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Top 5 of the Week – 9/2026

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

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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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26/12/2025 – Elcowire sharpens strategy with stronger customer focus

Elcowire sharpens strategy with stronger customer focus

Christoph Busch steps into a new role as Key Account Manager

Elcowire is entering 2026 with a refreshed strategy and a stronger focus on its customers. As part of this shift, Christoph Busch steps into a new role ... By Jörg Dambock

The VEM line handles cold drawn, hot-rolled (scaled) and ribbed bars. © Videx

25/12/2025 – Videx Multiple-Extrusion machine from Coil or Bars

Videx Multiple-Extrusion machine from Coil or Bars

Multiple-extrusion machine from coil or bars

Videx is combining its straighten, cut and chamfer machine with its bar-end Extrusion machines, forming a complete line, from coil to a finished product. By Jörg Dambock

24/12/2025 – Elcowire now even stronger in railway infrastructure solutions

Elcowire now even stronger in railway infrastructure solutions

Stephan Witte joins Elcowire in January

Elcowire is pleased to announce that Stephan Witte joins Elcowire in January 2026, with overall responsibility for Business Unit Rail. Stephan will be ... By Jörg Dambock

The BizLink hybrid motor cable with PLTC-ER approval is the optimal solution for demanding projects in mechanical and plant engineering. © BizLink

23/12/2025 – Compact design, maximum reliability, and simplified installation

Compact design, maximum reliability, and simplified installation

Hybrid motor cable with PLTC-ER approval

BizLink, a global provider of connection solutions, presents its latest development in drive technology: an innovative hybrid motor cable with PLTC-ER ... By Jörg Dambock

Rachel Eade MBE, Chair of the UK Metals Council, presenting the results of the 2025 report. © UK Metal Council

22/12/2025 – Industry focus UK

Industry focus UK

Resilience and renewal: UK metals sector sets its sights on competitiveness

According to the latest “State of the Metals Industry in the UK 2025/26” report from the UK Metals Council, nearly two-thirds of metal companies believe ... By Jörg Dambock

Weihnachten-Weihnachtskugel-Copyright-Mukhlesur-AdobeStock---KI-generiert.jpeg — Warm Christmas greetings from the entire WIRE team. © Mukhlesur-AdobeStock - KI generiert

19/12/2025 – Christmas Greetings

Christmas Greetings

Time to say “Thank you”

As the year draws to a close, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for your loyalty, support and continued interest in our trade magazine WIRE. By Jörg Dambock

“Patent infringements in our industry not only undermine our innovative strength but also jeopardize the integrity of the market”, Philip Nising, Buss President+CEO. © Buss

19/12/2025 – Pioneering Co-Kneader technology

Pioneering Co-Kneader technology

Buss celebrates 80 years

Buss is the original inventor of the co-kneader technology and is celebrating the 80th anniversary of its first patent. 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.