In the mining industry exposure to abrasion, impact, vibration, and tension are common causes for cable failure. Choosing a high quality, high performance mining cable, assembly, or accessory is critical. TPC can provide tough, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)-approved products suited for the mining industry that you need in order to get the job done right.

Electrical tape is a common household item that can be used for more than simply insulating electrical wires. The wide variety of uses and applications requires a product that can withstand a wide range of environments. Unfortunately, the simplicity of electrical tape can fall short in industrial applications. Electrical tape relies on adhesive and adhesive fails in dirty, oily and high temperature conditions. Regular electrical tape is also thin which requires substantially more tape in order to get any level of dielectric strength or abrasion protection. The quality of tape can mean be difference between a safe fix and a severe problem.

There is no doubt that 2018 was a whirlwind here at TPC Wire & Cable Corp. From a year of great growth to winning our first NorthCoast 99 award to focusing in on some new markets as a company, we came out better for both our employees and our customers. Watch the below video to learn more about TPC and how we serve our customers in North America and beyond.

As each year passes, Ethernet cable wiring becomes increasingly important in our world of constantly evolving technologies, especially because of the Internet of Things (IoT) and now the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The concept of IoT proposes the development of the internet in which everyday objects have network connectivity, allowing them to send and receive data. 

Properly installed Ethernet network cable reduces downtime and allows for the constant flow of data, connecting your data systems and network devices such as routers, modems, adapters, or whatever 'thing' needs connecting throughout your facility.