Reports

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

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

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

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

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

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

Multi-FMU-32-abgedeckt-Premiere-auf-der-wire-2026-Copyright-Wafios.jpg — 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