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The new “X-ray 6000 Pure” is used for single-layer measurement of cables. © Sikora

 
13/03/2023 – New “X-ray 6000 Pure“ for single-layer measurement of cables

New “X-ray 6000 Pure“ for single-layer measurement of cables

Quality control in extrusion lines with X-ray technology

For over 20 years, Sikora has been internationally known for its reliable and safe X-ray measuring systems. For single-layer applications, the company ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Fig. 1. Due to their design, modern RBD lines require less drive energy than previous lines. © Niehoff

 
10/03/2023 – Exemplary: Niehoff’s rod breakdown (RBD) lines

Exemplary: Niehoff’s rod breakdown (RBD) lines

Investing in new machines pays off

Does it really pay off to invest in new wire and cable machines when existing ones, which are written off, are still working perfectly? This question should ... by Konrad Dengler
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Delivery of the first low-carbon emissions wire rod coils at Waelzholz in Hagen, Germany. © Arcelor Mittal

 
09/03/2023 – Milestone in decarbonization

Milestone in decarbonization

Waelzholz purchases low carbon emissions wire rod

As part of their business partnership, Arcelor Mittal will supply C.D. Waelzholz GmbH+Co. KG with low carbon emissions wire rod – known as “XCarb” recycled ... By  Jörg Dambock
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“BMS 50” with view of the feed area with the protective hood open. © Wafios

 
08/03/2023 – Wafios multi-head wire bending machines “BT” and “BMS”

Wafios multi-head wire bending machines “BT” and “BMS”

New benchmarks in output, flexibility and precision

With the “BT” and “BMS” series, the long-established company Wafios, based in Reutlingen, Germany, is setting new benchmarks in the production of complex ... By  Jörg Dambock
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The “VAS-TRH” line pulls wire from a coil or an in-line drawer, cuts it to the right length, shapes the head and threads the bolt. © Videx

 
07/03/2023 – Wire processing

Wire processing

Cold heading system for long fasteners

A long-bolt line from Videx manufactures long bolts directly from the wire coil in a fully automatic, unmanned process, which saves 100% of the material ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Morgan “Intelligent Pinch Roll” and Morgan “High Speed Laying Head” from Primetals Technologies. © Primetals

 
06/03/2023 – On our own behalf - Wire

On our own behalf - Wire

Week 09/2023 in retrospect

Here, we present you the top articles from our four categories. This week, the most read one comes from the category „Business“. By  Daniel Keienburg
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The straightening machine “APR 1000” is able to straighten fine wires and microtubes with extreme levels of precision. © Simplex-Rapid

 
06/03/2023 – Straightening extra fine wire and microtubes

Straightening extra fine wire and microtubes

A highly reliable and extremely precise process

Besides coilers, Simplex Rapid manufactures straightening machines as well. All their products meet the highest standard of precision, which has become ... By  Jörg Dambock

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