-
CMP Products launches technical ‚Knowledge Base‘
Knowledge Base is a compilation of technical expertise and advice, gathered over CMP’s 60+ years’ experience in the art of terminating cable glands. The easy-to-use guide provides users with useful technical knowledge and application recommendations to aid in the selection and installation of cable glands, as well as providing advice on best practices for both industrial and explosive atmosphere installations. The platform aims to present comprehensive information relating to key industry topics in a clear and straightforward way. Topics such as compliance testing, compatibility with different cable types, selection of barrier type cable glands, and corrosion prevention are all covered in the guide, and illustrative diagrams and examples support explanations.…
-
Thousands of Cleats Supplied to Major Nuclear Project
The ITER research reactor will mimic the sun’s nuclear processes aiming to produce its first plasma in December 2025, potentially paving the way for fusion power of the future. Approximately 50,000 of CMP’s Patriot trefoil and Falcon single cable cleats installed across 94km distance of cables, are capable of withstanding short circuits of 86 kA – and a dynamic force of 34,000 N/m. CMP’s dedicated cleat R&D team carried out short circuit calculations and analysis in support of the bid, which drew from a bank of several hundred tests previously conducted in CMP’s research centre. A detailed guide was presented to the nuclear installation teams, advising spacing and fixing requirements,…
-
Manufacturer Awards 24 Permanent Contracts
. Leading global manufacturer, CMP Products, has rewarded 24 temporary workers for their contribution and loyalty with the offer of permanent employment. Part of the British Engines Group, CMP manufactures cable glands, cleats and accessories for a range of global industries including oil & gas, renewables and rail. The permanent roles cover several areas of the company’s manufacturing sites in the north east of England and includes assembly operatives, machine operators, labourers, welders and lathe operators. Taking on temporary workers is commonplace in the manufacturing industry as it allows employers to flex their workforce in accordance with demand, so whilst this does not signal an increase in the overall numbers…
-
CMP investiert in neues europäisches Lager
CMP Products, führender Hersteller von Kabelverschraubungen und -führungen, hat sein europäisches Vertriebsnetz weiter ausgebaut und ein neues Lager in Aachen eröffnet. Das neue Lager ist ca. 1000 m2 groß und befindet sich in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Belgien, den Niederlanden und Luxemburg. Von diesem zentral gelegenen Standort aus lässt sich der Vertrieb der CMP-Produkte in alle Länder Europas leicht und schnell organisieren. Das gesamte Produktsortiment des Unternehmens soll am neuen Standort auf Lager gehalten werden, darunter auch die Kunststoff-Kabelverschraubungen der Reihe TruSeal, Kabelführungen und weiteres Zubehör. Kathleen Kearns, die für Europa zuständige Vertriebsleiterin, führt aus: „Durch die Investition in unser Lager in Deutschland können wir unsere Kunden auf dem europäischen Festland…
-
Investment in New European Warehouse for CMP
Leading cable gland and cable cleat manufacturer, CMP Products has further strengthened its European distribution network, with the opening of a warehouse facility located in Aachen, Germany. The 1000m2 site, strategically positioned close to the borders of Belgium, Holland and Luxembourg, will act as a central hub for product distribution throughout Europe, improving accessibility and lead times like never before. All existing product ranges will be stocked within the facility, including CMP’s new plastic cable gland range TruSeal, cable cleats and accessories. Kathleen Kearns, Head of European Sales, said: “The investment in our warehouse in Germany cements our support for customers across the continent, and will mean product can be…
-
Business Boost as CMP Launches New Cord Grip
Leading cable gland and cable cleat specialist, CMP Products, has extended its North American product range with the launch of a brand new cord grip cable gland. CMP´s latest cable glands in the CG Range are designed and engineered specifically to suit unarmored flexible cable and cord as used predominantly throughout the USA and Canada. Manufactured from high-grade 6000 series aluminum, the glands provide excellent corrosion and ingress protection in wet, dry or hazardous environments; and have undergone testing to the latest edition of UL50E. They join the company´s suite of existing UL and CSA certified cable glands, which have undergone some of the most stringent tests for cable glands.…
