Lamifil nv
Electrical wires and optical fibers
Company Overview
Lamifil, established in 1929 as Société Franco-Belge des Laminoirs et Tréfileries d’Anvers and rebranded in 1998, is a Belgian-based manufacturer of specialized copper and aluminum alloy wires and cables. Located near the Port of Antwerp, the company has a history spanning over 95 years, marked by continuous adaptation and innovation. Lamifil's mission is to 'bring connections to life with smart wires forged by technology, innovation, and mastery,' guided by values of pioneering, collaboration, and respect. The company demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability, integrating ESG principles into its strategy and aiming for CSRD compliance by 2025. Lamifil holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications, underscoring its dedication to quality, environmental management, and occupational health and safety.
Products and Services
Lamifil offers a comprehensive range of high-performance products across various industries. Its overhead conductors, crucial for energy transmission, include AAAC UHC (Ultra-High Conductivity) conductors, which provide up to 25% more power transfer capacity and up to 50% reduced line losses compared to ACSR. The company also supplies ACCC® Conductors, manufactured under license, known for their strength, light weight, composite core, and sag-reducing properties. Specialized variants like ACCC Ice+soft and GAP+ are designed to perform in challenging climatic conditions, resisting heavy ice loads and high temperatures. Lamifil's product portfolio extends to specialty wires made from aluminum and copper alloys, serving sectors such as automotive, aerospace, building and construction, and medical devices. Notable copper alloys include PowerFil® (CuCrZr and CuCrAgSi), developed for high-demanding medical applications, enabling miniaturization and mobility in equipment. These alloys can be drawn to extreme fine wires, down to 0.025 mm, while maintaining strength and flexibility. PowerFil® CuCrZr (C18147, C18150) offers a minimum electrical conductivity of 90% IACS and a minimum tensile strength of 414 MPa, serving as an environmentally friendly alternative to CuCdCr.
Innovation and Expertise
Lamifil emphasizes innovation, evident in its automated and eco-efficient aluminum wire rod production process, which saw complete furnace renewal in 2021 to enhance quality, capacity, and reduce environmental impact. The company's in-house ISO 17025-accredited test lab provides extensive testing services, including breaking load, stress-strain, creep, and heat cycle tests, adhering to numerous international standards. This facility also offers metallurgical assessments, prototype design, production process advice, and joint R&D initiatives. Lamifil's ability to offer custom designs, development, and implementation ensures tailored solutions for diverse customer needs, making it a partner in addressing complex grid and industrial challenges globally. The company actively supports initiatives like Women4Metals, promoting diversity and inclusion within the metallurgical field.
