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Fibre Optic Solution for BP Sangachal Expansion Programme

As part of the BP Sangachal Expansion Programme, Sigma Technical Services were awarded a supply and installation contract for a communications fibre optic link around the terminal. Common with most oil & gas installations a special design cable was req

ISE 2017 - Thanks for Visiting our Stand!

FSC Global would like thank everyone who visited our stand at this month’s ISE Exhibition in Amsterdam. With almost 1200 exhibitors and 73,413 attendees it showed an 11.7% increase from 2016 making it the biggest show so far.

Integrated Systems Europe, RAI, Amsterdam 2017

Are you in Amsterdam this February? Join FSC Global at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the largest audio/visual and systems integration show in the world. Held at Amsterdam’s RAI exhibition centre.

Intersec 2017, Dubai

FSC Global Ltd will be back in Dubai in January exhibiting at Intersec 2017, the world’s leading trade fair for Security, Safety and Fire Protection. The three day event attracts over 30,000 industry visitors from all over the world.

HDBaseT Cat 5E & Cat 6; revolutionising key industries

Home entertainment and building automation are major growth areas of the 21st century. With intelligent building systems being controlled from a tablet or mobile phone you don’t even need to be there to switch on the TV or answer the door.

CPR - Frequently Asked Questions

CPR is the law so you have to conform. True, it’s a European regulation so we don’t have a choice...

International Marine Purchasing Association Exhibition, QEII Centre London 2015

Visit us at this year’s IMPA exhibition where hundreds of companies from across the globe display and discuss new products within the marine sector.

N-Type Connectors for Antennax™ Now in Stock

FS now stock a new line of N-Type connectors designed specifically for the popular Antennax coaxial range.

DNV approved Data & Coax cables for Offshore installations

For the Offshore and Marine industry to remain at the cutting edge of technology it needs high performance products and equipment. FSCG have introduced an exciting new range of DNV approved marine grade fibre, data and coax cables designed specifically to

What is a Thermocouple cable ?

Antennax™ Cables 50Ω and 75Ω

Antennax™ cables provide ultra-low loss performance from transceiver to an aerial or dish. Developed for microwave, satellite, VSAT and communications, these cables are manufactured to ensure optimum levels of performance. 50Ω and 75Ω versions are availab

FSC Global Now Offer Cat 5E UTP and Cat 6 UTP 305m Boxes in Both PVC and LSHF

Featuring unshielded twisted pair (UTP) solid copper conductors, Cat-5E and Cat-6 cables are ideal for the transmission of voice, data or video over a network.

Cat-5 Armoured & Duct Grade Cable

External data applications for Cat-5 cables are increasing all the time and so are the physical demands that these cables are being asked to cope with. Long gone are the days when cables were simply contained intrunking around offices or under suspended f

Fire Resistant Cables to IEC60331 and BS6387

Ideal for use on Petrochemical installations and public buildings where circuit integrity is required the 4 pair LAN cable offers true data transmission similar to Category 5 with fire resistance to IEC60331 and BS6387 (3 hours at 950°C).

Why Antennax™ should be your cable of choice

It offers high performance Antennax™ cables are sweep tested to 5.8 GHz to ensure competitive performance across the operating spectrum providing a high quality alternative to Times Microwave Systems LMR® and the Andrew Cinta® ranges.

Intersec 2017 - Thanks for Visiting our Stand!

FSC Global would like to thank everyone who came by our stand at Intersec 2017 in Dubai last week. The 19th edition of Intersec concluded last week, it was a successful three day show featuring 1,304 exhibitors from 58 countries.

An Insider to Outdoor Cables

Duct grade and armoured cables are ideal for use outside where weather exposure or mechanical damage could be a problem. The external duct grade cables feature a PE outer sheath over the standard cable to provide water resistance, UV stability and...

SMM 2016 - Thanks for visiting our stand!

Thank you to everyone that visited the stand at this year’s SMM exhibition in Hamburg. With more than 2,200 exhibitors from all over the world, roughly 50,000 industry visitors, and 93,000 square metres of exhibition space, the 27th SMM was the biggest..

The leading international maritime trade fair | 6-9th Sept 2016 | Hamburg

Join FSC Global Ltd at this year’s SMM exhibition, the leading international maritime trade fair in Hamburg, Germany. With more than 50,000 industry visitors from all over the world expected to attend it confirms this as the most important trade event...

ISE 2016, Amsterdam - Review

FSC Global would like thank everyone who visited our stand at this years Integrated Systems Europe Exhibition 2 in Amsterdam this month. With 65,686 attendees it confirmed our expectation that this was going to be the busiest exhibition in ISE history.

INTERSEC 2016, Dubai - Review

New: Fibre Optic Cables

FSC Global now stock a range of fibre optic cables to provide high speed, reliable data transmissions around the home or building.

Integrated Systems Europe, Amsterdam 2015 - Review

Once again the ISE exhibition in Amsterdam displayed a mind boggling array of new technology for smart homes and building control. Last year HDTV was the talk of the show, this year 3DTV stole the spotlight – now available without having to wear rather st

KNX Certified Cables

KNX is the ideal solution for synchronizing heating, ventilation, lighting, security and blinds with external climate conditions or adjusted by an interface to pre-set levels.

YY CY and SY available from stock!

In response to customer demand, FSC Global have increased the range of flexible control cables held in stock.

IFSEC International Exhibition, ExCel London 2014 - Review

FSC were busy last week showcasing a wide range of products designed for the international fire and security market at IFSEC 2014 in London.

IFSEC International Exhibition, ExCel London 2014

We welcome you to the IFSEC International Exhibition where companies from around the UK and internationally get involved showcasing their ranges of product within the fire and security sector.

The National Synchrotron Light Source II - NSLS II Project

The extraordinary experiments in energy, health and nano-science that are achievable at the NSLS II will mean that we have helped shape the future of our planet and mankind - if only just a little!

Increased Stock - Bus Cables

Once upon a time each switch, sensor, detector, contact or device needed its own pair of wires to signal back to a central control unit what was happening.

ISE 2014 Review

Many thanks to all of you that were able to visit us at the ISE show in Amsterdam last month, with a great attendance and many new building automation innovations it certainly turned out to be a super show.

Should we allow "Me-too" products in our industry?

What’s the difference between EIB, KNX & JH(st)H is a fair question.

Belden Alternatives from Stock

The FSC Global range of Belden Alternatives cables include most well-known types, many of which are available in PVC, LSF, LSHF, external duct grade and SWA.These cables are manufactured to match the performance of high quality materials so you can be con

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - SAOGE & IFSEC OSH

Following the successful completion of civil and construction projects within Saudi Arabia, FSC Global visited the region in November to further develop relationships through local distribution and additionally focusing on future development projects in J

ISE Amsterdam Exhibition 2014

FSC Global are exhibiting on stand 7-M240 at ISE (Integrated Systems Europe) in Amsterdam from the 4-6th February 2014. Come along to see a wide range of Audio, Visual and Home Automation cables for intelligent building installations.

Meet the Distribution and Manufacturing Team!

The ‘Distribution and Manufacturing Team’ is an enthusiastic and vibrant unit that are committed to helping you! As they have been involved with many global projects they are able to share their expert knowledge on a range of cables to help you with your

Meet the Engineering and Contracting Team!

FSC Global aim to ensure that a good quality service is being delivered – that’s why we’ve created the ‘Engineering and Contracting Team’ for our customers!

High Temperature Cables from Stock

FSC Global stock a wide range of high temperature cables offering an off the shelf solution for temperature critical applications.

Smart Buildings Exhibition in Sofia, Bulgaria!

May 29th -31st 2013 FSC Global attended the Smart Buildings Exhibition in Sofia, Bulgaria. The exhibition was split into various sections, Solar, South-East Europe, Lift Balkans, Smart Buildings and EE & RE / EE & BE.

The IFSEC International Exhibition

On May 13th-16th 2013 FSC Global attended the IFSEC International 2013 exhibition at the NEC Birmingham UK.

LF-249 meets EN50525

New stocks of 2491B and 6701B (H05Z-K & H07Z-K) from FSC Global comply with European standard EN 50525, the recent change in standards classification means they are no longer part of BS 7211.

All the European flexes you need – from stock

A wide range of European control flexes are available from stock to meet all your installation needs.

Draka Firetuf becomes FT Coax and FT Data

FSC Global are the official distributor of the newly named Draka FT Data range of high performance circuit integrity cables. Previously known as Firetuf, these cables provide continued functionality in the event of fire.

LU approval for the Draka FT Data range from FSC Global.

FSC Global are pleased to confirm that the Draka Firetuf range of data and coax cables have passed the requirements of London Underground (LU) standard 2-01001-002. The Draka FT Data cable range is designed to provide circuit integrity to vital safety and

Changes to British Standards January 2013

There has been a large change to British Standards (BS standard) relating to Harmonized (European HAR) cables up to and including 450/750V ratings. This is a European Community effort to unify the standards used and products available in the EU market.

LSHF – Seeing through the smoke

With the increasing demand for ‘safe’ buildings, more attention is being paid to the types of cables being installed, and the potential risks in the event of fire. It is now recognised that smoke and poisonous fumes are often a far greater risk to life an

Niltox® LF-249

The Niltox® range of low smoke halogen free flexible single cores provides a ‘safe’ and flexible solution to panel and switchgear wiring.

LF-349 LSZH SY flexible Armoured Cable

Meet the Team at FSC Global

You've dealt with FSC Global before so we wanted you to meet the people whose hard work goes into every order. We're all here to meet your cabling needs and give you a great service.

CW1308B Internal / External Telephone Cables Now In Stock

1308B internal/external telephone cables are the ideal solution for linking between buildings and across campus applications. The low smoke halogen free jacket and aluminium moisture barrier provide fire safety inside and protection from water when inst

KNX – Complex Technologies, Simple Cabling

Nowadays buildings that are energy efficiently designed are becoming more and more popular. Most modern buildings incorporate some form of Intelligent Building Technology (IBT) ranging from automatic lighting and climate control to door entry and security

Marine Grade Foundation Fieldbus Type A Cable, BP Clair Ridge Project

FSC Global was contacted by BP & AMEC engineers to provide a Foundation Fieldbus type A cable suitable for the Clair Ridge project. Like many offshore applications the environment is harsh due to the infamous North Sea weather and the high likelihood of c

FP200 Gold & FP Plus Now in Stock

Prysmian manufactured fire cables are market leader in terms of quality and performance. Many “softskin” fire cables use silicone rubber insulation which is prone to nicks and damage during installation.

FSC Global Joins FPAL

FSC Global has joined FPAL, the supplier management system for the Oil & Gas industry. FPAL works to identify, qualify, evaluate and monitor suppliers on behalf of its purchasing members to ensure the quality, service and ethical needs of the industry ar

Low Smoke Halogen Free SY Now in Stock - Part of the Niltox LF-349 Range

FSC Global now stock the Niltox range of LF-349 flexible LSHF SY multicore control cables. Niltox LF-349 is a low smoke halogen free (LSHF) version of traditional SY cable. It is made up of class 5 stranded conductors, LSHF multicores, LSHF bedding, an o

FSC Global Now Stock SY Control Cable From 0.75mm² to 16mm²

FSC Global now offer an increased range of SY Cables, stocking 10mm² and 16mm² in three and four core versions. This is in addition to our existing range of number coded SY 0.75mm² to 16mm² and colour coded SY 0.75mm² to 2.5mm² in 2 and 3 core versions.

RG6 Quad Shield Coax

RG6 Quad Shield is new to the stock range in PVC and LSHF (Low Smoke Halogen Free) jacket options. Precision manufactured using a physical foam PE dielectric with four layers of shielding makes RG6 Quad Shield Coax the ideal solution for a wide range of

New Additions to the Antennax Ultra Low Loss Coaxial Cable Range

FSC Global has enhanced the range of high performance low loss coaxial Antennax cables by introducing Antennax-400 and Antennax-600 in 75 Ohm versions. This is in addition to the 50 Ohm versions also held in stock.

TruSound OFC Professional 16/2 & 16/4 Speaker Cables Now in Stock

FSC Global have added 16/2 and 16/4 OFC speaker cables to the TruSound Professional range of high performance audio cables. Featuring stranded OFC (oxygen free copper) conductors, the cables combine flexibility with optimum levels of performance and sou

Full Range of Thermocouple Cables Now Available

The range of thermocouple cables used in industry is vast, with so many variations and options to take into consideration. Purchasing thermocouple cables often seems a daunting task. To help you make the right selection FSC Global have added a new thermo

Case Study - Mater Dei Hospital, Malta

The Mater Dei Hospital is being built by the Maltese Government to provide up to the minute medical treatment with the minimum of environmental impact, making it one of Europe's leading environmentally friendly Hospitals.

FSC Global to Provide Cable for WorldSkills 2011 Competition

FSC Global are providing the KNX cable to be used on the electrical installation competition at WorldSkills 2011 at Excel, London from 5th – 8th October.

Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test

Low loss braided microwave coax cables are widely used for remote radio and satellite applications on ships and oil rigs where their flexibility provides easy routing in in confined spaces.

Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test

Low loss braided microwave coax cables are widely used for remote radio and satellite applications on ships and oil rigs where their flexibility provides easy routing in in confined spaces.

Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test

Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test Low loss braided microwave coax cables are widely used for remote radio and satellite applications on ships and oil rigs where their flexibility provides easy routing in in confined spaces.

Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test

Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test Low loss braided microwave coax cables are widely used for remote radio and satellite applications on ships and oil rigs where their flexibility provides easy routing in in confined spaces.

Welcome to the New FSC Global Website

The new FSC Global website contains an expanded product range including Home Automation cables, Marine approved data cables as well as tools and accessories.

LF-249 Flexible Single Core - The Flexible Panel Wiring Solution

The LF-249 Flexible Single Core range of Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) flexible single cores provides a ‘safe’ and flexible solution to panel and switchgear wiring.

CEDIA Home Technology Event

FS Cables will be exhibiting at the Home Technology Event at London Excel, 28-30th June this year. Featuring the latest innovations and technologies in home automation, lighting control, home cinema, multi-room audio, home-networking and security system

Case Study - Cabling the World Cup 2010

With most large infrastructure projects the pressure to finish on time builds towards the end, the Gautrain rail development in South Africa was no exception. Completing the rail link between Johannesburg and Pretoria was vital to transport thousands of p

Come and Visit Us at Integrated Systems Europe

Please come and visit us at Integrated Systems Europe. ISE is the number one show for integrated building management and AV systems. The show is in Amsterdam, Netherlands 1-3 February 2011 and will showcase the latest innovations for home automation and

Draka Firetuf Range Becomes FT Coax and FT Data

FT is the range of high performance circuit integrity cables which provide continued functionality in the event of fire. FT Coax is a high performance CCTV cable designed to carry on transmitting video in the event of a fire.

Draka Firetuf Range Becomes FT Coax and FT Data

FT is the range of high performance circuit integrity cables which provide continued functionality in the event of fire. FT Coax is a high performance CCTV cable designed to carry on transmitting video in the event of a fire.

Case Study - AGIP KCO Kashagan Barges

The Kashagan island developments in the Caspian Sea are breaking new ground in oil & gas extraction. With high concentrations of hydrogen sulphide gas, a high pressure reservoir and savage weather conditions, safety is a huge concern. To facilitate this e

ISO14001 Accreditation

We are pleased to announce that in November FSC Global achieved ISO 14001 accreditation for operating environmentally management systems.

FSC Team Complete St. Albans Half Marathon

FSC Global staff have successfully taken part in the St Albans Half Marathon again this year. Sponsorship money raised by the team went to supporting the British Heart Foundation Charity, the biggest funder of heart and circulatory research in the UK.

New FSC Global Catalogue

New FSC Global Catalogue. Please feel free to download a copy of our new catalogue.

Thermocouple Cables Available From Stock

FSC Global have introduced a range of Thermocouple cables available in Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) versions.

Thermocouple cables from stock

Thermocouple cables from stock FSC Global have introduced a range of Thermocouple cables available in Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) versions.

Copper Price

Copper prices are expected to rise following the earthquake in Chile on 27th February

Antennax Cables

FSC Global are expanding the range of “ANTENNAX” Brand antenna feeder cables for use on mobile phone and microwave communication equipment.

RG Quadshield

Designed with an 18AWG Copperweld type conductor and quad-shielding of aluminium foil and braid this RG6 cable is ideal for ControlNet and industrial data applications.

Trako 2009

The European railway show in Gdanisk attracted many European visitors and exhibitors from the railway sector. The range of services and products available ranges from electrical switchgear to 2300 horsepower Traction engines.

Website & Service

We are thinking about the next version of the www.fscglobal.com website and how we can improve it, so I thought I would ask you. The website is there for your benefit so what other products would you like to find there and how can we make it more user fr

KNX Cable Approval

KNX has replaced EIB (European Installation Bus) EHSA and Batibus as the new European building management system of choice. Meeting IEC/ISO 14543 the system has been widely adopted around the world for its energy saving features and "green" credentials.

KNX Cable Approval

KNX has replaced EIB (European Installation Bus) EHSA and Batibus as the new European building management system of choice. Meeting IEC/ISO 14543 the system has been widely adopted around the world for its energy saving features and "green" credentials.

Brass Cable Glands & Kits

In addition to plastic glands the range offered now includes: A2 - Single Seal for unarmoured cables CW - Single rubber seal for SWA cables CX - Single rubber seal for braided cables E1W - 2 rubber seals for braided cables E1X - 2 rubber seals for braide

Heatshrink

It's often the case with specialist cables that the colour you need is not available, a manufacture production run quantity is too expensive and you are left with a problem. To provide a cost effective solution FSCG have added coloured heatshrink sleevin

Case Study - Dubai Airwing Facility

The Dubai Airwing Facility is a prestigious development to Dubai’s International Airport incorporating hangars for Royal aircraft parking (eight in total), baggage handling, new operations centre and a specialised horse transfer facility. As with all air

PAS 5308

The BCA - The British Cables Association and ECA are working to develop PAS 5308 (Publically Available Specification - 5308) to ensure that the technical information in BS5308 remains public viewing following the withdrawal of BS 5308 and its replacement

DSEI 2009

Come and visit us on stand 414 on the 8th - 11th September 2009 at Excel, London, UK

May 2009 - OTC, Houston

FSC Global exhibited at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, USA.

Case Study - Jubail Expert Refinery Project

Petrochemical refinery projects often combine the talents of many companies from around the world. This can result in equipment manufactured to different international standards being used and a variety of bespoke solutions. The Jubail Expert Refinery pro

Antennax™ - The High Performance, Ultra Low Loss Coaxial Cable

Antennax™ - The High Performance Ultra Low Loss Coaxial Cable Antennax is the new range of high performance, ultra low loss coaxial cables designed to carry signals from a transmitter to an antenna, aerial or dish. Developed for microwave, satellite and

ANT - Cables

FSC Global are expanding the range of "ANT" brand antenna feeder cables for use on mobile phone and microwave communication equipment.

ANT - Cables

FSC Global are expanding the range of "ANT" brand antenna feeder cables for use on mobile phone and microwave communication equipment.

Cable Trivia - Extension or Compensating?

Thermocouple cables are used for measuring temperature and attach to the back of the thermocouple probe. All thermocouple cables come as pairs and have a “type” so you can identify them for usage, types include Kx, Jx, KCB, Ex, Rx (and many more). Each co

Copper & Compounds

Although there have been recent falls in the world copper market these have been somewhat offset by the weaker pound. Further falls are likely should the economic slowdown spread worldwide.

Exhibition Review

IFSEC, the International Fire & Security Exhibition was held in Birmingham NEC for four days in May. The array of products on show was mind-blowing with everything from the humble padlock to the latest in anti-terrorist equipment. At our stand, FSC Globa

Cable Trivia - Thermoplastic or Thermoset?

Many cable specifications state insulation or sheathing compounds as thermoplastic or thermosetting but what does it mean? A thermoplastic compound such as PVC or Polyethylene (PE) can be melted and reformed without its properties being altered.

Tri-Barrier - A Lead Sheath Alternative

For many years lead sheathing was the only solution for cables being exposed to hydrocarbons. Whilst offering superb protection it does have its drawbacks. Lead cables are very heavy, expensive and difficult to install. The toxic fumes released during pr

Thermocouple Cables from Stock

FSC Global have introduced a range of Thermocouple cables available in Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) versions. To meet the petrochemical industry demands the cables are based on the popular BS 5308 instrument standard and are available in single pair and

Case Study - Dragon LNG Conversion Wales 2007

The Dragon LNG site is being constructed in Milford Haven to enable the import and storage of Liquefied Natural Gas. Until 1997 the site was used as an oil refinery, as a result some areas of the site suffer from sub-surface hydrocarbon contamination. The

Cable Trivia - CCA 'Copper Clad Aluminium'

Due to the high price of copper there has been an increase in the use of CCA for coax cables. Aluminium based conductors can provide significant price saving but at what cost?

Cable Trivia - Instrumentation Cables

Lead sheathed cables offer superb protection from hydrocarbon contamination but they come with range of costs. Not only are they expensive to buy and slow to install, the lead sheath production is environmentally damaging and at the end of the cables life

FSC Global Returns to Kazakhstan

For the second year running our export division FSC Global exhibited at the KIOGE 2007 oil and gas show in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Daniel Butterfield spoke to Wired about his experiences at the show, including a brush with royalty.

Case Study - Gobustan Fields Gas Development

GOC are developing a new condensate extraction facility. The field is due to start pumping late December 2005 and there is still lots of installation work to be completed. The electrical work is being carried out by several different companies based in Ca

Spiral Cables

Spiral cables can provide the ideal cable management solution allowing cables to tidy themselves away when not in use. Applications include hand portable welding equipment on motor car production lines and extending lighting masts.

Cable Trivia - Coaxial Cables

Did you know the braid on a coax cable is not a screen but a second conductor? Although it is often described as a screen it provides an important part of the signal transmission. For this reason it is important to know the quality of the coax cable that

BUS Cables

Modern day process control systems now communicate through intelligent devices along a Bus connection allowing the production line to think and talk. The intelligent devices communicate over high performance cables, often twisted pairs allowing Bi- Direct

Case Study - The Fusion Program Plasma Research in India

To support the development of the Fusion program an Indian based research sub-contractor required a unique specification cable for use on Plasma Research equipment. As the specification required did not exist FSC Global were called upon to provide a solut

Cable Trivia - LSHF

Not all low smoke cables are the same. Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) cables burn cleanly and do not emit more than 0.5% toxins during combustion, however the same cannot be said for Low Smoke and Fume (LSF) cables.

RiserFlex & RiserShield – 0.6/1kV Rated Control Wiring

In buildings and developments where space is at a premium more cables are being run in confined spaces than ever before. This creates a problem with building regulations where power and control cables with incompatible voltages are installed in close prox

Cable Trivia - Flame Resistance vs Flame Retardant

Flame Retardant/Fire Resistant - Do You Know The Difference?

Marine/Offshore Cables

In response to your requests the range of marine and offshore cables has been increased. In addition to the NEK606 and BS6883/BS7917 types shown on the website, European IEC60092- 353 and American IEEE-45 Type P cable can be supplied.

Data & Bus Cables

Technology changes fast and there is a constant demand for new cables to do the job. At FSCG we aim to keep "ahead of the game" and stock cables meeting the needs of the latest technology. A huge variety of American style data - Cables including Belden, A