Scientific Analysis: Innovative Compound Demonstrates Dual Effectiveness Against Rodents and Termites in Cables

Independent studies by Texas A&M University and the German Federal Institute for Materials Research (BAM) prove the effectiveness of Innovcable's additive technology in repelling biological damage, ensuring greater durability and safety for installations.

The integrity of electrical and data cables is crucial for the functioning of any modern infrastructure. However, damage caused by pests, such as rodents and insects, represents a constant and costly risk. In response to this challenge, Innovcable has developed an advanced compound, whose effectiveness has been validated by rigorous independent scientific tests. Here we present the results that prove the superiority of this technology.

Scientific Evidence of Rodent Repellent Action

A study conducted by the renowned Laboratory of Animal Behavior and Welfare at Texas A&M University in the United States evaluated the ability of a chemically treated cable coating to inhibit chewing by rodents.

Study Methodology:

• Animals: The test involved 24 adult Sprague-Dawley rats, 12 males and 12 females, all housed individually in a controlled environment.
• Protocol: Using a repeated Latin square design, rats were alternately exposed to cable samples “treated” with the Innovcable compound and “untreated” (control) samples for 24-hour periods. Damage was classified and scored at the end of each period.
• Statistical analysis: The data were evaluated using a General Linear Model (PROC GLM) in SAS v9.4, with statistical significance defined at P<0.05.

Conclusive Results:

• Significant Harm Reduction: Cables treated with the anti-rodent compound showed significantly lower chewing scores compared to untreated cables (P=0.0003), confirming the strong deterrent effect of the compound.
• Superior Efficacy in Male Rats: The interaction between treatment and animal gender was statistically significant (P=0.02). Male rats exposed to the treated cables exhibited the lowest chewing rate of all groups, indicating an even more pronounced efficacy in this group.
• Learning Potential and Dropout Rate: A trend (P=0.07) of decreasing chewing scores was observed in the second exposure to the treated material, suggesting that rats may learn to avoid the handle over time, which points to long-term effectiveness.

Additional Validation: Proven Resistance Against Subterranean Termites

In addition to the proven effectiveness against rodents of the anti-rodent cable, the additive technology present in Innovcable cables has undergone rigorous termite resistance testing by the prestigious German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM).

Test Methodology:

• Standard: The test was based on the laboratory procedure of the DIN EN 117:2013 standard.
• Organism: One of the most aggressive species of subterranean termites was used, the Coptotermes formosanus.
• Protocol: Samples of LDPE film containing the additive (5% ATS60402) and control samples (without additive) were used to wrap pine wood, serving as bait. The samples were then exposed to a colony of 250 worker termites and 30 soldier termites.

BAM Results:

The result was unequivocal. The LDPE film samples

without the additive were completely penetrated by termites, which caused severe damage to the internal wood (attack classification: 4 – strong). In contrast, the film samples

with anti-termite additive They remained intact, without any sign of attack or penetration (attack classification: 0 – no attack), even in samples that had been previously perforated to facilitate termite attack.

The BAM institute itself, in a statement of congruence, confirmed that the material tested is identical to the "Repela for Insects" masterbatch produced by Aversion Technologies, Inc., validating that the results apply directly to the technology used by Innovcable.

Conclusion: Double Protection with Scientific Validation of the anti-rodent cable

Data from two independent and internationally renowned research institutions conclusively demonstrate the dual effectiveness of Innovcable's additive technology. The solution not only prevents destructive rodent chewing but also provides an impenetrable barrier against subterranean termite attacks.

Protect your investment and ensure the continuity of your operations with a scientifically proven solution. Request your cable in the version with anti-rodent additive.

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