Incorporated as a private limited company in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, Cubex Tubings (CTL) was subsequently converted into a public limited company in Mar.'92. _x000D_ _x000D_ CTL manufactures copper and copper alloy products used by the core sector and other critical industries like power generation, shipbuilding, Railways, telecommunications, Defence and automobiles._x000D_ _x000D_ In 1993-94, CTL enhanced the capacity of its unit and set up a plant in Pondicherry, both funded by internal accruals. The new unit, which commenced commercial production in Apr.'94, also has facilities to produce super enamelled copper wires._x000D_ _x000D_ CTL's R&D division has developed in-house copper-nickel tubes of large cross-sections, to meet Defence and shipyard requirements. Cubex is also entering into the manufacture of oxygen-free high conducting grade copper, mainly used by the electronics industry. CTL plans to introduce copper-clad products and speciality copper products in India._x000D_ _x000D_