Tratos has a strong presence and expanded manufacturing capabilities in the UK. Our main facility in Knowsley, Merseyside, features:
- Four extrusion lines and multiple laying machines capable of producing up to 100 pairs of instrumentation-type cables
- Two BX armouring machines are used to manufacture corrugated aluminium/steel armour, providing additional protection for specialised cables.
Tratos UK has its own comprehensive testing facilities, offering standard voltage, spark, and resistance tests and advanced tests for elongation, heat shock, shrink-back, and vertical flame resistance. The company holds ISO 9001 accreditation for quality assurance, including enhanced product-related quality management systems and ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
Tratos UK Ltd has been recognized with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise for its innovative JBA® compound. This advanced, versatile compound improves safety, durability, and operational life, meeting the demanding requirements of industries such as Marine, Oil & Gas, Railways, Mass Transit, and high-performance naval applications across several countries. The award underscores Tratos’ position as a leading UK cable manufacturer with the prestigious “Made in Britain” title.
In addition to its specialized solutions, Tratos manufactures a wide range of cables adhering to British Standards (BS) and National and International cable standards, which are available upon request. The company’s commitment to innovation, supported by in-house R&D facilities, positions it as a global leader in next-generation cable technologies. Tratos is the ‘go-to’ provider for custom cable solutions, delivering cutting-edge advancements to meet evolving market demands:
- Voltage, spark, and resistance tests: Essential for verifying the integrity of electrical cables, ensuring they can safely carry electrical currents without failures or disruptions.
- Elongation, heat shock, and shrinkback tests: These tests assess the mechanical durability of cables under extreme conditions, ensuring they maintain flexibility and strength, even when exposed to high temperatures or physical stress.
- Vertical flame tests: Designed to evaluate the fire resistance of cables, these tests ensure that our cables meet stringent safety regulations, reducing the risk of fire hazards in critical installations.
These rigorous testing protocols enable Tratos UK to consistently deliver high-performance cable solutions tailored to the demands of various industries and infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe.
Specialised Cable Solutions:
- Cables for Airports: Tratos manufactures advanced aeronautical cables for critical airport infrastructure, including runway lighting, communication systems, and power distribution. These cables are engineered to withstand harsh environmental conditions and ensure reliable operations in high-traffic airport environments, supporting safe and efficient air travel.
- Cathodic Protection Cables: Tratos produces cables specifically for cathodic protection systems, which prevent corrosion in underground or submerged metal structures, such as pipelines, tanks, and marine applications. These cables are designed to resist harsh environmental conditions, ensuring long-lasting protection for essential infrastructure.
- Cables for Underground and Mining Applications: Tratos offers a wide range of robust and durable underground and mining cables engineered to perform under extreme conditions. These cables are designed for harsh environments, such as mines and tunnels, where they must withstand mechanical stress, high temperatures, and moisture. They ensure safe and reliable power and data transmission in some of the most demanding industrial settings.
Tratos’ combination of cutting-edge manufacturing and advanced testing enables us to produce world-class cables that meet the needs of complex and critical infrastructure projects, from airports and underground systems to specialised industrial applications like cathodic protection and mining. These innovations ensure that our cables provide long-lasting, reliable performance across various sectors in the UK and internationally.
