Hitachi Cable knows how to conduct business in the wire and cable industry. It makes antenna and coaxial cable, optical products (fiber optics), semiconductor material, components and materials for automotive use (hoses and sensors), technologies and materials for medical equipment (fiber optics for laser transmission), electronic components (Apresia branded Ethernet switches and thermal antennae for wireless applications), rubber products (escalator handrails and waterproofing materials), copper/clad metal products (superconductors and products for electrical use), and wire and cables (power, electronic, and magnetic). Hitachi Ltd. owns 51% of the company and is integrating it into Hitachi Metals.