Superior SMC Manufacturing for Unmatched Cable Tray Durability
Kaerda (Jiangsu Lantai) engineers its SMC Cable Tray systems to overcome the inherent limitations of traditional materials like sheet metal, thermoplastics, wood, or concrete, especially in demanding outdoor and industrial applications. Our excellence begins with the formulation of a specialized Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) – a high-strength polyester resin composite, meticulously reinforced with glass fibers and enhanced with specific additives. This Kaerda-developed SMC is engineered for exceptional resistance to chemical corrosion (including most acids, alkalis, and oils), UV radiation, acid rain, and abrasive elements, issues that often lead to the premature failure of conventional cable trays. Our advanced in-house SMC production processes ensure a consistent, high-quality material base, which is then precision-molded into robust cable tray components.
The result is a cable tray system offering an outstanding outdoor service life, often exceeding 30 years with virtually no maintenance required. Unlike metal trays susceptible to theft and corrosion, Kaerda SMC cable trays provide a secure, long-lasting solution. Their inherent material properties mean they will not rot, rust, or become brittle under prolonged environmental exposure. Furthermore, while being as strong as many metal alternatives, our SMC cable trays are approximately four times lighter, significantly reducing transportation, handling, and installation costs, and allowing for easier overhead and complex routing installations.
Technological Edge in SMC Cable Tray Production
Kaerda (Jiangsu Lantai) leverages significant technological advantages in the production of its SMC Cable Trays, ensuring both superior product quality and manufacturing efficiency. Our facilities house 5 advanced SMC sheet production lines and 16 different tonnage molding machines, enabling us to efficiently produce a wide variety of cable tray sizes, designs, and load-bearing capacities. The SMC molding process itself is a highly efficient, often one-step manufacturing method, especially when compared to the multi-step fabrication required for sheet metal trays. This allows for the creation of complex features, integrated fittings, and consistent part quality with reduced manufacturing costs. Kaerda’s investment in automated controls for compounding and molding further enhances material consistency and the precision of each cable tray section produced.
Design Integration
Efficient one-step SMC molding for complex cable tray designs and integrated features.
Production Efficiency
Large-scale, automated SMC production capacity ensures reliable supply and cost-effectiveness.
Expert Design, Inherent Safety & Custom Cable Management Solutions
The design flexibility inherent in SMC materials allows Kaerda’s (Jiangsu Lantai’s) engineering team to create highly effective and customized cable tray solutions. We understand that each project has unique requirements, and our SMC can be molded to incorporate intricate features, various depths, widths, and specialized fittings directly into the tray design. A paramount advantage of Kaerda’s SMC cable trays is their inherent electrical insulation. Unlike metal trays that require grounding and pose potential electrical hazards, SMC is completely insulated itself, significantly enhancing safety for personnel, animals, and sensitive equipment in proximity to cable routes. Our R&D capabilities also allow us to tailor formulations for specific needs, such as enhanced flame retardancy or compliance with particular industry standards, ensuring our cable trays provide not just support, but a comprehensive safety and cable management solution.
