Ensuring Safety and Authenticity in Our Electrical Cables

Today, the electrical industry faces growing challenges due to product counterfeiting, which poses serious risks to people's safety and the integrity of installations. At Prysmian Colombia, we are aware of this issue and work tirelessly to ensure that our electrical cables meet the highest standards of quality and safety, maintaining our position as leaders in energy and telecommunications solutions.

Prysmian: Commitment to Quality and Regulatory Compliance

Product counterfeiting, especially in the electrical industry, is a problem with potentially severe consequences. Counterfeit cables do not comply with required regulations, such as RETIE (Technical Regulation for Electrical Installations), and can compromise installation safety, cause accidents, and endanger users' lives. At Prysmian, we focus on adhering to all technical standards and delivering products that not only meet but exceed industry standards.

Our commitment is clear: to protect our customers and end-users by offering authentic products that ensure electrical safety in any installation.

How to Identify Authentic Prysmian Cables

To help you distinguish an authentic Prysmian electrical cable from a counterfeit one, here are some key tips:

• Precise Marking: Every Prysmian cable features visible markings on the insulation or jacket, including essential information: Procables – Prysmian, year of manufacture, gauge, conductor type, insulation class, temperature, and operating voltage. These details align with RETIE requirements and other international standards.
• Copper Quality: Counterfeit cables are often made with low-purity copper, bronze, or copper-coated steel, reducing efficiency and safety. Prysmian uses high-purity copper with a clean finish and a characteristic rosy color.
• Insulation Proportion: Be cautious of cables where the insulation appears excessive compared to the conductor diameter. Prysmian cables maintain optimal proportions between insulation and copper conductor, ensuring safe operation.
• Verification in Technical Catalogs: If in doubt, always consult Prysmian's technical catalog to verify specifications and additional details.
• Authorized Distribution Channels: Purchase products only through our authorized distributors and always demand the RETIE conformity certificate. This ensures that you are buying an authentic and safe product.
• Suspiciously Low Prices: Be wary if offered products at significantly lower prices or "economical" versions that lack certification. In such cases, always consult with the relevant authorities.

The Importance of Using Certified and Safe Cables

Using cables that do not meet current regulations poses a serious threat to safety. Non-certified cables can cause electrical accidents, fires, and failures that endanger both installers and end-users. At Prysmian, we manufacture our products under rigorous quality control, ensuring that every cable we offer is designed to operate at the highest levels of electrical safety and reliability.

Safety at Every Stage of the Value Chain

At Prysmian, we understand that safety neither begins nor ends with the product but is an integral part of our entire value chain. From development and manufacturing to distribution, we aim to ensure that every party involved is informed and trained to identify counterfeit products and prevent future accidents.

Trust and Support in Every Prysmian Product

If you have doubts about a product's authenticity or its specifications, we invite you to contact our team via email at [email protected] or by calling the national line 601 4042666. Our experts are always available to help you verify the quality and safety of the products you purchase.

At Prysmian, we work every day to remain your trusted partner in electrical solutions, providing authentic, safe products backed by a global company that values life, property, and customer well-being.