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Rewinding machine for optical fiber processing

High-speed rewinder

Supertek GmbH has developed the high-speed rewinder, a new key technology for industrial optical fiber production. The system is currently considered the world’s fastest rewinding machine for delicate optical fibers, so Supertek. By Jörg Dambock

New standards for high-voltage components for e-mobility

Fast charging as a crucial factor

Asta sends a clear signal: With its production site in Baoying, the company has been positioning itself as an innovation driver for the mobility transition in the world's largest and dynamically growing automotive market, China, since 2005 with its global multi-technology ... By Jörg Dambock

Secondary operations on Videx machines

Enhancing efficiency and precision

Videx has taken a significant step forward in the efficiency of fastener production with the introduction of end-turning stations on its production lines. These new stations enhance the versatility of Videx’s straightening and cutting lines, providing an expanded range of ... By Jörg Dambock

Kurre develops next-generation fibre bundle machine

Fiber bundling system

The production of fiber optic cables comes with its own set of rules and challenges. Especially when manufacturing long lengths with many individual fibers, the process is particularly demanding. To produce high-quality fiber optic cables efficiently and gently, Kurre Systems ... By Jörg Dambock

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Ideal “AS0 100 S-K” welding and deburring – example diameter 36mm. © Ideal-Werk

18/09/2025 – Ideal for wires from 1mm to 100mm in diameter

Ideal for wires from 1mm to 100mm in diameter

Efficient flash butt welding

The flash butt welding process is a proven technique in industry, enabling fast, high-quality, and standards-compliant connections. By Jörg Dambock

Meist-gelesen-Wire-KW-37 Copyright IWMA — Taking place on 14 October, the “Wire & Cable 25” conference promises to be a one-day deep dive into technical innovation. © IWMA

16/09/2025 – On our own account - WIRE

On our own account - WIRE

Review of the industry - week 37/2025

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

Pneuform “PF-6600 3D” rotary head wire bending machine. © Unison

16/09/2025 – Wire and small tube bending machinery maker Pneuform

Wire and small tube bending machinery maker Pneuform

Significant control and simulation enhancements

A little over a year since acquiring wire and small tube bending machinery maker Pneuform, Unison Ltd - the UK-based inventor of all-electric tube manipulation ... By Jörg Dambock

Impact-Formulators-Group-Acquisition-Copyright-Delta-Tecnic.jpg — IFG brings functional additives to the Group, enhancing Delta Tecnic’s primarily colour-focused masterbatch offering. © Delta Tecnic

15/09/2025 – More capabilities in functional masterbatches

More capabilities in functional masterbatches

Acquisition of Impact Formulators Group

Global Polymer Solutions S.L. (“Delta Tecnic” or the “Group”), an independently managed investment subsidiary of Investindustrial Growth III SCSp (“Investindustrial”), ... By Jörg Dambock

Cable measuring device “VCPX5” incl. “VELOX” Software, O-Ring Cutter “VC65”. © IIM GmbH

13/09/2025 – wire Southeast Asia 2025, booth J 06

wire Southeast Asia 2025, booth J 06

High-end cable measuring and cutting technologies

The brand “Visio Cable Pro” will present its innovative solutions for the cable industry, featuring the cable measuring device “VCPX5” as well as the cable ... By Jörg Dambock

The two shows will co-locate at the Baird Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. © WAI

12/09/2025 – May 6-7, 2026 at Baird Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

May 6-7, 2026 at Baird Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

“Wire Expo” with “Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo”

The Wire Association International Inc. (WAI) announces plans to co-locate its biennial “Wire Expo” with the Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association ... By Jörg Dambock

“RH-TOP” plant in operation. © SMS Group

12/09/2025 – Second “RH” plant at Dolvi Works to boost high-grade steel production

Second “RH” plant at Dolvi Works to boost high-grade steel production

JSW Steel grants FAC to SMS group

JSW Steel Ltd., one of India’s leading integrated steel manufacturers, has issued the Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC) to SMS Group for a second “350t-RH-TOP” ... By Jörg Dambock

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Digital Issue 04/2025

“Cable & Wire Fair 2025” and more ... – read in our new issue with focus on “Cable+Ropes” about materials, production, handling systems, process control, and quality management. Many of the companies featured in this issue will also be exhibiting at the “Cable & Wire Fair” in New Delhi, India. Several Indian manufacturers also presents their products in this issue of WIRE. In the field of cable production, we present several stranders and look at fast rewinding in addition to extrusion. The marking of cables and optical fibres is also covered in the report. There is a contribution from Austria on wire coating and hairpins for electric motor construction. In line with the focus topic, we also present a new wire rope. WIRE also reports on the “International Congress of Spring Industry” in Versailles, France, on a new sorting device for springs and a system for ensuring the quality of industrial springs.