Machines for electric cables and optical fibers
Maillefer marks 40 years of partnership with cable makers in China
Forty years of uninterrupted presence in the Chinese market is a milestone few companies in the wire and cable industry can claim. Maillefer is marking exactly that at wire China 2026, dedicating an entire exhibition wall at booth E1 C11 to four decades of partnership, technology transfer, and shared growth with Chinese cable producers.
The anniversary says a lot about the Finnish company's long-term approach to one of the world's most competitive cable manufacturing markets, built on lasting relationships rather than one-off equipment sales.
"House of Experts": technology on display
The booth's theme, "House of Experts," captures Maillefer's positioning as a trusted technology partner for producers looking to improve productivity, quality, and sustainability across their operations.
On display are Siccon and the THC 70/150 HE, alongside a 3D interactive monitor that lets visitors explore VCV (vertical continuous vulcanization) line operations up close, from intelligent process control to user-centric equipment design.
Five innovations driving the 2026 showcase
Maillefer is bringing five key technologies to Shanghai:
- Intelligent Induction – advanced heating technology for precise, efficient cable production
- ACC (Automatic Crosshead Centering) – faster setup, improved concentricity, and more consistent production
- PP Multipurpose Line – a versatile solution for polypropylene (PP)-based medium-voltage cables, supporting next-generation insulation materials
- Round Premium – high-speed curing performance without compromising product quality
- EHV VCV Line – vertical continuous vulcanization technology for extra-high-voltage power cable production
Beyond the machine: aftermarket and sustainability
Partnership at Maillefer extends well beyond the initial sale. The company positions its aftermarket services — upgrades, process optimization, and technical support — as core to helping manufacturers maximize uptime and operational performance throughout the entire lifecycle of their investment.
Sustainability is another thread running through the booth: Maillefer frames its technologies as enablers for renewable energy infrastructure, supporting more efficient cable production with reduced waste as the global energy transition accelerates.
Maillefer is exhibiting at wire China 2026, booth E1 C11.
