Last Updated: 2013-01-11

CableTest Systems Inc.

Company information

Legal Name:   CableTest Systems Inc.
Operating Name:   CableTest Systems Inc.
Alternate Name:   CableTest Systems (USA), Inc.
Mailing Address 400 Alden Rd MARKHAM, Ontario L3R 4C1	Location Address 400 Alden Rd MARKHAM, Ontario L3R 4C1
Telephone: (905) 475-2607
Ext: 245
Toll Free Phone: 1-800-495-1998
Fax: (905) 475-2609
Email: robert.maccarone@cabletest.com
Website URL: http://www.cabletest.com

Contact information

Annie Stone
	Title:   Manager
	Area of Responsibility:   Management Executive
	Telephone:   (905) 475-2607
	Ext:   232
	Fax:   (905) 475-2609
	Email:   annie.stone@cabletest.com
Robert Maccarone
	Title:   Manager
	Area of Responsibility:   Export Sales & Marketing
	Telephone:   (905) 475-2607
	Ext:   224
	Fax:   (905) 475-2609
	Email:   robert.maccarone@cabletest.com

Company description

The Company designs, manufactures and distributes a full range of leading edge test equipment used in the verification of backplanes, connectors, electrical wiring, cabling systems, and complex interconnection products. CableTest equipment is capable of providing both low voltage and high voltage tests. Low voltage tests ensure the static reliability of the wiring harness, whereas a high voltage (HIPOT) test checks the long-term reliability by testing for leakage and breakdown. CableTest's Sales Engineers have extensive expertise in the Test and Measurement field, and are available to discuss specific applications, custom tailored to solve even the most complex problems. The Company currently offers two standard wiring analyzers. The wiring analyzers are microprocessor-based and contain an easy-to-use interface, software algorithms and communication software. To support each unique wire harness, CableTest develops a customized cable interface module. The Company products are used in a multitude of diverse applications, ranging from simple wire harnesses, to testing the entire functional operation of space shuttle booster rocket. The company’s customers include: AFC, Alstom, Amphenol, Belden, Boeing, Bombardier, GE, Hamilton Sundstrand, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, Molex and Smiths Aerospace.
Country of Ownership:	Canada
Year Established:	2001
Exporting:	Yes
Quality Certification:	ISO 9001
Primary Industry (NAICS):	334512 - Measuring, Medical and Controlling Devices Manufacturing
Alternate Industries (NAICS):	416110 - Electrical Wiring and Construction Supplies Wholesaler-Distributors
Primary Business Activity:	Manufacturer / Processor / Producer
Total Sales ($CDN):	$1,000,000 to $4,999,999
Export Sales ($CDN):	$1,000,000 to $4,999,999
Number of Employees:	36

Product / Service / Licensing

Product Name:	DHV Wiring Analyzer
The MPT-DHV distributed high voltage system was designed specifically for the aerospace and transportation industry for testing aircraft, rocket, satellite and train wiring systems where HiPot testing at remote locations is required. Any MPT-based wiring analyzer can be distributed through multiple remote test units reducing the need for long adapter cables. Key features include: • Up to 30,000 test points • Up to 5000VDC/6000VAC HiPot testing • Up to 5A/96V energization The MPT-DHV switching architecture creates a powerful combination of high output current and measurement accuracy with virtually unlimited expansion capability, mixed high and low voltage energization, floating ground testing, fault location and extremely fast test-cycle times.
Product Name:	Horizon-II Harness Tester
The Horizon's portability, simplicity and reliability have earned it international recognition throughout the automotive, aerospace, computing, medical, military, telecom and transportation sectors. Horizon wiring analyzers test everything from simple data cables to complex wiring harnesses. Typical applications range from functionality testing of SCSI terminators and computer network switch-hubs to the field analysis of wiring assemblies in military aircraft. The Horizon offers an unrivalled diversity of test scenarios in a portable wiring analyzer. Its touch-screen control makes it exceptionally easy to program and test. Standard test capability includes fault location and automatic product learning. All models enable 128-point testing with modular expansion capability up to 1024 points plus high current and HiPot testing capability up to 1500 VDC and/or 1067 VAC. Horizon software enables error-free product assembly with its Build-Aid tool, powerful program development using TCL scripting and virtually unlimited test storage capabilities with a built-in hard disk. All Horizon wiring analyzers support SPC, which enables users to manipulate test data in leading spreadsheet and database applications.
Product Name:	MPT Backplane Tester
The MPT Backplane Tester uses distributed switching cards for testing backplanes up to and exceeding 100,000 points. Each distributed switching card contains either 64 or 256 points of electronic switching. Key features include: (1) Extremely fast test speeds of up to 3,000 continuity scans per second. (2) Mixed high and low voltage energization for selective HiPot and low voltage testing of power and ground circuits in backplanes. (3) Custom Designed Paddle Cards adapt the MPT to the backplane under test.
Product Name:	MPT-SCAN Open Capture Test System
The MPT-SCAN was designed specifically to detect micro-opens in wired assemblies during environmental stress testing. The MPT-SCAN enables continuous and simultaneous monitoring of all points in the Product Under Test while subjected to vibration and thermal cycling. The MPT-SCAN system will detect, record and display all intermittent micro-opens as they occur during environmental testing with a scan rate of at least 100,000 samples per second. Key features include: • 150 test point increments • 12VDC high speed continuity tests • 1mSec flex test, open/short • Scan rate/point of at least 100,000 times per second (10µSec open capture) Applications include testing of mission-critical interconnect systems that are exposed to environmental stresses during normal operation such as military connectors, missile control panels and aircraft power distribution centers.
Product Name:	MPT Wiring Analyzer
MPT Series Wiring Analyzers use computer controlled, state-of-the-art switching architecture to evaluate the functionality of complex electrical wiring systems. Key features include: • Up to 100,000 test points • Up to 5000VDC/6000VAC • Up to 5A/96V programmable source • MASS HiPot Algorithm • Windows-based programming • Easy to use The MPT’s switching architecture creates a powerful combination of high output current and measurement accuracy with virtually unlimited expansion capability, mixed high and low voltage energization, floating ground testing, fault location and extremely fast test-cycle times. One of the smallest footprints in the industry, each system is fully transportable and ideal for complex interconnection testing.
FSC Code:	6625-Electrical and Electronic Properties Measuring and Testing Instruments AC00-Defense Systems AD00-Defense - Other AR00-Space H200-Equipment and Materials Testing R001-Specifications Development Services R002-Technology Sharing/Utilization Services R005-Technical Assistance R007-Systems Engineering Services R008-Engineering and Technical Services (incl. Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronic Engineering)

Technology profile

The Company designs, manufactures and distributes a full range of leading edge test equipment used in the verification of backplanes, connectors, electrical wiring, cabling systems, and complex interconnection products. CableTest equipment is capable of providing both low voltage and high voltage tests. Low voltage tests ensure the static reliability of the wiring harness, whereas a high voltage (HIPOT) test checks the long-term reliability by testing for leakage and breakdown.

CableTest's Sales Engineers have extensive expertise in the Test and Measurement field, and are available to discuss specific applications, custom tailored to solve even the most complex problems.

The Company currently offers two standard wiring analyzers. The wiring analyzers are microprocessor-based and contain an easy-to-use interface, software algorithms and communication software. To support each unique wire harness, CableTest develops a customized cable interface module.

The Company products are used in a multitude of diverse applications, ranging from simple wire harnesses, to testing the entire functional operation of space shuttle booster rocket. The company’s customers include: AFC, Alstom, Amphenol, Belden, Boeing, Bombardier, GE, Hamilton Sundstrand, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, Molex and Smiths Aerospace.

Market profile

Alliances:

• Financial
• Sales/Marketing
• Technology

Strategic alliances:

CableTest Systems is interested in partnerships that expand our
product offering, distribution network and/or operational
efficiencies.

Industry sector market interests:

• Information Technology and Telecommunications
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Aerospace
• Defence
• Automotive
• Electrical Equipment

Geographic markets:

Export experience:

• Algeria
• Argentina
• Australia
• Belgium
• Brazil
• China
• Costa Rica
• Dominican Republic
• Finland
• France
• Georgia
• Germany
• Hong Kong
• India
• Iran, Islamic Republic of
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Japan
• Korea, Republic of
• Malaysia
• Mexico
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Puerto Rico
• Romania
• Russian Federation
• Singapore
• Spain
• Sweden
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Turkey
• Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Alabama
• Alaska
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• District of Columbia
• Florida
• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• New York
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• South Carolina
• South Dakota
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Vermont
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

Actively pursuing:

• Austria
• Bulgaria
• Chile
• Colombia
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Egypt
• Gibraltar
• Greece
• Hungary
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Netherlands
• Switzerland
• Viet Nam

Sector information

Classification codes

Total plant size:

Distribution of employees

Canada - 34
USA - 2

Key / Major clients:

Amphenol, Alstom, BAE Systems, Bombardier, Eurocopter, Flextronics, GE, Honeywell, Lockheed, Molex, Northrop Grumman, Parker Aerospace, Precision Interconnect, Sanmina, Siemens, Tellabs, Tyco, U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy

Success stories:

Product: CableTest MPT-1000 Multi-point Tester
Application: Chassis level testing
Industry: Aerospace

Customer: Global manufacturer of military and commercial avionic equipment for the C-17 Globemaster cargo plane, the Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger airliner, and the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.

Challenge: The stringent continuity, isolation, and HiPot test procedures involved can exceed over 3,000 test points per board. In addition, the customer required a test bed that combined flexibility, ease of use and expandibility.

Solution: After a thorough review, the customer chose the CableTest MPT-1000 Multipoint Tester. The MPT-1000 met their capacity needs and offered a number of advantages over the other products evaluated. High on that list were its programming flexibility and hardware options. The hardware options include a wide range of multiplexing cards that allow for concurrent testing. The customer can test 12 boards at a time, 36, or 200…giving them a lot of flexibility. It is possible to use both high and low voltage switch cards in the same backplane rack. That means less equipment to maintain, lower initial and maintenance costs, and a smaller footprint on the production floor.

Benefits: The CableTest MPT-1000 provides the customer with the expandability, flexibility and diagnostics they need to provide fault-free motherboards for these demanding applications. Extensive testing conducted during production pays off quickly. A faulty motherboard can cause damage to the complex and expensive modules that plug into it. Avoiding the cost of just three or four damaged modules more than pays for the cost of the tester. Proper board testing also cuts time it takes to test the final system.

International capital projects:

A380, A400, JSF, 7E7, JRTS, Watchkeeper