Reports

Modernisation efforts often focus on electrical components, as the mechanical structures of many machines are highly durable and robust. © Fuhr

24/03/2025 – Modernisation of aging production equipment

Modernisation of aging production equipment

Proactively reducing downtime risks

In mechanical and plant engineering, the term ‘retrofit’ refers to the modernisation of existing systems. The primary goal of a retrofit is to increase ... By Jörg Dambock

Videx now offers operator-free lines for the production of hi-tensile U-Bolts from coils and bars. © Videx

20/03/2025 – Wire processing

Wire processing

Autonomous truck U-bolt line

Videx now offers operator-free lines for the production of hi-tensile U-Bolts from coils and bars. By Jörg Dambock

Experience the future of wire forming with AIM’s “AFCe-3Dx”. © AIM

18/03/2025 – Advanced and compact 3D wire bending machine

Advanced and compact 3D wire bending machine

Launch of the new “AFCe-3Dx” Line

AIM, Inc. is proud to unveil the new AFCe-3Dx line, an advanced and compact 3D wire-bending machine designed to set new standards in wire-forming technology ... By Jörg Dambock

Portal payoff with „Remaining length“ operation mode. © Kurre Systems

14/03/2025 – Safety concept for manual product guidance

Safety concept for manual product guidance

Portal payoff with remaining length operation mode

Kurre Systems, a German company renowned for its custom solutions in mechanical engineering for the cable and wire industry, is enhancing its portal payoff ... By Jörg Dambock

Nexans have rolled out numerous “Cellmaster” implementations driving significant improvements in their manufacturing processes. © Zumbach

12/03/2025 – Nexans revolutionizes cable manufacturing with “Cellmaster” technology from Zumbach

Nexans revolutionizes cable manufacturing with “Cellmaster” technology from Zumbach

A leap towards unmatched efficiency and quality

Nexans, a global leader in cable manufacturing, faced significant challenges with irregularities in their network cable extrusion process at their state-of-the-art ... By Jörg Dambock

A lubricant for zinc processing must have excellent stability and effectiveness under challenging conditions. © Q8Oils

10/03/2025 – Wire drawing / lubrication

Wire drawing / lubrication

Why zinc’s unique properties require a distinct approach in terms of lubrication

Zinc’s physical and chemical properties differ significantly from other non-ferrous metals such as copper and aluminum. By Jörg Dambock

Due to the enormous increase in cleanliness requirements in industrial production, particulate and filmic cleanliness specifications must increasingly be met when cleaning fasteners. © Ecoclean

06/03/2025 – Surface treatment / cleaning

Surface treatment / cleaning

Economical and sustainable cleaning of fasteners

Screws, nuts, washers, springs, clamps – fasteners are essential for safe and reliable assembly. In the course of increasing demands on technical cleanliness ... By Jörg Dambock