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Industrial and Inspection

Cables for inspection tools, robotics, and harsh-duty industrial systems.

Inspection tools and industrial equipment are often used in conditions that are hard on cabling. Pipelines, mines, and production facilities expose cables to abrasion, impact, tight routing, and repeated flexing. At the same time, inspection systems need clean video or sensor data, while robotics and automation demand consistent power and control signals. When a cable fails, operations stop and the cost of downtime rises quickly.

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How we engineer cables for industrial and inspection systems

Rochester Cable manufactures cable solutions for industrial equipment and tools that endure daily mechanical stress. Our designs combine mechanical toughness with long flex life and stable electrical performance, so equipment can be deployed repeatedly with confidence.

Key design priorities

Durability in abrasive and confined spaces
Armors, fillers, and jackets selected to resist wear, impact, and snagging in pipes, tunnels, and plant environments.

High-flex life for repetitive motion
Constructions and materials chosen to handle continuous bending, winding, and unwinding on reels or through cable chains.

Stable power and signal delivery
Conductor and shielding schemes designed to support video, sensor data, and control signals alongside power conductors.

Application-specific configurations
Cable layouts tailored to the needs of inspection cameras, robotics, mining equipment, and test instruments.

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Remote Visual and Pipeline Inspection Systems

Remote visual inspection systems use cameras and crawlers to assess pipelines, sewers, and other confined spaces. Their cables must be flexible, abrasion-resistant, and capable of carrying power and clean video or data signals through tight, wet, and contaminated environments.

What our cables deliver for inspection systems:

Flexible, compact designs suited for reels, push systems, and crawler umbilicals
Abrasion-resistant jacketing and mechanical protection to withstand contact with pipe walls and debris
Conductor and shielding options suited for video, control, and sensor data alongside power

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Industrial Robotics and Automation Equipment

Industrial robots and automated tools subject their cables to repeated motion and bending loads. These cables must handle high cycle counts, tight bend radii, and electrical noise from nearby power and drives while maintaining consistent performance.

What our cables deliver for robotics and automation:

High-flex life constructions for continuous motion in cable chains, robotic arms, and moving tooling
Configurations that support power, control, and feedback signals in a single cable, where appropriate
Jackets and materials chosen for resistance to oils, chemicals, and industrial contaminants

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Non-Destructive Testing and Measurement Systems

Non-destructive testing (NDT) and measurement systems use ultrasonic, eddy current, and other techniques to inspect assets without damaging them. These systems depend on stable signal paths between probes, instruments, and recording equipment.

What our cables deliver for NDT and measurement:

Signal and instrumentation cables designed for consistent impedance and low noise
Options for flexible, portable use or more static installations, depending on the test setup
Durable constructions that withstand field use, coiling, and transport without compromising measurement quality

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Mining Power and Lighting Systems

Mining environments expose cables to abrasion, impact, moisture, and rough handling. Power and lighting cables must operate safely and reliably in these conditions to support equipment and worker safety.

What our cables deliver for mining systems:

Heavy-duty constructions and jacketing suitable for mining and tunneling operations
Designs aligned with relevant mining standards and approvals, including options for MSHA-approved cables where applicable
Mechanical robustness to handle dragging, contact with rock surfaces, and frequent repositioning

Copper Cables

Power and control cables for topside, industrial, and harsh-duty applications where reliability and mechanical strength matter.

Custom Cable Solutions

Application-specific designs for unique inspection tools, robotic systems, and specialized industrial equipment.

Engineering and Testing Capabilities

In-house design and testing to confirm that cable constructions meet your mechanical, electrical, and environmental requirements before deployment.

Industrial and Inspection

Where reliable performance depends on the cable

How we engineer cables for industrial and inspection systems

Key design priorities