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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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Thomas Hansmann, CTO of SMS Group, Sami Takaluoma, President and CEO of Metso, and Jochen Burg, CEO of SMS Group. © Metso

10/07/2025 – Acquisition

Acquisition

Metso divests its ferrous business to SMS Group

Metso has signed an agreement to sell its Ferrous business to SMS Group, a global company providing technology and services in plant construction and mechanical ... By Jörg Dambock

Hot coil on the Morgan Stelmor Cooling Conveyor from Primetals Technologies at Jiangsu Shagang’s line No.3. © Primetals

09/07/2025 – Wire rod outlet upgrade

Wire rod outlet upgrade

Primetals receives FAC from Jiangsu Shagang

Primetals Technologies has received the final acceptance certificate (FAC) from Jiangsu Shagang for the successful upgrade of the wire rod outlet and the ... By Jörg Dambock

Unison has launched a new machine. © Unison

08/07/2025 – On our own account - WIRE

On our own account - WIRE

Review of the industry - week 27/2025

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

Tata steel visualisation of green steelmaking facility. © Tata Steel

08/07/2025 – Tata Steel orders pickle line scope from Clecim and ABB consortium

Tata Steel orders pickle line scope from Clecim and ABB consortium

New advanced pickle line at Port Talbot Steelworks

ABB has won a Tata Steel order as part of a consortium with steel processing lines and rolling mills supplier Clecim, to provide automation, electrification ... By Jörg Dambock

RP8 – For FAR blind rivets with micro-adjustable feed. © TLM

07/07/2025 – Thread rolling

Thread rolling

Built to last, modular, and upgradable

The precision in constructing the machine head of TLM thread rollers – where all mounting surfaces are ground, along with the sliding components – combined ... By Jörg Dambock

Two standout products from Amada's Laser Marking lineup are the Laser Marking Workstation (WL-100A) and the Fiber Laser Marker (LM-F100A). © Amada Weld Tech

04/07/2025 – Innovative technology redefines manufacturing standards for speed, cleanliness, and versatility.

Innovative technology redefines manufacturing standards for speed, cleanliness, and versatility.

Amada highlights laser marking capabilities

Amada Weld Tech highlights its Laser Marking solutions for fast and clean permanent marking of metal surfaces during manufacturing. Laser Marking utilizes ... By Jörg Dambock

03/07/2025 – Delta Tecnic increases flexibility in the manufacture of medium voltage cables

Delta Tecnic increases flexibility in the manufacture of medium voltage cables

Tracking effect protection masterbatch

Global electrification demands more efficient and adaptable distribution networks. In this constantly evolving scenario, Delta Tecnic, a company specialized ... 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