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Review of the industry - week 30/2025

At this point, we present the five most read articles of the past week. The ranking is based on your click behavior on the website. By Daniel Keienburg

Delta Tecnic takes its Masterbatch to another level

Color homogeneity of cables with half the dosing rate

In the cable industry, the rule usually dictates that the dosage of masterbatch in plastic insulation is kept at around 2%. However, Delta Tecnic has managed to reduce this amount by half without compromising quality, enabling manufacturers to cut costs by up to 30% and ... By Jörg Dambock

Metso introduces enhanced copper electrorefining technology

Production of high-purity copper cathodes

Metso is introducing enhancements in copper electrorefining technology for the sustainable and cost-effective production of LME grade A copper cathodes. By Jörg Dambock

Final acceptance certificate

Primetals elevates Outokumpu’s meltshop and caster performance

Primetals Technologies has received the final acceptance certificate (FAC) from Outokumpu Stainless USA for the successful upgrade of process optimization systems at its Calvert, Alabama facility. By Jörg Dambock

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Pave has just designed and launched the “MX-12”, a high speed multi-head machine from coil. © Pave

25/11/2024 – Wire processing

Wire processing

Computer controlled bending machinery

Pave CNC Wire Forming Systems continue to innovate: They have just designed and launched the Pave “MX-12”, a high speed multi-head machine from coil, joining ... By Jörg Dambock

Three-line machine. View of the rotor system. Each rotor covers a different diameter range. © Eurobend

22/11/2024 – The “MELC Polyline” series with simultaneously operating straightening rotors

The “MELC Polyline” series with simultaneously operating straightening rotors

Multi-line wire straightening machines

Outperforming any conventional straightening method and machine. Unique concept from Eurobend with multiple, simultaneous working straightening rotors ... By Jörg Dambock

Whether it’s heavy loads, extreme heat, freezing cold, or corrosive acids – “CSS Belts” conveyor belts hold up. © CSS Draht Schmidt

21/11/2024 – Strong, precise, and indestructible: CSS Belts

Strong, precise, and indestructible: CSS Belts

Conveyor technology for extreme conditions

Whether it’s heavy loads, extreme heat, freezing cold, or corrosive acids – “CSS Belts” conveyor belts hold up. The meshes, fabrics, and spiral conveyor ... By Jörg Dambock

Condat finalized the acquisition of the Chinese company ShuangQi/Gaosen, a key local solution provider for wire drawing lubricants. © Condat

21/11/2024 – Major milestone in its growth strategy in China

Major milestone in its growth strategy in China

Condat expands in China

One year after the successful launch with its brand-new plant in Qingdao, Shandong province, Condat is excited to announce a major milestone in its growth ... By Jörg Dambock

Stefan Nixdorf (Director of Engineering, Niehoff Group) and Dominique Potel (Engineering Project Manager, Nexans) in front of the new rod breakdown line in Lens. © Niehoff

20/11/2024 – Nexans and Niehoff partner to develop, install and operate

Nexans and Niehoff partner to develop, install and operate

First next-generation rod breakdown line

Niehoff, one of the world’s leading supplier of wire processing equipment, partners with Nexans, a leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems ... By Jörg Dambock

20/11/2024 – Holger Erhardt becomes COO of Buss AG

Holger Erhardt becomes COO of Buss AG

New COO at Buss

At the end of 2024, there will be a change in the management of the Swiss Buss Group. On November 1, Holger Erhardt took over as Chief Operational Officer ... By Jörg Dambock

The new RST signal tower from Werma is the right solution for any specific requirement without compromising on visibility or stability. © Werma

19/11/2024 – Werma expands signal tower range with new “RST” product line

Werma expands signal tower range with new “RST” product line

Modern design meets optimum functionality

The new “RST” LED signal tower range from Werma impresses with its modern, sleek appearance, outstanding performance and versatile application options. By Jörg Dambock

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Digital Issue 02/2025

From 13 to 15 May, the “Interwire” trade fair, organized by the Wire Association International (WAI) took place at the “Georgia World Congress Center” (GWCC) in Atlanta/USA. In the latest WIRE issue, we have compiled a compact summary of information on exhibitors. Over 350 companies presented their products and services, including many European businesses. Introduced in 1981, “Interwire” is the largest and longest-running wire and cable marketplace in the Americas. 82 speakers and 43 conference presentations were on the programme as well as a special conference programme for the “4th Global Continuous Casting Forum” (GCCF). We wish you an enjoyable read of our second WIRE issue of the year! Your WIRE team