Special page for “wire 2026”

Messe Düsseldorf Wire 2026

The “wire” trade fair will take place together with the “Tube” from 13 to 17 April in Düsseldorf/Germany. Our complete coverage with all relevant trade fair news from the industry can be found bundled here on our “wire 2026” special page.

Photo: Messe Düsseldorf

Current reports

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Wet lubricants for the ferrous, non-ferrous and alloy wire and tube industries. © Richards Apex

 
26/03/2026 – Auxiliary materials

Auxiliary materials

Wet lubricants for the ferrous, nonferrous and alloy wire

RichardsApex, a manufacturer of wet lubricants for the ferrous, non-ferrous and alloy wire and tube industries will be displaying the latest technology ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Precision winding equipment. © Roblon

 
26/03/2026 – Cable manufacturing

Cable manufacturing

Winding equipment for energy cable manufacturing

For the first time, Roblon will showcase our new “Precision Winding Equipment” (PCU 25-60) designed for modern Energy Cable Manufacturing. By  Jörg Dambock
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“Rigid Edge” pneumatic tension control on a rigid strander. © Pioneer

 
26/03/2026 – Stranding

Stranding

A digital brain for heavy-duty stranding

“Rigid Edge” was developed together with customers to address real concerns: Hesitation to increase speed, unstable quality and unexpected downtime. By ... By  Jörg Dambock
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“Helicord” technology for surface processing of wire and cable, such as welding wire finishing or removal of misprints from cable. © Boockmann

 
26/03/2026 – Surface treatmemt

Surface treatmemt

Technology for surface processing of wire and cable

At this year’s “wire” show Boockmann Engineering will present their “Helicord” technology for surface processing of wire and cable, such as welding wire ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Freudenberg cable tapes. © Freudenberg

 
25/03/2026 – Cable materials for power, data, and specialty cables

Cable materials for power, data, and specialty cables

High-performance tapes

Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) is returning to the “wire” trade fair after a gap of several years. The experts from the supplier of technical ... By  Jörg Dambock
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The digital factory with the MES Software “EMC”. © IT Engineering

 
25/03/2026 – C-technologies

C-technologies

Digitally controlled processes made efficient

At “wire 2026”, IT Engineering Manufacturing Solutions GmbH will demonstrate how digitally controlled processes make the shop floor more transparent and ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Floating pintle. © Windak

 
25/03/2026 – Cable manufacture / handling / rewind lines

Cable manufacture / handling / rewind lines

Built for drum logistics, layer quality, and safer changeovers

Rewinding in a cable plant is rarely a simple transfer. It’s a daily production task: splitting master drums into customer lengths, converting drum types, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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“Vicafil TCU” copper wire drawing oils. © Condat

 
25/03/2026 – Lubricants / auxiliary materials

Lubricants / auxiliary materials

Leading the way in sustainable lubrication

Condat will showcase its latest solutions dedicated to electrical wire drawing, once again demonstrating its ability to cover the full range of lubrication ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Witechs prepares for a major product launch at “wire” in Düsseldorf. © Witechs

 
24/03/2026 – Witechs prepares for a major product launch at wire Düsseldorf

Witechs prepares for a major product launch at wire Düsseldorf

A focused product range for wire surface treatment

The company will participate the wire show in Düsseldorf for the 3rd time, where it will officially launch a new precoating machine. By  Jörg Dambock
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Precision in every meter: The Künne Group as a driving force in the modern wire industry. © Künne

 
24/03/2026 – Wire manufacturer

Wire manufacturer

Wire expertise rooted in tradition

Wire is far more than a simple industrial product; it is the invisible backbone of our everyday infrastructure. Whether in the automotive industry, mechanical ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Niehoff’s completety automized “NPS” double spooler type “SV 403 D”. © Niehoff

 
24/03/2026 – Machinery for producing and processing non-ferrous wires

Machinery for producing and processing non-ferrous wires

A wide variety of technological innovations and automation

Drawing on 75 years of experience in the wire and cable industry, Maschinenfabrik Niehoff manufactures machinery for producing and processing non-ferrous ... By  Jörg Dambock
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The team of Ajex+Turner Wire Technologies. © Ajex+Turner

 
23/03/2026 – Wire drawing

Wire drawing

High-performance “TW” (trapezoidal) dies

Since 1962, Ajex+Turner has led the industry in designing TW Sector Conductor Dies. They specialize in converting conventional round wire production into ... By  Jörg Dambock
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A particular highlight will be the self-cleaning “PC 1500” dosing unit. © Woywod

 
23/03/2026 – Cable manufacture / Dosing

Cable manufacture / Dosing

Automation, process reliability and customized solutions

For over 50 years, Woywod Kunststoffmaschinen GmbH+Co. Vertriebs-KG stands for high-quality dosing, mixing and conveying technology under the “Plasticolor” ... By  Jörg Dambock
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DEM spring wire induction quenching and tempering (Q+T) lines set a new benchmark in spring wire manufacturing. © DEM

 
23/03/2026 – Springs manufacturing

Springs manufacturing

Redefining spring wire performance

DEM spring wire induction quenching and tempering (Q+T) lines set a new benchmark in spring wire manufacturing. Designed for manufacturers who demand higher ... By  Jörg Dambock
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During “wire 2026”, the “Minimac II” will be demonstrated, testing a wire standard similar in diameter for medical wire. © Magnetic Analysis

 
22/03/2026 – Quality management

Quality management

NDT solutions built around process

At the MAC booth, attendees can expect hands-on demonstrations of the “Minimac II” eddy current (ECT) electronic, direct access to application engineers, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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“Condorlube DF 30”. A next-generation, non-reactive, water-based lubricant polymer. © Condoroil

 
22/03/2026 – Lubricants

Lubricants

Redefining cold forming performance

At the “wire 2026” Condoroil Chemical proudly presents a new generation of advanced formulations specifically engineered for high-performance cold forming ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Manentimacchine presents a high-efficiency integration between “HTC” spring making machinery and “HSI” peripheral systems. © Manenti

 
21/03/2026 – Spring manufaturing / automation

Spring manufaturing / automation

Seamless automation in spring production

Manentimacchine presents a high-efficiency integration between “HTC” spring making machinery and “HSI” peripheral systems. The focus is on a fully automated ... By  Jörg Dambock
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“Magneto Hydro Dynamic” (MHD) rod galvanizing line designed for 5.5mm and 6.0mm steel rod, operating at speeds of 60–200 m/min. © Mathiasen

 
21/03/2026 – Galvanizing

Galvanizing

Mathiasen secures exclusive contract

Mathiasen Machinery, Inc. has secured an exclusive contract with Brenton Manufacturing of Casper, Wyoming to sell a complete steel wire galvanizing plant ... By  Jörg Dambock
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This new production line can reduce carbon emissions by 50% to 80%. © Anbao

 
21/03/2026 – Surface treatment

Surface treatment

First near-zero carbon galvanized steel wires production line

Anbao Corp's first near-zero carbon galvanized steel wires production line has been upgraded and officially put into operation, with a capacity of 100,000t. By  Jörg Dambock
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Fig. 1: Pioneer digital VR processing module. © Pioneer

 
20/03/2026 – Precisely addressing the core of digitalisation

Precisely addressing the core of digitalisation

The origin of digital VR

With the arrival of the digital era and the gradual adoption of smart manufacturing concepts, manufacturers are presented with an attractive vision of ... By  Jörg Dambock
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The future of cable and PVC for technical applications is being built clearly beyond mere regulatory compliance. © Delta Tecnic

 
20/03/2026 – How quality, innovation, and sustainability are redefining competitiveness in cable and PVC

How quality, innovation, and sustainability are redefining competitiveness in cable and PVC

From process stability to measurable sustainability

In the cable and PVC industry for technical applications, mere regulatory compliance is no longer enough. Looking toward 2026, competitiveness will be ... By  Jörg Dambock
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R+D pilot line – processed bars with tighter dimensional tolerances, and improved sustainability. © BHH Mikrohuta

 
19/03/2026 – An innovative R+D pilot line for stainless steel wires and bars

An innovative R+D pilot line for stainless steel wires and bars

From traditional drawing to smart manufacturing

The steel industry is facing increasing competitive pressure alongside steadily rising quality expectations from end users. Conventional materials and ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Vikas Spool specialises in manufacturing plastic and steel reels for the wire and cable industry, © Vikas

 
19/03/2026 – Handling

Handling

Spool solutions for wire and cable packaging

In wire and cable manufacturing, packaging plays a critical but often underestimated role. Spools and reels are not just carriers of product – they directly ... By  Jörg Dambock
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AIM’s proven model made in the USA has been in place for more than twenty years. © AIM

 
18/03/2026 – Wire processing

Wire processing

New 8- and 10-mm-capacity CNC wire benders

Redesigned for greater value and speed, robustly built, with unlimited arm swivel, and all at a very attractive price. AIM’s proven model made in the USA ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Joint-assisted cutting for high-strength heavy springs. © Simco

 
17/03/2026 – Joint-assisted cutting for high-strength heavy springs

Joint-assisted cutting for high-strength heavy springs

Mechanical leverage over motor power

The “YT-140” design prioritises effective force transmission over raw power delivery. By leveraging mechanical geometry rather than electrical capacity, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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The focus of the trade fair presentation is on the IM-ECO – a compact, highly flexible welding system for mesh up to 3,400 mm wide and wire diameters from 3.0 mm to 8.0 mm. © EVG

 
16/03/2026 – Mesh production

Mesh production

Automation, flexibility and genuine solutions for mesh production

At “wire 2026” in Düsseldorf, EVG will be focusing consistently on two topics that are decisive for competitiveness in modern mesh production: automation ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Providing guidance: “wire 2026” main trade fair issue. © Meisenbach

 
16/03/2026 – Out now: “wire 2026” main trade fair issue

Out now: “wire 2026” main trade fair issue

WIRE 2/2026 – on the way to you!

WIRE 2/2026 is published – in this main-trade fair issue, WIRE reports on the exhibits that trade visitors can expect in Düsseldorf from 13 to 17 April. ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Real-time measuring values are displayed on the “Ecocontrol 6000”. © Sikora

 
13/03/2026 – Cable production lines

Cable production lines

Inline measuring technology

Continuous inline measurement is a crucial factor in the quality control of today’s cable production lines. “Since abnormalities are difficult to detect ... By  Jörg Dambock
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The CNC transfer spring machine “Multi-FMU 32” celebrates its international premiere at the “wire 2026” in Düsseldorf. © Wafios

 
12/03/2026 – A revolutionary machine concept for the production of extension springs

A revolutionary machine concept for the production of extension springs

International world premiere of the “Multi-FMU 32“

After the machine debuted at the “Wafios Innovation Days” in May 2025, the “Multi-FMU 32” will also be exhibited for the first time at the wire show in ... By  Jörg Dambock
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By opening the transfer fingers over the punch diameter, the ‘Fly-Over-Punch’ concept allows the sideways movement to start immediately while the punch is still in its most forward position. © Nedschroef

 
11/03/2026 – Nedschroef Machinery innovations at WIRE 2026

Nedschroef Machinery innovations at WIRE 2026

Cold forming machines for the production of fasteners

At “wire 2026” in Düsseldorf, Nedschroef Machinery presents a selection of innovations in cold forming that directly addresses the challenges cold forming ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Multi-wire drawing machines from Schlatter are designed for the efficient processing of wires with small to medium diameters and low to medium carbon content. © Schlatter

 
10/03/2026 – Processes, properties and plant technologies

Processes, properties and plant technologies

Cold-formed steel wires

Cold forming of steel wire is a key process in modern wire and reinforcement steel production. By precisely controlled forming operations, surface quality, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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After the Retrofit: The fully modernized basket stranding machine, including a new control system. © Kurre Systems

 
09/03/2026 – Extensive modernisation of an outdated stranding machine

Extensive modernisation of an outdated stranding machine

Grow with your tasks

Some challenges have to be accepted in order to grow from them. With this in mind, a more than 60-year old basket stranding machine was modernised and ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Traxit Klüber Lubrication is among the world’s leading manufacturers of lubricants for iron and steel wire drawing. © Klüber Lubrication

 
06/03/2026 – Traxit Wire Lubrication

Traxit Wire Lubrication

Experience, solutions, performance

Since 1881, Traxit Wire Lubrication, a brand of Klüber Lubrication, has stood for innovation and quality in the wire industry. With over 145 years of experience, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Installation layout – floor pace demand of a “AKK” machine in comparison with conventional systems. © Eurobend

 
05/03/2026 – Wire processing / joining / welding

Wire processing / joining / welding

A quantum leap in mesh production

Eurobend introduces the only high output flexible welding machines working from coil eliminating all idle times. By  Jörg Dambock
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Guide roller “IR 50 D” with individually adjustable, cylindrical guide rollers. © Witels-Albert

 
04/03/2026 – Wire processing

Wire processing

Guide rollers for wire, multi-wire, cable, and tube

Process materials are manufactured and delivered in various forms. Guiding is one of the final steps in production and one of the first in further processing. By  Jörg Dambock
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A thread roller for hardened fasteners with a computerised-match (can be see in operation at wire 2026). © Videx

 
04/03/2026 – Cold forming / fasteners

Cold forming / fasteners

Thread roller for hardened fasteners with computerized-match

There is an increasing demand in the market for thread rolling of pre-hardened fasteners and at the same time there is a severe shortage of qualified operators, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Ultra fine wire strand. © Elschukom

 
03/03/2026 – Wire manufacture

Wire manufacture

Micro scale – giant innovation

As industries continue their steady drive towards miniaturisation, an unrevealed technology in micro wire production is gaining momentum: „ultra-fine wire ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Example of a welded mesh produced by Ideal, illustrating the company’s expertise in resistance welding technology and high-quality wire processing solutions. © Ideal-Werk

 
02/03/2026 – Ideal sparks mesh welding momentum

Ideal sparks mesh welding momentum

Newly developed mesh welding machine

At “wire 2026”, Ideal presents innovative solutions in resistance welding technology. A newly developed grid welding machine marks the company’s entry ... by Lara Reen
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Mega Metal produces silver plated copper wire with diameters down to 0.05 mm using advanced manufacturing technologies to meet their customers’ specific requirements. © Mega Metal

 
27/02/2026 – High performance electrical conductivity solution

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 ... By  Jörg Dambock
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More than 2,700 exhibitors from 65 countries will present technologies, machines, materials and end products on around 120,000sqm of exhibition space. © Meisenbach/Jörg Dambock

 
26/02/2026 – The global meeting place for the international wire and cable industries

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 ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Carole Cole and Steve Mepsted with the PWM team. © PWM

 
25/02/2026 – Joining / welding

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 ... By  Jörg Dambock
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“wire Düsseldorf 2026” will provide an important platform for IWMA members to connect, showcase expertise and engage with the global wire and cable industry. © IWMA

 
24/02/2026 – IWMA prepares for “wire Düsseldorf 2026”

IWMA prepares for “wire Düsseldorf 2026”

Industry countdown enters final phase

As preparations for “wire Düsseldorf 2026” move into their final phase, the global wire and cable industry is turning its attention to one of its most ... By  Jörg Dambock
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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