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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 drawing machines are used to produce high-resistance quality wires for industrial applications. © Schlatter

29/04/2025 – Cold rolling, multiple drawing, stretching, and coiling processes

Cold rolling, multiple drawing, stretching, and coiling processes

Broad spectrum of manufacturing solutions

The Schlatter Group is not only known worldwide as a leading system provider for resistance welding systems in mesh production, but is also your comprehensive ... By Jörg Dambock

Extruder group for high-precision foaming of fluoropolymers and polyolefines. © Rosendahl Nextrom

28/04/2025 – On our own account - WIRE

On our own account - WIRE

Review of the industry - week 17/2025

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

From 13 to 15 May, Wire Association International (WAI) will be organising the “Interwire” trade fair. © Meisenbach

28/04/2025 – WIRE 2/2025 April

WIRE 2/2025 April

WIRE fair issue for “Interwire 2025” out now!

From 13 to 15 May, Wire Association International (WAI) will be organising the “Interwire” trade fair. In this April issue we have compiled a compact summary ... By Jörg Dambock

High-tech lubricants and coatings for the wire drawing industry. © Pan Chemicals

28/04/2025 – Leading innovation and quality

Leading innovation and quality

Wire drawing lubricants and coatings

Pan Chemicals has firmly established itself as one of the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of high-tech lubricants and coatings for the wire ... By Jörg Dambock

“250-KSPH” drop-in air wipe with bracket. © Keir

27/04/2025 – No tools, no hassle – just performance

No tools, no hassle – just performance

Efficiency meets simplicity

Keir Manufacturing has introduced its new “drop-in air wipes” for the 250 Series. The “250-KSPH” series will revolutionize the way their air wipes can ... By Jörg Dambock

M+E also manufacture wet drawing machines. © M+E Macchine+Engineering

26/04/2025 – Pay-offs and take-ups for steel and stainless steel wires

Pay-offs and take-ups for steel and stainless steel wires

Wire processing and surface treatment

M+E Macchine+Engineering specialize in the design and manufacturing of pay-offs and take-ups for steel and stainless steel wires in coils or on spools ... By Jörg Dambock

2,000mm large double twist strander “TC2000-4M”. © Setic

25/04/2025 – Meet the growing needs of data centers with eco-friendly and high-performance solutions

Meet the growing needs of data centers with eco-friendly and high-performance solutions

Rotating machines for non-ferrous cable

Since now 35 years, Setic Pourtier’s US branch has been building knowledge, experience and ability to serve the wire and cable industry in US Market. The ... 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