Autac USA Announces 2026 Price Adjustments for Retractile Cord Product Lines
Effective January 1, 2026, Autac USA, a manufacturer with nearly eight decades of history, implemented modest price adjustments across its retractile cord product lines due to significant increases in raw material costs .
Cost Drivers:
Significant increases in the cost of key raw materials, including copper conductors and petroleum-based polymers such as PVC, TPE, and polyurethane
Rather than compromising quality or shifting production overseas, Autac chose to implement measured adjustments
Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing:
Every retractile cord Autac sells is manufactured in its North Branford, Connecticut facility using American materials and skilled labor. The company emphasized that product quality and reliability remain unchanged .
This announcement reflects broader industry pressures, as copper and petroleum-based materials are fundamental to spiral cable manufacturing across all applications.
