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WIRE 2/2025 April

WIRE fair issue for “Interwire 2025” out now!

Windak unveils breakthrough equipment

Effortless heavy reel handling

Windak Group will introduce a new cable packaging solution simplifying the take-up reel change operation, while reducing the need for multiple operators and increasing the output. By Jörg Dambock

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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

Wire processing / bending

AIM will present the new “AFCe-3Dx” line

AIM will present the new “AFCe-3Dx” line, an advanced and compact 3D wire-bending machine designed to set new standards in wire-forming technology at an exceptional price point and an updated “AFES-3Dxt” line with five servo-axis, turret tool-changer machine with an ultra-fast ... By Jörg Dambock

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The picture showcases an example of a sensor data cable as used in automotive (upper section), where the bedding is foamed. On the lower part an A-B jacket with a thin skin-layer highlights the potential for jacketing applications in data and power cables. © Promix

05/05/2025 – Extrusion processes by Promix Solutions

Extrusion processes by Promix Solutions

Microcell foaming technology in wire and cable applications

Promix Microcell Technology is applicable to any extrusion process where material cost is sensitive, and performance requirements are non-negotiable. The ... By Jörg Dambock

Windak’s FC Series provides an intelligent, automated, and cost-effective approach to cable coiling. © Windak

05/05/2025 – Windak’s “FC” series of coilers

Windak’s “FC” series of coilers

Automated and reliable coiling solutions

Windak’s FC Series of fully automatic coiling machines sets a new standard in cable packaging, offering unmatched automation, precision, and reliability. By Jörg Dambock

Ridgway’s high speed taping machinery has been designed and manufactured for a wide variety of applications. © Ridgway

04/05/2025 – Cable manufacturing

Cable manufacturing

Taping machinery for cable and conductors

Ridgway Machines will be showcasing at “Interwire” its latest range of machinery by displaying insightful and informative videos as well as making available ... By Jörg Dambock

03/05/2025 – Bartell Machinery’s roll form strander

Bartell Machinery’s roll form strander

Transforming cost efficiency in cable manufacturing

Bartell Machinery Systems offers the advanced “roll form strander system”, a solution designed to revolutionize conductor stranding with unmatched efficiency ... By Jörg Dambock

Flexibility is achieved through the use of modern machinery. © Webster+Horsfall

01/05/2025 – Wire manufacturing

Wire manufacturing

Fast delivery for small quantities

Webster and Horsfall Ltd, established in 1720, is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of specialist wire. The company combines centuries of experience ... By Jörg Dambock

The company’s unique Profelis automatic wet blasting machine has become an industry favourite for the cleaning and finishing of wire and cable products. © Vapormatt

30/04/2025 – Surface treatment

Surface treatment

Have a go at wet blasting at “Interwire”

Vapormatt’s unique “Profelis” automatic wet blasting machine has become an industry favourite for the cleaning and finishing of wire and cable products. By Jörg Dambock

Delta Tecnic shakes up the telecom sector with a masterbatch that ensures the flawless miniaturization of fibre optic cables. © Delta Tecnic

29/04/2025 – Masterbatch is revolutionising the telecoms world

Masterbatch is revolutionising the telecoms world

A new horizon in fibre optics

In today's fast-paced technological landscape, the continuous advancement in telecommunications demands a constant evolution of underlying components. ... 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