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Top 5 of the Week – 10/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By Daniel Keienburg

High performance electrical conductivity solution

Silver plated copper wire

Silver is the metal with the highest thermal and electrical conductivity. Therefore it is widely preferred as an ideal coating material for applications requiring high temperature and abrasion resistance, operating under harsh environmental conditions and used in critical ... By Jörg Dambock

Joining / welding

Pressure Welding Machines unveils new brand Identity at “wire 2026”

Pressure Welding Machines (PWM), a globally recognised specialist in cold pressure wire welding, will unveil a refreshed brand identity at WIRE Düsseldorf in April. The rebrand marks a significant milestone for the company, which is celebrating 42 years of engineering excellence ... By Jörg Dambock

The global meeting place for the international wire and cable industries

Once again in Düsseldorf

On 13 April 2026, the world's leading trade fairs for the international wire, cable, tube and pipe industries, wire and Tube, will open their doors in Düsseldorf. Until 17 April, Düsseldorf Fairgrounds will become the world's leading hotspot for these industries. By Jörg Dambock

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New electrode arms from Primetals boost power output and reduce energy consumption at Tonghua Iron and Steel. © Primetals

21/01/2026 – Downtime minimized compared to conventional electrode arm installation

Downtime minimized compared to conventional electrode arm installation

Tonggang optimizes ladle furnace performance

Primetals Technologies has recently completed a ladle furnace upgrade at Tonghua Iron and Steel (Tonggang) in Jilin Province, China. By Jörg Dambock

The online platform offers on-demand access to both ferrous and non-ferrous courses delivered by industry experts. © WAI

20/01/2026 – Evolving needs of today’s wire and cable manufacturing workforce

Evolving needs of today’s wire and cable manufacturing workforce

The WAI Education Center expands online video training courses

The Wire Association International Inc. (WAI) announces the expansion of its professional development video training courses. By Jörg Dambock

Meist-gelesen-Wire-KW-3 Copyright Messe Düsseldorf — Already in 2024, wire successfully expanded its portfolio and added the end products of fastening elements and springs. © Messe Düsseldorf

19/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

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Top 5 of the Week – 3/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By Daniel Keienburg

Meist-gelesen-Wire-KW-2 Copyright Kocks — Official signing ceremony between Cemtas and Kocks. © Kocks

12/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

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Top 5 of the Week – 2/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By Daniel Keienburg

12/01/2026 – Advertorial

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Springs and fastening machines & elements exclusive in hall 16

Already in 2024, wire successfully expanded its portfolio and added the end products of fastening elements and springs and introduced a dedicated hall ... Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

WAI announces the appointment of David M. Fisher as the 73rd president of the association. © WAI

09/01/2026 – The Wire Association International, Inc.

The Wire Association International, Inc.

David Fisher to lead WAI in 2026

The Wire Association International (WAI), Inc. announces the appointment of David M. Fisher as the 73rd president of the association for a one-year term ... By Jörg Dambock

The 55mm diameter light has a higher dome, offering significantly better visibility – even from a greater distance or at unfavourable viewing angles. © Werma

08/01/2026 – Higher dome, greater visibility, and maximum flexibility

Higher dome, greater visibility, and maximum flexibility

Werma expands its MC55 series with the "MC55 High"

With the new "MC55 High," Werma Signaltechnik continues the success story of the compact “MC55” signal light series. The 55mm diameter light has a higher ... By Jörg Dambock

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Digital Issue 01/2026

WIRE 1/2026 is published – in this pre-trade fair issue, WIRE begins with a report on the exhibits that trade visitors can expect in Düsseldorf. From 13 to 17 April, the industry will be presenting at “wire 2026”new machines, technologies and trends expected for the coming years. WIRE shows the highlights in advance. Further articles of this issue reports about drawing, straightening, cutting, and testing of wire as well as on heat and surface treatment, furthermore from joining and stranding to the finished wire product.