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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

Increase in production capacities for billets and blooms

Izmir Demir Çelik Sanayi uses “Concast” continuous caster

Izmir Demir Çelik Sanayi A.S (IDC), a manufacturer of reinforcing steel and profiles, has expanded its steelworks with a SMS “Concast” seven-strand continuous caster at its plant in Aliasa, Izmir, Türkiye. 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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The automotive sector utilizes Duplex 2205 in suspension systems, braking components, and other high-stress parts. © Suzuki Garpyhttan

14/05/2025 – Leverage “Duplex 2205”

Leverage “Duplex 2205”

Managing corrosion in industrial applications

Corrosion is a persistent challenge in many industries, affecting component longevity and increasing maintenance costs. Traditional solutions such as coatings ... By Jörg Dambock

Representatives from Hoa Phat and Primetals Technologies at the contract signing ceremony. © Primetals

13/05/2025 – New billet/bloom/beam blank caster and complete wire rod mill

New billet/bloom/beam blank caster and complete wire rod mill

Hoa Phat Group invests in high-quality long casting and rolling line

A contract with Primetals Technologies was signed for the supply and implementation of a long product caster with a capacity of 1 mio. t/y and a rolling ... By Jörg Dambock

The picture showcases an example of a sensor data cable as used in automotive where the bedding is foamed. © Promix

12/05/2025 – On our own account - WIRE

On our own account - WIRE

Review of the industry - week 19/2025

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

In the “RFO” series components are fed directly from the production machine into the oven via conveyor belts or feed systems. © Dreisbach+Jungmann

12/05/2025 – A new approach to heat treatment

A new approach to heat treatment

Compact, flexible, automated

Dreisbach+Jungmann GmbH from Lüdenscheid/Germany has been developing and producing special machines for the spring and metalworking industry for over 30 ... By Jörg Dambock

The company will be launching new products, including plywood reels with T&G drum ... © Madem

11/05/2025 – Cable manufacturing / handling

Cable manufacturing / handling

Certified eco-friendly reels

Madem-Moorecraft will present at “Interwire” new products, services and distribution warehouses. They have also opened new assembly and distribution warehouses ... By Jörg Dambock

10/05/2025 – Lubricant solutions with responsible performance

Lubricant solutions with responsible performance

Soaps, neat and soluble oils

Condat’s lubricants range is recognized as a world reference in the wire drawing industry and offers the widest choice of soaps, surface treatment products, ... By Jörg Dambock

Madem-Moorecraft, a joint venture between Madem Brazil and Moorecraft Reels (USA), operates two manufacturing plants for nailed wooden reels, located in Tarboro, NC and Denton, TX. © Madem

09/05/2025 – Nailed wooden reels, in the Denton, TX manufacturing plant

Nailed wooden reels, in the Denton, TX manufacturing plant

Madem-Moorecraft Reels has doubled the production capacity

Madem-Moorecraft Reels USA has doubled the production capacity, for nailed wooden reels, in the Denton, TX manufacturing plant. 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