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    TSC - supplier of semi-conductive compounds
    Collaboration, Products, Services

    Supplier of semi-conductive compounds

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    Supplier of semi-conductive compounds TSC is HEC-Holland’s supplier for semi-conductive compounds for the European cable and wire market. They are a proven supplier in the market of thermoplastic and thermoset insulation semiconductive compounds. TSC (Total Solution for Compounding) is established in 1968 and can rely on over 50 years of experience in compounding. They are developing and manufacturing their products in the Korean Peninsula. Quality assurance and product selection At HEC-Holland quality is of great importance. All our suppliers must therefore meet a number of quality tests before we collaborate. Therefore, we have done several laboratory scale and industrialization tests to ensure the quality of the products and processes of TSC. During the past year we have tested multiple measurements such as, IEC standard and Cenelec HD 620 2 Y 50 Hz test, including VDE level. Also the accelerated test of 3.000 hrs/ 500 Hz has been part of our testing programme. All our thermoplast en thermoset semi-conductive insulation compounds passed the strict tests. We are pleased to announce that we have commercialized the products listed below for several of our customers and they are already used in their cable design. And, we keep on building up the customer base in the European market for the products and materials provided by TSC Korea. TSC products HEC-SC-230 – MV semicon – adhesive insulation compound HEC-SC-250 – MV semicon – bonded insulation compound HEC-SC-330 – MV semicon – strippable insulation compound HEC-SC-600 – SC sheathing jacketing compound More information Sample material for lab testing and/or industrial homologation trails are available upon your request. For more technical information you can contact us in order to receive detailed Product Data Sheets. Are you interested in our supplier and what their products can do for your project(s)? Our account managers are eager to give an online presentation and tell you about the possibilities. Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and stay informed about our latest news. Previous PostNext Post

    Aluminum tape
    Collaboration, Products, Services

    The availability of aluminum

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    “Aluminum prices keep on rising”, “aluminum isn’t available”, “aluminum stocks have fallen to critical levels”. These are just a handful of headlines out of the news from the past year. Due to a broad variety of reasons the prices of all raw materials, including aluminum keep on rising and the availability of aluminum is getting less. This also affects the wire and cable market and we as supplier of materials specific for the cable and wire market are seeing the disadvantages these developments bring with them. Right at the start of this situation, HEC saw an opportunity instead of a threat. Our HEC Shanghai Office kept on building a good and solid relationship with our aluminum supplier. This lead to ongoing supplies of aluminum at a good price. In the same time, our supplier has been looking into their own supply chain. They made sure the supply chain was optimized for a solid cooperation with HEC-Holland. This collaboration, combined with the ability to slit aluminum tapes in our own warehouse in The Netherlands (after the purchase of an aluminum cutter last year), made HEC-Holland a stable factor in the market. Currently, HEC is able to keep the availability of aluminum up and supply the customer with the needed materials, which is something we are very proud of. We will keep collaborating with our partners to be able to deliver the best quality, for the best price. This way, we are sure we won’t let our customers down. Curious about opportunities in the cable and wire market for your company? Feel free to contact your account manager or send us an e-mail. Previous PostNext Post

    HEC-Holland warehouse in Tilburg
    Services, Warehouse

    Movement from Goch to Tilburg

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    Movement from Goch to Tilburg HEC-Holland is still growing fast, also during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of this, we were forced to move from our small warehouse in Goch to a much larger warehouse in Tilburg. In this new warehouse we are able to place more slitting machines and we can store more products. In addition, the warehouse includes a large office space with all facilities, where we can meet our suppliers and customers. The location of our warehouse is fantastic, as it is just a few minutes from Barge Terminal Tilburg. Moreover, Tilburg has a direct train connection with central Europe and Asia. We are very happy with our new warehouse in Tilburg: the logistics hotspot of the Netherlands. Expansion of production capacity The growth of our company has, among others, led to the expansion of our production capacity. We have our own slitting facility since one year now, however we are close to full capacity. For this reason, we are looking for new slitting machines. One year ago, we could not imagine that we already have to look for these new machines. The slitting facility that we have now, is for slitting water blocking tapes. We are now in the process of buying a new machine that can slit aluminum tapes, so that our production department can convert locally. This process was intended for one year ago, but unfortunately we had to postpone this due to corona. Nevertheless, we are very happy that this process is coming to an end. Expansion product assortment Additionally to the physical expansion, we spend a lot of time on setting up our ERP system. Our product assortment is growing since our office in Shanghai is busy with building relationships with new suppliers. Our colleagues in Shanghai speak the same language and have the same culture as most of our suppliers, which make it more easy to build a valuable relationship. We hope to optimize these relationships even further in the future.

    Suez Canal Evergreen
    Services

    Suez Canal – Global supply chain impact

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    Global supply chain impact is caused by imbalance in available freight space and equipment. The supply chain consequences of the Suez Canal blockade in March will be clearly felt in the coming months. In our operations this will mostly affect the operational activities and pricing for the coming period. Where there were hopes for more stability, prices in container shipping are still sky-high. Also the tariff levels may reach new record highs as of May 1. We continue to be confronted with limitations and delays due to blank sailings, equipment shortages and congested ports worldwide. Partly because of the aforementioned congestion in the Suez Canal, we are also seeing extra pressure in the availability of containers and the spot market. The shortage of ship space and containers will largely persist this year, resulting in high transport rates and operational restrictions. This is predicted by a maritime research firm Drewry in its latest report about developments in the container market. The prospects also note that there will be considerably more orders for the construction of new ships. There are 1.77 million TEU across 166 ships ordered in Q1 only. However, whether this capacity expansion will eventually lead to the extremely low rates of few years ago seems unlikely, according to Drewry. Our advice  We would like to advise you to pay attention to matters listed below in order to limit any nuisance and to anticipate the aforementioned market situation: We recommend booking your shipments well in advance. This enables us to provide you with the best possible arrangements. Prioritize the most critical shipments as capacity is scarce and we face constraints and delays. Include longer lead times in your supply chain calculations. Keep in mind that the average delay is currently almost 7 days. The aforementioned challenging and volatile market situation puts a lot of pressure on our operation. Therefore, we must continue to emphasize that the options are limited and ask you to continue to take into account possible delays in the coming period. We are here for you We at HEC-Holland do everything we can to continue to serve you optimally and to keep any inconvenience to a minimum. Please feel free to consult your account manager and ask for our possibilities and solutions. We will also keep you updated related to this theme and future developments.  If any questions arise, please also get in contact with our team! HEC-Holland LinkedIn Previous PostNext Post

    converting solutions
    Innovation, Services, Warehouse

    Converting solutions

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    Converting solutions At our dedicated converting facilities, we produce and customize our customers’ tapes and yarns according to their specific needs. Our converting specialists have profound experience and knowledge of the cable industry. We fully understand your production requirements and your demands regarding process optimization. Thus we are capable of providing you with converting solutions to meet your demands. Whether it concerns winding standard or specialty bobbins, mother rolls, pads or spools, HEC-Holland offers converting services into any required size, with the very best all-round converting solutions of the cable industry. At our facilities, fully automated machines take care of your order. They use multiple, specific cutting and winding techniques to produce the products for your cable. The converting specialists supervise the entire process continuously. HEC-Holland offers flexibility and customer satisfaction, no matter how specific your request is. Tailor-made converting services:  Cutting, winding, twining, Labelling, Packaging, Shipping directly from our Dutch warehouse and delivery to you on the date you want. We even offer completely integrated processing and packaging solutions, helping you to optimize your production process without unnecessary and costly interruptions. Our customers are served with the best converted materials in the industry, ready for your production.  We make sure you will become one of our many happy customers! More info? Please feel free to contact us if you want more information on the possibilities we provide for you in our converting facility. Previous PostNext Post

    New distribution centre in Goch, Germany 2
    Services, Warehouse

    New distribution center

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    In line with our dedication to meeting customer needs, we have embarked on a significant expansion endeavor. As highlighted in our recent newsletter, we are thrilled to announce the construction of a new distribution center. This center is made up of two production halls. Our converting and slitting capacity is considerally bolstered with this new addition. In addition, this strategic investment aims to elevate our position within the cable and wire industry. Moreover, we recognize the critical importance of efficient warehousing and distribution. To this end, we initiate the construction of two state-of-the-art warehouses that will effectively double our storage capacity, encompassing a generous 5,000 square meters. By July this year these new warehouses will be ready, marking a pivotal milestone in our company’s journey. The expansion represents a significant stride forward in our commitment to innovation. By consolidating our services at a single location, we anticipate a boost in production speed and greater flexibility in managing order intakes and delivery schedules. These enhancements directly benefit our clientele in the cable and wire industry. Furthermore, we are proud to announce the addition of a cutting-edge distribution center to our network. Compliant with the latest industry standards, this distribution center complements our existing facilities in Europe. Our distribution centers serve as pivotal hubs for serving our clients effectively and efficiently. They are strategically positioned in Helsinki, Finland, the Jönköping region in Sweden, and the most recent addition in Goch, Germany, . Contact us If you are keen to witness our operational excellence and how we manufacture your high-quality tapes or experience our state-of-the-art slitting services, we extend a warm invitation to you. Please reach out to us, and we will be delighted to arrange a tour and share the innovations that drive our success in the cable and wire industry. Previous PostNext Post

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