MASTERBATCHES
In case a cable company shows interest in technology transfer the expert will travel to the country where cable company is located. The expert will factually demonstrate the production of the master batches by buying the materials from the local market. The quality control tests will be performed where possible utilizing local facilities to demonstrate the authenticity of the cable produced in conformity with the international standards. The role of different alternate products or additives selected will be explained with the theory or philosophy behind it
CABLES
In case of production of radiation cross linked cables, the technology of production can be transferred and if radiation source is locally available, Availability of the Electron processing system is essential and the machine should have a wire handling system. Radiation cross linked cables can be tested for their non melting character locally and by performing hot set tests etc.
For high temperature PVC, PVC resin can be appropriately modified by replacement of plasticize and stabilizers. The efficiency can be tested using storage or exposure of produced wires at 105 C in the factory and the treated cables should not demonstrate losses more than allowed as shown in international standards.
For radiation resistant fire resistant low voltage power cables, the fire resistance and mechanical properties will be determined in the factory. If irradiation facility is available, exposure can be given( 100Mrads ) and the tests performed to establish the radiation tolerance after exposure to 100 Mega reds . Or else the cable will be brought to Pakistan, and after exposure to radiation the tests will be performed to determine the loss in mechanical and electrical characteristics to decide whether the cable qualifies for class 1E cable tests or not.
Costs involved in Technology Transfer
As regards the costs of technology transfer, the matter can be discussed in the first visit. A reasonable moderate cost will be charged for the tech transfer. In the first visit the travel costs will be borne by the expert whereas lodging and boarding will be the responsibility of the cable company inviting the expert. Or else a total package can be decided beforehand .Terms will be flexible and will favor the company buying the technology.