February 2008

Expanding the End-Use Focus
by Ram Ramachandran, Director, End Use Marketing for Dow Wire & Cable
At Dow Wire & Cable, we are always looking for ways to help make improvements that extend across the entire value chain. In fact, our growth strategy depends on the ability to do that. Read full article.

Customer Success Story: Saranskkabel, Saransk, Russian Federation
Strong working relationships between suppliers, cable manufacturers and end users will continue to be the key to success in all wire and cable markets. Our goal is to work with our customers to create value at a lower total system cost. Read full article.

Planning for Growth and Success
by Timothy J. Laughlin, General Manager, Dow Wire & Cable
When evaluating the state of the global wire and cable industry, it is clear that we must become more proactive in planning for strategic long-term growth. Growth will consist of both Greenfield sites (i.e. new builds) and the replacement of infrastructure in more mature markets. Read full article.

Customer Success Story: Shenyang Furukawa, Japan
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Shenyang Furukawa manufactures high voltage (HV) cable and accessories. In 2008, they will add 500 kV production capabilities. Recent installations include city grid reforms, substations and development zone reforms. Read full article.

Improved Jacketing Materials Introduced for MV and HV Cables
Specifically developed for the European market, Dow Wire & Cable introduces a new black high-density jacketing material for power and telecommunication cables which prevents mechanical damage and limits moisture ingress into the cable. Read full article.

Global Focus on Quality
Backed by the resources of The Dow Chemical Company, Dow Wire & Cable offers the industry a broad portfolio of insulation, semiconductive and jacketing materials for power, insulation and jacketing for copper, co-ax and fiber optic telecommunications cables, insulation and jacketing for FR and specialty wire and cable applications. Read full article.

Global Industry Events
CBIP-CIGRE National Workshop, New Delhi, India, October 2007 Dow Wire and Cable co-sponsored and participated in national workshop entitled: "Improvement of India's Electricity Distribution Cable System thru Technology Advancements". Read full article.

Future Global Industry Events
As part of our industry commitment, Dow Wire & Cable participates in global events to showcase new materials and technologies. We hope to see you at the following events and encourage you to visit our exhibit booths and attend our presentations. Read full article.

Dow Wire & Cable is at Your Service
Dow Wire & Cable has led the industry for more than 60 years with products and technology for power, communications and specialty applications. Our goal is to provide the broadest range of materials and expertise you need to add longer life, better performance and consistency to your systems. Read full article.

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