Houston Wire & Cable Company
Electrical wires and optical fibers
Company Overview
Houston Wire & Cable (HWC), established in 1975 and based in Houston, Texas, operates as a prominent supplier of electrical and electronic wire and cable throughout the United States. The company's core commitment is 'Right Product · Right Place · Right Time ®', supported by a focus on workplace safety and long-term customer and supplier satisfaction. HWC primarily serves electrical distributors, adhering to a strict 'never sell direct' policy. With 11 strategically located distribution centers, HWC provides 24/7 service nationwide and maintains a vast inventory to fulfill orders efficiently, including hard-to-find specialty items. The company also offers advanced logistics and cable management programs designed to enhance project profitability for its partners.
Product and Service Offerings
HWC's extensive product portfolio caters to a wide array of industrial, commercial, and residential applications. Key offerings include aluminum building wire and cable for wet and dry applications, bare copper and various building wires, and a comprehensive range of Belden industrial and electronic cables. The company supplies advanced solutions like CIR® Crush & Impact Resistant cable, a next-generation alternative to Type MC, engineered for extreme conditions and certified for hazardous environments. HWC also specializes in communication and control cables, high-speed data cable assemblies (e.g., Cat 3, 5, 5e, 6), and innovative products such as Duckt-Strip™ mini-split wire with Rip-n-Strip™ technology. Specialized cables for critical infrastructure include DuraLife™ FPL fire alarm cable by Radix, UL 2196 recertified for 2-hour fire survivability, and LifeGuard™ LSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen) power and control cables, offering enhanced safety in enclosed spaces.
Specialized Cable Solutions
HWC is a master supplier of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) cables, engineered to withstand the harsh operating conditions of modern AC drive systems, with various shielding and grounding options. The inventory also covers medium voltage power cables, overhead line and transmission cables (AAC, ACSR), substation control cables, and Type P rig cables designed for the demanding environments of offshore and onshore drilling. Additionally, HWC offers TCER Direct composite generator cable, an exclusive redistribution product known for ease of installation and compliance with industry standards. Value-added services include UL certified wire re-spooling, custom marking, and legend printing, reinforcing HWC's position as a comprehensive partner for electrical distributors.
