Research & Development

Innovations that enable our customers to more effectively compete in their markets are a high-born goal at Cleveland Electric Labs. CEL staff members are encouraged to improve traditional methods and challenge commonplace solutions to customer problems.

High Temperature Fiber Optic Sensors

One current example is the work of research and development scientist Joel Lantz. Dr. Lantz has developed the world’s first 1400 F fiber optic sensor. One application for the very high temperature sensor is turbine engine testing.

Hot Shot Sheath Dispersion Unit

Another innovation, created at our CEL Arizona Test Cell Instrumentation R&D Facility is the HotShot Sheath Dispersion Unit. This production efficiency tool enables the user to more effectively strip MgO insulated metal sheathed cable and stainless steel overbraid insulated wire. By inserting wire of various dimensions into the hand-held stripper, bare wires are exposed in seconds through the use of sophisticated electronics. HotShot users enjoy substantial reductions in labor hours resulting in significant cost savings.