Centelsa by Nexans and Hilti Colombia, reach an agreement to enhancing safety and efficiency in the construction of solar projects

Centelsa by Nexans and Hilti Colombia reach an agreement to incorporate the Hilti Exoskeleton as part of the Nexans Integrated Offer, enhancing safety and efficiency in the construction of solar projects

Nexans conducted a study focused on solar projects in Colombia, Peru, and Chile, which included visits to more than 15 projects and interviews with over 45 people in various roles. This work made it possible to identify more than 200 pain points and needs present during the execution of the project, related to the installation of structures, equipment, and the laying of different types of cabling.

Among the main issues identified, repetitive physical effort stood out—associated with tasks such as the mounting and fastening of solar panels, as well as their electrical connection. Due to the intensity, frequency, and duration of these activities, which are performed with arms raised above shoulder level, musculoskeletal injuries may occur in the shoulders, neck, and back of the installation personnel.

In response to this issue, Centelsa by Nexans has incorporated the Safety Kit: Hilti EXO-S Exoskeleton into its Solar Integrated Offer. This is a solution that could reduce fatigue, improve ergonomics, comfort, efficiency, and reliability for installation personnel, helping to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.

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The agreement between Hilti Colombia and Centelsa by Nexans is a demonstration of the companies’ commitment to improving the safety of the workers who make Colombia’s and the region’s energy transition a reality.

About Centelsa by Nexans:

For over a century, Nexans has played a crucial role in electrifying the planet and is committed to electrifying the future. With around 28,000 people in 42 countries, the Group leads the way toward a safe, sustainable, renewable, decarbonized, and accessible electric world. In 2023, Nexans generated sales of €6.5 billion.

The Group is a leader in designing and manufacturing wiring systems and services in four main areas: Building & Territories, Power generation and transmission, Distribution, Usage, and Industry solutions. Nexans is the first company in its industry to create a foundation that supports sustainable initiatives to provide energy access to disadvantaged communities worldwide. 

The Group is recognized on the CDP Climate Change A List as a global leader in climate action and has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Nexans has been present in Colombia since 2008, and in April 2022, it completed the acquisition of the premium cable manufacturer Centelsa, with the firm intention to continue electrifying the future of Colombia and Latin America. Thus, the Group expects to consolidate its value offer throughout the electrification chain, reaffirming its role as a strategic partner in the energy transition of the region.