Mission Statement
The NEMA 5FB.2 Cable Ties Section will promote high value, consistent quality, safe and efficient application for cable ties and their associated fixing devices that meets the expectations of a wide variety of users.
Section Scope
Includes metallic, nonmetallic and composite cable ties and associated fixing devices within the scope of IEC 62275 and UL 1565.
About NEMA Cable Tie Manufacturers
NEMA member companies comprise the leading global cable tie brands and most experienced cable tie manufacturers in the world. Since the invention of the cable tie in the 1950’s, NEMA manufacturers have kept pace with the latest material and manufacturing technologies and today provide a wide variety of fastening solutions that address seemingly endless uses for the product. From simple everyday uses to those requiring tight specification, there is likely a cable tie that will meet your need.
NEMA cable tie manufacturers have led the development of high industry standards for their products since before 1980.
List of NEMA Cable Tie Manufacturers:
Avery Dennison
ACT Fastening Solutions
HellermannTyton Corporation
Panduit Corporation
Thomas & Betts
Technical Activities
The technical activities of the NEMA 5FB.2 Section are carried out by the 5FB.2 Technical Committee. The primary technical focus for the foreseeable future will be to prepare and promote the adoption of the IEC 62275 standard, Cable ties for electrical installations, as an American National Standard and a regionally harmonized standard. This process will be accomplished through a coordinated effort under the auspices of the Council for Harmonization of Electrotechnical Standards of the Nations of the Americas (CANENA), THSC23A Cable ties.
UPDATE!! A first draft of the IEC-adopted standard for use in North America has been completed and is under preliminary technical review within UL, CSA, ANCE and INTECO (Costa Rica). The THSC aims to achieve consensus on the standard by the end of 2008 and to have the standards organizations publish in early 2009.
NEMA members are committed to promoting the global adoption of IEC 62275 and to actively participating in the relevant codes and standards activities that pertain to the intended safe use of our products.
The 5FB.2 Technical Committee will develop practical information including best-practice selection and installation guidelines and clear communication on technical aspects and frequently asked questions related to standard classifications for cable ties and their associated fixing devices.
Standards and Publications
UL Standards relevant to cable ties and fixing devices
UL 1565/CSA C.22 No.18.5
Positioning Devices
(a Binational standard Canada and U.S.)
Links to other relevant standards for cable ties and fixing devices:
Go here for Cable Ties and Fixing Devices (UL Listed)
Go here for Cable Ties and Fixing Devices (UL Recognized)
Government Affairs
Through NEMA, the section develops industry positions on legislative and regulatory initiatives that may affect member products, markets, and customers. NEMA's work has resulted in contributions to public policy development and in promoting competitiveness, technological progress, and public safety. On the Government Affairs homepage members can search for and e-mail federal representatives to convey opinions regarding energy policy or other issues related to the electroindustry.
NEMA Government Affairs provides specific services to its members and information in the areas of Environment, Health & Safety; Energy; and International Trade & Commerce.
Market Economics
NEMA Business Information Services (NEMA/BIS) provides market data to the public as well as to members.
For the public:
Statistics on domestic product shipments are available. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau has been re-packaged to reflect the products within NEMA divisions.
For members:
Through NEMA, member companies are able to develop and implement tailored, industry-specific market and statistical programs that benefit participating companies. Reports may include:
- Product orders and sales
- Market forecasting
- Shipments by trading areas
- Channels of distribution
- Financial and operating ratios
- Wages and benefits
- Foreign trade
The association also conducts economic analyses on the impact of legislation and regulations on member products, and monitors and reports on key industry market indicators. All programs comply with NEMA statistical confidentiality policies. For more information, please see Business & Economy.
Membership
Membership in NEMA is open to any firm actively engaged in the manufacture in North America of a product within the NEMA scope and for sale in the open market. Membership of foreign firms is subject to product section policies and NEMA Board of Governors approval.
NEMA operates on a fee-for-service basis. Each product section establishes its projects and activities and approves an annual operating budget. A fee is then established using an annual average of net domestic sales of products within the NEMA scope. Visit our Joining NEMA section for more information on membership.
