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TopMatic cable calculation now available for smartphones

Top Cable has launched a version of its popular program Topmatic as "App" free for iPhone, iPhone, Blackberry and Android.

In order to make it easy to select the most suitable cable for every installation, Top Cable has developed an "App" of its well-known computer tool, TopMatic. It is a ... [read more]

Powerhard M RVMV-K, the FLEXIBLE armoured cables

Thanks to its flexible class 5 conductor, Top Cable’s Powerhard M™ RVMV-K & VVMV-K cables make installations substantially easier.

The Powerhard M™ RVMV-K & VVMV-K cable, manufactured by Top Cable, has been built according to the IEC reference norms IEC 60502 and UNE 21123-2, with conductors made of electrolytic ... [read more]

Components of an electric CABLE

An electric cable is made up of a conductor, which channels the electricity flow, and an insulation that contains this electricity flow in the conductor. Moreover, other auxiliary elements can be included which ensure its longevity.

The conductor is where the electric current is actually transmitted, with copper being generally the most used material.In some cases, aluminium conductors are also used, in spite of the fact ... [read more]

Toxfree RZ1-K (AS), the cable for HIGH SECURITY installations

The Toxfree™ RZ1-K (AS) cable's LSZH polyolephine outer sheath, zero halogens and low smoke/corrosive gas emission in case of fire ensures the highest security in public places, according to what is required by the REBT 2002 (Low Voltage Electrotechnical Regulation).

The Toxfree™ RZ1-K (AS) (0.6/1kV) cable is the most representative of the Top Cable's broad range of halogen-free cables, in all its versions: unipolar, multi-conductor, armoured, screening and their aluminium ... [read more]

ECOLOGICAL Toxfree cable box

The new design reflects the need for a new packaging that is more resistant and environmentally friendly.

Top Cable’s Production Department has renovated the Toxfree™ ZH ES05Z1-K/ H07Z1-K (AS) cable box.  100% RECYCLABLE EQUIPMENTThe result is a new cardboard based Toxfree™ box made from material which can ... [read more]

Top Cable releases NEW corporate VIDEO

Top Cable presents their new video, an attractive and entertaining way to present the corporate values of the company.

This is our own production which presents a general perspective of the company, showing its human and technical team, as well as the most important values of the company, its ... [read more]

Powerhard M RVMV-K, the cable for explosion proof installations

Thanks to its galvanised steel wire armour, the Powerhard M™ RVMV-K & VVMV-K cable is ideal for obtaining the greatest protection transmitting power in installations with a fire and explosion hazard.

The Powerhard M™ RVMV-K & VVMV-K cable, manufactured by Top Cable, has been built according to the IEC reference norms IEC 60502 and UNE 21123-2, with conductors made of electrolytic ... [read more]

Cable supply for the MALAGA METRO network

With an anticipated 17 million users in the first year, the Malaga Metro network will be the seventh to be inaugurated in Spain, after the metros in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, Palma de Mallorca and Seville.

The Malaga Metro is a transportation network for the city of Malaga based on various connected metro lines serviced with tram units.This network, currently under construction, will unite various points ... [read more]

EXPEDITION Beyond the PEAKS

After crossing the seven biggest deserts of the world on a bicycle, alone, journalist and adventurer Sergio Fernández Tolosa has embarked on a new project that combines cycling and mountaineering.

Unlike previous expeditions, this time Sergio is not going alone, teaming up with Amelia Herrero Becker (Madrid, 1981). Both have gone from the Mulhacén peak (3479 m) in Granada to ... [read more]

8 TIPS for managing your emails more efficiently

The objective of this article is to “tame” management of communications by email, achieving greater productivity.

1. HOW TO GET AN EMPTY INBOXSurely you are one of those people who goes sifting through your Inbox looking for the most important or urgent emails. Having to go ... [read more]

NEW WEBSITE Ecomatic Calculate energy in a SUSTAINABLE way.

Top Cable has developed an innovative measuring tool called Ecomatic which calculates how much energy you save in electrical installations.

Sustainable development is part of Top Cable's strategy, as shown by their commitment to controlling and reducing their impact on the environment. Strengthening this commitment, the Ecomatic programme calculates the ... [read more]

Top Cable debuts a new VIDEO of its products

Top Cable has developed a new corporate video which lists its range of Low, Medium and High Voltage cables both in Copper and in Aluminium.

Top Cable’s Marketing Department has developed a new corporate video to present their broad range of Low, Medium and High Voltage cables. PRODUCT RANGEThe video indicates the fundamental aspects of ... [read more]

The TOPMATIC programme is upgrading to version 6.1.

In order to make it easy to select the most suitable cable for every installation, Top Cable has developed version 6.1 of its well-known computer tool, TopMatic.

TopMatic allows you to quickly and efficiently select the most suitable cable for each installation and calculate its main parameters. It is a highly useful tool for engineers, installers, distributors, ... [read more]

New 100% recycable Toxfree cable box

Top Cable’s R&D department has renewed its Toxfree ES05Z1 ZH-K / H07Z1-K (AS) cable Box. The new design reflects the need of a stronger and environmentally friendly new packaging.

Top Cable’s R&D department has renewed its Toxfree ES05Z1 ZH-K / H07Z1-K (AS) cable Box. The new design reflects the need of a stronger and environmentally friendly new ... [read more]

New Ecomatic website

Calculate your energy savings in your electrical installations.

The Ecomatic software helps you calculate the energy you can save when choosing a bigger cross section than the one strictly necessary for installation. A bigger cross section of ... [read more]

The SZ1-K (AS+) and RZ1-K (AS+) cables are identical

During these last years the SZ1-K (AS+) and RZ1-K (AS+) cables have been manufactured in tandem although with different design criteria. Both exist on the market, the two being appropriate for and equating to the same uses.

The meaning of the concept High Security Cables (AS+) must always be regarded within the context of cables with exceptional performance, not only in resistance to the spread of fire but moreover in ... [read more]

Cable characteristics for photovoltaic applications

Topsolar cables become the best alternative when performing photovoltaic installations.

Connection of panels to the Low Voltage network in continuous current The TOPSOLAR (PV) cable has been specifically designed to withstand the most demanding conditions between the panels and LV network in continuous ... [read more]

Topsolar PV ZZ-F (AS) cable available in rolls of 100 m

The Topsolar PV ZZ-F (AS) cable is available both in coils and in rolls of 100 meters.

Due to its excellent performance, the Topsolar ZZ-F (AS) cable is ideal for interconnecting panels in a solar photovoltaic installation. In order to facilitate better availability of the product, Top Cable stocks this ... [read more]

“Our work entails being close to our distributors”

With a vast professional background as part of the Top Cable business team, José Castro is the current Distribution Sales Coordinator at Top Cable.

What message would you like to give to distribution in a context as difficult as the current one? The Distribution Channel is our natural ally, both in the Spanish market and the ... [read more]

Medium Voltage X-VOLT RHZ1 (AS) AL/OL/2OL Cable

It is a cable for fixed installations, adequate for energy transport and distribution in Low Voltage networks. The (AS) indication certifies that it is a high security, halogen-free, flame-retardant and fire-retardant cable.

The Low Voltage X-VOLT RHZ1 (AS) AL/OL / 2OL cable has been designed according to the construction norms UNE-HD 620-5-E (type 5E-5) and IEC 60502-2. Its AENOR certification attests to the exhaustive fulfilment ... [read more]

Electric installations in Togo

In various communities of Togo, a small country of Sub-Saharan Africa, electric installations have been able to be carried out thanks to the push of the academic staff at Colegio la Salle school and Top Cable’s electric cable donation.

In Dapaong (capital in the north of Togo) the Hermanos de la Salle have spent 24 years directing a sixth form college with more than 40 students per class. In successive summers computers ... [read more]

New catalog of special cables

Top Cable makes the new catalog of Special Cables available to its clients.

The Special Cables catalog compiles a great number of cables required for special applications, as may be the Powerhard M RVMV-K & VVMV-K cable, specific for flameproofing installations, such as gas stations and ... [read more]

Special cable for welding Topweld H01N2-D

The high grade of flexibility in this cable facilitates use of the welding tool and avoids the formation of knots in the cable that could cause the conductor to break internally.

The Topweld H01N2-D cable has been specifically designed to transmit high currents between the welding generator and the electrode. It can also be used in automatic welding machines, transport belts, and assembly or ... [read more]

New General Low Voltage Catalog

Top Cable has renovated the corporate image of its catalog of Low Voltage cables for the distribution of electrical energy.

With a new image, modern and easy to read and with all necessary technical information for the electronics experts, this catalog offers the sector’s professionals a complete and updated summary of the entire ... [read more]

2 Top Cable Schools in India with the Fundación Vicente Ferrer

For several years, Top Cable destines to social actions the amount foreseen for Christmas gifts to its clients. Two years ago, this amount was invested in the construction of two schools in the region of Kandiri, India, with the organization Vicente Ferrer. Today we can see that the schools are fully operative.

The more than 130 boys and girls of the region of Kadiri now have two accessible and well equipped schools to study. Moreover, the community and the different associations (of women, handicapped, ... [read more]

The golden rules for holding a successful meeting

On occasions, in most companies meetings are called that make no sense. If there’s nothing to communicate or there’s no problem to resolve it is totally absurd to waste time and money in these chores. For your meetings to come to a good conclusion, here we note the seven golden rules to hold a good meeting

Rule 1: Evaluate the cost of the meeting Before calling people to attend a meeting you should analyze whether it is worthwhile holding it. Think of the time that workers are not producing ... [read more]

Toxfree Plus 331, fire-resistant

The Toxfree Plus 331 ZH SZ1-K (AS+) is designed to transmit electrical energy in extreme conditions present in a prolonged fire.

The Toxfree Plus 331 ZH SZ1-K (AS+) fire resistant cable is especially designed to enable transmitting electrical energy in the extreme conditions that are present in a prolonged fire, guaranteeing the supply to ... [read more]

When is it necessary to perform the alternate flexions test?

This test is performed on cables subjected to frequent flexions, such as lift and service lift cables. The objective of this test is to demonstrate that both the construction of the cable as well as the materials utilized in its manufacture are the most suitable for so demanding application, guaranteeing its durability.

In certain applications, cables are subjected to frequent flexions while they are in service. Examples of these installations are bridge-cranes, lifts and service lifts, robots, home appliance cables, extensions rolled up in drums, ... [read more]

II Edition of the Top Cable Powerflex 3x3 Football Tournament

More than 200 persons met last Saturday 20 October in Madrid at the II Top Cable Powerflex 3x3 Football Tournament organized for the employees of its electrical warehouses. It’s a different form of playing football, with walls and no out of bounds. The winner was the Sumelex team. The photographs illustrate the good atmosphere of the event.

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Cables for use in photovoltaic solar installations

The national energy deficit, the real estate crisis, the Kyoto protocol, el legislative support and a growing social awareness with respect to renewable energies form a new scenario full of attraction for landowners, investors, promoters and municipal governments, leading to the so-called “Solar Gardens”.

Apart from other photovoltaic installations, normally smaller and more compact, solar gardens are large extensions of photovoltaic modules installed in groups in rural land and next to a substations of the national power ... [read more]

Sergio Fernández completes the Top Cable 7 Desert Challenge crossing the Sahara on a bicycle

In the last four years Sergio has crossed the seven most emblematic deserts of the five continents; he is now preparing a book and a film on the adventure.

On the banks of the Niger river, in Bamako (Mali), the journalist and adventurer Sergio Fernández Tolosa was at the beginning of June putting an end to his particular cycling odyssey. Behind ... [read more]

RV-K y RZ1-K: the most flexible unipolar in the market

The R+D+i Top Cable department has developed an entire materials innovation process with the objective of obtaining a better manageability RVK and RZ1-K type unipolar cables and greatly facilitate their manipulation and installation. The result provides a reduced bending effort of these cables, compared with the rest of the cables on the market

The improvements made can be summarized in three fundamental aspects: first, the conductors have been manufactured with thinner wires,which significantly improves the flexibility of the conductor itself. In second place, an improved extrusion technique ... [read more]

Accident day for Top Cable at the Montmeló 24h

At this 10th edition of the competition, a total of 69 teams faced a fight against time, track rivals, fatigue and mechanical breakdowns. The Gevicar team finally won the victory.

The 24h Montmeló automobile race was held for the first time in the month of November, which had an effect on the results, since the low temperatures and longer night hours ... [read more]

Comportment Tests of cables in conditions of fire

A maxim: All cables with polymeric coverings, in certain conditions, burn. That is, cables are a potential source of fire risk. And considering that a fire is a dangerous and destructive event, it is worth knowing the comportment of these under fire conditions.

This knowledge will enable selecting the most suitable cables for each situation and apply the necessary protection measures, reducing the risk of fire. The only way of evaluating the comportment electrical cables under ... [read more]