Evacuation safety starts with cable selection – watch the illustrative video
In the event of a fire, every second counts. In the video below, we demonstrate how significant the difference between halogen-free and PVC cables can be in terms of evacuation safety.
If the video doesn’t appear below, you can watch it on YouTube here.
Halogen-free cable improves visibility and reduces harmful smoke gases
Traditional PVC cables produce thick, black smoke and corrosive gases in the event of a fire, which can hinder evacuation and endanger lives. Halogen-free cables, on the other hand, do not release harmful smoke gases or black smoke, and the overall amount of smoke is significantly reduced. This improves visibility, facilitates escape, and makes rescue operations safer.
See the test – the difference in smoke formation between PVC and halogen-free cables in a fire.
Less damage to buildings, equipment, and property
Smoke gases from a fire don’t only affect people – building structures, electrical systems, machinery, and property are also exposed to damage. Corrosive gases released from PVC cables can ruin sensitive electronic devices, cause permanent surface damage, and accelerate corrosion. Halogen-free cables, however, do not produce corrosive compounds, reducing secondary damage and making it easier to reoccupy spaces after a fire. This can significantly save costs and shorten production downtime.
A concrete comparison on video
The video shows a clear, visual demonstration comparing PVC and halogen-free cables under identical fire conditions, highlighting their impact on evacuation safety. The results speak for themselves: the difference in visibility, smoke quality, and gases is substantial. With this video, we want to show why halogen-free cables are increasingly the right choice – not only technically, but also responsibly.
Watch the video and make the smarter choice today
We are phasing out all PVC-containing cables and want to lead the construction industry toward safer and more responsible solutions. Watch the evacuation safety video on YouTube and share it – evacuation safety is something that concerns us all.
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