International Copper Association Southeast Asia

BENEFICIARIES

• Ho Chi Minh City Electric Wire & Cable Association (HECA) Members INDUSTRY PARTNERS
• SECRI (Shanghai Electric Cable Research Institute)
• Jiangshu Shangshang Cable Group. Co., Ltd
• Yongding Stock Co., Ltd
• Zhen Xiong Copper Group
• Shanghai Panda Wire Co., Ltd

OBJECTIVE

• To provide the participants with better capabilities and widen their horizon on electrical cables manufacturing technology in China
• To share experience on electrical cable manufacturing.

KEY FACILITATORS

• SECRI (Shanghai Electric Cable Research Institute)

HIGHLIGHTS

• Introduction and overview of the cable industry development in China
• Manufacturing capabilities of leading cable makers in the fields of medium voltage electrical cables/wire and data cables
• Insight into the various testing methods used by the cable industry to meet international specifications
• Improvement of manufacturing methods and capabilities of Vietnamese manufacturers

OUTCOME

• The study tour provided HECA with an insight into the various testing methods and laboratory facilities/equipment used by SECRI and manufacturers to meet the international standards.
• The comprehensive testing methods and facilities addressed the need for similar practices required by Vietnam to increase the capabilities.
• The study tour included visits to manufacturers of copper rod, low/ medium voltage electrical cable, data/communication cables.
• Vietnamese manufacturers were able to identify the gaps in manufacturing standards and testing methods which will enhance and upgrade the standards and quality of cable and wires manufactured in Vietnam. This will have an overall effect to increase the capabilities and to increase the output for export of quality products from Vietnam which meets international standards.