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Martin Holder is retiring and Jörg Eisele and Martin Mayer are joining

A change to the Wafios Executive Board

The start of 2025 is accompanied by a change to the Executive Board. After 51 years at Wafios, Martin Holder is saying goodbye and starting his retirement. By Jörg Dambock

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Review of the industry - week 3/2025

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

Precision and sustainability for the future of the steel industry

Swiss Steel Group launches lead-free machinable steel “11SMn30+BX”

Machinable steels, such as the newly launched “11SMn30+BX“, are known for their exceptional suitability for the efficient and precise manufacturing of components. These steels are easy to machine – such as cutting and milling– without causing excessive wear on tools. By Jörg Dambock

Brand-new assembly centre in the Johannesburg suburb of Midrand

Innomotics’ local presence in the Southern African region

Innomotics, provider of electric motors and large drive systems, celebrated the launch of its brand-new assembly centre in Midrand (South Africa). The facility provides enhanced production and delivery capabilities that match Innomotics’ premium product and service offerings. By Jörg Dambock

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Three-line machine. View of the rotor system. Each rotor covers a different diameter range. © Eurobend

22/11/2024 – The “MELC Polyline” series with simultaneously operating straightening rotors

The “MELC Polyline” series with simultaneously operating straightening rotors

Multi-line wire straightening machines

Outperforming any conventional straightening method and machine. Unique concept from Eurobend with multiple, simultaneous working straightening rotors ... By Jörg Dambock

Whether it’s heavy loads, extreme heat, freezing cold, or corrosive acids – “CSS Belts” conveyor belts hold up. © CSS Draht Schmidt

21/11/2024 – Strong, precise, and indestructible: CSS Belts

Strong, precise, and indestructible: CSS Belts

Conveyor technology for extreme conditions

Whether it’s heavy loads, extreme heat, freezing cold, or corrosive acids – “CSS Belts” conveyor belts hold up. The meshes, fabrics, and spiral conveyor ... By Jörg Dambock

Condat finalized the acquisition of the Chinese company ShuangQi/Gaosen, a key local solution provider for wire drawing lubricants. © Condat

21/11/2024 – Major milestone in its growth strategy in China

Major milestone in its growth strategy in China

Condat expands in China

One year after the successful launch with its brand-new plant in Qingdao, Shandong province, Condat is excited to announce a major milestone in its growth ... By Jörg Dambock

Stefan Nixdorf (Director of Engineering, Niehoff Group) and Dominique Potel (Engineering Project Manager, Nexans) in front of the new rod breakdown line in Lens. © Niehoff

20/11/2024 – Nexans and Niehoff partner to develop, install and operate

Nexans and Niehoff partner to develop, install and operate

First next-generation rod breakdown line

Niehoff, one of the world’s leading supplier of wire processing equipment, partners with Nexans, a leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems ... By Jörg Dambock

20/11/2024 – Holger Erhardt becomes COO of Buss AG

Holger Erhardt becomes COO of Buss AG

New COO at Buss

At the end of 2024, there will be a change in the management of the Swiss Buss Group. On November 1, Holger Erhardt took over as Chief Operational Officer ... By Jörg Dambock

The new RST signal tower from Werma is the right solution for any specific requirement without compromising on visibility or stability. © Werma

19/11/2024 – Werma expands signal tower range with new “RST” product line

Werma expands signal tower range with new “RST” product line

Modern design meets optimum functionality

The new “RST” LED signal tower range from Werma impresses with its modern, sleek appearance, outstanding performance and versatile application options. By Jörg Dambock

From 27 to 29 November 2024 the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai will become the regional hotspot for the global players in the metal industry. © Messe Düsseldorf

19/11/2024 – Indian Metal trade fair quartet in Mumbai

Indian Metal trade fair quartet in Mumbai

Highly anticipated

From 27 to 29 November 2024 the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai will become the regional hotspot for the global players in the metal industry. The exhibition ... By Jörg Dambock

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Digital Issue 04/2024

As part of the ‘Metalflow Alliance’ of Messe Düsseldorf, the 9th ‘wire India’ is to be held in Mumbai, India from 27 to 29 November. Some 400 exhibitors from 21 countries exhibited at the last ‘wire, Tube and Metec India 2022’, occupying about 20,000m² of exhibition space.
WIRE issue 4/2024 shows some exhibition highlights in advance. Roughly 17,350 visitors attended the trade show during the three exhibition days. As in 2022, the 2024 trade fair will again take place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO). The Metal trade fair quartet, comprising ‘wire India’, ‘Tube India’, ‘Metec India’ and ‘India Essen Welding+Cutting’, features 600 exhibitors from 21 countries across more than 38,000m2 of exhibition space.
We wish you an enjoyable read! Your WIRE team