Control Cables and the Near Grounding of Beechcraft Bonanzas

Posted on February 15, 2012 by nicolet

One item one should always be careful when dealing with is control cables. Used in the aerospace, automation, oil and gas, marine, electrical and manufacturing industries, these cables are designed to connect moving parts and to control their interactions. Control cables are made by twisting and braiding high strength metals around a core. This creates a strong and durable stranded wire. They can even be treated so that they are flame Continue reading →

To Keep In Animals of All Sizes, Cable Railings

Posted on February 1, 2012 by nicolet

For a tough sturdy barrier, capable of containing strong animals, cable railings could be applied. Tough metal railings would have been ideal for holding in the dinosaurs at Jurassic Park, or possibly the rhinoceros at the San Diego Zoo. They are also great for keeping bikers and children on bike paths, especially if the path goes over a bridge. For an excellent safety measure of keeping kids out, or animals in, or the many other options this Continue reading →

Stranded Wire in the Electronic and Medical Industries

Posted on January 24, 2012 by nicolet

Wires are commonly seen in electronic and medical settings. In situations such as these, reliable wires need to be used to ensure the best efficiency and consistency in their functions. For this reason stranded wires tend to be selected. These wires are strong, flexible and dependable, and are chosen for a variety of industries. They can come Continue reading →

Wire Rope, Saving Lives

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Loos & Company, Inc Wire Rope Photo Photo Courtesy of Loos and Company Inc.

It was over a year ago that thirty three miners were trapped underground in Chile. They were stuck for roughly two months, nearly half of a mile underground. Luckily, in this case they were able to be rescued. Mining can be a dangerous job, and there seem to be accidents far too often. Sadly, mining is still an important part of our economy, so risks continue to be taken. Mine shafts can be very deep, so efficient and safe measures must Continue reading →

Airplane Essentials, Aircraft Cables

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Tyler Madison, Inc Product Photo Aircraft Cable Photo Courtesy of Tyler Madison Inc

Even though it is no longer on air, LOST is still my all time favorite TV show. I own all the DVD’s and recently have started to re-watch all of the seasons. LOST is simply one of those shows I will never tire of, and I’m so disappointed it’s over. While I love this story, and stories like it where a plane crashes on an island and everyone must learn Continue reading →

Stainless Steel Cable for Safety

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Jersey Strand and Cable Inc Product Photo

Photo Courtesy of Jersey Strand and Cable, Inc.

Stainless steel is a valuable metal in many industries. It offers high corrosion resistance, and incredible fatigue strength. Despite the elements it can be exposed to, it is able to last. Stainless steel also possesses many hygienic qualities, making it vital in the medical industry. Stainless steel’s ability to withstand corrosion and maintain superior strength makes it a great candidate for cables. Once this strong rope is created; it can be used for Continue reading →

The Toughest Cable Against Sharks, Galvanized Cable

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Lexco Cable Mfg Product Photo Galvanized Wire, Photo Courtesy of Lexco Cable Mfg

Shark week is a full-blown event at my parent’s house every year. My parents, sister, aunt, uncle, and cousins gather every night to watch the new shows. We eat a ton of fish and shrimp to stay festive, and always have a blast. For my cousins, the best part is when the cages are lowered into white shark waters with scuba divers inside. We learned that these tanks are usually stainless steel or galvanized to ensure Continue reading →

Steel Cable’s Many Applications

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Carl Stahl Sava Industries, Inc, Product Photo Steel Cable Photo Courtesy of Carl Stahl Sava Industries Inc.

In August of 2005, A J Hackett created a jump from the Macau Tower, a building located in the Peoples Republic of China. The building is seven hundred and sixty four feet high, making it the highest jump in the world. Up until December of 2006, Hackett had this particular jump use a steel cable equipped with a decelerating system Continue reading →

The Lawn Mower and the Push Pull Cable

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Strand Products Incorporated, Product Photo Photo Courtesy of Strand Products Inc.

One of the most annoying things in the world to me when I rented my first house was figuring out how to start the lawn mower. It was our landlord’s old mower, and I swear it required a different starting method every time. I would be forced to mess with it for a half hour before it would start up only to have it turn itself off after twenty minutes and I Continue reading →

Constructing and Holding Up Great Bridges with Wire Rope Assemblies

Posted on January 3, 2012 by nicolet

Bergen Cable Technology, LLC Product Photo Photo Courtesy of Bergen Cable Technology LLC

Every year, one of my favorite things to do in Tampa Bay, Florida, is to drive across the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Construction began in 1982, and wasn’t finished until 1987. The bridge spans 21,877 feet, or 4.1 miles. The main span of the bridge is supported by massive steel cables. Not only are steel cables used in holding up the bridge, but Continue reading →

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Control Cables and the Near Grounding of Beechcraft Bonanzas

To Keep In Animals of All Sizes, Cable Railings

Stranded Wire in the Electronic and Medical Industries

Wire Rope, Saving Lives

Airplane Essentials, Aircraft Cables

Stainless Steel Cable for Safety

The Toughest Cable Against Sharks, Galvanized Cable

Steel Cable’s Many Applications

The Lawn Mower and the Push Pull Cable

Constructing and Holding Up Great Bridges with Wire Rope Assemblies