Environmental concerns push wire and cable forward

Pending EU regulations and the ongoing desire for environmentally-friendly materials continue to drive developments in the wire and cable industry. Other key development drivers are increasing fire safety requirements for wire and cable in buildings and the push for cost-savings through improved processability, thinner coatings, and use of moisture-curing. Suppliers are offering new compounds to meet these demands. Jennifer Markarian reports for Plastics Additives & Compounding