Articles by Jo Walsh

Articles by Jo Walsh

Jo has been part of the fabric of Hilltop Products for over 25 years and her product knowledge for all things cabling and heat shrink is second to none.
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6 min read

How to Choose Between 2:1 and 3:1 Heat Shrink Ratios

Understanding the difference between 2:1 and 3:1 shrink ratios is key to achieving a reliable seal and professional finish. This guide explains what each ratio means, how material type and wall thickness affect performance, and which option suits your application best, from standard wiring and electronics to automotive, marine and industrial use.

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3 min read

Urban Transport Like You've Never Seen Before

We are in an ever-evolving era of transport, it wasn’t long ago that new cars were still coming out with wind-up windows. Today, companies like Vertical Aerospace are building a faster & cleaner future.

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5 min read

Can You Weld Plastic? A DIY Guide for Beginners

Whether you're repairing a cracked bumper or doing a spot of household DIY, plastic welding is a useful skill.

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2 min read

Out Of This World Products

We always love finding out about how our products are being used once they leave us and recently we have received some super exciting information about how a company has utilised one of our products!

Examining the risks of potential cable failures, what can affect their durability and some simple but effective tips on extending the lifespan of your cables and wires.

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9 min read

How to Extend the Lifespan of Cables

Examining the risks of potential cable failures, what can affect their durability and some simple but effective tips on extending the lifespan of your cables and wires.

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4 min read

Fix Broken Christmas Lights with Heat Shrink Tubing

We've all done it. Spent ages merrily wrapping the lights around the Christmas tree, added the decorations on top, flicked the switch - ta daah! Oh. The lights don't work. Read on to see how to quicky and easily you can save Christmas with a little help from our heat shrink.

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2 min read

Investing in Mers-EV-side

Jaguar Land Rover is investing £500M in its Halewood factory to boost electric vehicle production. With their first EV model expected by 2025, Hilltop Products supports this shift with a range of EV cable management solutions

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4 min read

New Multi-Sleeve Adaptor from ABB Harnessflex

The rise of heavy-duty EVs and shifting regulatory requirements necessitates robust electrical systems capable of handling higher voltages and operating temperatures, as well as protecting vital connections from demanding conditions and harsh operating environments.