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When in the market to purchase wire and cable, you may require QPL approved material. But how do you
really know whether or not a product is QPL approved?
The QPL, which stands for "Qualified Products List," is a listing that identifies both materials and
suppliers whose materials are approved for use on certain federal or government projects without the
need for any additional documentation or testing. On the QPL, only specified manufacturers are
approved to make selected parts for federal, military or airframe applications because they have
proven they can produce the standard products to particular requirements. If a federal agency
needs to purchase a product, it will seek out businesses that already have products on the
suitable QPL.
Products that are labeled "QPL Approved" satisfy qualification requirements of the applicable
military specification. In order to obtain QPL approval, a company must submit a sample product
to be tested against requirements by the approved testing agency. The qualification process takes
place before federal purchasing to ensure product qualification without delay in delivery
of materials.
In contrast to QPL material, non-QPL material has not met the appropriate requirements or undergone
the needed performance tests to receive QPL approval. Because the material may not be made to the
same standards for quality, non-QPL cable may have a shorter lifespan that QPL material. However, a
benefit of non-QPL material is price as the material usually costs less.
Watch out for vendors who are passing off non-QPL material as QPL material. If a product is listed
as "QPL Approved," it probably has gained approval. However, there could be instances when a vendor
claims the material to be QPL material, when in fact it isn't.
If you purchase cable that is supposed to be a QPL product, you should examine all the labels, lot
numbers and reel numbers on the cable. Of course, you can always ask your wire and cable
distributor who manufactured the material. The distributor should be willing to provide the
information. You could even call the manufacturer to make sure they really did supply the cable
or request a manufacturer's certificate of QPL testing. Any reputable manufacturer or distributor
can and will provide certifications, like a certificate of conformance, that the material meets the
standards needed. If you genuinely need your wire and cable to be QPL approved, double-checking
the material is a time worthy task.
Allied Wire distributes products that are QPL approved and can provide a certificate of conformance.
Be sure to check for approvals with your AWC sales representative.
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Allied Wire & Cable welcomes the addition of two Outside Sales Representatives.
Tony Spina joins AWC as the District Manager/Outside Sales Rep for the PA/NJ area. Spina has over 15 years
experience in the wire and cable industry, most recently working at Alpha Wire Company.
"Having wire and cable experience in both manufacturing and distribution is an extreme advantage for my
new position with AWC." Spina said. "My technical knowledge and understanding of the end user's needs
combined with relationships with various manufacturers will allow myself and AWC to continue to grow and
offer solutions not available elsewhere in the industry."
Trish Taylor, a former sales assistant at AWC, will serve as an Outside Sales Rep for the New England area.
"Our company has a lot to offer," said Taylor. "As an Outside Sales Rep, I will be working to strengthen
relationships with existing customers, as well introducing AWC to new customers. Allied customers will
receive face to face contact to help ensure quality customer service. I am excited to see the projects
our customers implement using the material we supply and to learning from my talented and knowledgeable
co-workers."
Through the addition of Outside Sales Representatives, AWC expects to better serve customers by meeting and
exceeding expectations.
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