
- Link: HHI Fraunhofer
- FRAUNHOFER INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY ECONOMICS AND ENERGY SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY (IEE): Focused on energy transition, develops technology for renewable integration, smart networks and stability of power systems.
- Link: IEE Fraunhofer
- FRAUNHOFER INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS (Heinrich Hertz Institute - HHI): World leader in fiber optic networks, photonic components, video compression (creators of patterns such as H.264/stroke and H.265/HEVC) and wireless communication.
2. NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) - USA
Main focus: science of measurement, standards and technology
North American equivalent of Inmetro, but with an even more comprehensive performance in fundamental and applied research. The NIST is crucial for US technological development, creating standards and measurement technologies that allow innovation throughout the industry.
- Laboratories and prominent groups:
- Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL): Develops fundamental research in metrology for 5G/6G networks, network resilience and quantum communication.
- Material Measurement Laboratory (MML): Conducts research on material properties, including polymers used in cable isolation and advanced electronics materials.
3. NIC (National Institute of Information and Communications Technology) - Japan
Main focus: Information and Communication Technologies
NICT is Japan's main public research institute in the ICT area. It is known for its record -compliance with fiber optic transmission, having shown the highest transmission rates in the world on several occasions, as well as strong research on quantum and security networks.
- Prominent groups and initiatives:
- Photonic Network System Laboratory: Research Ultra-High Capacity Optical Transmission Systems, exceeding the boundaries of what is possible in a single optic cable.
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Main focus: microelectronics, nanotechnology and photonic in silicon
Leti is an institute of the Commissioner of Atomic Energy and Alternative Energy (CEA) of France and a global leader in miniaturization of technologies. They are pioneers in “photonic silicon”, which seeks to integrate optical components directly into silicon chips, a revolution for short and medium distance communications.
- Prominent groups and initiatives:
- Optics and Photonics Division: Develops from image sensors to optical communication systems and dealing integrated in chips, impacting the future of communication cables on data centers and high performance computing.
These institutions represent the forefront of academic research in the sector, training highly qualified professionals and developing technology that drives the entire cable industry.
