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Innovative technology for higher efficiency

New standards in winding technology

Kurre Spezialmaschinenbau GmbH, the parent company of Siebe Engineering, has launched a new, state-of-the-art series machine, the “VA-P-630”, which sets new standards in the field of coil winding. By Jörg Dambock

Upgrade project generates electrical energy and electrode consumption savings

Baku Steel achieves improvements with EAF Upgrade

Primetals Technologies has recently received the final acceptance certificate (FAC) for an upgrade of the 60-ton electric arc furnace (EAF) at a facility operated by the Baku Steel Company CJSC group (BSC) located in Baku, Azerbaijan. By Jörg Dambock

Set up for the future

New COO at KEB Automation

Since April 2025 Gerald Müller is the new Chief Operating Officer at KEB Automation, system provider of automation and drive solutions. The 44-year-old will be responsible for production and procurement. He succeeds Ralf Lutter, who is moving into an advisory role after ... By Jörg Dambock

Reliable fiber solutions for high-performance cables and steel wire ropes

Industrial yarns for cable and steel wire rope manufacturers

Founded in 1956 in Istanbul, Türkiye, Masteks Tekstil has specialized in yarn twisting, establishing itself as a leader in the industry. Today, managed by third-generation family members, Masteks is committed to producing the highest quality yarns with the shortest lead ... By Jörg Dambock

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Fig. 1. “MSM 88 + R 503” type “RBD” line. © Niehoff

22/05/2025 – Niehoff technology: Flat wire drawing and annealing

Niehoff technology: Flat wire drawing and annealing

Producing flat copper wire for cable shieldings

The copper shielding around the insulation layer is an important component of HV and EHV cables. It acts as a protection shield against electromagnetic ... By Jörg Dambock

“We now have a very strong client base in Italy and 2024 was our best year yet with €1.4m orders secured across multiple sectors”, said Stefano Cappelletti. © Alloy Wire International

21/05/2025 – Best-ever year of Italian sales

Best-ever year of Italian sales

AWI claim record export sales

One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of round, flat and profile wire has enjoyed its best-ever year of Italian sales. By Jörg Dambock

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

19/05/2025 – On our own account - WIRE

On our own account - WIRE

Review of the industry - week 20/2025

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

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

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

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Digital Issue 02/2025

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 of information on exhibitors for readers and visitors in the run-up of the fair.
Over 350 companies will be presenting 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. Hosted biennially, the “Interwire 2025” will be staged in Hall A of the “Georgia World Congress Center” (GWCC) in Atlanta, GA/USA. 82 speakers and 43 conference presentations are on the programme. WAI announces a special conference programme for the “Interwire” and its “4th Global Continuous Casting Forum” (GCCF), May 12-15, at the GWCC. The GCCF is WAI’s fourth forum for copper and aluminum continuous casting, in conjunction with “Interwire”.
We wish you an enjoyable read of this second WIRE issue of the year! Your WIRE team