ATLANTA, GA, Aug. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Alcan Cable, a business unit
of Rio Tinto, introduced the mobile version of its U.S. website today.
The mobile site features product descriptions, applications, technical
data, videos and project profiles highlighting the company's aluminum
utility cables and STABILOY(®) brand of aluminum alloy cables.
"The explosive growth in the use of smartphones and tablets has resulted
in users expecting instantaneous and concise information at any time or
place. Alcan Cable's new mobile website will allow our customers and
sales force to easily access our product information on their mobile
devices", said Howard H. Atkins, Vice President, Business Development
and Marketing, Alcan Cable.
The mobile website will serve as the platform for hosting future
marketing tools and applications that facilitate cable selection,
design and installation of Alcan Cable's aluminum cable products.
About Alcan Cable
With a history spanning over 100 years, Alcan Cable provides its
customers with high-quality products and outstanding customer service.
As a leading manufacturer of aluminum cable and rod and strip products,
Alcan Cable serves the utility, electrical distribution, OEM and
renewable energy markets.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia (USA), Alcan Cable has four
manufacturing operations in North America and one manufacturing
operation in China, as well as a dedicated Technology Development
Center for its global operations.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading international mining group headquartered in the
UK, combining Rio Tinto plc, a London and NYSE listed company, and Rio
Tinto Limited, which is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.
Rio Tinto's business is finding, mining, and processing mineral
resources. Major products are aluminium, copper, diamonds, energy (coal
and uranium), gold, industrial minerals (borax, titanium dioxide, salt)
and iron ore. Activities span the world but are strongly represented in
Australia and North America with significant businesses in South
America, Asia, Europe and southern Africa.