Smiths Interconnect has expended its cable harness production capacity at its facility in Tunisia. This strategic initiative is designed to meet the increasing demand for high-quality cable harness solutions across various industries, bolstering Smiths Interconnect’s product offerings and supporting growth across all EMEA production sites.
A cable harness, which comprises a collection of wires bound together to transmit signals or electrical power, plays a vital role in various sectors, including aerospace, defense, automotive, and construction machinery. Smiths Interconnect specializes in ultra-high-performance electronic products that are purpose-built for challenging environments where consistent connectivity is essential.
The expansion will feature state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and advanced production processes, allowing customers to optimize their value chains by reducing the number of suppliers needed for connectors and cable assemblies. This “one-stop-shop” approach will streamline operations, minimize lead times, and enhance sustainability by decreasing goods movement and packaging waste.
“The expansion of our cable harness capacity allows Smiths Interconnect to become a one-stop-shop for our customers, reducing their supply chain complexities, simplifying processes, and lowering costs. By enhancing our cable harness and assembly capabilities, we offer complete connectivity solutions with tested cabled connectors, eliminating double procurement,” said Mark Kelleher, Connectors BU Director at Smiths Interconnect.
transmission, as well as hybrid, armored, power, coaxial, twinax, triax, and quadrax connectors catering to aerospace, defense, transportation, and industrial applications.
With capacities ranging from small to large volumes, Smiths Interconnect is positioned to offer integrated interconnect assemblies that leverage high-reliability connectors combined with qualified cable solutions. This increase in production capacity enhances the company’s ability to meet the evolving needs of its global customer base, providing qualified cables and connectors as a unique, integrated solution.
