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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025
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January/February 2025
Presented by...
www.wiretech.com
Focused News, Information and Products for
Wire & Cable Processors, Distributors and End Users.
Wire Harness &
Cable Connector
Inside this issue...
• News & Info: Page 134
• Products: Page 141
• WHMA’s New Innovation
Advisory Team Offers
Leadership Opportunities:
Page 142
• Laser Wire Stripping:
Precision Engineering for
Modern Medical Device
Manufacturing: Page 144
• Top Products of 2024,
continued from page 88:
Page 146
• The 2025 WHMA Annual
Global Leadership Summit:
Page 150
• A New Level of Automation
& Effi ciency with a
Programmable Z-Axis Option:
Page 156
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64 USPTO Wire & Cable Industry Patents
72 WCMA Annual Meeting & Holiday Luncheon Report - Ed Fenton
76 Expansion, Global Challenges and Opportunities - Chenfei Wang
78 Smarter Solutions for Welding Non-Ferrous Strip and Profi le
Steve Mepsted
80 Showcase Machinery: Pointing Machines, Welding & Pointing
82 Top Products of 2024 - Continues on page 146
90 Top Questions to Ask for Improved Safety for Advanced Cable
and Wire Manufacturing Sites - David Gehart
92 Fluoropolymer Sustainability and Responsible Manufacturing
to Support Cable and Connectivity
Dr. Bianca W. Hydutsky, Dr. John C. Sworen
96 Extrusion Tooling Developments - Tom Baldock
110 Next Generation PVC Elastomers with Superior Low Temp
Performance
Qiming He, Samuel Browne, Keke Chen, Roland Ruprecht
114 Quality, Process & Tension Control Roundup
120 A Leap Into The Future - Thorsten Wilde
122 Lead Extruder Machine - Ahad Ghaff ari
126 Spotlight On Extrusion Machinery & Tooling - Mike McNulty
Feature Articles
Columns
22 China’s Optical Fiber Cable Industry Confronts Market Saturation
Vishnu Patidar, Egest Balla - Wire & Cable Economics
52 WCISA® at wire & Tube Mexico 2025; 2024 & 2025 Scholarships;
“Night Out in Atlanta”; Industry Partnerships
What’s New @ WCISA®
54 European Perspectives - Konrad Dengler
58 Out-Sourcing - Dr. Roger N. Wright
It’s Not Funny!!!!
60 Top 4 Trends for the Labor Market in 2025
Pati Kelly - Insider’s Insights
62 The Working Journal - Michael J Fiedler
142 WHMA’s New Innovation Advisory Team Off ers Leadership
Opportunities - Sarah Blair
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Table of Contents
January/February 2025 • Vol. 53, No. 1
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Spotlight on Bows
March/April 2025 Issue
Industry Events
72 WCMA Annual Meeting & Holiday Luncheon Report - Ed Fenton
98 wire & Tube Mexico 2025
Preview of wire & Tube Mexico 2025
February 11 - 13, 2025, Monterrey, Mexico
150 2025 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit
Preview of 2025 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit
January 28 - 30, 2025, Fort Myers, FL, USA
“Wire Harness & Cable Connector (WHCC)”
section: News, technology
and products for wire & cable
processors, distributors and end users
...pages 133 through 156
133
134 WHCC News & Info
141 WHCC Products
142 WHMA’s New Innovation Advisory Team Off ers Leadership
Opportunities - Sarah Blair
Connect With WHMA
144 Laser Wire Stripping: Precision Engineering for Modern
Medical Device Manufacturing - Seonaid Sellars
146 Top Products of 2024 - Continued from page 88
150 2025 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit
Preview of WHMA 2025 Annual Global Leadership Summit
January 28 - 30, 2025, Fort Myers, FL, USA
156 Tech Brief: A New Level of Automation & Effi ciency
with a Programmable Z-Axis Option
Tech Briefs
Wire Harness & Cable Connector (WHCC)
Departments
8 Editorial
10 Wire & Cable Events
12 Industry News
30 Corporate News
80 Showcase Machinery
130 Showcase Materials
131 Showcase Accessories
157 Advertisers’ Index
158 Classifi ed Advertising
159 Editorial Index
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January/February 2025 • Vol. 53, No. 1
71 A Technology-Driven Approach to Color Selection for
Moisture-Cure Wire and Cable - Eric D. Laird, David Campbell
156 A New Level of Automation & Effi ciency with a Programmable
Z-Axis Option
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Medium voltage cables...148
...98-109
...150-155
January/February 2025
Presented by...
www.wiretech.com
Focused News, Information and Products for
Wire & Cable Processors, Distributors and End Users.
Wire Harness &
Cable Connector
Inside this issue...
• News & Info: Page 134
• Products: Page 141
• WHMA’s New Innovation
Advisory Team Offers
Leadership Opportunities:
Page 142
• Laser Wire Stripping:
Precision Engineering for
Modern Medical Device
Manufacturing: Page 144
• Top Products of 2024,
continued from page 88:
Page 146
• The 2025 WHMA Annual
Global Leadership Summit:
Page 150
• A New Level of Automation
& Effi ciency with a
Programmable Z-Axis Option:
Page 156
An approach for moisture-cure wire
and cable color selection...71
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18” Planetary Cabler
1 _WATSON 36” Rotating Cabler
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1 _ENTWISTLE 4.5” 24:1 L/D PVC
Extruder
1 _DAVIS STANDARD 2.5” 24:1
L/D Nylon Extruder
1 _D/S 2” 30:1 L/D Hi-Temp
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1 _D/S 2” 24:1 L/D / 1.25” 30:1 L/D
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1 _BARTELL 72” Shaftless Payoffs
2 _BARTELL 60” Shaftless Payoffs
1 _30” Core Neutralizer Payoff
1 _NEB 18-Head 22” Rigid
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1 _CLIPPER Model PS50 Parallel
Axis Dual Reel Take-up
1 _CLIPPER Model PS36 Parallel
Axis Dual Reel Take-up
1 _ENTWISTLE 36” Dual Reel
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1 _DAVIS STANDARD 30” Dual
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2 _BARTELL 72” Shaftless Take-
ups
1 _VIDEOJET Model 37e InkJet
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1 _ADVANTAGE Chiller, Model MK-
25AM-41HBX, 9/98
41 _48” x 32-1/4” ID x 25” Barrel x
3” Arbor Toroidal Reels
FOR SALE
1 - NEW ENGLAND BUTT 12-Head 18” Planetary Cabler
1 - WATSON 36” Rotating Cabler Line
1 - NIEHOFF M15 Wire Drawer, Annealer, SG45 Spooler
1 - D/S 2.5” 24:1 L/D Nylon Extruder
1 - D/S 2” 30:1 L/D Hi-Temp Extrusion Line
1 - D/S 1.25” 30:1 L/D Hi-Temp Extruder
1 - D/S 2” 24:1 L/D Extruder
2 - BARTELL 72” Shaftless Payoffs
1 - BARTELL 60” Shaftless Payoff
1 - 30” Core Neutralizer Payoff
1 - NEB 18-Wire 22” Rigid Strander, L-R
1 - D/S 36” H.S. Dual Reel Take-up, twin Motors
1 - ENTWISTLE 36” Dual Reel Take-up, Model THE 24/36
4 - D/S 30” Dual Reel Take-ups
1 - DAVIS ELECTRIC Model TAP30 Parallel Axis Dual Take-up
7 - CLIPPER Model SP16 Dual Spoolers
2 - BARTELL 72” Shaftless Take-ups
1 - KRUPP 1250mm D.T. Cabler
1 - ENTWISTLE Model STC-30 S.T. Twister
1 - ADVANTAGE Chiller, Model MK-25AM-41HBX, 9/98
41 - 48” x 32-1/4” ID x 25” Barrel x 3” Arbor Toroidal Reels
FOR SALE
2 - COBRA 24-C, 32-C Braiders • 2 - TMW 36-C, 24-C Cable Braiders, 7” Horn Gears
1 - CORTINOVIS 12-Bobbin 1800mm Planetary • 1 - TULSA HSC-751 Respooler
1 - SMARTER GROUP 12-Bobbin 800mm Planetary • 1 - NASHOBA 3-Head Taper
1 - SMARTER GROUP 54-Bobbin 630mm Planetary • 1 - TEC 48” S.T. Cabler
1 - ROYLE 48” Belt Wrap Capstan • 1 - VITECK 36” Belt Wrap Capstan, CBW-36-D
1 - TENSOR KS300-12 Hold Back Capstan • 3 - COOK BH36, BH30, BH24 Cablers
1 - WUXI NANFANG 150mm/45mm Extrusion Line • 1 - DAVIS-STANDARD 100mm 24:1 Extruder
1 - DAVIS-STANDARD 3.5” 34:1 Foam Extruder • 1 - DAVIS-STANDARD 2.5” 24:1 Extruder Line
1 - ENTWISTLE 2.5” 24:1 Extruder • 1 - DAVIS-STANDARD 2” 24:1 Extruder w/X-Head
1 - DAVIS-STANDARD 1.5” 24:1 Extruder • 1 - ENTWISTLE 1.5” 24:1 FEP Extruder w/X-Head
2 - ENTWISTLE 1.5”, 1.25” 24:1 Extruders • 1 - AMERICAN KUHNE 1.75” 20:1 Vertical Extruder
1 - ENTWISTLE 1” 24:1 Vertical Extruder • 1 - SKALTEK 2600mm Payoff
2 - SKALTEK 1600mm Payoff , Model A16-4K • 1 - SKALTEK 1200mm Payoff , Model A12P-S
2 - DAVIS ELECTRIC 50”, 60” Portal Payoff s • 1 - HALL 48” Portal Payoff
1 - TEC 30” 3-Position Neutralizer Payoff , RCNPO-30/3 • 4 - TEC 24” Neutralizer Payoff s
1 - KRUPP 37-Wire, 6+12+18, 27” Rigid Strander • 1 - ROBLON CB250-1F Binder
1 - FLYMCA 1+6+12 630mm Tubular Strander Line, 2008
1 - BARTELL 3+1 630mm Tubular Strander • 2 - SKALTEK U26T Take-ups
2 - NOKIA-MAILLEFER FTP-1250 Take-ups • 2 - REEL-O-MATIC RD5, RD10 Rim Drives
2 - REEL-O-MATIC ELPT-10 Shaftless Take-ups • 1 - REELPOWER NK10 Take-ups, 2017
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PAY1184 – 24” Caballe 52 pos S/L Payoff, Loading System
TKU1786 – 48” Littell Dual Traversing Coiler for Round/Shaped Wire (5)
TKU1781 – 60” Bartell Shaftless Takeup, Model SLTU-60, Hyd Lift,
TKU1738 – 84” AFA/Kabmatik Traversing Reel Takeup, 15,000#
TKU1737 – 84” Davis Std S/L Takeup, 10 HP Yaskawa AC Drive
TKU1735 – 72” Davis Electric Shaftless Takeup, 10 HP AC
TKU1641.2 – 2.6m Skaltek U26T, Portal Floor Trav TU, 12,000 kg (3)
TKU1492 – 144” Hall Portal Floor Trav TU, 7.5 HP DC, Siemens Drive/PLC
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RWD703 – 84”-84” Entwistle/AFA Rewind Line, Cat Dancer, Touchscreen
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EXP1503 – 2½” Davis Std, 24: Extruder, Them III, 50 HP DC
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Momentum
Industry events in the wire, cable, wire harness and cable
assembly sectors closed 2024 strongly, and it looks like the mo-
mentum is not only continuing but actually building in 2025.
Last November, wire India 2024 and the US Automotive Wire
Harness & EDS Conference (AWH Detroit 2024) were staged
in Mumbai, India, and Detroit, MI, USA, respectively, with
excellent attendance and content. We have
news reports on each of these starting on
pages 13 and 136, respectively.
In December, we closed out the year in Hartford, CT, USA,
with an annual meeting and holiday party organized by the
Wire & Cable Manufacturers’ Alliance, Inc. (WCMA). This
long-standing, end-of-
the-year event was also
a success, and we have
some good coverage of
it on pages 72 - 74.
Looking ahead, we have substantial preview content on
the fi rst two industry events of this year: wire & Tube Mexico
2025 in Monterrey, Mexico, and the 2025 WHMA Annual
Global Leadership Summit in Fort Myers, FL, USA. See pages
98 - 109 and 150 - 155; these productions are worth the trip.
8 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
EDITORIAL
A WCMA highlight for me was observing the Panel Session
titled “The Next Generation’s Perspective - How to Succeed
in the Wire & Cable Industry.” This session was moderated
by WCMA Steering Committee Chairperson, Trish Weisberg
Erwin, Service Wire Co., and it included Steering Committee
members, Charles Glew, Cable Components Group/Marmon;
Paul Gemelli, Gem Gravure; Grant Campbell, Multi/Cable;
and Carlie Crawford, Marmon Innovation & Technology
Group. The panelists shared their experiences and suggestions
on how to make wire and cable a rewarding career choice.
Their stories of family connections and making their way into
the industry as well as strategies for attracting, evaluating and
retaining employees, were enjoyable to hear.
Charles Glew shared his company’s success in recruiting
factory workers from the restaurant industry—Cable Compo-
nents Group has found that people that are used to hard work
in warmer temperatures are a good fi t for working on extrusion
lines. Paul Gemelli told a story of accompanying his late father
David Gemelli on plant tours where customers would often
remark that Gem Gravure was lucky to have so many good
and loyal workers. Afterwards, David told Paul that luck had
nothing to do with it as the company recognized, rewarded
and nurtured good workers while distancing itself from poor
and uninterested performers. The panelists also shared the
common opinion that even though their companies are making
tangible products, we are all in a “people business.” In addition
to labor, sustainability, AI and electrifi cation were popular
topics at WCMA as was the case for AWH Detroit 2024.
Looking at the rest of 2025—see our wire and cable events
listing on page 10—it is going to be a busy year. In case you
missed it in last issue, our 2025 editorial plan is available
online at https://wiretech.com. There
is an abundance of opportunities for
good personal business and technol-
ogy interactions available all over the
world this year.
.
Mike McNulty, Editor
mcnulty@wiretech.com
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January 28 – 30, 2025
2025 WHMA Annual Global
Leadership Summit
Fort Myers, FL, USA
annualconference.whma.org
February 11 – 13, 2025
wire & Tube Mexico 2025
Monterrey, Mexico
www.wire-tube-mexico.com
www.mdna.com
March 29, 2025
WCMA Awards Dinner and
Investiture Ceremony
Hartford, CT, USA
www.wcmainc.org
April 9 – 12, 2025
wire Eurasia 2025, Istanbul, Turkey
www.wire-eurasia.com
www.mdna.com
May 6 – 8, 2025
Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo
2025 (EWPTE 2025)
Milwaukee, WI, USA
www.electricalwireshow.com
May 12, 2025
WCISA® Night Out in Atlanta
Atlanta, GA, USA
www.wcisaonline.org
May 13 – 15, 2025
Interwire 2025
Atlanta, GA, USA
www.interwire25.com
June 5, 2025
WCMA Annual Golf Outing & Fundraiser
Hartford, CT, USA
www.wcmainc.org
June 24 – 26, 2025
CRU Wire & Cable Connections
Summit 2025
Prague, Czech Republic
www.crugroup.com/events
August 27 – 29, 2025
China International Wire and Cable
Industry Exhibition (WireShow 2025)
Shanghai, China
www.wireshow.com
September 6 – 8, 2025
wire Middle East Africa 2025
Cairo, Egypt
www.wire-mea.com
www.mdna.com
September 17 – 19, 2025
wire Southeast Asia 2025
Bangkok, Thailand
www.wire-southeastasia.com
www.mdna.com
October 14, 2025
Wire & Cable Poland 2025
Kraków, Poland
www.wirecable25.com
October 20 – 21, 2025
US Automotive Wire Harness &
EDS Conference (AWH Detroit 2025)
Detroit, MI, USA
www.eds-conference.com
October 20 – 22, 2025
Jicable HVDC’25, Turin, Italy
www.hvdc25.jicable.org
October 27 – 30, 2025
2025 IWCS Cable & Connectivity
Industry Forum, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
www.iwcs.org
November 4 – 6, 2025
Cable & Wire Fair 2025
New Delhi, India
www.cablewirefair.com
April 13 – 17, 2026
wire 2026, Düsseldorf, Germany
www.wire-tradefair.com
www.mdna.com
September, 2026
wire China 2026, Shanghai, China
www.wirechina.net
www.mdna.com
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wire Eurasia and
Tube Eurasia Dates
Messe Düsseldorf North America
(MDNA), Chicago, IL, USA, reports
that wire Eurasia and Tube Eurasia will
be held from April 9 to 12, 2025 at the
Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress
Center in Istanbul, Turkey. Due to
their collaboration, Tüyap Exhibitions
Group, Turkey’s leading trade fair com-
pany, and Messe Düsseldorf GmbH,
Germany’s international trade fair com-
pany, will make major commercial con-
tributions to the wire, cable, tube, pipe,
iron and steel industries. The two trade
fairs, which were launched in 2019,
expanded their worldwide reach through
a collaboration with Messe Düsseldorf
in 2023 and have become an essential
platform for the industry. In 2025, the
Tüyap Fair Organization Group and
Messe Düsseldorf will strengthen their
collaboration and present themselves
together with concentrated technology
competence at the Istanbul location to
reach the neighboring countries and
Asia, addressing the most important
target countries.
The trade fairs, formerly known as
the Tube&Steel Istanbul Fair and the
WireTech Istanbul Fair in 2019 and
2023, will be renamed wire Eurasia Fair
and Tube Eurasia Fair in 2025, respec-
tively. The trade fairs, which brought
together 320 exhibitors and more than
10,000 buyers at their second staging,
plan to become a broader sales and mar-
keting platform in 2025, attracting more
than 15,000 industry professionals and
about 400 companies. The two events
will present the latest in wires, cables
pipes, tubes, profi les, steel production
and specialized technologies, bringing
together all stakeholders of the metal
industry due to their extensive product
range. They are expected to attract visi-
tors mainly from European nations as
a result of the synergy created by the
INDUSTRY NEWS
collaboration of two major trade fair
companies.
Sharing his view about the trade fairs,
İlhan Ersözlü, General Manager of
Tüyap Fairs Production Inc., empha-
sized the signifi cance of these industries
for the country, “We aim to maximize
our country’s potential in the pipes,
profi les, steel, wire and cable indus-
tries through this collaboration, which
combines our 45-year fair experience
as Tüyap Exhibitions Group with the
strength of Messe Düsseldorf in Europe.
Both Tube Eurasia and wire Eurasia
have significant potential. Because
Türkiye is strong in these industries and
serves as a perfect meeting place be-
tween the continents of Europe, Asia and
Africa. As global players and mid-sized
companies have the chance to introduce
themselves to the Turkish market, our
local companies will have the chance to
expand their reach internationally. The
Tube Eurasia Fair and the wire Eurasia
Fair will welcome hundreds of interna-
tional exhibitors and will signifi cantly
contribute to the development of new
business relationships and the economic
expansion of Türkiye by creating export
opportunities. The interest and enthu-
siasm we witnessed in the previous
period demonstrates that we have made
the right decision for collaboration.
Our goal is to enhance this interest and
enthusiasm, making these trade fairs
the most comprehensive showcase of
industry innovations and developments
in Türkiye and Eurasia. In this regard,
we are extremely satisfi ed with our col-
laboration with Messe Düsseldorf and
hope that it will continue in the future
on many industry projects. In addition,
we would like to express our gratitude
to all industry stakeholders who have
supported us this year, especially our
primary partner ÇEBİD, for helping to
strengthen our trade fairs.”
Commenting on the collaboration
between Tüyap Exhibitions Group and
Messe Düsseldorf, Bernd Jablonowski,
Executive Director of Messe Düsseldorf
GmbH, said, “After deciding to work
together to combine the experience
and expertise in trade fair organization
of the Tüyap Fair Organization Group
with Messe Düsseldorf’s strength in
the European market, we had a very
successful premiere at wire Eurasia and
Tube Eurasia. Our aim is to take this
success one step further in 2025. We
really believe in Türkiye, particularly
in its potential in the construction and
energy industries. We are delighted to
collaborate with an expert partner such
as Tüyap Fair Organization Group to
maximize this potential.”
wire Eurasia is strongly supported by
the International Wire and Machinery
Association Ltd. (IWMA), the Inter-
national Wire and Cable Machine
Exhibitors Association (IWCEA) and
the Italian Wire Machinery Manufac-
turer Association (ACIMAF). Among
the business partners of Tube Eurasia
are the International Tube Associa-
tion (ITA) and the Turkish Steel Pipe
Manufacturers Association (ÇEBİD).
The event is supported by important
organizations such as the Steel Export-
ers’ Association (ÇİB), the Turkish
Iron and Steel Producers Association
(TÇÜD), the Steel Foreign Trade
Association, Materials Testing & In-
novation Laboratories Co. (MATİL),
the Stainless Industrialists and Busi-
nessmen Association (PASİD) and the
Cold Rolling, Galvanized and Painted
Sheet Metal Manufacturers Associa-
tion (SOGAD) as well as the SteelOr-
bis and Flat Steel Import, Export and
Industry Association (YİSAD).
www.wire-eurasia.com,
www.tube-eurasia.com, www.mdna.com
CRU Announces
Summit in Prague
Kay Beloe, Senior Marketing Man-
ager, CRU Events, London, England,
reports, “We are delighted to announce
details of CRU Wire & Cable Connec-
tions Summit 2025, which will be held
in Prague, Czech Republic, from June
24-26, 2025. The event will focus on
the pivotal role of wire and cable manu-
facturers in shaping the future of power
generation, renewable energy, electrifi -
cation and the evolution of power grids.
“As the world shifts towards sustain-
able energy, the CRU Wire & Cable
Connections Summit is your opportunity
to be at the forefront of this transfor-
mative movement. Join us in Prague
for this pivotal gathering, designed to
provide insights and foster connections
within the metallic wire and cable com-
munity and gain a fresh perspective on
the industry’s critical role in power gen-
eration and energy transition. Engage
with leading experts as they discuss
advanced distribution networks and the
seamless connectivity the industry is
addressing to provide a greener future.
We are delighted to have NIEHOFF as
the Host Sponsor in 2025. Participants
will have the opportunity to visit the
NIEHOFF Nymburk facility for an in-
depth site tour.
“With the pressing goal of achiev-
ing a net-zero future, the wire and
cable industry is leading the charge in
technological advancement and sustain-
ability initiatives. The event serves as an
ideal platform for industry leaders and
innovators. The two-day program will
cover topics that will dive deep into the
heart of the renewable energy landscape,
to discuss the development of onshore
and off shore wind farms, solar farms
and the complexities of subsea and land
interconnections.
“CRU’s Wire & Cable team is col-
laborating with thought leaders from
across the globe to curate an agenda that
addresses key challenges and opportu-
nities facing wire and cable executives
today. Amidst the challenges of rising
costs and infl ation, the summit will also
provide insights into eff ective pathways
to recovery, equipping you with strate-
gies to thrive in a competitive landscape.
Learn how global opportunities can be
leveraged while emphasizing the urgent
need to transition to eco-friendly and re-
cyclable materials, helping the industry
not only meet regulatory demands but
also align with environmental sustain-
ability goals.
“Join us in Prague for this strategic
meeting for an up-to-date view on the
outlook for the metallic wire and cable
industry, with a focus on the industry’s
pivotal role in power generation and
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the energy transition and reconnect
with peers from around the world.”
www.crugroup.com/events
Success for 2024 Indian
Metal Trade Fairs
Messe Düsseldorf North America
(MDNA), Chicago, IL, USA, reports
that the four Indian metal trade fairs,
wire India, Tube India, METEC India
and India Essen Welding & Cutting,
concluded successfully last November
at the Bombay Exhibition Center in
Mumbai, India. A total of 21,086 trade
visitors attended the shows to learn
about innovative industry technolo-
gies and solutions from 532 exhibitors
from 22 countries. MDNA says, “The
enthusiasm of the participants was an
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encouraging sign of the sector’s recov-
ery and growth.”
Organized by Messe Düsseldorf
India, the trade fairs are an important
platform for Indian and international
players in the wire, cable, tube, metal-
lurgy, cutting and welding industries.
The high number of visitors reects the
continuing importance of the four events
for maintaining business relations and
staying up-to-date about technological
advances and industry trends.
Millie Contractor, General Man-
ager of Messe Düsseldorf India, was
pleased with the positive response
to the trade fairs, “The Indian metal
fairs have once again been very well
received by the industry. We have seen
spectacular growth this year, both in
terms of exhibitors and trade visitors as
well as international participation. It lls
me with great satisfaction that the four
trade fairs have successfully helped to
facilitate interactions that are shaping
the future of the industry. The growth
of the industry is fueled by the contacts
made here, which open up new avenues
for the metal industry.”
In addition to numerous Indian exhibi-
tors, companies from Austria, Belgium,
Brazil, Canada, China, the Czech Re-
public, Estonia, France, Germany, India,
Italy, Luxembourg, Singapore, Slovenia,
South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzer-
land, Taiwan, Turkey, the UK and the
USA presented their innovations.
Daniel Rysch, Director wire/Tube
at Messe Düsseldorf in Germany, em-
phasized, “India is a very important mar-
ket for our international exhibitors. The
high number of visitors and the strong
presence of companies from all over the
world show the enormous potential of
this market. We see India as one of the
key markets of the future, especially
in the metal processing sector, and are
pleased that our trade fairs can oer
a central platform here. This growth
reects not only the dynamism of the
Indian market, but also the willingness
of the international community to invest
in this promising market.”
Wire machinery, wires, cables,
fastening elements, spring machinery
and tube machinery were exhibited
on 38,000 m2 of gross exhibit space.
Exhibits also includes raw materials,
plant and equipment, iron production,
steel molding, casting of molten steel as
well as surface and cutting technologies
and processes.
A special highlight were the four
national pavilions presented by the Fed-
eral Ministry for Economic Aairs
and Climate Protection (Germany),
the Italian Trade Agency (Italy), the
International Wire and Cable Exhibi-
tors Association (France) and the Swiss
Competence Cluster (Switzerland).
Three well-attended conferences
were held concurrently with the trade
fair quartet, addressing current industry
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topics: “Emerging Opportunities for
Sustainable Future in Tube & Pipe In-
dustries” co-organized by the Interna-
tional Tube Association (ITA) - India
Chapter, “Process Innovations and Ap-
plication Initiatives for a Clean, Green
and Effi cient Wire & Cable Industry in
India” and “Vision 2047 - 500 MT Steel
Production: Initiative to Decarbonize the
Indian Steel Industry” both co-organized
by Steel & Metallurgy.
The trade fairs were supported by
several key industry associations, in-
cluding the Cable & Wire Machinery
Manufacturers Association of India
(CMMAI), the Material Recycling
Association of India (MRAI), the
International Tube Association (ITA)
- India Chapter, the Association of
Welding Products Manufacturers
(AWPM), the Indian Welding Society
(IWS), the Steel Wire Manufactur-
ers Association of India (SWMAI),
the International Wire & Machinery
Association (IWMA), the Interna-
tional Wire and Cable Exhibitors
Association (IWCEA), the Italian
Wire Machinery Manufacturers As-
sociation (ACIMAF) and the DVS
- Deutscher Verband für Schweißen
und verwandte Verfahren e. V. (Ger-
man Welding Society).
All four shows are scheduled to
take place again November 30 to De-
cember 2, 2026, at the same location.
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WireShow 2025 in Shanghai
The China International Wire and
Cable Industry Exhibition (WireShow),
which began in the 1980s and is held
biennially, has grown over four de-
cades into a pivotal event for the wire
and cable industry. Organized by the
industry and providing a premier plat-
form for communication and display.
The 12th China International Wire
and Cable Industry Exhibition (Wire-
Show 2025) is scheduled to take place
August 27-29, 2025 at the Shanghai
New International Expo Center in
Shanghai, China This event serves as
a premier platform for global wire and
cable manufacturers to showcase in-
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Shanghai Electric Cable Research
Institute Co., Ltd. (SECRI), a leading
research organization in China’s wire
and cable sector, WireShow has consis-
tently remained at the forefront of tech-
nology, focusing on specialization and
internationalization. It aims to showcase
innovative products, technologies and
solutions, fostering information sharing,
collaboration and integration within the
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 15
novative products and technologies and
engage in business exchanges. Compa-
nies from the following Industries at
expected to exhibit:
• Wire and Cable Manufacturing and
Processing Machinery
• Auxiliary Cable Processing
• Raw and Auxiliary Materials for
Cables (Optical Cables)
• Finished Wire Products and Electri-
cal Cables
• Spring Manufacturing Machinery
and Technology
• Fastener Manufacturing Machinery
and Technology
• Measuring and Control Technology
• Test Engineering
• Specialist Areas and Others
Johann Jaekel, Business Unit Direc-
tor and Sales Director of the Wire and
Cable Division of Rosendahl Nextrom
GmbH truly appreciated the last event,
“WireShow provides our company with
a good opportunity to showcase our
products, technologies and solutions
to the Chinese market.” Dominique
Perround, General Manager of Samp-
sistemi (Changzhou) Co., Ltd. said,
“The Chinese market is very important
to us. WireShow is an essential bridge
to connect us with the Chinese market,
and it is also an important platform to
meet customers.” Wu Yunjie, General
Manager of Maillefer International
Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. deliv-
ered positive feedbacks, “Our customers
come from the entire wire and cable
industry. They all think WireShow is
an extremely important exhibition
in the industry, so we must attend.”
Chen Wanbin, President of SIKORA
(Fuzhou) Electronic Technology Co.,
Ltd. also expressed this, “WireShow is
a powerful platform for us to showcase
new products and technologies. At this
exhibition, we showcased the latest
generation of derivometer, and its mea-
surement and data processing speed is
up to ten times faster than the previous
one.” www.wireshow.com
WCMA Names
2025 Award Recipients
The Wire & Cable Manufacturers’
Alliance, Inc. (WCMA) announced the
recipients of its “2025 Distinguished
Career Award” at its Annual Meeting on
December 5, 2024. The WCMA’s 39th
Annual Awards Dinner and Investiture
Ceremony will take place on March
29, 2025, in Hartford, CT, USA, at the
Downtown Hartford Marriott Hotel.
The recipients are:
• Bob Allen, Engineering Manager,
James Monroe Wire & Cable
• Lenny Argentine, VP Sales &
Marketing, International Wire
• Mike Canterino, VP Engineering,
Fluoropolymer Resources
• John Gross, Publisher, Copper
Journal
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recognizing industry leaders and profes-
sionals from the electrical and electronic
wire, cable and ber optic cable industry
segments initially established by the
former Wire&CableClubs. Starting
in 2023, WCMA also makes charitable
contributions on behalf of each recipi-
ent named.
Nominations for this Award are
received from WCMA members and
reviewed by a committee of former re-
cipients via a ballot process to consider
the person’s character, credibility and
commercial or technical contributions
to the cable industry. WCMA Board
members make nal selections.
For more information about WCMA
or the Distinguished Career Award,
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at 860-331-7074 or ed@wcmainc.org
or visit www.WCMAinc.org. A short
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The WireandCableIndustry
SuppliersAssociation®(WCISA®),
Akron, OH, USA, and several of its
member companies will be attending
wire & Tube Mexico 2025 in Monter-
rey, Mexico, February 11 – 13, 2025.
WCISA members and partners to visit
at wire & Tube Mexico 2025 are listed
as follows:
• AIM,Inc, Booth 421
• BlachfordCorporation, Booth 418
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• CemancoLLC, Booth 337
• Condat, Booth 306
• IWMALtd, Booth 409
• KinreiofAmerica,LLC
Booth 532
• MesseDüsseldorfNorth
America(MDNA), Booth 300
• REELEX, Booth 500
• RichardsApexInc., Booth 303
• SAMPUSA,Inc., Booth 313
• Simpacks/Pioneer, Booth 236
• TaymerInternational,
Booth 305
• ThermoplasticsEngineering
Corp., Booth 103
• WCISA, Booth 300
• Wire&CableTechnology
International, Booth 300
• Wire&PlasticMachinery
Corp., Booth 120
• WireLabCompany Booth 317
• ZumbachElectronicsCorp.
Booth 623
WCISA is a supporter of wire & Tube
Mexico 2025, event details are available
at www.wire-tube-mexico.com.
Later this year, WCISA is hosting
its annual networking and social outing
in conjunction with its participation as
an exhibitor at the Interwire 2025 trade
show in Atlanta, GA, USA. The “Night
Out in Atlanta” is free-of-charge for
all WCISA members and their guests,
and it will take place on Monday, May
12, 2025, 6-8 PM, the night before the
exhibits open. WCISA and dozens of its
member companies will be exhibiting at
Interwire 2025, event details are avail-
able at www.interwire25.com. WCISA
members and partners can RSVP for
“WCISA’s Night Out in Atlanta” by
email at info@wcisaonline.org. For
the last several years, WCISA and the
WAI have been cooperating as “Industry
Partners” to support each association’s
members and activities as well as the
wire and cable industry.
WCISA is a nonprofit corporate
membership association of North
American suppliers of machinery, ma-
terials and accessories used for making
all types of wire and cable. Members are
based in or have an established subsid-
iary in North America.
www.wcisaonline.org
Bieberich to Lead
WAI in 2025
The Wire Association International
(WAI), Inc., Madison, CT, USA, an-
nounced the appointment of Eric P. Bieb-
erich as the 72nd President of the associa-
tion for a one-
year term that
commenced
on January 1,
2025. Bieb-
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the Board of
Directors of
the 95-year-
old associa-
tion. Bieberich is President of Fort
Wayne Wire Die, Inc., Fort Wayne, IN,
USA, a position he has held since 2013.
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He has 24 years of experience in the wire
industry.
A WAI member since 2001, Bieb-
erich joined the Board of Directors in
2016 and the Executive Committee in
2021. He was the Co-Chair of WAI’s
2024 Conference Programming Com-
mittee, and he was Executive Committee
Liaison to both the Memorial Awards
and Oversight Committees. He holds a
BS degree in Materials Science Engi-
neering, and an M.S. degree in Metal-
lurgical Engineering, both from Purdue
University as well as an MBA degree
from the University of Michigan.
Commenting on this new appoint-
ment, Bieberich said, “I am eager to
champion the association’s vision to
be the most valued, critical resource
for the global wire and cable industry.
The Phase One launch of the Education
Center is especially exciting, showcas-
ing the dedication and hard work of
the association’s volunteers and staff in
creating a cutting-edge training resource
for the next generation.”
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HVDC’17, all dedicated to high-voltage
direct current transmission systems for
which insulated power cables are a key
component. The upcoming 2025 edi-
tion will include conferences, tutorials,
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young researchers. Main topics include
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developments within the HVDC cable
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also play signifi cant role in the broader global industry.
The research trip provided an in-depth understanding
of these companies’ business strategies and market
outlooks, while also facilitating technical discussions on
emerging trends in optical fi ber and cable manufacturing
technologies. Key topics of focus included innovations in
fi ber types, such as skinny fi bers (with smaller diameters
than traditional 250 µm fi bers), few-core fi bers, multi-
core fi bers, hollow-core fi bers and the growing use of
other single-mode fi ber types like G.654.E as well as the
usage of multi-mode fi bers in emerging technologies,
such as datacenter for AI applications.
China’s Optical Fiber
Cable Industry Confronts
Market Saturation
CRU’s Wire and Cable team recently conducted a
comprehensive primary research trip to China, visiting
key Tier 1 and Tier 2 producers of glass preform, opti-
cal fi ber and cables, and related raw materials in the
country. This research trip involved visits to nine cities,
where CRU analysts met with the leadership teams and
toured the production facilities of ten major players in
China’s optical fi ber and cable industry, namely Hongan
in Weihai, Tayho in Yantai, YOFC and FibreHome in
Wuhan, Putian (Potel) in Nanchang, Hengtong and
Yongding (Etern) in Suzhou, ZTT and Tongguang in
Nantong and Twentsche Fibre Optics (TFO) in Nanjing.
The primary objective of this research was to gauge busi-
ness operations, production capabilities and capacities
for glass preform, optical fi ber and fi ber optic cables,
exchange views on the market dynamics and evaluate
strategic outlook of these companies, particularly in the
context of the current challenges that the global optical
fi ber and cable market faces.
China remains the largest producer and consumer of
optical fi ber cables, commanding 54% of global produc-
tion and nearly 48% of global consumption as of 2023.
The companies visited during the primary research trip
collectively account for approximately 80% of China’s
total optical fi ber cable output and almost 48% of the
world’s production. Hence, the research visit to these key
Chinese producers was of utmost importance, as they
are not only infl uential players in the domestic market but
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Continued...
Vishnu Patidar
Senior Analyst
Wire & Cable, CRU
Vishnu.Patidar@crugroup.com
www.crugroup.com
Egest Balla
Research Analyst
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Servicing the wire &
cable industry for
over 70 years.
Continued...
In addition to these technical discussions, CRU analysts
had the opportunity to see some of the most advanced
production facilities in the world. These included state-
of-the-art glass preform production, utilizing all three
mainstream technologies, namely PCVD, VAD and
OVD, as well as optical fi ber drawing and cable manu-
facturing processes. Many of these operations are highly
digitalized and automated.
Reduced Demand in Telco Tenders
Signals Challenges Ahead
As the world’s biggest market, China plays a crucial
role with its market dynamics exerting a direct infl u-
ence on the global optical fi ber and cable industry, as
well as international trade. Insights gathered from the
companies visited during the research trip indicate a
growing consensus that China may face challenges
in sustaining its elevated optical cable demand levels,
which accounted for 48% of global demand in 2023, as
the market nears saturation.
The current tenders from major Chinese telecom carri-
ers, China Mobile and China Telecom, have been ex-
ecuted at a relatively slow pace, despite some recovery
of execution rates between July and September 2024.
CRU expects China Mobile’s next main optical cable
tender will be around 80–85M F-km, compared with the
2023/2024 tender of 108.2M F-km and the 2021/2022
tender of 143.2M F-km. As a result, with local demand
waning – given that an extensive nation-wide optical
fi ber network has already been deployed in China – the
industry is actively searching for new demand drivers.
While the short-term outlook for the optical fi ber and
cable market in China appears bleak (with optical fi ber
cable demand contraction of 9.7% y/y in 2023 and a
forecasted additional decline of 6.8% y/y in 2024), the
industry is exploring emerging opportunities. Specifi cally,
there is growing interest in the G.654.E fi ber type, which
is anticipated to play a key role in backbone network
upgrades and replacements, as well as data center
interconnect applications.
This month, China Railway Telecommunications
announced the long-awaited G.654.E optical cable
tender award, with an estimated volume of 2.4M F-km.
It is believed that Huawei is the main customer behind
the deal to interconnect some of their datacenters. The
adoption of G.654.E is expected to continue gaining
momentum in China.
G.654.E is not completely new, but this is a new kind
of cut-off wavelength shift single-mode optical fi ber de-
signed with ultra-low-loss and large-eff ective-area fea-
tures which can off er improved long-haul transmission
performance for 100 G, 200 G, 400G and higher speed
networks compared to the conventional G.652.D fi ber.
Chinese producers claim G.654.E off ers signifi cant cost
reductions on long-distance connections, as this fi ber
enables high-capacity, long-distance data transmission
without the frequent need for repeaters or amplifi ers,
reducing overall network costs.
In the longer term, market feedback indicates that
the use of G.654.E fi ber is expected to become more
widespread once China’s aging backbone optical fi ber
cable infrastructure (installed in the 1990s) is eventually
replaced and upgraded.
However, even with the expected rise in G.654.E adop-
tion and all other cloud datacenter related optical fi ber
cable demand, the mid-term projections suggest these
areas will only account for a modest 4% of China’s total
optical fi ber cable demand by 2029. CRU believes this
is unlikely to be suffi cient to counterbalance the overall
downturn in the Chinese market.
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Wire & Cable Economics...Continued
For an in-depth analysis and full mid-term projections of
China’s optical fi ber cable demand, please refer to our
latest Optical Fibre and Cable Market Outlook Report.
Trade Barriers Hinder Cable Exports,
Fiber Prices See Decline
Beyond domestic challenges, Chinese producers are
also grappling with several challenges of their interna-
tional business. The exports of Chinese optical fi ber
cables in value have declined for two consecutive years,
mainly due to weaker demand in certain key export mar-
kets and the rise of protectionist measures worldwide.
In EU and the UK, Chinese optical fi ber cable imports
face anti-dumping duties as high as 88%. Since last year,
Chinese producers have been subject to anti-dumping
duties on optical fi ber exports to India. In addition, this
year’s developments have seen Chinese optical fi ber
and cables subjected to a temporary 35% import tariff
in Brazil, and Chinese optical cables subjected to a 35%
customs import duty in Mexico. These measures clearly
aff ect Chinese exports’ competitiveness in these ter-
ritories, especially for those producers that do not have
oversea manufacturing facilities.
Due to the recent slowdown in both domestic and over-
sea business for optical cables, China is currently facing
a signifi cant overcapacity situation, putting considerable
downward pressure on optical fi ber prices. According
to CRU’s fi ber pricing assessment, the spot prices for
Chinese G.652.D bare fi ber are currently in the range
of RMB16–17/F-km (approximately US$2.33/F-km),
excluding VAT. However, during our primary research
visits to some Tier 2 optical fi ber producers, we learned
that spot prices have fallen to below RMB15/F-km in
certain special circumstances. It is important to note
that these prices only refl ect the spot market for bare
fi ber, not the contractual prices applied in long-term
tenders for China’s major carriers. For a more detailed
understanding of the global pricing trends and factors
infl uencing the optical fi ber prices, please refer to our
Optical Fibre and Cable Monitor.
Since these reduced prices are not commercially
sustainable, some Tier 2 producers have ceased fi ber
drawing operations at their production facilities and are
instead purchasing cheaper optical fi ber from the open
market for optical cable production. Despite low prices
and excess capacity in China, we have not observed
any acceleration in consolidation within the industry. It
appears some Tier 2 producers are still betting on future
supply opportunities, maintaining equipment to resume
fi ber and cable production in hopes of eventual market
improvement, despite CRU’s expressed doubts. This
situation is also tied to the eligibility criteria for main
carrier tenders such as China Mobile. To minimize risks
and ensure a reliable supply chain, China Mobile prefers
to award contracts to producers with integrated facilities
capable of producing glass preforms, fi ber drawing and
cable manufacturing at a relatively large scale.
A positive development for Chinese fi ber producers,
thanks to such competitive prices, is the notable increase
in optical fi ber exports. This has resulted in a signifi cant
18.7% YTD growth in export volume until September.
Market insights gathered by CRU indicate that major
Chinese players remain very determined to achieve
higher oversea market penetration. By off ering highly
competitive prices, they aim to enter new markets and
progressively capitalise on available global opportunities.
It is important to highlight that, in response to protec-
tionist measures and as part of their global expansion
strategies, several large Chinese optical fi ber and cable
producers have established or expanded their overseas
production facilities. A large portion of the optical fi ber
used in these international facilities is mostly sourced
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from China, where it is then used to manufacture optical
ber cables. At present, Chinese producers like Heng-
tong have ber optic production units in India, Indonesia,
Egypt, South Africa, Spain, Germany, Mexico and Bra-
zil. YOFC operates in Indonesia, Poland, South Africa,
Mexico, Brazil and Myanmar, while ZTT has a presence
in India, Indonesia, Morocco and Brazil. Meanwhile, Fibre-
Home is planning new production bases in Thailand and
Hungary in addition to its established facility in Ecuador;
and Futong has a ber and cable plant in Thailand. Lastly,
Yongding (Etern) is in the process of setting up an optical
ber cable manufacturing plant in Mexico.
Having a Diversied Business Helps
Companies Withstand Tough Times
Some Tier 2 producers, who primarily operate from their
Chinese bases, are increasingly focusing on expanding
their international business in response to sluggish do-
mestic demand. Producers like Hongan have indicated
that their competitive pricing and lower operating costs
have enabled them to perform relatively well, with ex-
ports currently accounting for nearly 10% of their total
business revenue. They now aim to increase this share
to 20% within the next couple of years. During these
challenging times, when many other producers are op-
erating at low utilization rates of just 40–50%, Hongan
has maintained close to 80% utilization rate in their
operations this YTD. This robust performance is also
attributed to their success in securing supply contracts
with all three major Chinese carriers, namely China
Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom.
Another key factor helping Chinese producers to weather
the current market diculties in the optical ber and ca-
ble industry is the diversication of their business opera-
tions. Very few companies focus exclusively on preform,
optical ber and cable production. Most are involved
in a range of other sectors, including the production of
metallic wire and cables, automotive harnesses, net-
working and telecommunications equipment, semicon-
ductors and end-to-end IP infrastructure solutions. This
diversication has allowed producers to mitigate risks
and show resilience amid ongoing market challenges.
New Supply Opportunities Loom,
But With Reduced Quantities
CRU learned that both China Unicom and China Mobile
are preparing for their next major tenders. China Unicom,
which reverted to an ad-hoc procurement strategy fol-
lowing its 2022 tender, is expected to announce a new
one by the end of this year or early next year, likely in the
range of 50–55M F-km, including various optical cable
types lasting for two years. China Mobile is expected
to release its next tender in 2025 Q1. However, market
participants indicate its next tender will likely reduce to
around 80–85M F-km, compared with the 2023/2024
tender of 108.2M F-km and the 2021/2022 tender of
143.2M F-km.
The Bottom Line
From a ve-year mid-term perspective, CRU forecasts
that demand for optical ber cable in China – the world’s
largest market – will gradually contract at a modest
pace due to market saturation. Despite this, China will
still hold a signicant share of global demand, and any
contraction in its market will inevitably impact the global
optical ber cable industry, as it is dicult to replace the
volume of demand generated by China.
However, in the longer term beyond 2030, demand for
optical ber cable in China is expected to grow again,
driven not only by the need to modernize aging infra-
structure – which currently represents approximately
only 10% of the total optical ber cable demand annually
– but also by advancements in emerging technologies.
The future rollout of 6G networks, the growing demand
for datacenters and Fiber to the Room (FTTR) solutions,
and the advancements in autonomous (self-driving)
vehicle development which require optical ber for
enabling the high-speed data transmission for vehicle-
to-infrastructure (V2I) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V)
communication are all expected to increase the future
optical ber cable requirements in the country.
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CRU provides market analysis and forecasts on the related
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we provide market analysis for wire and cable and bre optic
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sumption and price of all major products. We also examine
key end-uses in depth: high-voltage and extra high-voltage;
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Continuus-Properzi
Signs Partnership
Agreement with Nexans
Continuus-Properzi S.p.A., Mila-
no, Italy, a leading company in continu-
ous casting and rening technologies for
nonferrous metals, and Nexans, Paris,
France, recognized for its innovation in
electrication worldwide, announced a
strategic industrial partnership agree-
ment for a turnkey project aimed at
recycling up to 80,000 metric tons
of copper per year, in addition to the
production of 160,000 metric tons of
ETP (Electrolytic Tough Pitch) rod per
year. This important step builds on the
operational experience of Nexans’ Lens
Industrial Center site, established in
1971, and the decades of technological
expertise of Continuus-Properzi, the
“world’s leading supplier of complete
ETP and FRHC (Fire Refined High
Conductivity) wire rod plants.” The
goal of the partnership is to produce
wire rod from recycled copper through
a state-of-the-art rening system that
processes up to 100% of copper scrap,
optimizing water and energy consump-
tion. The new plant, which will be based
in Lens, France, will be operational in
2026, and the investment for Nexans is
more than €90 million.
Giulio Properzi, President of Con-
tinuus-Properzi, says, “I feel extremely
proud to have signed this strategic
agreement with Nexans, a highly presti-
gious name in cable manufacturing. Our
collaboration is based on the recycling
of copper scrap, a subject we have been
working on for many years, dating back
to the pioneering days when my father
rst developed the technology for the
continuous casting of copper rod. In
compliance with the exacting require-
ments of Nexans engineering and the
Lens site in particular, we have cong-
ured an installation that will meet the
highest standards in years to come in
terms of industrial performance, energy
savings and environmental footprint. It
gives me immense satisfaction to wit-
ness the beginnings of such a fundamen-
tal project. For me, it is the crowning
achievement of a personal journey that
began over fty years ago and whose
purpose has always been to improve the
technology used in wire rod production,
this being the rst step in the industrial
value chain of all power cables.”
Christopher Guérin, CEO of Nex-
ans adds, “Recycling preserves bio-
diversity. By choosing to increase its
recycling capacity, Nexans is proving
that it is possible to reconcile industrial
performance with the preservation of
biodiversity. Through this investment
in its historic Lens plant, Nexans is
ensuring its strategic independence
and staying ahead of the raw materials
crisis, serving its customers and part-
ners. By supporting employment and
investment at our metallurgical site,
we are also proving that an innovative
industry can be a local industry. I am
particularly proud of this partnership,
which strengthens our supply chain
and enables us to better anticipate a
fundamental trend for the Group and
our customers, where today’s waste
will become tomorrow’s growth.”
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Rainbow Appoints
Jonathan Rufe as North
American Sales Manager
Rainbow Rubber & Belts, Reading,
PA, USA, has announced the promotion
of Jonathan Rufe to North American
Sales Manager, effective January 1,
2025. Jonathan has been a key contribu-
tor to Rainbow since 2014, initially tak-
corporate News
ing charge of sales in the New England
and Canadian markets. His eorts in
these territories have been instrumental
in driving substantial growth for the
company over the years.
Jonathan’s dedication and versatility
have seen him take on multiple roles
within Rainbow. Beyond his core sales
responsibilities, he has played pivotal
roles in marketing, trade show produc-
tion and new product development. Re-
cently, Jonathan expanded his impact by
hiring and managing agents in Canada
and Mexico, further strengthening Rain-
bow’s presence across North America
while maintaining his own territory and
acting as a Product Specialist.
Adding to his impressive creden-
tials, Jonathan recently earned an MBA
from Lehigh University, positioning
him well for this new leadership role.
Rainbow is excited to support Jonathan
as he takes on this next chapter, bring-
ing fresh perspectives and a strategic
vision to the North American market.
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New COO at BUSS
At the end of 2024, there was a
change in the management of the BUSS
Group in Pratteln, Switzerland. On
November 1, 2024, Holger Erhardt
took over as Chief Operational Ocer
(COO) from Marko Stähler, who
retired after around 30 years with the
company. During this time, Marko
Stähler has played a key role in shaping
the development of the world's leading
supplier of compounding solutions
based on the kneader principle in vari-
ous management roles.
As the new COO, Holger Erhardt
will be able to draw on his many years
of experience, including as COO and
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“I am delighted to take on the role of
COO at BUSS AG. BUSS stands for in-
novation and excellence in the industry.
I am excited by the opportunity to work
in an environment that continuously sets
new standards and drives technological
progress. I see it as my task not only
to optimize existing processes but also
to develop new, creative solutions that
further strengthen the company's growth
and competitiveness. In doing so, I am
always aware of the responsibility that
BUSS has to its employees, the industry
and society, and in my new position I
want to help ensure that our strategies
and actions have a positive impact,”
says Holger Ehrhard, describing his
motivation and anticipation of the new
position at BUSS.
BUSS CEO, Dr. Philip Nising is also
pleased about the new addition to the
company’s top management, “A gen-
erational change is a major challenge for
every company, but it is also an opportu-
nity. With Marko Stähler, we are saying
goodbye to a very experienced COO who
has had a strong inuence on the com-
pany and in particular on the COMPEO
series in recent years. Fortunately, we
were able to nd an extremely promising
successor in Holger Erhard at an early
stage. He brings with him more than 10
years of management experience, includ-
ing as COO and CTO at major Swiss and
multinational engineering companies, as
well as in-depth expertise in topics that
will be immensely important for BUSS
in the coming months and years. All of
us at BUSS are great technology enthu-
32 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
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siasts. Someone like Holger Erhard, who
approaches his work with passion and
a solution-oriented, straightforward at-
titude, is a perfect t for us. I am excited
about the momentum he will bring to
BUSS and the new directions we will
take together. I look forward to working
with him.”
BUSS is an international market
leader in compounding systems for de-
manding applications. As the originator
of co-kneader technology, BUSS can
oer unique compounding solutions that
set the standard for heat or shear critical
applications. www.busscorp.com
Wuxi Huacheng Cable
Uses SIKORA
Measurement Product
SIKORA, Bremen, Germany, has an-
nounced that Wuxi Huacheng Cable
Co., Ltd., based in Jiangyin City, China,
a specialist in manufacturing special high
temperature resistant cables, relies on
it’s X-RAY 6000 PRO to ensure optimal
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Director, Development Manager, Proj-
ect Manager and Oce Administrator
earlier this year.
Frederik Becker has been appointed
as Regional Sales Manager and will be
responsible for new business sales of
CableBuilder and CableMES across
EMEA. Becker is no stranger to the
wire and cable industry, having worked
previously at managerial level at the
highly-regarded measurement instru-
ment manufacturers, Sikora and Beta
LaserMike (NDC Technologies).
Becker commented, “I wanted to
join the Cimteq team as its growth plans
are made all the more robust through
its systematic commitment to product
development. While there are very
many happy Cimteq customers across
my EMEA area of responsibility, I look
forward to convincing the remaining
few of the merits in joining this ourish-
ing community.”
Pippa Bindin also joins as Cimteq’s
new Marketing Assistant and will sup-
port the development of marketing cam-
paigns and strategies. Having recently
graduated from Leeds Beckett Uni-
versity with a degree in International
Tourism Management, Bindin seeks to
put her interest in a global audience to
good use by bolstering Cimteq’s pres-
ence on the world stage through plan-
ning exhibitions and social media and
website content.
According to Bindin, “I can’t pro-
fess to knowing my coaxials from my
fiber-optics or indeed anything else
about the cable industry! But I’m very
excited to learn. I’ve just returned from
my internship in Palm Beach, FL,
USA. What made that experience most
stimulating also applies to Cimteq—the
opportunity to build on a common aim
with colleagues and clients of dierent
nationalities.” www.cimteq.com
Combined Test Solutions
(CTS) Opens Demo Room
UK-based Combined Test Solutions
(CTS) has recently opened the doors to
its new demo and training area. Stocked
with equipment for live demonstrations,
the demo room will also aid in the con-
tinuous training of CTS engineers and
customers on the latest cable testing
technology and how to improve e-
ciency and reduce errors.
The new demo room in the CTS
facility in Bedfordshire comprises the
full suite of cable and wire harness test
systems from Cirris as well as high-
voltage testers from the adaptronic
range. There are several interfacing and
xturing solutions on oer. Available for
evaluation are “Intelligent adapters” that
can be uniquely recognized by the test
system and can facilitate random con-
processes and the highest product quality.
Since 2018, Huacheng Cable has used
seven sets of SIKORA X-ray technology
for quality control in seven new energy
cable extrusion production lines that ef-
fectively leads to perfect monitoring and
controlling of parameters of cable during
the production.
Quality and performance requirements
for new energy cable are extremely high.
All parameters, such as diameter, wall
thickness and eccentricity must comply
with specifi cations. Several measuring
methods for quality control are available
on the market. Due to its functionality,
however, SIKORA X-ray technology
has proven itself as a leading method for
measuring new energy cable.
“With the X-RAY 6000 PRO we can use
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34 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
the full potential for process optimiza-
tion and to deliver the highest product
quality to our customers,” says Haihua
Min, the General Manager at Huacheng
Cable. Directly integrated in the extru-
sion line the system allows to constantly
monitor the wall thickness of up to three
material layers and to reduce it to the
minimum tolerance value. Safety mar-
gins can be successively reduced and the
automatic control keeps the dimensions
within the specifi cation.
Quality control in combination with
material savings leads to a signifi cant
increase in productivity. In addition,
by providing highest product qual-
ity, customer demands can be fulfi lled,
and customer satisfaction is achieved.
www.sikora.net
Orbia Alphagary
Expands in Mexico
Orbia Advance Corporation S.A.B.
de C.V. announced that its Polymer
Wuxi Huacheng Cable uses
SIKORA’s X-RAY 6000 PRO for
measuring and control during new
energy cable production.
The production data is clearly displayed
at the vertical, 22" wide-screen monitor
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ahead of market trends and continuously
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The new production line will feature
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Solutions’ business group Alphagary,
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expansion of its manufacturing facility
in Altamira, Mexico. The company is
installing a new production line de-
signed to process materials with FDA-
sanctioned ingredients, catering to
applications in healthcare, food contact
and skin contact industries. This expan-
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to better serve our customers and respond
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UL Solutions Expands
Laboratory in Mexico
UL Solutions Inc., Northbrook, IL,
USA, a global leader in applied safety
science, has expanded its Mexico labo-
ratory capacity and capabilities to meet
the growing demand of manufacturers
in Latin America for product safety and
performance testing. The expansion of
UL Solutions’ laboratory in Mexico
adds testing capabilities for consumer
technology, automotive, and wire and
cable products, broadening testing ser-
vices for exports to the USA, Canada
and throughout Latin America, while
meeting local market needs. This also
resulted in the facility becoming a Volk-
swagen de Mexico partner laboratory.
“Mexico is a signifi cant manufactur-
ing hub, a key USA trading partner and
a dynamic Latin American economy,”
said Todd Denison, Senior Vice Presi-
dent of Global Regions at UL Solutions.
“Expanding our capabilities in Mexico
strengthens our ability to off er custom-
ers the science-based services they need
to meet safety and performance testing
and certifi cation requirements, whether
for local or export markets.”
The UL state-of-the-art testing labora-
tory originally opened in May 2022. The
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38 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
facility was developed to help streamline
the product certifi cation process for im-
porters and exporters in Mexico. Located
in Querétaro, Mexico, about 135 miles
(220 km) northwest of Mexico City, the
facility is in a thriving industrial region
with a strong manufacturing base, skilled
workforce and signifi cant automotive
industry presence. The facility is one
of Mexico’s few multinational testing
laboratories. The services off ered support
local businesses in bringing safer, com-
pliant products to Mexico and throughout
North and South America.
As a result of the expansion, the
Querétaro facility has achieved certifi ca-
tion as an external laboratory partner by
Volkswagen de Mexico, for testing au-
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Mexico is the world’s seventh-largest
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88% of vehicles made in Mexico are
exported, with 76% destined for the
USA. Mexico is also the world’s fth-
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and assemblers of buses, trucks, tractor
trucks and engines.
“Mexico is one of the world’s most
important automotive markets,” said Ro-
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continue to invest in talent, expertise and
customized equipment to provide world-
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Latest Nieho Magazine
Maschinenfabrik Nieho GmbH
& Co. KG, Schwabach, Germany, the
international manufacturer of machin-
ery for the wire and cable industry,
has published a new issue of its cus-
tomer magazine NIEHOFF Magazine.
It focuses on India, currently the most
dynamic market for the wire and cable
industry, and the wire India 2024 trade
fair, where Nieho and its Indian sub-
sidiary Nieho of India (NoI) displayed
an MMH 121 + RM 201 type multiwire
drawing line. The magazine provides its
readers with detailed information about
the special features of the line and the as-
40 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
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sociated benets customers can expect.
The issue also contains an introduc-
tion to Nieho’s Indian subsidiary NoI,
which operates a modern factory near
Hyderabad, India. NoI manufactures
various types of wire and cable ma-
chines under Nieho licenses for the
Indian and the surrounding markets, as
well as for Africa and the Middle East.
NoI is additionally responsible for the
complete after-sales service including
technical support along with the reliable
supply of its customers with “Nieho
Original+” parts.
While Nieho has been active since
the 1980s, for many years Nieho and
NoI have been working closely and
trustingly with a large number of wire
and cable manufacturers in India and
beyond, among them the biggest groups.
One of them is APAR Industries
Limited, headquartered in Mumbai,
India. The company, introduced to the
readers of the magazine in a portrait,
is a leading manufacturer and supplier
of conductors, cable solutions, telecom
innovations and other important goods.
Another wire and cable company
using Nieho technology is KEI Indus-
tries, which manufactures copper power,
data, instrumentation and control cables.
Speaking in an interview, Anil Gupta,
Chairman and Managing Director of KEI
Industries, talks about the reasons for the
company’s success and its future projects,
along with other topics.
In the magazine’s news section, the
reader learns that after 50 years of co-
operation, cable manufacturer Nexans is
once again placing its trust in Nieho in
terms of supplying pioneering machines.
The two companies have eld-tested the
rst next generation rod breakdown line
together. The line enables an optimized
production speed, resulting in lower
energy consumption and reduced CO2
emissions, and was put into operation
in the Nexans factory of Lens, France.
In addition, Nieho announced the
expansion of its German facilities in
Schwabach and at Leuterschach, in-
cluding new production halls. The total
investment is 15.5 million euros.
NIEHOFF Magazine is published
two or three times a year and is available
online on the Nieho website.
www.nieho.de
Landgraf Cold Finishing
Selects Morgan-Koch
as North America Rep
Morgan-Koch Corporation,
Worcester, MA, USA, announced that
Landgraf Cold Finishing, Legnano
(MI), Italy has selected Morgan-Koch
to represent Landgraf in North America.
Landgraf Cold Finishing is a worldwide
leader in the production of peeling ma-
chines, two-roll straightening machines,
centerless grinding machines, chamfer-
ing/sawing Machines and complete
finishing lines. Albert Kozlowski,
Morgan-Koch Vice President/GM, says,
“We welcome Landgraf Cold Finishing
into our group of high-quality suppliers
to the bar and wire industry. For more in-
42 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
formation on Landgraf equipment please
feel free to contact us at any time.”
www.landgraf.it, www.morgan-koch.com
Dow Appoints Karen
Carter as COO
Dow, Midland, MI, USA, appointed
Karen S. Carter, formerly President
of Dow Packaging & Specialty Plas-
tics, to the role of Chief Operating
Ocer (COO), eective in December
2024. Carter is responsible for driving
business and operational performance
across the organization with a focus on
strengthening customer engagement and
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relationships, accelerating the commer-
cialization of Dow’s innovation pipeline
and enhancing the company’s reliabil-
ity and service to customers. She has
strategic oversight of Dow’s business
operating segments – Packaging & Spe-
cialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates
& Infrastructure, and Performance Ma-
terials & Coatings. In addition, Dow’s
Integrated Supply Chain, Purchasing,
Information Systems and Commercial
organizations will align to Carter. She
reports to Dow Chair and Chief Execu-
tive Offi cer Jim Fitterling and will join
the Company’s Executive Committee.
“Karen is a proven leader with more
than three decades of experience at Dow
delivering strong business results,” said
Fitterling. “She has an excellent track
record of operating discipline, maintain-
ing close relationships with key partners
and customers, and driving innovation
across the organization. She has success-
fully led our largest business and played
critical leadership roles in other essential
business and functional teams within
Dow, always with a focus on developing
and maintaining high-performing teams.
As COO, she will work closely with me
and our executive team to drive growth
and value creation across our operating
segments, while continuing to provide
innovative and sustainable solutions for
our customers.”
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held a broad progression of leadership
positions with Dow, including business
operations, sales and marketing and
human resources. Her career features
international experience and extensive
global business leadership positions
within Building and Construction, Poly-
ethylene, Engineering Thermoplastics,
Fabricated Products and Information
Technology Equipment and Consumer
Electronics. Carter is on the board of
directors for Southwire, a leading
manufacturer of wire and cable used
in the transmission and distribution of
electricity. www.dow.com
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REELEX Delivers
New Cable System &
Celebrates 65 Years
REELEX Packaging Solutions,
Patterson, NY, USA, a leading innovator
in sustainable wire and cable packaging
technology, announced the delivery
of its fi rst S320e machine model and
Payoff-Dancer (POD) system to a
global wire and cable manufacturer.
This milestone marks a new era in cable
packaging, providing a cutting-edge
solution designed to enhance productiv-
ity, reduce environmental impact and
improve user experience and safety for
cable manufacturers and distributors.
“Introducing the first REELEX
S320e and POD system to our custom-
ers is an important milestone,” said
David Gerhart, CEO of REELEX.
“This launch represents the culmination
of years of development and customer
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the POD system, the REELEX S320e
allows for unprecedented flexibility
in production, eciently automating
the packaging process to meet various
customer requirements. This combina-
tion of advanced technology and ease
of use makes the REELEX S320e an
essential asset for companies looking
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With a smaller footprint, faster cycle
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the REELEX S320e model addresses the
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industry’s growing demand for sustain-
able and reliable packaging solutions.
Unlike traditional coil packaging meth-
ods, the REELEX S320e with POD not
only minimizes the use of materials, but
also improves package consistency and
durability, reducing damage and waste
throughout the supply chain.
“Cable manufacturers have been
asking for a cost-eective solution that
combines exibility with reliability, and
the REELEX S320e and POD system
is clearly a winning combination,” said
Gerhart. “This advanced technology
is giving customers improvements in
production eciency by having options
to run REELEX coiling and spools with
innite variations in packaging options.
This provides one machine that allows
for a growing packaging portfolio so
that customers can switch out to spool-
ing without changing out equipment.”
The S320e leverages REELEX’s lat-
est advancements in software and hard-
ware, featuring an intuitive interface that
enables operators to program and adjust
settings easily. It includes a simple step-
by-step setup process to each product
changeover. The machine’s enhanced
automation and real-time monitoring
capabilities ensure that each package
meets precise specications, resulting
in fewer errors and less rework.
In addition, REELEX is celebrating
65 years of innovation that helps cable
and wire manufacturers develop and
implement custom winding machinery
to support manufacturing applications.
REELEX has become the standard
packaging system for “last-mile” lengths
of wires and cables. Today, REELEX
operations are based in Patterson in a
55,000 ft2 secure, advanced manufac-
turing facility used to design, develop,
and build custom REELEX coiling
machines. REELEX has employed hun-
dreds in the local community through
the years, often promoting people who
have started as entry-level, hourly
employees to salaried professionals.
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VP of PVC Procurement & Sales, will
continue with the business and are ex-
cited about future growth opportunities
with Aurora.
“The Lastique acquisition creates an
even stronger combined company with
increased opportunities for our employ-
ees while providing additional service
and product oerings for our customers.
We welcome Lastique to the Aurora
family and look forward to growing
together,” says Darrell Hughes, CEO
of Aurora Material Solutions.
Established in 1983 by Bob Ma-
nouchehri, Lastique has become a lead-
ing supplier and recycler of a wide vari-
ety of prime, generic-prime, wide-spec,
reground, pulverized and reprocessed
grades of thermoplastic resins and
compounds. Lastique specializes in rigid
PVC, polypropylene and polyethylene.
“Aurora and Lastique have closely
aligned company cultures, with a
strong commitment to customers and
employees,” says Lastique founder Bob
Manouchehri. “Aurora’s track record of
accomplishments will ensure ongoing
success with sustainable product in-
novation, strong customer service, and
leading product quality.”
www.auroramaterialsolutions.com
www.lastique.com
New LEIBINGER
Application Center
At its Application Center opened in
2024, LEIBINGER, Tuttlingen, Ger-
many, is oering printing samples within
three working days as a free service.
State-of-the-art technical equipment and
advanced resources enable exceptionally
realistic sampling. Customers benefit
from a comprehensive package of tai-
lored printing technology and ideally
matched ink for their specic application.
The LEIBINGER Application Center
creates print samples in line with spe-
cic customer requirements. In other
words, companies from all sectors can
now send in samples of their products,
which are rst analyzed and then printed
and tested with dierent inks. The sam-
ples provide a perfect decision-making
tool for the right coding and marking
solution, which customers can use to
48 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
REELEX has plans to develop an ad-
ditional 9000 ft2 of additional advanced
manufacturing space.
“REELEX has become the de facto
standard packaging system for the
world’s most prominent cable manu-
facturers,” said David Gerhart, CEO
of REELEX. “Our unique twist-free,
tangle-free coiling system is a key to
our success. Other factors include our
license model, collaborative design
approach, high-touch customer ser-
vice, and commitment to security and
sustainability. Equally important is the
community in and around Patterson, NY,
USA, and the dedicated employees who
have made REELEX what it is today.”
www.reelex.com
Aurora Material
Solutions Acquires
Lastique International
Aurora Material Solutions, Streets-
boro, OH, USA, a leading manufacturer
of polymer compounds, announced the
successful acquisition of Lastique In-
ternational Corporation, Louisville,
KY, USA, a strategic move that marks
a signicant milestone in enhancing the
company’s sustainable solutions for its
customers. This acquisition marks the
seventh transaction by Aurora since
2017. Lastique will be part of Aurora’s
Sustainable Product Solutions platform.
Aurora will now employ close to 500
people across nine sites throughout
North America.
The acquisition of Lastique Inter-
national brings signicant commercial
synergies. As one of North America’s
largest recyclers of rigid PVC, Lastique
enables Aurora to oer both “closed
loop” and “open loop” solutions to exist-
ing and new customers. These synergies
include bundled oerings of virgin and
recycled compounds, as well as the abil-
ity to buy and source customers’ scrap
and sell compounds with or without
recycled content.
Lastique will operate as a standalone
business segment within Aurora under
the umbrella of “Sustainable Product
Solutions.” All key management at
Lastique, including Bob Manouchehri,
President, and Bruce Manouchehri,
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get started as quickly as possible. To this
end, the Application Center team is in
close contact with customers throughout
the entire sample printing process.
“Every material has dierent proper-
ties, and every ink behaves dierently
on them. This is why it is essential to test
ink on the specic materials so that cus-
tomers can assess the results for them-
selves,” explains Dr. Bastian Klose,
Head of the LEIBINGER Application
Center. Since July 2024, the former
sample printing facility has been located
in new premises with more space and
advanced, state-of-the-art equipment.
“We decided on the term Application
Center because we have created many
new possibilities here to produce the
best prototypes for our customers in a
way that replicates real-life processes,”
explains Klose.
The Application Center offers an
exhaustive portfolio of services: Cus-
tomers receive their printed samples
back within three days – entirely free
of charge. To make this happen, the
Center uses a eet of some 70 printers.
Using IR spectroscopy, LEIBINGER
The Application Center, which opened
in July 2024, oers plenty of space and
state-of-the-art equipment, e.g. for IR
spectroscopy. Source: Paul LEIBINGER
GmbH & Co. KG
“We provide you with a printing
solution that is perfectly customized for
your specic application”: Dr. Bastian
Klose heads up the LEIBINGER Appli-
cation Center in Tuttlingen, Germany.
Source: Paul LEIBINGER GmbH &
Co. KG
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CORPORATE NEWS
can precisely determine the material
class of the product to be sampled. With
a little skill and expertise, additives in
the material can even be identifi ed in
some cases. This is essential for select-
ing the ideal ink for the material, as the
specifi c properties of the ink and mate-
rial infl uence each other. If needed, the
materials can be pre-treated directly at
the Application Center – using processes
such as Corona or Plasma – to modify
the surface properties of the materials
and optimize ink adhesion.
The LEIBINGER ink portfolio
includes some 70 inks. They are de-
veloped in the company’s cutting-edge
ink laboratory, which has had its own
building since 2022. “Our ink laboratory
is the birthplace of LEIBINGER inks,”
says Klose. “This is where we develop
customized solutions for diff erent mar-
kets, ranging from the food industry to
fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)
and even cable production.”
www.leibinger-group.com
FOERSTER Establishes
Subsidiary in Turkey
FOERSTER, Reutlingen, Germany,
a global leader in non-destructive test-
ing (NDT) technologies, established its
17th subsidiary, FOERSTER Turkey, in
Istanbul, Turkey at the end of 2024. This
expansion marks a signifi cant milestone
in FOERSTER’s ongoing strategy to en-
hance customer support and strengthen
its presence in key markets worldwide.
For many years, FOERSTER has
served its Turkish customers through
a distributor. However, recognizing
the growing importance of Turkey’s
strategic industries, including oil and
gas, steel, metalworking, automotive,
aerospace and defense, FOERSTER is
investing in a local subsidiary to better
serve these sectors. The new FOER-
STER Turkey office, located on the
Asian side of Istanbul, will provide more
direct access to FOERSTER’s advanced
solutions and services for the region.
“At FOERSTER, we are committed
to continually improving our global
presence to better meet the needs of
our customers,” said Thomas Hahn,
Head of Global Marketing, Sales and
Services at FOERSTER. “By estab-
lishing a local subsidiary in Turkey, we
aim to strengthen our relationships in
this important market and deliver the
high-quality service that FOERSTER is
known for, with greater responsiveness
and effi ciency.”
FOERSTER is also pleased to in-
troduce Yücel Fevzioglu as Managing
Director of FOERSTER Turkey. With
extensive experience in the Turkish
NDT market, Fevzioglu brings a wealth
of expertise and leadership that will be
instrumental in guiding FOERSTER
Turkey’s operations and ensuring that
customers receive the highest standard
of service.
FOERSTER Turkey will offer a
full range of services, including instal-
lation, commissioning, training and
ongoing service and maintenance.
www.foerstergroup.com
SIKORA Recognized as
World Market Leader
In 2025, SIKORA AG from Bre-
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adhesion – this is how LEIBINGER
supports industrial processes. Source:
Paul LEIBINGER GmbH & Co. KG
From left: Thomas Hahn, Head of
Global Marketing, Sales and Services;
Yücel Fevzioglu, Managing Director
Turkey; Felix Förster, General
Manager; Christoph Schanz, General
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men, Germany, is still one of the 520
secret world market leaders in the
German-speaking economic area. This
is the result of a study conducted by the
University of St. Gallen in cooperation
with the magazine WirtschaftsWoche
and the Academy of German Business
Leaders.
Since 2016, SIKORA has been
represented for the seventh time in the
ranking of the world market leaders
champions, which is published annually
by WirtschaftsWoche. Around 520 com-
panies are evaluated and selected ac-
cording to dened criteria. The awarded
companies occupy rst or second place
in at least one relevant market segment
and achieve an annual turnover of at
least 50 million euros, of which at least
half is generated abroad on three or more
continents.
“For more than 50 years, we at
SIKORA have been investing in future-
oriented technologies,” says Dr. Chris-
tian Frank, CEO at SIKORA. “The
renewed award as world market leader
champion is a conrmation of our in-
novative strength and the great commit-
ment of our team. Our goal remains to
continuously oer our customers solu-
tions of the highest quality through new
technologies and product innovations.”
Every year, SIKORA invests more
than 10% of its revenue in the research
and development of new measuring and
control technology as well as inspection,
analysis and sorting systems for qual-
ity assurance during the production of
wires and cables, tubes, hoses, pipes and
sheets, optical bers or plastics. With
more than 400 employees in Bremen and
its 13 operating international subsidiar-
ies, the company oers innovative solu-
tions and customized customer service.
www.sikora.net
LEIBINGER Expands
Distribution in Brazil
LEIBINGER, Tuttlingen, Germany,
a global leader in coding and marking
technology, is focusing on Brazil with
key initiatives to improve service deliv-
ery and meet the demands of local indus-
tries. To better serve Brazil’s industrial
markets, LEIBINGER has enhanced
its local presence with key initiatives,
including partnerships with established
distributors such as Qualijet, São Paulo,
Brazil, and Norvac in Northeast Brazil.
By housing inventory locally, LEIB-
INGER further strengthens its ability
to respond quickly to customer needs,
reducing delivery times and ensuring the
availability of products and spare parts.
This localized approach emphasizes
LEIBINGER’s commitment to meet-
ing the specic challenges of Brazilian
businesses.
“Our mission extends beyond mere
expansion; it’s about shaping a future
where every package embodies precision
and reliability. We are deeply commit-
ted to empowering Brazilian businesses
with tailored, world-class solutions that
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meet their unique needs, while ensur-
ing unparalleled support and service
for our customers, both regionally and
globally,” said Cesar Denadai Rugero,
LEIBINGER’s Business Development
& Channel Manager for South America.
Qualijet has been distributing LEIB-
INGER products for over 15 years. With
extensive experience in coding and
marking technologies, Qualijet serves
a wide range of industries with reliable
and eective solutions. Norvac, LEIB-
INGER’s newest partner in the country,
brings signicant expertise in coding
and marking for the Northeast region,
focusing on industries such as food and
beverage and industrial manufactur-
ing. Their deep understanding of the
local market and established customer
relationships strengthen LEIBINGER’s
position in the region.
LEIBINGER’s success in Brazil
is supported by its experienced local
team. Martin Romero, a long-standing
LEIBINGER expert, brings decades of
experience to his role as a Pre-Sales
Training Specialist.
www.leibinger-group.com
Chroma Color
Acquires Spectra
Chroma Color Corporation,
McHenry, IL, USA, continues to grow
its manufacturing footprint along with
its portfolio of colorant and additive
technologies with its recent acquisition
of Spectra Color, Inc., Corona, CA,
USA, a custom manufacturer of colo-
rants and pre-colored resin compounds.
Spectra also manufactures a proprietary
resin primarily made from linear low-
density polyethylene, predominantly
used in the rotational molding industry.
Spectra is a leading provider of
masterbatch and color-matching ser-
vices with custom blending capabilities.
Founded in 1976, the company has
supplied the plastic industry with high-
quality thermoplastic compounds,
colorants, additives and value-added
resins for over 45 years. Spectra serves
diverse end markets, including medical,
healthcare, agriculture and consumer
products, among others.
Spectra CEO, Bob Shedd, said, “We
are thrilled to join forces with Chroma
Qualijet and LEIBINGER unveiling
the IQJET for the rst time in Brazil in
2024. Source: Paul Leibinger GmbH
& Co. KG
Cesar Denadai Rugero and Martin
Romero conducting hands-on training
and onboarding sessions with
LEIBINGER’s new partner, Norvac,
in Northeast Brazil. Source: Paul
Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG
From the left: Dr. Christian Frank,
CEO at SIKORA, and Holger Lieder,
Executive Board at SIKORA.
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Color. Chroma’s strong market reputation
and shared vision for the business make
this partnership a perfect t. By combin-
ing our technological expertise, we can
deliver a powerful competitive advan-
tage, enhance performance, and create
even greater value for our customers.”
“Chroma Color is dedicated to driving
growth through both organic initiatives
and inorganic growth opportunities. The
acquisition of Spectra Color underscores
our commitment to expanding our geo-
graphic reach and enhancing our product
oerings to better serve our customers,”
stated Joe Herres, Chroma Color Cor-
poration, CEO. “The entire team is fully
prepared to support Spectra’s customers
during this transition, and we are con-
dent they will experience signicant
value from Chroma’s extensive capabili-
ties and resources.”
Chroma Color Corporation is a lead-
ing specialty color and additive concen-
trate supplier serving diverse markets,
including wire and cable and others.
www.chromacolors.com
CERSA Moves to
Eco-District in France
CERSA-MCI, a key player in quality
control solutions for wires, cables and
tubes, has recently relocated to a new
building in the Yvon Morandat Eco-Dis-
trict in Gardanne, France. This strategic
decision reects the company’s ambition
to establish itself in an environment that
combines innovation and sustainability.
The Yvon Morandat Eco-District was
developed on the site of the former Yvon
Morandat mine shaft, which closed in
2003. Rich in industrial history, this site
is now being transformed into a state-of-
the-art space. The eco-district leverages
local resources and renewable energy,
notably through an innovative energy
network. The Yvon Morandat shaft, one
of the deepest in Europe, plays a pivotal
role in this system: its mine waters are
used to power a unique geothermal setup
capable of heating and cooling the dis-
trict’s buildings over an area exceeding
80,000 m².
This intelligent energy network
embodies a sustainable vision of urban
planning, integrating both oce spaces
and housing. For CERSA, this location
oers a modern and collaborative en-
vironment. By joining this ecosystem,
the company places itself at the heart of
a stimulating setting where ecological
initiatives and technological advance-
ments converge.
This move is also part of a broader
eort to enhance CERSA’s capabili-
ties. With larger and better-equipped
facilities, the company can improve its
research and development processes
while providing optimal working condi-
tions for its employees.
Beyond infrastructure, this project
highlights CERSA’s commitment to
environmentally responsible practices.
By settling in an exemplary eco-district,
the company demonstrates its dedication
to contributing to the energy transition
while pursuing its growth.
The future looks bright for CERSA,
which now benets from an environment
aligned with its ambitions. Blending
modernity, innovation and environmen-
tal stewardship, this move marks a new
chapter in the company’s history, well-
suited to the challenges of tomorrow.
The new address is 119 Rue Du-
breuil, Pôle Yvon Morandat, 13120
Gardanne, France. www.cersa-mci.com
Gauder Group Becomes
Setic-Pourtier of America
Setic-Pourtier, Roanne, France,
announced a name change for its USA
subdivision, Gauder Group, Inc. Eec-
tive January 1, 2025, the company now
operates under the name Setic-Pourtier
of America, Inc., based in Winston-
Salem, NC, USA.
This change is part of the company’s
ongoing commitment to streamline its
global operations with the goal to reen-
force Setic-Pourtier brand recognition
as well as to create consistency across
the Setic-Pourtier subdivision. Setic-
Pourtier writes, “We want to assure our
customers and partners that this rebrand-
ing will not aect the quality of service
and high standards of excellence they
have come to expect from us. Our core
values, dedicated team, and commitment
to excellence remain unchanged.” Alain
Hawaux is the After Sales Service Man-
ager/President of the USA subdivision.
www.setic-pourtier.com
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What’s New @ WCISA®
News from North American Suppliers of Machinery,
Accessories and Materials for Making All Types of Wire & Cable
WCISA® @ wire & Tube Mexico 2025
The Wire and Cable Industry Suppliers Association® (WCISA®)
and several of its member companies will be attending wire &
Tube Mexico 2025 in Monterrey, Mexico, February 11 – 13, 2025.
WCISA members and partners to visit at wire & Tube Mexico 2025
are listed as follows:
AIM, Inc ...............................................................Booth 421
Blachford Corporation ....................................... Booth 418
Cemanco LLC ......................................................Booth 337
Condat ................................................................. Booth 306
IWMA Ltd ............................................................Booth 409
Kinrei of America, LLC ........................................Booth 532
MDNA .................................................................. Booth 300
REELEX ................................................................Booth 500
RichardsApex Inc. ...............................................Booth 303
SAMP USA, Inc. ...................................................Booth 313
Simpacks/Pioneer ..............................................Booth 236
Taymer International .........................................Booth 305
Thermoplastics Engineering Corp. ...................Booth 103
WCISA® ................................................................Booth 300
Wire & Cable Technology International ............Booth 300
Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp. .........................Booth 120
Wire Lab Company .............................................Booth 317
Zumbach Electronics Corp. ................................Booth 623
WCISA is a supporter of wire & Tube Mexico 2025, event details are
available at www.wire-tube-mexico.com.
WCISA® • Wire and Cable Industry
Suppliers Association®
Join WCISA online: info@wcisaonline.org
www.wcisaonline.org
WCISA® Awards Multiple
Scholarships in 2024
The Wire and Cable
Industry Suppliers
Association® (WCISA®)
is pleased to announce its
annual scholarship award
winners for 2024.
The 2024 scholarship win-
ners are listed below along
with the WCISA Member
Company that they are
associated with, either as
an employee, intern or as
a child or grandchild of an
employee.
WCISA 2024 High School
Graduate Scholarship Winners:
• Erin Shows, Chase Corporation, $750
• Ethan Wasserman, IWCS, $750
• Juliette Silahian, Chase Corporation, $750
• Ahan Shi, Chase Corporation, $500
• Penelope Grapsas, AIM Inc., $500
WCISA 2024 Employee & Intern Scholarship Winners:
• Brandon Pepin, Chase Corporation, $750
• Theodor Kushylevski, Roteq Machinery Inc., $750
The awards for each scholarship are to be used towards edu-
cation expenses. The winners were selected by the WCISA
Board of Directors, which reviewed all applications. WCISA
o ers three types of scholarships, as follows:
• WCISA High School Graduate Scholarship, awarded
annually for high school graduates with a parent or
grandparent working at a WCISA member company.
• WCISA Employee & Intern Scholarship, awarded annu-
ally for people working at a WCISA company.
• WCISA Special Scholarship for special circumstances.
The deadline for next year is July 31, 2025, send applications
to info@wcisaonline.org.
WCISA® member companies are North American-based
suppliers of machinery, materials and accessories for making all
types of wire and cable. Annual Dues: $450/company
Established in 1996, WCISA is a nonprofit trade association.
WCISA
®
Scholarship Program
www.wcisaonline.org • info@wcisaonline.org
WCISA offers three types of scholarships to its member companies:
1. WCISA Employee & Intern Scholarship for people currently working at a WCISA member
company: One or more awards per year. Applicants should have a need and desire to en-
roll in or be enrolled in an in-person or online course or degree program that is related to
their job description at the WCISA member company. Applications are due from employ-
ees, interns or colleagues at WCISA member companies by July 31 of each year.
2. WCISA High School Graduate Scholarship for high school graduates with a parent or
grandparent working at a WCISA member company: One or more awards per year. Ap-
plicants must be a high school graduate enrolled in a college or university in the fall of
the application year. Any planned field of study is acceptable. Applications are due from
students or parents/grandparents at WCISA member companies by July 31 of each year.
3. WCISA Special Scholarship for extraordinary or special circumstances, directly or via
industry partners (memorials, hardships, research projects, endowments, etc.). These are
awarded on a case-by-case basis. Applications or requests may be submitted at any time
of the year by an employee of any WCISA member company or via industry partners.
Materials to Submit: Applicants should submit a written statement to info@wcisaonline.org, identifying
their connection to a WCISA member company, the desired scholarship and the reasons to be selected
WCISA® Partners
International Wire & Cable Symposium, Inc. (IWCS, Inc.)
www.iwcs.org
The International Wire & Machinery Association (IWMA)
www.iwma.org
Messe Düsseldorf North America • www.mdna.com
The Wire Association International (WAI) • www.wirenet.org
Wire & Cable Manufacturers Alliance, Inc. (WCMA, Inc.)
www.wcmainc.org
WCTI
WCISA’s “Night Out in Atlanta”
The Wire and Cable Industry Suppliers Association® (WCISA®)
is hosting its annual networking and social outing in conjunction
with its participation as an exhibitor at the Interwire 2025 trade
show in Atlanta, GA, USA. The “Night Out in Atlanta” is free-of-
charge for all WCISA members and their guests, and it will take
place on Monday, May 12, 2025, 6-8 PM, the night before the ex-
hibits open. The location is Der Biergarten on Marietta Street
NW, just across the street from the Interwire exhibit hall. Refresh-
ments will include draught beer and German and American ap-
petizers. WCISA members can RSVP at info@wcisaonline.org.
www.derbiergarten.com
The Garden/Terrace offers beautiful landscaping, complete
Enjoy the Majolique Room, the Mural Room, and the Garden/Terrace.
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WCISA® & WAI: Industry Partners
For the last several years, The Wire
Association International, Inc.
(WAI), Madison, CT, USA, and the
Wire and Cable Industry Suppli-
ers Association® (WCISA®), Akron,
OH, USA, have been cooperating as
Industry Partners to support each association’s members
and activities as well as the wire and cable industry.
WAI is an Honorary Member of WCISA, and all WAI sta ,
board and committee members and their guests are able
to attend WCISA Networking Outings, free-of-charge,
including “WCISA’s Night Out In Atlanta” in 2025. WCISA
is an Industry Partner at all WAI produced exhibitions,
Interwire and Wire Expo,
including Interwire 2025
in Atlanta. WCISA and
dozens of its member
companies will be ex-
hibiting at Interwire 2025, www.interwire25.com
WCISA® Scholarships for 2025
WCISA® (Wire & Cable Industry Suppliers Association®),
Akron, OH, USA, is seeking applications for two types of
WCISA scholarships, as follows:
• WCISA High School Graduate Scholarship for high
school graduates with a parent or grandparent
working at a WCISA member company: Up to $1000
awarded to each winning candidate. Applicants must
be high school graduates enrolled in a college or uni-
versity in the fall of the application year. Any planned
eld of study is acceptable. Applications are due from
students or parents/grandparents at WCISA member
companies by July 31, 2025.
• WCISA Employee & Intern Scholarship for people cur-
rently working at a WCISA member company: Up to
$1000 awarded to each winning candidate. Appli-
cants should have a need and desire to enroll in or be
enrolled in an in-person or on-line course or degree
program that is related to their job description at the
WCISA member company. Applications are due from
employees, interns or colleagues at WCISA member
companies by July 31, 2025.
Applicants should submit a written statement, identify-
ing their connection to a WCISA member company, the
desired scholarship and the reasons to be selected as well
as a summary of the applicant’s background, educational
plans and professional goals. Submit your statement by
email to info@wcisaonline.org.
WCISA® member companies are North American-based
suppliers of machinery, materials and accessories for making all
types of wire and cable. Annual Dues: $450/company
Established in 1996, WCISA is a nonprofit trade association.
WCISA
®
Member Benets
www.wcisaonline.org • info@wcisaonline.org
1. COMPANY AND PRODUCT PROMOTION: WCISA Member Directory and Product Guide:
published annually and distributed worldwide at trade shows and conferences in North
America, Europe and Asia. WCISA web site, www.wcisaonline.org, containing member
company and product information and hotlinks to member’s e-mails and web sites.
WCISA press releases published in wire and cable media outlets.
2. REPRESENTATION AT TRADE SHOWS AND CONFERENCES: WCISA exhibit booths. Litera-
ture distribution at shows. Pavilion sponsorships. Show services. Hospitality Events.
3. NETWORKING AND SOCIAL OUTING OPPORTUNITIES: At exhibitions and conferences.
4. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WCISA MEMBER COMPANIES: Employees, Interns, High School
Graduates, Special Circumstances.
5. PARTNERSHIPS & DIALOGS WITH INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS AND EVENT ORGANIZERS:
IWCS, IWMA, MESSE DüSSELDORF (GERMANY & NORTH AMERICA), WAI.
6. A UNIFIED VOICE & SUPPORT OF NORTH AMERICAN SUPPLIERS
SUPPORT THE INDUSTRY, YOUR COMPANY AND
YOUR FELLOW NORTH AMERICAN SUPPLIERS
IN THE WORLDWIDE MARKETPLACE
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EU and Mercosur Sign a Free Trade Agreement
After 25 years of talks, the European Union (EU) reached on
December 6, 2024, an agreement with the four founding mem-
bers of Mercosur (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay) for
the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement (FTA). The trade part of
the agreement covers issues such as taris, rules of origin, tech-
nical barriers to trade, sustainable development and small- and
medium-sized enterprises.
Current trade relations between the EU and Mercosur are based
on an inter-regional Framework Cooperation Agreement from
1999. The EU and individual Mercosur countries also have bilat-
eral framework cooperation agreements. The EU accounted for
nearly 17% of Mercosur’s total trade in 2023, while Mercosur is
the EU’s tenth-largest trade in goods partner.
According to data of the European Commission (EC), in 2023,
the EU’s exports to the four Mercosur countries amounted to €55.7
billion – the export to the USA in the same year amounted to €502
billion – while Mercosur’s exports to the EU totalled €53.7 billion.
Mercosur’s biggest exports to the EU in 2023 were mineral prod-
ucts (nearly 20% of total exports), foodstus, beverages and to-
bacco (about 19%), and vegetable products (about 18%). The
EU’s exports to Mercosur include machinery and appliances
(nearly 27% of total exports), chemicals and pharmaceutical
products (25%) and transport equipment (about 12%).
The deal is seeking to establish one of the world’s biggest free
trade zones, encompassing 750 million people and about one-
fth of the global economy. For Europe, not only economic gains
make the agreement attractive, but also its strategic signicance
in a time in which the EU is facing trade disputes with the USA
and China, its two biggest trade partners.
Opening up trade routes with the Mercosur countries gives the EU
the possibility to diversify its sources of key critical minerals need-
ed for building batteries and solar panels and harvesting wind en-
ergy and green hydrogen, wrote the journalist Doloresz Katanich
for the news agency Euronews. The Mercosur countries posses
signicant resources of critical mineral such as lithium, graphite,
nickel, manganese and rare earth elements. Currently, the EU
needs to source a big part of these minerals from China.
The free trade agreement is widely seen as benecial for the
sectors such as the car industry and machinery, but unfavorable
for the agricultural sector, thus dividing EU countries according
to their main interests.
https://policy.trade.ec.europa.eu/eu-trade-relationships-country-
and-region/countries-and-regions/mercosur_en
https://www.euronews.com/business/2024/11/19/eu-mercosur-
trade-deal-winners-and-losers-in-europe
Germany Needs to Overcome Major Economic Hurdle
Germany, once considered the economic powerhouse of Europe,
is navigating into an era of stagnation and structural challenges.
The country is set to face a tough 2025 with stagnating growth,
European Perspectives
by:
Dipl.-Ing. Konrad Dengler
Industrial Journalist
Hauptstrasse 44
D 91091 Grossenseebach
Germany
KDengler@t-online.de
• EU and Mercosur Sign a Free Trade Agreement
• Germany Needs to Overcome Major Economic Hurdle
• Prospects of the European Automotive Industry
• ACEA Manifesto for a Competitive European Auto Industry
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 55
fi scal uncertainty, geopolitical risks, high energy costs and a weak-
ening automotive sector summarizes the journalist Piero Cingari
the situation for the news agency Euronews. Here are the top fi ve
challenges with which the German economy will have to contend.
1. Economic stagnation and persistent underperformance:
The German economy has seen virtually no growth since
late 2019. Growth projections for 2025 remain bleak, with
real GDP expected to expand by a mere 0.3%, according to
Goldman Sachs. The Bundesbank projects an even more
tepid 0.2% increase, while the Kiel Institute forecasts out-
right stagnation at 0.0%. Underlying this stagnation is a con-
fl uence of weak exports, sluggish private consumption and
faltering investments. Decarbonisation, digitalisation and de-
mographic shifts are exerting downward pressure on poten-
tial output, leaving analysts questioning whether Germany’s
malaise is a temporary weakness or a structural adjustment.
2. Elections and fi scal uncertainty: Germany’s early federal
elections, scheduled for February 2025, bring heightened
economic and political uncertainty. Investors are watching
closely to see if a new government will leverage Germany’s
substantial fi scal capacity to stimulate growth. Despite Ger-
many’s substantial fi scal capacity, with one of the lowest
debt-to-GDP ratios among major advanced economies, the
constitutional "debt brake" limits public borrowing. Yet, there
is scepticism about whether the political will exists to tap into
this potential. Analysts warn that unless a new government
adopts pro-growth reforms, such as tax incentives and infra-
structure spending, Germany risks falling further behind its
European neighbors.
3. Loss of competitiveness in the automotive industry: Germa-
ny’s automotive sector, a key pillar of its economy, contin-
ues to lose global competitiveness. Once dominant players
like Volkswagen, BMW and Mercedes-Benz have steadily
lost market share. According to Goldman Sachs: “China has
evolved from Germany’s key export market to a main com-
petitor,” particularly in sectors like electric vehicles where
German car makers lag behind.
4. Geopolitical risks: trade tensions and protectionism: Ger-
many’s export-driven economy remains vulnerable to rising
global protectionism. The incoming Trump administration’s
trade policies are expected to have a disproportionately
negative impact on Germany. “While the size of any USA
tariff s is highly uncertain, our work suggests that much of
the growth drag is likely to come from higher trade policy
uncertainty,” warned Goldman Sachs in a recent note. The
Kiel Institute estimates that tariff s imposed by the incom-
ing Trump administration could reduce Germany’s GDP by
0.6% in a baseline scenario and by as much as 1.2% in a
downside scenario involving broader tariff s on EU goods.
“Germany's weak potential growth is coming to light, and
any unforeseen external disruptive factor can make the dif-
ference between a plus or a minus in economic output,” said
Moritz Schularick, President of the Kiel Institute. The trade
outlook is particularly bleak for the automotive and metal
industries, which have historically formed the backbone of
Germany’s export economy.
5. Rising energy costs and infl ationary pressures: High energy
prices remain a persistent burden for German businesses
and households. The Bundesbank reported that industrial
production in energy-intensive sectors has contracted by
10-15% due to elevated gas and electricity costs, with little
scope for recovery in 2025. Germany’s decision to phase
out nuclear energy has compounded this challenge, leaving
the country reliant on costlier and less predictable energy
sources. Additionally, Germany’s high energy costs exacer-
bate the challenges facing energy-intensive industries like
automotive manufacturing, shrinking margins and prompting
some producers to consider relocating operations abroad. A
more optimistic scenario hinges on decisive reforms to re-
duce corporate tax burdens, expand infrastructure and ad-
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European Perspectives...Continued
dress Germany’s labor shortages through immigration and
workforce participation policies.
https://www.euronews.com/business/2024/12/24/five-major-
economic-hurdles-germany-needs-to-overcome-in-2025
Prospects of the European Automotive Industry
Slump in prots, job cuts, strikes: 2024 was a tough year for
European car manufacturers. In December 2024, for example,
Volkswagen (VW) announced its intention to cut more than
35,000 jobs by 2030. The Audi plant in Brussels will be closed.
At the Stellantis Group, which includes the Peugeot, Citroën,
Fiat, Opel, Chrysler and Jeep brands, the once highly praised
boss Carlos Tavares was forced to resign.
In the Swiss newspaper Tages-Anzeiger, the journalist Benja-
min Bitoun draws attention to some important questions: Why
did events come to a head for the European car industry in 2024?
What are the main causes of the crisis? Will the car industry get
back on track in 2025?
Back in 2018, the then VW CEO Herbert Diess warned: “The
chances of the German car industry still being among the world’s
best in ten years' time are 50:50.” However, only the recent re-
ports of possible plant closures at VW showed the public how se-
rious the situation is. There are several reasons why this did not
happen earlier. On the one hand, supply chain problems caused
by the Covid-19 pandemic have brought record prots for Ger-
man car manufacturers. Due to the shortage of components such
as computer chips, manufacturers such as Mercedes, BMW and
Audi preferred to build larger, more expensive and more prof-
itable models. On the other hand, until recently, cheap energy
from Russia and high demand from China masked the problems
at home. At times, manufacturers such as BMW and Mercedes
generated over a third of their prots in China. Sales and prots,
however, collapsed in the third quarter of 2024 because the Chi-
nese economy also slowed down and the Chinese hardly wanted
to buy German cars anymore. “Younger Chinese people in par-
ticular regard German car brands as boring and outdated,” says
car expert Ferdinand Dudenhöer. The fact that the Chinese
car industry’s overtaking course has gone largely unnoticed in
recent years has to do with China’s pandemic-related lockdown.
When Western car managers visited China for the rst time
again in spring 2023 after an almost three-year lockdown, they
had to realize that Chinese car manufacturers had made huge
progresses in production, electromobility and automation. China
now produces and exports more cars than any other country in
the world. These cheaply produced cars are mainly sold to Rus-
sia, South East Asia, Latin America and Africa. In Europe, the
taris on electric vehicles (EVs) introduced by the EU in fall 2024
are unlikely to keep Chinese manufacturers at a distance in the
long term. The management consultancy Alix Partners expects
Chinese car brands to double their market share in Europe by
2030 – also thanks to partnerships with European companies
and the establishment of European production facilities.
The rise of Chinese EVs and plug-in hybrids in particular is the
result of an industrial policy that has been consistently pursued
for decades. In order to reduce China’s dependence on oil, the
then Prime Minister Wen Jiabao declared electromobility to be
one of his top priorities back in 2007. To this end, he appointed
the former Audi Engineer Wan Gang as Minister of Science and
Technology. Wang had recognized that an electric car is no lon-
ger built around the engine, but around the battery, which ac-
counts for up to 40% of the car’s costs. The greatest potential
for innovation is no longer in the engine, but in the battery: better
ranges, shorter charging times and lower prices allow new car
manufacturers to set themselves apart from the competition and
leave traditional ones behind. China began promoting battery
production for electric cars earlier and more consistently than
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 57
Dipl.-Ing. Konrad Dengler is an industrial journalist and specialized
translator serving the wire and cable technology, tube technology,
materials and production technology and quality testing industries.
He can be reached by phone at +49 9135 6982 or by email at
KDengler@t-online.de.
WCTI
any other country and now controls practically the entire supply
chain.
Experts such as Ferdinand Dudenhöer and Stefan Bratzel
doubt that Europe will be able to catch up in this key technology.
They say that attempts to build up its own battery industry are
at least ve years too late and point to the Northvolt debacle:
Europe’s largest battery factory was supposed to make the Eu-
ropean car industry less dependent on Chinese competition, but
accumulated billions in debt and ended in insolvency.
The lack of its own battery production weighs heavily: analysts
from the major Swiss bank UBS have calculated that a car from
the Chinese manufacturer BYD is 30% cheaper to produce than
comparable cars from Western manufacturers – mainly due to
the cost of labor and batteries.
In response to the negative reports from their car manufacturers
and the sluggish sales gures for EVs, more and more politicians
in Europe are questioning the EU decision to end the production
of cars with combustion engine by 2035.
However, what is intended to help makes the challenge for car
manufacturers even greater: not only do they have to invest
heavily in electromobility in order to catch up with Chinese com-
petitors, but they also have to invest money in the production of
combustion engines should they run longer than planned.
Dudenhöer says that the back and forth of politicians on elec-
tromobility is unsettling customers and presenting manufactur-
ers with almost unsolvable problems. “At the moment, all invest-
ments by German car manufacturers are going back into the
combustion engine.” If things continue like this in 2025, Germany
and Europe will not be able to oer the automotive industry a
competitive location.
Daniel Hartmann, Chief Economist of the German-Swiss asset
Manager Bantleon, fears that the decline of the car industry in
Germany can hardly be halted in the long term. The Chinese
competition, the lack of in-house production of batteries and soft-
ware and the disadvantages of the expensive production loca-
tion weigh too heavily. Hartmann reckons that up to 40% of value
creation in the German automotive industry will be lost over the
next ten years. When including the supplier industry and neigh-
boring sectors such as the metal industry, in total over 500,000
jobs are likely to disappear.
https://www.tagesanzeiger.ch/europa-ist-die-autoindustrie-
nach-krisenjahr-2024-noch-zu-retten-255426168537
ACEA Manifesto for a Competitive European Auto Industry
The European automotive industry is integral to the European
way of life, keeping people and essential goods moving. Yet,
signicant challenges lie ahead: the need to address climate
change, global competition, rising costs, protectionism and geo-
political instability.
ACEA, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Associa-
tion base in Brussels, has published a Manifesto which sets
forth a future-proof and people-rst vision for an industry that
supports sustainability, highly skilled European jobs, safe and
reliable transport, competitiveness on a global scale and acces-
sible mobility for all.
The Manifesto presents ve key policy recommendations
for the EU’s next ve-year mandate (2024–2029) and can be
downloaded from: https://www.futuredriven.eu/wp-content/up-
loads/2024/02/ACEA_FutureDriven_Manifesto.pdf
https://www.acea.auto/publication/manifesto-for-a-competitive-
european-auto-industry-driving-the-mobility-revolution/
It’s Not Funny!!!!
Out-Sourcing by:
Dr. Roger N. Wright
Roger N. Wright, LLC
600 State Street
Lawrenceville, IL 62439 USA
E-mail: wrightinc@frontier.com
www.rnwinc.com
58 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
The incidents and technical situations described herein
were, in fact, encountered in the author’s professional
practice. Names and places have been changed to
protect the guilty.
Astute manufacturers should be constantly evaluating
their unit operations costs, to determine whether alterna-
tive technology, or sourcing, exists that provides a lower
cost manufacturing option.
Implementation may not be straightforward, owing to pro-
prietary and intellectual property barriers, licensing fees,
availability of skilled sta and
on and on.
To illustrate the complexity
and potential of such manu-
facturing thrusts, I will sum-
marize a presentation that I
listened to at a major Ameri-
can manufacturing confer-
ence. The speaker said that
he had once been handi-
capped by irregular and un-
predictable tooling supply
logistics. The problem was
discussed with the tooling supplier who said that he had
a oor space problem. The speaker promptly purchased
a nearby, unused building, with the understanding that his
orders be given priority. A good time was had by all.
Now, the viability of outsourcing options depends heavily
on those available to do the said outside work. In the most
favorable circumstances, one may be able to tap into truly
expert sta and equipment, made available, ironically, by
the retrenching of facilities and laying-o of seasoned pro-
fessionals by industrial leadership companies (reecting
industry-wide changes in strategic thinking).
As an aside, let me interject that I had the somewhat pain-
ful experience of observing the dismantling of a world-
class, 500-employee materials and processes laboratory.
This dismantling resulted in the availability of dozens of
stand-alone R&D service centers, including several fre-
quently patronized by this author.
Of course, one must verify that the outsource capabil-
ity is of truly suitable quality. The “quick and not so dirty”
approach is to make a few
phone calls and ask insid-
ers, informally, what their
recommendations would be.
Some people are very good
at this. Approaching equip-
ment vendors directly has
proven, for me to be tedious,
at best. Of course, a little
due diligence can go a long
way.
Out-source evaluation can
result in exposure to unor-
thodox options. I am reminded of a story told to me by a
grade-school classmate of mine, some eighty years ago.
He said that his father had gone on a weekend trip to the
Appalachian Mountains. Now, his father owned a washer/
dryer business and was very picky about food vendors and
the cleanliness of their operations. He regularly inspected
restaurant restrooms before being seated for a meal. Dad
had selected a quaint lunchroom but had come back to
the car and was not happy. He had asked the waiter to
show him the bathroom, and the waiter had responded by
saying, “You know, we generally just go across the street
to the Court House.”
Good luck !!!! WCTI
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tion and processing of wires and wire products, Wire & Cable Technology International (WCTI) columnist & metallurgy
expert Dr. Roger N. Wright shares lighter and practical anecdotes in It’s Not Funny!!!!
For more than forty years, Dr. Wright (MIT '65 & '69) has provided consulting and technical services in metallurgy
and metals processing. Clients have included many of the world’s
leading corporations, as well as major technical operations of the
US government. Moreover, Dr. Wright has had extensive experience
in litigation support, working with both defendants and plaintis. He
is highly active in industrial education, and he created the popular
WireDrawing 101® short course. His book, Wire Technology – Pro-
cess Engineering and Metallurgy, Butterworth-Heinemann (Elsevier),
Oxford, 2011 (ISBN 978-0-12-382092-1), is readily available from the
publisher, as well as from major on-line sources.
If you are looking for practical, clearly-stated information and analysis, based on the most rigorous engineering and
scientic principles, visit www.rnwinc.com. Contact Dr. Wright at (618) 943-1029 or wrightinc@frontier.com.
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Insider’s
Insights
Top 4 Trends for the
Labor Market in 2025
It is that time of the year where we all start wondering
what is going to happen in the labor market for 2025.
There has been a strong indication that monthly job
growth in the next year will fall from 200,000 a month
down to 100,000 and then towards the end of the year
be around 50,000. It will likely stay at that level as we
continue to have baby boomers retire in droves.
Increase in AI and Technology Adoption
According to the World Economic Forum, more than
75% of companies plan on adopting technological ad-
vancements like big data, cloud computing and articial
intelligence over the next few years. With companies
prioritizing AI, robotics and data-driven decision-mak-
ing, demand for tech-savvy roles such as data ana-
lysts, AI specialists and robotics engineers will contin-
ue to grow. Conversely, traditional labor-intensive jobs
may face further automation, necessitating upskilling
for workers in these roles.
Expansion of Green Jobs
Green jobs, driven by the clean energy sector and sus-
tainability initiatives, will remain a strong growth area.
Governments and corporations are ramping up invest-
ments in renewable energy, energy eciency and en-
vironmental conservation. These roles will not only in-
clude technical positions like solar panel installers but
also broader functions like project management and
policy advising in sustainability-focused sectors. By
the year 2030, the number of green jobs is projected to
climb to 24 million or 14% of the total USA workforce.
Remote Work and Flexibility
The desire to work from home for a remote and/or hy-
brid employment culture remains strong. For example,
in November, General Motors announced that they
were hiring 3000 technical employees and the majority
will work remotely. “The role of the oce has changed.
People aren’t going to go back to ve days a week. Of-
ces are going to be hubs of innovation and social in-
teraction,” says Bhushan Sethi, Partner at PwC Con-
sulting. According to SHRM, 33% of USA Employees
are required to work full in-oce in 2024 that will expect
to increase but not exceed 50% in 2025. Companies
will have to experiment with structured hybrid sched-
ules to reect the diverse needs of their workforce.
Focus on Skills Mastered
With the shortages in the labor market, companies will
have to expand their views of what an ideal candidate
looks like. The younger candidates continue to have
more job hops on a resume than you have seen in the
past as they look for more challenges in their careers.
With younger workers frequently changing jobs, com-
panies must adapt hiring practices to assess compe-
tency over tenure. With the cost of a college degree
continuing to increase, young candidates are opting
not to go to college. Organizations will increasingly val-
ue skills, certications and real-world experience over
traditional degrees. This shift may also encourage the
rise of short-term training programs and bootcamps fo-
cused on high-demand skills.
These trends suggest that adaptability—both for com-
panies and individuals—will be a crucial factor in navi-
gating the labor market in 2025 and beyond.
If you have a question about hiring you want answered
please reach out to me at pk@egretconsulting.com.
WCTI
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The Working
Journal
by:
Michael J. Fiedler
Phone: 860-306-0883
Email: michael@michaeljedler.com
Instagram: theworkingjournal
www.working-journal.com
Diego Solano, Production Supervisor,
United Wire Company
The idea for my book, The Working Journal, came from many
sources of inspiration and individuals, and it all began on a
1500-foot pier at the Newport News Naval Shipyard in
Newport News, VA, USA. It was there in 1987, while serving
as a Naval Photojournalist aboard the aircraft carrier Dwight
D. Eisenhower, that I learned how to make pictures. The
ship was in dry dock and every day, my then mentor, Warrant
Ocer Patrick Wilkerson, would task me with photograph-
ing the cacophony of work being done to the ship. The ac-
tivity was staggering — a labyrinth of wires, cranes, crates,
pulleys and machines — surrounded by a blur of electricians,
welders, engineers and seamen hauling cargo onto the thou-
sand-foot behemoth. I may not have realized it at the time,
but Ocer Wilkerson’s daily assignments were forming the
basis of how I wanted to capture people in images. I wanted
to photograph them doing their jobs.
Another vital component of this project came not from pho-
tography, but from my fascination with handwriting. When I
joined the US Navy in 1986 my mom, who was an avid dia-
rist, presented me with a simple journal and a black metal
pen. I began writing my journal in February of 1987 and have
not missed a day in over thirty years, compiling over 80 vol-
umes containing nearly 20 million words.
I cannot think of a better way to depict people in photographs
than by photographing them while they perform their work.
The process of making these images and collecting these
writings has left me with the indelible notion that, for the most
part, who we are is what we produce and what we do is who
we are.
This column features workers in the fastener industry. Each
instalment contains images and words from a worker, and
this one presents Diego Solano, Production Supervisor,
United Wire Company, North Haven, CT, USA. I hope that
you enjoy this column. If you would like me to come to your
workplace, contact me by phone or email.
— Michael J. Fiedler
United Wire Company is a leading manufacturer of at, square
and custom-shaped wire based in North Haven, CT, USA. Com-
pany experts draw on decades of experience to produce
specied prole wire from a wide variety of metals; ranging
from stainless and carbon steel, to aluminum, copper, nickel
and cobalt alloys. United Wire blends big mill capability with a
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January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 63
Diego Solano, Production Supervisor,
United Wire Company
“I was born in Ecuador. My dream
was to be a civil engineer, because I
wanted to work on projects and with
machines. When I graduated from
high school I came to the United
States. From the very beginning, I
always enjoyed the culture and the
people here, so I decided to stay.
During that time I started working
at United Wire Company. I began as
a machine operator. The company
was small. But after a few years,
the company grew, and in 2017 I
became a production supervisor.
Now, I’ve been here 22 years. I enjoy
my work and my position because
I’m able to help my coworkers and
the company make superior products.
Many of our clients have very specific
requirements and I’m grateful that
I’m able to help meet those needs. I
enjoy coming to work every day. It’s
a good environment. And I like the
people. I’m proud that I’m here and
I look forward to continuing for
many years.”
WCTI
USPTO Wire & Cable Industry Patents
64 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Adhesive Tape for Wrapping
Motor-Vehicle Cables
US Patent 12168744
Published December 17, 2024
Inventor: Timo Leermann, Wuppertal, Germany
Assignee: Certoplast Technische Klebebaender GmbH,
Wuppertal, Germany
The subject matter of the
invention is an adhesive
tape, in particular a wrap-
ping tape for sheathing
cables (1) in automo-
biles, comprising a strip-
type fabric backing (2,
3) that has at least one
fi rst layer (2) made of a woven fabric and a second layer (3)
made of a nonwoven, the two layers being coupled together
by a polymer layer (4) and/or by threads that penetrate both
layers (2, 3), and comprising an adhesive layer (5) applied to
at least one side of the backing (2, 3), characterised in that the
nonwoven is produced from an aromatic polyamide.
Cable and Cable Manufacturing Method
US Patent 12170158
Published December 17, 2024
Inventors: Toyomitsu Asakura, Tokyo, Japan; Eiji Konda,
Tokyo, Japan; and Yoshimitsu Kuroki, Tokyo, Japan
Assignee: Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
A metallic cable in-
cludes, in order from
an inner side thereof,
a plurality of coated
conduction wires, a
press winding tape, a
laminated tape and an
outer jacket. The outer
jacket is provided on an
outer circumference of
the laminated tape and
such that it covers the
outer circumference of the laminated tape. The outer jacket is
made of polyethylene having a density greater than or equal
to that of medium-density polyethylene (MDPE) (≥930 kg/
m3), and more preferably made of high-density polyethylene
(≥942 kg/m3). If polyethylene having a density that is equal to
or greater than that of MDPE is used to form the outer jacket,
the temperature that is appropriate for extruding MDPE ap-
proaches a bonding temperature range of the resin layer of
the laminated tape. The resin layer and the metal layer can
be bonded and joined together at an overlapped part, tightly
enclosing a cable core.
United States Patent and Trademark Offi ce (USPTO)
www.uspto.gov
Method for Forming Square-Wire Conductor
US Patent 12165782
Published December 10, 2024
Inventor: Wu Chen, Guangdong, China
Assignee: Hui Zhou Haiyun Electronics Co., Ltd.,
Guangdong, China
Disclosed is a method for forming a
square-wire conductor, which includes:
providing a circular conductor with a
diameter d; passing the conductor through
a gap of a longitudinal calendering roller
to longitudinally calender the conductor
up and down to form a conductor with fl at
upper and lower surfaces, the gap L1 of the
longitudinal calendering roller is 0.886 d
to 0.911 d; longitudinally and transversely
straightening the conductor; passing the
conductor through a gap of a transverse cal-
endering roller to transversely calender the
conductor left and right to form a conductor
with fl at left and right surfaces, the gap L2 of the transverse
calendering roller is 0.886 d to 0.911 d; and longitudinally
and transversely straightening the conductor.
High Resolution Headline Sonar Cable
US Patent 12164166
Published December 10, 2024
Inventor: Hjortur Erlendsson, Kopavogur, Iceland
Assignee: Hampidjan HF., Reykjavik, Iceland
Disclosed is a non-steel headline sonar cable having a strength
member [5] and a core
[1], the headline so-
nar cable comprising a
length of a core-cable
[10], the length of core-
cable (10] comprising
core [1] as well as com-
prising at least one fi b-
er-optic conductor [2] that is: [i] disposed in a helical shape;
and [ii] completely encased in a solid, fl exible material. Also
disclosed is a process for making a headline sonar cable. The
headline sonar cable is capable of being wound on a winch
under tensions and surging shocks experienced by a fi shing
trawler and provides high quality data signal transmission
and resolution so as to permit use for transmitting data from
high resolution sonars used to monitor fi sh caught in a fi sh
trawl during operation.
cludes, in order from
an inner side thereof,
a plurality of coated
conduction wires, a
press winding tape, a
laminated tape and an
outer jacket. The outer
jacket is provided on an
outer circumference of
the laminated tape and
a gap of a longitudinal calendering roller
to longitudinally calender the conductor
up and down to form a conductor with fl at
longitudinal calendering roller is 0.886 d
conductor left and right to form a conductor
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 65
Reduced Torque Wireline Cable
US Patent 12163394
Published December 10, 2024
Inventors: Joseph Varkey, Richmond, TX, USA; Mathew
Varghese, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Sheng Chang,
Sugar Land, TX, USA; and Tam Tran, Sugar Land, TX, USA
Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corporation,
Sugar Land, TX, USA
A wireline cable includes
an electrically conductive
cable core for transmitting
electrical power. The wire-
line cable further includes
an inner layer of a plurality
of first armor wires sur-
rounding the cable core and
an outer layer of a plural-
ity of second armor wires
surrounding the inner layer, wherein a diameter of the outer
layer of the plurality of second armor wires is smaller than a
diameter of the inner layer of the plurality of fi rst armor wires.
Compatibilized Polymeric Compositions
for Optical Fiber Cable Components
US Patent 12163014
Published December 10, 2024
Inventors: Karl M. Seven, Auburn, PA, USA;
Mohamed Esseghir, Lawrenceville, NJ, USA;
and Jeff rey M. Cogen, Flemington, NJ, USA
Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLC, Midland, MI, USA
A polymeric composition in-
cludes (a) 1 wt % to 45 wt %
of an ethylene-based polymer;
(b) 50 wt % to 90 wt % of a
polybutylene terephthalate
having a melt fl ow index from
21 g/10 min. to 35 g/10 min at
250 C and 2.16 Kg; and (c) 3.5
wt % to 10 wt % of a compati-
bilizer comprising a maleated
ethylene-based polymer and
ethylene n-butylacrylate gly-
cidyl methacrylate.
Signal Transmission Cable and Cable Assembly
US Patent 12159730
Published December 3, 2024
Inventors: Hiromitsu Kuroda, Tokyo, Japan; Tamotsu Sakurai,
Tamotsu, Tokyo, Japan; Yoshiki Nakade, Hitachi, Japan; De-
tian Huang, Tokyo, Japan; and Xinweilong Li, Tokyo, Japan
Assignee: Proterial, Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
A signal transmission cable includes a conductor, an insula-
tor covering a periphery of the conductor and a shield layer
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winding has a plurality of turns. The
fi rst wire winding is wound in a fi rst
direction with a fi rst pitch about a
longitudinal axis. The second wire
winding has a plurality of turns. The
second wire winding is wound in a
second direction, which is diff erent
from the fi rst direction, with a second
pitch about the longitudinal axis.
Turns of the plurality of turns of the
fi rst wire winding and corresponding turns of the plurality of
turns of the second wire winding cross one another in each
case at a fi rst crossing point in such a way that a plurality of
fi rst crossing points of the fi rst wire winding and the second
wire winding are present in the direction of the longitudinal
axis. The plurality of fi rst crossing points run at least ap-
proximately helically in the direction of the longitudinal axis.
Power Cable Assembly for a Power Distribution
System Having an Integrated Cooling System
US Patent 12154706
Published November 26, 2024
Inventors: Grzegoprz Porebski, Podłże, Poland;
Monika Pieszka-Lyson, Cracow, Poland; Dominik Kawalec,
Brzoskwinia, Poland; and Pawel Kozak, Cracow, Poland
Assignee: Aptiv Technologies AG, Schaff hausen, Switzerland
A power cable assembly and
a power distribution system
incorporate an integrated
cooling system. The power
cable assembly includes a
power cable core having an
electrical conductor, an elec-
trical conductor extending
longitudinally, a plurality of longitudinally extending cooling
pipes, and a thermal interface material (TIM) surrounding the
cooling pipes and electrical conductor. The TIM is confi gured
to thermally couple an external surface of the thermally con-
ductive wall of each cooling pipe with an external surface of
the insulating material of the electrical conductor such that the
heat generated at the electrical conductor is transferred to the
coolant medium circulating in the interior channel via the ex-
ternal surface of the cooling pipes over a heat transfer region.
Cable With Joints for the Connection
of Cable Armour Non-Metallic Elements
US Patent 12148551
Published November 19, 2024
Inventors: Enrico Maria Consonni, Milan, Italy;
and Federico Cordo′, Milan, Italy
Assignee: Prysmian S.p.A., Milan, Italy
The present disclosure relates to a cable comprising a cable
core and an armor, the armor being formed by a plurality
covering a periphery of the insulator. The shield layer includes
a lateral winding shield portion composed of a plurality of
metal wires being helically wrapped around the periphery
of the insulator to cover the periphery of the insulator, and a
batch plating portion composed of a hot dip plating, which
is covering a periphery of the lateral winding shield portion.
Where a diameter of the metal wire is d and a thickness of the
batch plating portion from an outer surface of the metal wire
is t, a formula t<0.5d is met over an entire cable circumfer-
ence. When the signal transmission cable is bent in a U-shape
within a range of a bending strain of 35% or less, no cracks
occur in the batch plating portion.
Charging Cable
US Patent 12159735
Published December 3, 2024
Inventors: Naehyun Park, Seoul, South Korea;
and Jiho Lee, Seoul, South Korea
Assignee: LG Electronics Inc., Seoul, South Korea
The present embodiment
comprises an outer tube; and
at least one charging line dis-
posed inside the outer tube,
in which an outer fl ow path
through which cooling fl uid
passes is formed between the
outer tube and the at least one
charging line, the charging
line comprises at least one
charging conductor; and an
insulating body surrounding the outer circumference of the
at least one charging conductor, and in which an inner fl ow
path through which cooling fl uid passes is formed in the
insulating body.
Cable Shielding
US Patent 12154704
Published November 26, 2024
Inventors: Arno Frahmann, Kleefeld, Germany;
Maik Stratmann, Friesoythe, Germany;
Hüseyin Turan, Garrel, Germany
Assignee:Bizlink Industry Germany GmbH, Roth, Germany
A cable shielding and an electrical conductor having such
a cable shielding are provided. The cable shielding has a
fi rst wire winding and a second wire winding. The fi rst wire
The present embodiment
comprises an outer tube; and
through which cooling fl uid
fi rst wire winding is wound in a fi rst
second direction, which is diff erent
from the fi rst direction, with a second
A power cable assembly and
incorporate an integrated
cooling system. The power
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 67
of consecutive
sections of non-
metallic tensile
elements wound
around the ca-
ble core, each
section includ-
ing a fi rst non-
metallic tensile
element connected to a second non-metallic tensile element
of the consecutive sections by a joint comprising a fi rst socket
and a second socket, each of said sockets comprising a fl at
body extending longitudinally along a longitudinal axis (S)
between a proximal end and a distal end and comprising an
inner through bore between a proximal aperture at the proxi-
mal end and a distal aperture at the distal end, the fi rst and
second non-metallic tensile elements having an end portion
being housed in the inner through bore of respectively the
fi rst and second socket by the proximal aperture and secured
therein by a bonding material, and each inner through bore
being shaped to translationally and rotationally lock the bond-
ing material; an interconnecting device translationally and
rotationally locked in the distal apertures of the fi rst and the
second sockets and allowing the sockets to relatively rotate
exclusively around at least one rotation axis (R) perpendicular
to a plane where the socket body longitudinal axes (S) of the
fi rst and the second sockets lie.
Polymeric Compounds for Cable Coatings
and Processes for Producing Same
US Patent 12142395
Published November 12, 2024
Inventors: Mohamed Esseghir, Lawrenceville, NJ, USA;
and Anurima Singh, Manvel, TX, USA
Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLC, Midland, MI, USA
Coated conductors having a conductor at least partially
surrounded by a polymeric composition. The polymeric
composition contains a broad-molecular-weight-distribution
high-density ethylene-based polymer and a narrow-molec-
ular-weight-distribution linear-low-density ethylene-based
polymer, and has a density of at least 0.95 g/cm.sup.3. Also
disclosed are processes for preparing the polymeric composi-
tion and for making the coated conductors. Further disclosed
are articles of manufacture containing the same.
Cable Crimp Head
US Patent 12142887
Published November 12, 2024
Inventors: Qi Zhou, Shanghai, China;
and Jinan Chen, Shanghai, China
Assignee: Ridge Tool Company, Elyria, OH, USA
The present disclosure relates to a crimper body and a crimper.
The crimper body is applied to the crimper for crimping
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elements wound
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one standard conductor and at least one capacitive conduc-
tor including integrated wire-shaped capacitors. The method
includes inserting a tool string including the capacitive cable
and an attached downhole EH tool into a wellbore and con-
ducting power from the surface to the downhole EH tool via
the standard conductor(s) of the capacitive cable. The method
also includes storing electrical energy downhole within the
capacitive conductor(s) of the capacitive cable, and activat-
ing the downhole EH tool to provide for the rapid release of
the electrical energy from the capacitive conductor(s) into
the downhole EH tool, initiating an electro-hydraulic event
within the wellbore.
Multi-Layer Fiber Optic Cable
with a Cured Gelling Material and
Methods of Making and Using Same
US Patent 12140473
Published November 12, 2024
Inventor: Michel LeBlanc, Houston, TX, USA
Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.,
Houston, TX, USA
A fi ber optic cable in the present
disclosure comprises: an outer
tube having an inner surface and
an outer surface; a fi ber in metal
tube (FIMT) comprising one
or more optical fi bers, wherein
the FIMT is disposed within the
outer tube, and wherein the outer
surface of the FIMT and the inner
surface of the outer tube form an
annular space; and a cured gelling
material in the annular space. By incorporating the cured gel-
ling material into the annular space, fl uid migration through
the annular space can be reduced, and sheer stress for strain
coupling of the FIMT and the outer tube can be increased.
PoE Cable
US Patent 12136499
Published November 5, 2024
Inventors: Kyung Ho Ha, Daegu, South Korea;
and Sang Sik Shin, Daegu, South Korea
Assignee: LS Cable & System Ltd., Anyang-si, South Korea
An Power over Ethernet (POE)
which satisfies a Power-over-
Ethernet plus (PoE+) power trans-
mission characteristics and a data
transmission rate of 1 Gigabits per
second (Gbps) without an amplifi -
cation device, such as an additional
hub, at a distance of up to 200 me-
ters, and to which an existing com-
mercial connector is applicable.
cables. The crimper body in-
cludes a body, which includes
a fi xed mold holder provided
at one end of an upper portion
of the body, and a protector.
The protector is mounted to
the body to reinforce and fi x
the fi xed mold holder to rest of
the body over the entire length of the fi xed mold holder. The
present disclosure further relates to the crimper including the
crimper body. The crimper can eff ectively prevent fragments
of the crimper body from dispersing when broken, and has the
advantages of compact structure, light weight and low cost.
Device and Method for Twisting Single Cables
US Patent 12142391
Published November 12, 2024
Inventor: Michael Drab, Unteraegeri, Switzerland
Assignee: Komax Holding AG, Dierikon, Switzerland
A device and a method twist single cables about a twisting
axis to form a cable bundle along an extension axis. The
device includes single rotating units, which are spaced from
one another at a variable distance, for separately holding ca-
ble ends at one end of the single cables, wherein each single
rotating unit is mounted rotatably about an associated pivot
axis, wherein each pivot axis runs substantially perpendicular
to the extension axis of the cable bundle; a twisting unit for
holding and twisting cable ends at the other end of the single
cables; and a distance-adjusting apparatus for adjusting the
variable distance.
Capacitive Cable for a Downhole
Electro-Hydraulic Tool
US Patent 12139972
Published November 12, 2024
Inventors: Michaerl C. Romer, The Woodlands, TX, USA;
Matthew P. Spiecker, Manvel, TX, USA; Peter A. Gordon,
Yardley, PA, USA; and Dragan Stojkovic, Spring, TX, USA
Assignee: ExxonMobil Technology and
Engineering Company, Spring, TX, USA
A capacitive cable, as well as a method for operating a down-
hole electro-hydraulic (EH) tool using the capacitive cable,
are described herein. The capacitive cable includes at least
a fi xed mold holder provided
the fi xed mold holder to rest of
A fi ber optic cable in the present
disclosure comprises: an outer
tube having an inner surface and
outer tube, and wherein the outer
surface of the FIMT and the inner
transmission rate of 1 Gigabits per
Electrical Multi-Core Cable Crimp Ferrule,
and Crimping Method
US Patent 12136777
Published November 5, 2024
Inventor: Dominik Klingler, Bensheim, Germany
Assignee: TE Connectivity Germany GmbH,
Bensheim, Germany
A crimp ferrule in-
cludes an assembly
portion assembled on
a non-circular inter-
nal cross section of a
multi-core cable and
a diameter compensa-
tion portion forming a circular external cross section of the
crimp ferrule on the multi-core cable. The assembly portion
and the diameter compensation portion are arranged succes-
sively in an axial direction of the crimp ferrule.
Cable Reel
US Patent 12134541
Published November 5, 2024
Inventors: Fred Dowd, Princeton, MA, USA;
Roger L. Cleveland, Jr., Arlington, TX, USA;
and Jack David Hartman, McKinney, TX, USA
Assignee: Technology Container Corp., Desoto, TX, USA
A cable reel for retaining a continuous length of cable is
preferably constructed using an inexpensive plastic material,
such as corrugated plastic. In one embodiment, the cable reel
includes a hollow tubular core with a set of outward radial tabs
integrally formed at each of its ends. A single, disc-shaped,
interior support fl ange is mounted within the interior of the
core in circumferential contact therewith to provide structural
rigidity. Additionally, on each end of the core, an annular
inner fl ange and a disc-shaped outer fl ange are disposed in
coaxial alignment with one another against opposing surfaces
of its corresponding set of radial tabs and are fi xedly secured
together as part of the assembly process. The multi-fl ange
construction enables the thickness, diameter and/or mate-
rial properties of the ends of the cable reel to be adjusted,
as needed, to accommodate the strength and dimensional
requirements of the intended application.
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 69
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Multicore Cable
US Patent 12131847
Published October 29, 2024
Inventors: Takumi Ooshima, Tochigi, Japan; Masayuki
Ishikawa, Tochigi, Japan; and Jo Yagisawa, Tochigi, Japan
Assignee: Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., Osaka, Japan
A multicore cable includes
power lines, and an outer
jacket covering the power
lines. The power lines in-
clude one fi rst conductor
disposed at a center, and
second conductors dis-
posed on an outer periph-
ery of the fi rst conductor,
that are twisted together.
Each of the fi rst and sec-
ond conductors includes 10 or more and 100 or less twisted
second element wires. A direction of lay of the fi rst element
wires of the fi rst conductor, a direction of lay of the second
element wires of the second conductor, and a direction of lay
of the fi rst conductor and the second conductors of the power
line are the same. A length of lay of the fi rst element wires and
a length of lay of the second element wires are greater than or
equal to 8 mm and less than or equal to 22 mm.
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power lines, and an outer
jacket covering the power
clude one fi rst conductor
disposed at a center, and
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Chroma Color Corporation
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Based on an IWCS 2024 Presentation
One of the commonly overlooked
aspects of color selection in the wire
& cable (W&C) industry is the impact
of color on a crosslinking process.
Pigments are chemically diverse, and
understanding their role in the crosslink-
ing reaction is of critical importance in
both the fi nished goods properties and
in the process itself. Chroma Color
Corporation, having supplied pigment
concentrates to the industry for decades,
has developed a detailed understanding
of what pigments should and should
not be used in moisture cure processes
and why.
Pigments are introduced for color-
coding purposes. These pigments are
added by way of color concentrates,
which blend the pigments with a suitable
carrier so that the W&C manufacturer
can incorporate them into the melt for
jacket or insulation. The use of con-
centrates eliminates handling of messy
powders and maximizes dispersion.
Thus, pigment concentrates are
necessary. But pro-
ducers of W&C
should recognize
that pigments are
also contaminants.
They might accel-
erate or deceler-
ate crosslinking
reactions. Some
pigments carry
moisture. Some
pigments are det-
rimental to electri-
cal or mechanical
properties of fin-
ished goods (while
others might even
be benefi cial). For
these reasons and
many others, it is
important to part-
ner with a color
concentrate manufacturer that can be
trusted to meet the technical require-
ments for this industry.
Moisture-cure polyethylenes are
turned into W&C insulation through a
2-step process. First, the silane peroxide
is grafted onto the polyethylene surface.
A Technology-Driven Approach to Color
Selection for Moisture-Cure Wire and Cable
TECH BRIEF
Second, the silane-PE is melt-blended
with a catalyst concentrate. Color con-
centrate gets blended into the melt at this
point. In the melt, side-reactions may
occur. The color concentrate could in-
troduce moisture or accelerate catalytic
activity to prematurely crosslink the
melt. This causes pinholes and scorching
which become spark failures. In extreme
cases, premature crosslinking clogs
screenpacks or plugs the wire crosshead,
shutting down production.
W&C manufacturers should work
with their concentrate supplier. Avoid
partial drums and rotate inventory. Make
sure your concentrate supplier is well
versed in the selection of pigments for
crosslinking applications.
The ChromaQuasar® product line
is an example of an eff ective techni-
cal solution for color incorporation.
As partners to the W&C industry for
decades, Chroma Color Corpora-
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serve customers through expertise in
fundamental scientifi c principles and
understanding of how these principles
can inform the W&C manufacturing
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January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 71
The Wire & Cable Manufacturers’ Alliance, Inc.
(WCMA) held its Annual Meeting on December 5th, at the
Downtown Hartford Marriott. In addition to the keynote
economic overview by John Traynor, Cambridge Trust,
WCMA added a new Panel Session which drew about 40
Young Professionals.
The Panel Session titled “The Next Generation’s Perspec-
tive - How to Succeed in the Wire & Cable Industry,” was
moderated by Steering Committee Chairperson, Trish Weis-
berg Erwin, Service Wire Co., and included Steering Com-
mittee members, Charles Glew, Cable Components Group/
Marmon; Paul Gemelli, Gem Gravure; Grant Campbell,
Multi/Cable; and the 2024 Young Professional Award Win-
ner, Carlie Crawford, Marmon Innovation & Technology
Group. The Panel shared their experiences and suggestions
on how to make wire and cable a rewarding career choice.
Weisberg Erwin noted “It was wonderful to connect with
many young professionals from our industry and discuss
ideas and tips on how to strive for our best. We look forward
to building on the momentum from the panel with upcoming
virtual programming and are always accepting new members.”
WCMA Annual Meeting &
Holiday Luncheon Report
72 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Wire & Cable Manufacturers Alliance annual event
adds Young Professional panel session, issues
awards and increases annual donations.
Ed Fenton
Executive Director
Wire & Cable Manufacturers’
Alliance, Inc. (WCMA)
Wethersel, CT, USA
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Above and below: WCMA panelists, left to right,
Carlie Crawford, Marmon Innovation & Technology Group;
Paul Gemelli, Gem Gravure; Grant Campbell, Multi/Cable;
Charles Glew, Cable Components Group/Marmon.
WCMA Panel moderator: Trish Weisberg Erwin,
Service Wire Co.
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 73
During the business meeting, Members approved its slate
of Ocers including Shane Berry, Service Wire Co., Presi-
dent; Peter Moran, Marmon IEI, Vice President; and Cheryl
Stewart, Secretary/Treasurer. Chris Venice, Marmon IEI,
who was recognized for his service as Association President
last year, is now Past President. Greg Smith, President, CEO,
International Wire, who completed his three year term, was
also recognized for his service as a Director. The Association’s
open Board position in its Materials category was lled by
Nate Schilberg, President and CFO, Prime Materials Recov-
ery. Directors who continue terms include Sue Welsh, Liaison
to Young Professionals, President (retired), Rubadue Wire;
Tom Artinian, CEO, TiniFiber; Adam Chase, CEO (retired),
Chase Corp.; Alberto Aguilar, President, Carris Reels; and
John Dogazzi, Managing Director, Sikora International.
Membership approved its annual donation to UCONN
Foundation, targeted for cancer research, and increased
scholarship donations to Wire Association’s Wire Foundation,
Continued...
WCMA members networking, more images on the next page.
Amber Schilberg, WCMA sta.
Keynote speaker: John Traynor, Cambridge Trust.
Ed Fenton, WCMA Executive Director.
Outgoing WCMA President, Chris Venice, Marmon IEI,
and 2024 WCMA Young Professional Award Winner,
Carlie Crawford, Marmon Innovation & Technology Group.
IWCS, and the Copper Club. Ed Fenton, Executive Direc-
tor, said, “We will donate over US$21,000 this year and our
number has increased year on year based on the generosity of
our members and guests who attend our events. There were
particularly generous amounts from James Monroe Wire &
Cable, International Wire, Gem Gravure and Chase Corp.”
WCMA Annual Meeting & Holiday Luncheon Report...continued
Finally, WCMA announced the recipients of the 2025 Dis-
tinguished Career Award at its Annual Meeting on December
5th. The 39th annual Awards Dinner and Investiture Ceremony
will take place on March 29th, 2025, in Hartford, Connecticut,
at the Downtown Hartford Marriott Hotel.
www.wcmainc.org
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Association Profi le:
Wire & Cable Manufacturers’ Alliance, Inc. (WCMA),
Wethersfi el, CT, USA, is a non-profi t corporate business
association serving manufacturers of low to high volt-
age electrical, electronic, and fi ber optic wire and cable
that have established manufacturing operations located
in North America. Corporate membership also includes
industry suppliers,
service providers,
affi liated compa-
nies and organi-
zations that support the industry, also having signifi cant
North American based operations. The Wire & Cable
Manufacturers’ Alliance was established in June 2004, as
the successor organization to the Wire & Cable Clubs of
America which began hosting events in the early 1980’s,
under the direction of the late Dick and Harriet Calla-
han, publishers of Wire Industry News. Daily operations,
including membership, fi nances and events, are managed
by Executive Director, Ed Fenton.WCMA is governed by
a Board of Directors elected via membership nomina-
tions. www.wcmainc.org
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page, provided by: Defi ning Studios & Defi ning Properties,
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Stranding Wire & Cable with Large
Cross Sections up to 500 mm²
Maschinenfabrik NIEHOFF GmbH & Co. KG
Walter-Niehoff-Strasse 2, 91126 Schwabach, Germany
Phone +49 9122 977-0/Fax +49 9122 977-155
info@niehoff.de
www.niehoff.de
Innovative
Solutions
Worldwide
on Site
Convincing
Quality
The new machine types D 1252, D 1602 and D 2002 for the production of conductors
and conductor ropes for energy cables with cross sections between 6 and 500 mm² like all
machines of the D series contain all crucial features modern bunching and stranding
machines have to offer. But we don’t just settle for that. In the D machines all machine
data are transferred via telemetry. An automatic traverse unit enables perfect winding and
paying-off from the spool. Sensors monitor the production process without interruption.
Additionally, the wires can be compacted. And the list could be continued. The new larger
machines of the D series can produce class 2 conductors (round standard and compacted)
as well as sector-shaped conductors with 90° and 120° (Cu and Al). They are capable of
producing class 5 & 6 fl exible conductors as well as automotive/battery cables according to
IEC 60228 and insulated conductors of diameters up to 25 mm, even in layer construction.
Benefi t from all advantages the machines offer: a perfectly reproducible product quality,
minimum materials usage and energy consumption as well as outstanding effi ciency –
for your fast return on investment.
Expertise, Customer Driven, Service – in Good Hands with NIEHOFF
2024: A Year of Expansion - New Capabilities,
New Geographies and New Off erings
2024 was a great year for CRU’s Base and Battery Metals
business, of which the Wire and Cable team is a central pil-
lar. We grew our team of analysts by almost 50%, expanded
our footprint across fi ve continents and introduced several
new services covering the battery value chain as well as
our traditional commodities. This team is vital in supplying
reliable data on copper and aluminum supply, demand and
prices, aligning with the growing emphasis on electrifi cation.
Our Wire and Cable team, mirroring the changes across the
business, expanding our presence into North America while
strengthening the team in India and China – key markets for
both metallic and fi ber optic cables – and bringing industry
pedigree into our European team, a region shaped by complex
regulations.
With new analysts come with new ideas, we have revamped
our products to adapt to emerging market dynamics such as
increasing the frequency of our Electricity Transmission Ser-
vice (focused on HV and EHV cables). We also made major
inroads into integrating new expertise from related divisions,
including our Power Transition and Sustainability teams,
alongside our already well-established relationships with our
industry-leading copper and aluminum expertise.
2025: Adapting with the Industry to the
Global Challenges and Opportunities
Our industry is witnessing transformative change, driven
by global emissions targets, geopolitical power shifts and rapid
technological advancements. As a result, while global cable
consumption is growing
steadily, and variable and
dynamic regional trends
are evident. Asia-Pacifi c
continues to lead with
robust infrastructure and
electrifi cation investment,
while China focuses on
balancing domestic re-
covery while servicing
its export markets. North
America and Europe are
navigating the implica-
tions of high interest
rates alongside policy
challenges to support re-
newable energy and data
centre growth.
Expansion, Global Challenges and Opportunities
76 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Team of analysts grows by nearly 50% with
a research footprint across fi ve continents
that off ers several new services.
Alongside this, regional protectionism and shifting trade
fl ows continue to present signifi cant challenges for the wire
and cable industry, disrupting established supply chains and
forcing companies to adapt by localizing production and
diversifying sources of raw materials. Despite these hurdles,
the industry remains at the forefront of enabling the global
energy transition and the GenAI-led computing revolution.
CRU’s Wire and Cable team is entering 2025 with team
of analysts and suite of services that has never been stronger.
With our expanded capabilities and a truly global footprint,
we continue to have our fi ngers fi rmly on the pulse of this
rapidly evolving global market. As new trends emerge, we
are uniquely positioned to respond, as we did by enhancing
our data centre analysis to capture the impacts of GenAI on
optical fi bre cable and metallic wire and cable demand.
Key to the quality of our work is the close partnerships
we have with stakeholders from across the entire global wire
and cable value chain, including associations and policy
makers. Engaging in one-on-one briefi ngs, at conferences or
during primary research visits to regions like China, where
overcapacity and intense competition shape the landscape,
are essential. The eff orts we collectively make to build these
trusting relationships ultimately translate into a deeper under-
standing of market nuances and the level of confi dence that
the industry can truly have in our insights.
The year ahead promises to be a fascinating one in so many
ways. With our unique market knowledge, focus on collabora-
tion, and unparalleled data and analysis, we are looking forward
to helping our clients navigate all that 2025 off ers us, as we
have done over the past three decades.
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Chenfei Wang
Head of Wire and Cable
Base Metals, CRU
Shanghai, China
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Wire and Cable Market Team
Wire and Cable
Chenfei Wang
Head of Wire and Cable
+86 21 6379 3322 (Shanghai)
chenfei.wang@crugroup.com
Natalie Noor-
Drugan
Principal Analyst, Wire and Cable
+44 20 7903 2421 (London)
natalie.noor-drugan@crugroup.com
Aisling Hubert
Senior Analyst, Wire and Cable
+1 724 201 0000 (Chicago)
aisling.hubert@crugroup.com
Joseph Gil
Senior Analyst, Wire and Cable
+44 20 7903 2044 (London)
joseph.gil@crugroup.com
Vishnu Patidar
Senior Analyst, Wire and Cable
+91 22 4504 5757 (New Delhi)
vishnu.patidar@crugroup.com
Egest Balla
Research Analyst, Wire and Cable
+1 724 201 8166 (Pittsburgh)
egest.balla@crugroup.com
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+86 21 6379 3326 (Shanghai)
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Principal Analyst, Copper
+44 20 7903 2119 (London)
robert.edwards@crugroup.com
Ross Strachan
Principal Analyst, Aluminium
+44 20 7903 2126 (London)
ross.strachan@crugroup.com
Simon Morris
Head of Base and Battery Metals
+44 20 7903 2248 (London)
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When choosing welding equipment, reliability, durability
and ease of operation are priorities for wire and cable manu-
facturers looking to save time and eort and improve product
quality. Strong, reliable welds not only help manufacturers
to improve productivity and minimise downtime, they also
reduce waste.
Cold weld specialist, PWM, which designs, manufactures
and supplies cold welding machines and dies worldwide,
makes its precision-engineered products in-house and tests
them stringently throughout manufacture to ensure accuracy.
Responding to Market Needs
With its own design and development facility on-site,
PWM can respond promptly to changing market needs, adapt-
ing existing products or creating new machines and dies as
required. In addition to its established range of cold welders
for wire and rod, the company has developed specialist ma-
chines for materials that are more challenging to weld, such
as thin strip and complex prole.
Faster Way to Weld Complex Prole
The TR45 cold welder for trapezoidal wire up to 45 mm²
(0.0697 in2) was launched at wire 2024. Mounted on a cart,
the machine can be moved easily to the work area, saving ef-
fort and reducing downtime. No setup is necessary: no heat
setting or gap setting needs to be made, and no spring pressure
needs to be set. In addition, the TR45 is very straightforward
to use, enabling even untrained operators to produce consistent
high-quality welds. Powered by compressed air, the TR45 is
energy-ecient and cost-eective to operate.
Speedier Strip Welding
A second specialist machine, the ST40, has been devel-
oped by PWM specically for copper and aluminum strip
used on armoring lines. Mobile and compact, the ST40 will
weld nonferrous material up to a maximum width of 45 mm
Smarter Solutions for Welding
Non-Ferrous Strip and Prole
78 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Specialist cold welders speed process
and reduce costs.
PWM’s TR45 cold welder for trapezoidal wire.
Steve Mepsted, Managing and Sales Director
PWM Ltd.
Belmont Farm Business Centre
Bethersden, Kent TN26 3DY UK
www.pwmltd.co.uk
PWM’s ST40 strip welder with vertical welding head;
above and below.
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 79
Company Prole:
PWM Ltd, Kent, England, formed in 1984, is a world mar-
ket leader in the design, manufacture and supply of cold
pressure welding machines and dies. The company oper-
ates from two sites in Kent, southeast England. PWM’s
product portfolio includes small, lightweight hand-held
manual machines for ne wire up to 1.20 mm (0.047");
manual and powered models that can be used on a work-
bench or supplied with a cart for wire 0.30 to 6.50 mm
(0.0118" to 0.256") and large, freestanding rod welders
for material up to 30 mm (1.181"). Cold welding dies are
individually made in matched sets in industry standard
sizes or can be custom made by PWM’s skilled engineers
to suit specic applications. www.pwmltd.co.uk
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(1.772") and a minimum thickness of
0.25 mm (0.00984"), depending on the
material properties. To suit dierent
applications and product set-ups, the
machine head can be used in either a
horizontal position or a vertical posi-
tion on the cart.
Power Savers
Equipment and processes that help
reduce power consumption continue
to be important for wire and cable
manufacturers as they transition to
greener production. Cold welders are
far more energy-ecient than electri-
cal butt welders, particularly when
welding rod, and the process is quicker
and easier. Powered by advanced hy-
draulic or pneumatic systems, PWM’s
rod welders for material up to 30 mm
(1.181"), use little electrical energy
and oer signicant cost savings. The
pneumatic EP500, for rod 5 to 15 mm
(0.197" to 0.590"), can be connected
to either a central air supply or a dedi-
cated compressor. Electrical power (a
single-phase electrical supply between
100 and 240 volts) is only required for
the control system, which the operator
uses to set the weld parameters. Advice and Support
PWM’s UK-based team provides technical advice and
support on cold welding applications and a personal sales and
export service. The company’s global network of experienced
agents oers customers professional support on-site. Video
demonstrations of PWM’s products can be viewed on the
company’s multi-language website.
For more information, contact PWM or Joe Snee Associ-
ates at joe@jsnee.com or 774-991-0504. Joe Snee Associates,
Inc. is the exclusive United States and Canadian distributor
for PWM. www.pwmltd.co.uk
Above and below left: The energy-ecient EP500 for wire
5 to 15 mm (0.197" to 0.590").
SHOWCASE MACHINERY
Pointing Machines
Bestselling Portfolio
With more than two centuries of
expertise, Lämneå Bruk, Ljusfallsham-
mar, Sweden, has established itself as
one of the leading companies in the wire
industry. Specializing exclusively in
wire machinery, the Swedish company is
committed to intelligent customization
and user-friendliness and maximiz-
ing benefi ts and profi tability for their
international customers. As one of the
leading suppliers of welding wire appli-
cations, 60% of their machines are sold
in this specialized sector, refl ecting their
deep understanding of the industry’s
needs. From complete production lines
to customized single machine solutions,
Lämneå Bruk delivers excellence at
every stage.
Lämneå Bruk is known for its inno-
vative No Twist Coilers but one of its
bestselling machines for many years is
its Pointing Machine portfolio—an es-
sential tool for wire preparation. These
machines efficiently point the wire,
preparing it for subsequent processes
such as wire drawing and shaving. The
portfolio includes fi ve compact Pointing
Machines and the robust Heavy-Duty
Pointer LPM 16-4, accommodating in-
put wire diameters from 2 up to 16 mm.
Designed with the operator in mind,
these machines feature:
• Safe and Easy Operation: Acces-
sible controls for start, stop, emer-
gency stop and overload protection
ensure seamless and secure usage.
• Versatility and Mobility: Smaller
machines are equipped with wheels
and adjustable tables, providing
ease of transport and adaptability
for workshop environments.
• Superior Performance: Built on
strong, welded frames with inter-
nally synchronized cogwheels,
these machines guarantee excep-
tional durability and precision.
For heavy-duty applications, the
LPM 16-4 stands out with its ability to
tilt during operation, eliminating manual
wire handling and producing fl awlessly
smooth and round results.
To learn more about Lämneå Bruk’s
welding wire applications and point-
ing machine portfolio, contact its
dedicated sales team for a quote at
sales@lamnea.se, visit compay website
at, or meet the company at wire & Tube
Mexico 2025, Booth G-335.
www.lamnea.com
Welding & Pointing
Used Equipment Available
Wire and Plastic Machinery Cor-
poration of Bristol, CT, USA, has a
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full range of used welding and point-
ing/stringing equipment available
within their 3 million feet2 of warehouse
space. Welding equipment originally
from Kelsey-Hayes, Micro-Product,
PWM, Strecker, BWE and MG Steele
and Pointer/Stringers made by Syncro,
SAMP, MacBee, Cook, Krollman, La-
ribee, Morgan, Sjogren and Vaughn
are available from each of its fi ve USA
Warehouse locations. A variety of cus-
tom built units are also available. Wire
and Plastic Machinery can supply units
in AS IS condition or can retrofi t to
operational condition or completely re-
furbish to OEM specifi cation. Wire and
Plastic Machinery will typically off er 90
day warranty for checked operational
equipment and up to one year warranty
on equipment fully refurbished.
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Syncro Pointer Stringer located in their
Wadesboro, NC, USA Warehouse.
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Top Products of 2024
Top Products of 2024
The WCTI Editorial Staff did not test these products and is not attempting to endorse
them. We do however, applaud these product developments and marketing eff orts.
These are the winners in our 28th annual article on the top
products of the past year.* Results are based on selection by the
Wire & Cable Technology International (WCTI) Editorial Staff .
* to be eligible, products must have appeared editorially in WCTI in 2024
82 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Cold Welding Machine for Trapezoidal Wire
British company Pressure Welding Machines (PWM) Ltd.,
off ers a cold welding machine for trapezoidal wire. The
new TR45 cold welder is
designed specifi cally for
non-ferrous trapezoidal
wire used in the build-
up of sub-sea cables. The
machine has a footprint
of 750 x 610 mm (29" x
24") and is mobile, so
can be moved easily to
the work area. Powered
by an advanced air/hy-
draulic system, the TR45
will weld trapezoidal
material up to 45 mm².
www.pwmltd.co.uk
No Twist Coiler Multi-Wire Take-Up
Lämneå Bruk, Ljusfallshammar, Sweden, off ers its lat-
est innovation, the No Twist Coiler Multi-Wire Take-Up
machine. This new addition off ers advanced capabilities
tailored to meet the evolving needs of wire manufactur-
ers. The No Twist Coiler Multi-Wire Take-Up is designed
to handle a variety of in-line, multi-wire operations, pro-
viding fl exibility and effi ciency in production processes.
It is particularly well-suited for use in post-annealing or
annealing galvanizing processes, ensuring optimal per-
formance across diff erent wire types, including low and
high-tensile variants.
A notable feature of the machine is its twist-free wire tech-
nology, which maintains the quality standards of the wire
throughout the coiling process. This ensures consistency
and reliability in the fi nal product, meeting the stringent
requirements of customers in various industries.
www.lamnea.se
360° Three-Dimensional Detection Technology
LaserLinc, Fairborn, OH, USA, develops cu ing-edge FlawSense technology solutions. The fi rst of its kind, FlawSense
technology harnesses the power of laser-line triangulation, which delivers an unparalleled, true 360-degree three-dimen-
sional inspection of products. In real-time, fl awSense technology
quickly identifi es surface defects such as cracks, bumps, pits,
wrinkles and scratches. The system’s intelligence promptly relays
defect size and location to operators during production, enabling
the swift removal of fl awed material. FlawSense technology also
ensures the most precise diameter and ovality measurements,
ensuring adherence to the highest product quality standards. This
technology solution stands out for its ease of use, adaptability
and accuracy compared to traditional 2-D camera-based vision
systems and variable, labor-intensive manual inspection methods.
Operators can effi ciently detect defects, saving time and materials,
regardless of product shape, orientation or ambient light condi-
tions. Moreover, FlawSense technology archives defect data for 3D
playback and visualization, off ering invaluable process insights
for continuous improvement. FlawSense technology solutions
are reliably up to 50 times more accurate than vision systems and
laser micrometers. The versatility of FlawSense extends across
various applications, including subterranean and undersea fi ber
optic cables, complex armored cables, power cables, building
wires and tubing for critical cables, to name a few. Its custom-
ization capabilities allow operators to intuitively save measure-
ment se ings, facilitating future reuse and quick changeovers to
streamline the inspection process, making it the preferred solution
for industries emphasizing effi ciency, consistency and accuracy.
www.laserlinc.com
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 83
Continued...
Intelligent Pre-Heating: Improves the Extrusion Process
Nordson Measurement & Control Solutions (formerly NDC Technologies),
Dayton, OH, USA, launched a new intelligent pre-heating technology that
“will revolutionize the production of extruded cables.” The new Nordson
Smart Temp Pre-Heater makes the extrusion process faster and easier, im-
proving product quality and productivity. It comes with a host of features –
including a touch-screen display, integrated temperature control, easy recipe
setup, auto-range selection, multi-directional line heating and more. As the
name suggests, the Smart Temp is smart and uses high-frequency preheat-
ing to apply the optimum heat cycles to the wire. This ensures consistent
heating along the length of the wire, regardless of speed. It is designed to
minimize power losses, using all the input power to heat the wire and meet
the unique temperature requirements of your process. With Smart Temp, you
can store up to 50 material types, automatically adjusting the voltage to the
wire based on the type of material selected. Smart Temp also off ers a wide
range of dry contact and analog inputs and outputs. Safety and durability
are built in, with wire break detection as standard. The sliding door locks
electronically to conceal the wire path for safety. An internal temperature
controller allows for precision closed-loop temperature control of the wire,
and this data can be used for quality control. www.ndc.com
LSFOH Formulation Helps Prevent Stress Cracking in Armored Cables
Avient Corporation, Pommerloch, Luxembourg, off ers the addition of a new grade to its ECCOH™ Low Smoke and Fume
Non-Halogen Formulations portfolio. The new ECCOH 5983 Formulation is developed to help prevent environmental
stress cracking in low and medium-voltage armored power cables,
protecting power supply and avoiding costly damage. The new EC-
COH 5983 formulation can help prevent stress cracking in armored
cables installed in environments with high-temperature variations
by off ering high tear strength and elongation at break over a tem-
perature range from -25°C to 90°C. The new formulation surpasses
all specifi cations associated with the BS 7655-6.1:1997 standard, in-
cluding the most stringent LTS 1 classifi cation, even for complex de-
signs and armored cables. The ECCOH 5983 formulation is current-
ly manufactured in Europe and is commercially available globally.
www.avient.com
A New Era in Roll Stand Calibration
Continuus-Properzi S.p.A., Milano, Italy, off ers its
newest ‘tool’ for calibrating the work rolls within
Properzi rolling trains in the new E-Vision System.
This new system provides the work rolls mounted in a
given rolling stand and specifi cally highlights the cavity
between the work rolls, in order to measure the position
of each roll in order to best facilitate the calibration of
the work rolls. During the calibration procedure, the
operator adjusts the position of each work roll in the
rolling stand through a repeated trial and test sequence
consisting of manual adjustments and verifi cations of the desired roll position, until all the roll profi les are properly aligned
relative to each other and are perfectly centered with respect to the rolling axis. The E-Vision System provides a digitalized,
more advanced alternative to the traditional Optical Projector Systems. This new system renders the work roll calibration
procedure less subjective, faster, easier and more accurate. The system is comprised of two elements, the Camera assembly
and the Backlight assembly, which get mounted on the rolling stand that is to be calibrated. These elements are much
smaller, lighter and easier to handle compared to the corresponding elements of the traditional optical projectors. A 12"
Tablet, supplied with the System, provides a much higher resolution image of the area that is crucial to the calibration of
the rolls. Its application software delivers several new powerful features which include zooming in and out, graduated
reference grids, centering and rotation of the image, reference target profi le and tolerance bands. www.properzi.com
Avient’s new ECCOH™ 5983 formulation helps prevent stress cracking in low and medium-voltage armored power cables.
Top Products of 2024...
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Top Products of 2024...
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New Compounds: Auto, Low Voltage, Fiber Optic
Melos GmbH, Melle, Germany, off ers a new compound for the automotive sector: Mecoline I RDX 5267 F. This radiation-
crosslinkable insulation compound has been specifi cally developed for ISO 6722 T4 Class D applications and features
an innovative formulation that is particularly suited to thin-walled structures. Mecoline I RDX 5267 F sets new stan-
dards in various areas and is establishing itself as a high-
performance material in the automotive industry. Thanks
to its excellent temperature resistance, the compound is
suitable for use under extreme conditions in the engine
compartment. Reliable cable performance is assured by its
outstanding resistance to engine fl uids, and an extra mea-
sure of safety is provided by the highest fl ame retardancy
standards. Exceptional abrasion resistance ensures the
longevity of the cables, even under the most challenging
conditions. Additionally, the compound leaves a mark in
excellent electrical properties. The combination of these
outstanding features underlines the performance of I RDX
5267 F. www.melos-gmbh.com
Innovative Product Made From
Recycled Plastic
Spazzolplastica North America LLC, Stow, OH, USA,
off ers an innovative product made from recycled plastic
that is revolutionizing the European and USA markets:
shipping saving, optimized storage and a sustainable life
cycle that protects the environment. Spazzolplastica North
America introduces drums made entirely from recycled
plastic, off ering a complete reuse cycle that reprocesses
used materials into new products. The conical design
optimizes storage and transportation spaces, reducing as-
sociated costs. Thanks to KoniK, the company is driven by a
philosophy of circular economy and reduced environmen-
tal impact. It off ers effi cient and sustainable solutions that
meet the needs of various industries, ensuring both quality
and innovation. Its conical shape and recycled material
allow us to off er a full customer service. KoniK drums are
optimized for savings in transportation and storage thanks
to their stackable capacity. Additionally, their reusability
ensures prolonged use over time. At the end of their life
cycle, the material of the drums can be reprocessed to create
new products, ensuring continuous environmental respect.
www.konikdrum.it/en.html
Technology to Phosphate Wire
Hangzhou XZB developed a new technology to phosphate
wire that allows for the coating of stainless steel as well.
XZB has developed the new method to phosphate in a
production line, and it has developed special purpose
chemicals for the stainless wire phosphating. Now phos-
phated stainless steel wire was successfully developed by
Hangzhou XZB and is available in the market, ready for
mass production. en.xzbco.com • www.cpmgmbh.com
The WCTI Editorial Staff did not test these products and is not attempting to endorse
them. We do however, applaud these product developments and marketing eff orts.
84 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
SEM image of phosphate fi lm.
Finished stainless phosphate wire.
Wire and Cable Surface Inspection System
FUTEC Europe GmbH, Germany, off ers an optoelectronic
100% online wire and cable surface inspection system
using only one CCD line scan camera. The system is fore-
seen for outer diameters from 0.5 to 60 mm and can be
easily integrated into existing production lines without
having to modify them. When a wire or cable is pass-
ing through, the system captures small surface defects
such as scratches, cracks, pores and notches, even those
not visible to the human eye, as well as contaminations,
registers their size, shape, position and number and dis-
plays these defects simultaneously on a screen. The line
operator recognizes when tolerance limits are exceeded
and can take corrective actions in the production process.
The surface inspection system can be combined with other
systems such as eddy current testing, geometry measuring
and marking devices. www.futeceurope.com
New Automatic Cut and Transfer System
Reel Power Industrial, Oklahoma City, OK, USA, a leading
manufacturer of reel and
coiling solutions, pro-
vides a new Automatic
Cut and Transfer system
(ACT-26) for coiling and
spooling up to 1000 FPM.
Off ering the best tension
control and precision mil-
itary winding, these sys-
tems are highly fl exible
with specifi c application
customization. The ACT-
26 can accommodate dif-
ferent coil sizes and confi gurations, providing fl exibility to
meet diverse production needs. www.reelpowerind.com
Profi le Wire Rolling Technology
for Copper and Aluminum
DEM, Pavia di Udine (UD), Italy, off ers rolling mills and
drawing lines as well as integrated facilities that include
extrusion lines and annealing facilities. DEM rolling mills
can be equipped with fl a ening and edging as well as 4-roll
precision stands, often called turk-heads, roll-driven or
with wire pulled by capstans, all in 5 or 7 stand confi gura-
tion. Facilities for removal of dust from wire surface and
perfect laying high-speed coiling complement the lines.
DEM rolling technology stands out of the crowd as it
achieves: Higher speed (1400 m/min) by rolling, compared
to drawing or extrusion, and longer life of rolls, compared
to dies (thus higher effi ciency due to less maintenance and
no need for extraordinary interventions).
Perfect coiling of fl at wire, inclusive profi les as small as
0.5 x 1.0 mm, guaranteed at the highest production speed.
Outstanding tolerance: thickness of 0.002 mm, width and
corners below standard with perfect transition from round
to plane, guaran-
teed tolerance for
the whole lots in-
clusive of large lots
(i.e., 10 tons) due to
negligible wear of
tools.Dimensional
and surface quality
as demanded by
the enameling pro-
cess for defect-free
electric insulation.
A newly developed stand-alone rolling module, very
compact and versatile, to be implemented in existing and
new enameling lines to reach perfect integration in such a
ceaseless process, is now available on the market. A break-
through for the fabrication of fl at wire used as hairpins in
e-mobility power engines. www.demgroup.com
Topography Scanner
Maillefer Extrusion Oy, Vantaa, Finland, off ers its Topog-
raphy Scanner: a concept for online geometry and surface
measurement of
the insulated ca-
ble core. This de-
vice combines the
online measure-
ment of the cable
core roundness
with the length-
wise waviness
measurement. Au-
tomated surface
defect detection is
also included.
www.maillefer.net
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Stator winding with hairpins.
Maillefer Topography Scanner.
The interior of the compact camera box showing the high-speed
CCD line scan camera and the mirror section.
Eddy Current Test Instrument
Magnetic Analysis Corp. (MAC), Elmsford, New York, USA, off ers the
Minimac® II, the latest addition to MAC’s range of eddy current test instru-
ments for detecting surface and sub-surface defects such as laps, slivers and
cracks in non-ferrous and ferrous wire and rod. It features an embedded
processor host computer, and can be supplied with one or two test chan-
nels. The Minimac’s versatility lends itself well to being used in a broad
range of applications in wire and rod mills during production. MAC can
supply test coils as small as 0.013" ID. Other applications for the Minimac
II include testing continuous cast small diameter copper rod, installed
just before the coiler, but after the rod is produced and drawn down to
smaller diameters. The tester can assess grade, using MAC’s Grading Software to automatically categorize the quality level
of individual segments and entire coils of wire and rod, during production. In another application, a Minimac II can be
installed in a wire mill as fi nish inspection of zirconium, copper and beryllium copper alloys to detect defects including
surface fl aws in plating and sub-surface anomalies in bonding, and inclusions in multiple layers in wire ranging from
0.033" to 0.25" (0.838 to 6.35 mm) diameter. A noise cancelling test coil and bushings provide improved performance by
minimizing noise from mechanical vibration in the wire which otherwise might interfere with the test. www.mac-ndt.com
Low-Carbon Aluminum: Revolutionary Process Eliminates Direct Greenhouse Emissions
Nexans, Paris, France, and Alcoa, Pi sburgh, PA, USA, reported that Alcoa supplies Nexans with low-carbon alumi-
num from ELYSIS™, a revolutionary process that eliminates all direct greenhouse gas emissions from the traditional
smelting process. Nexans says that is the world’s fi rst
cable manufacturer to use metal from the breakthrough
ELYSIS process, which replaces all greenhouse gas emis-
sions with oxygen. Aluminum rod produced from ELYSIS
technology will have lower CO2 emmissions. The technol-
ogy uses proprietary materials, including inert anodes,
fi rst developed at the Alcoa Technical Center near Pi s-
burgh, PA, USA. That research and development work
became the technological basis for ELYSIS, a technology
partnership that is working to ramp up the process to
commercial scale. Aluminum rod produced with this
breakthrough ELYSIS technology could eliminate a sig-
nifi cant portion of carbon dioxide emissions in the future.
www.nexans.com • www.alcoa.com/products/elysis
Innovative Length Measuring Device
SIKORA AG, Bremen, Germany, off ers the LM SMART which stands for smart length measurement, and it expands
SIKORA’s product range with an innovative length measuring device. The system measures
lengths without contact and with extraordinary accuracy of 0.05%. Compared to conven-
tional contact-based solutions, there is no slippage or wear. Once the device has been con-
fi gured, no further calibration is required. The LM SMART measures accurately and reliably
over time. The LM SMART is based on the market-proven laser doppler measuring method
and therefore functions largely independent of the color, surface quality and diameter of
the product. Two laser beams are used to direct light onto the passing product surface. The
beams overlap and create a stripe pa ern on the object, from which the speed and thus the
product length traveled over time is precisely determined. The LM SMART off ers precise
length measurement and ensures that the required product length is maintained. Thanks
to its very compact design, this device can be easily integrated into existing lines. No slip-
page, no maintenance and only a single calibration. This impressive system ensures smooth,
continuous measurement independent of the material, which allows for use on many dif-
ferent products. The long service life also ensures maximum availability of the LM SMART.
www.sikora.net
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The LM SMART complements
SIKORA’s product range with a
smart length measuring device.
100% Recycled Plastic Materials
Axjo AB, Gislaved, Sweden, provides its latest innova-
tion: a 1200 mm (47.2") spool, off ering a cost-eff ective
and innovative alternative to traditional one-way micro
duct spools. With its effi cient transport capabilities and
creative, collapsible design, this spool is easy to assemble,
made entirely from recycled plastics, and can be recycled
again, further reinforcing Axjo’s commitment to sustain-
ability and customers opportunity to make sustainable,
cost effi cient and innova-
tive choices for their needs.
Axjo’s spools are not only
made from 100% recycled
plastic, but they are also
designed for transportation
optimization, being divid-
able and reusable up to
eight times. Once they have
reached the end of their
lifecycle, they can easily be
recycled again due to their
monomaterial construction.
www.axjo.com
Compounds for Sustainability & Fire Safety
Cabopol, Porto de Mos, Portugal, provides innovative
compounds under the R-Sofi plus brand. These include
an advanced polyethylene (PE) fl ame retardant grade for
medium voltage power cable sheathing, incorporating 30%
post-consum-
er recycled
(PCR) content.
This develop-
ment provides
a fully formu-
lated natural
high-density
polyethyl-
ene (HDPE)
solution and
achieves a 26%
reduction in total CO2 emissions. Additionally, the com-
pany off ers a halogen-free fl ame-retardant thermoplastic
compound for low and medium voltage sheathing and
insulating fl exible cables, containing 10% PCR content
and enabling an 8% reduction in CO2 emissions. These
compounds refl ect Cabopol’s commitment to reducing
environmental impact while ensuring high safety and
performance standards. www.cabopol.com
Automated Storage System for Cable Drums
Lödige Industries, a leading global supplier of logistics
systems, off ers an automated storage and retrieval system,
which incorporates an elevating transfer vehicle (ETV) to
effi ciently handle heavy cable drums and transformers.
This innovative solution not only maximizes warehouse
space utilization and enhances safety, but it also improves
material handling effi ciency and streamlines inventory
management processes. With the ability to control, retrieve
and monitor cable drum storage, the system provides a
solid foundation for future expansion and evolution of the
company. The new fully automated 4-level system serviced
by an ETV, enables the customer to store signifi cantly more
stock on the same footprint in a safe and damage free
manner. Up to 293 storage positions can now be managed
in the warehouse. The customized system is comprised
of high-quality hardware components such as powered
decks and conveyors, as well as intelligent control software.
With the introduction of automated processes, physically
diffi cult manual labor for transporting and storing drums
is signifi cantly reduced. www.lodige.com
Eco-Friendly Laser Marking Solutions
AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc., Exton, PA, USA, off ers
Fluon+™ IR-MARK and UV-MARK laser marking addi-
tives for wire and cable jacketing applications. Fluon+ IR-
MARK and UV-MARK
products are designed
to enhance laser marking
efficiency by reducing
power usage and increas-
ing print speed, while
minimizing heat dam-
age. These products are
available as concentrates
for let-down stability in
fluoropolymer resins,
including FEP, ETFE and
PFA. Fluon+ IR-MARK
and UV-MARK prod-
ucts contain susceptor
materials that boost the
reflectivity of the base
material and focus laser
energy to optimize the marking process. The laser energy
is concentrated just below the surface of the cladding. This
allows operators to mark wire and cable jacketing using the
lowest laser power se ing, ensuring maximum effi ciency
and minimal damage, which is particularly important for
infrared applications.All standard Fluon+ IR-MARK and
UV-MARK products are now available in stand-alone,
ready-to-use concentrated forms. www.agcchem.com
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Small Crimping Tool for Wire End Ferrules
Weidmuller USA, Richmond, VA, USA, off ers the PZ 2.5
S, the “smallest professional crimping tool on the market”
for wire end ferrules. The PZ 2.5 is extremely compact and
ergonomic – the small handle
width and the opening angle,
as well as the weight, make
the tool easy to use without
incurring fatigue in the hand,
wrist, or arm. The PZ 2.5 tool
features a length of 160 mm with a small grip width so it
can easily fi t in the palm of the hand. Weighing around
10 ounces, this compact tool is light to carry around for
ergonomic advantage. The trapezoidal crimp in the cross-
section range of AWG 26 to AWG 14 (0.14 - 2.5 mm2) com-
plies with all current standards. The practical universal
die prevents incorrect insertion and ensures error-free
work. The focus on small cross-sections also reduces
wear, leading to a doubling of the service life of the PZ 2.5.
www.weidmuller.com
FFT and SRL Analysis Tool
Kurre Systems, Saterland - Ramsloh, Germany, off ers a product that advances the
standards of quality assurance in the cable manufacturing process: The FFT and SRL
analysis. Kurre’s pioneering system integrates top-tier sampling rates with extensive
resolution, facilitating comprehensive and precise real-time analysis. Utilizing cu ing-
edge algorithms, even the slightest deviations and errors within the production process
can be promptly identifi ed and rectifi ed. This not only enhances product quality but
also streamlines the production process, resulting in reduced defects and rework. The
FFT and SRL analysis tool provides continuous monitoring throughout the produc-
tion process which allows for the early detection and resolution of potential issues.
Also, with a combination of 16-bit resolution and 10 kHz sampling rate across up to
six channels, detailed analysis of various parameters (such as diameter, capacitance,
etc.) ensures an accurate assessment of cable quality. Automated analysis and rapid
response times enable the optimization of production processes and minimization of
downtimes. www.kurre-systems.de
Co-Extrusion Crosshead
Guill Tool, West Warwick, RI, USA, off ers Series 725, a co-extrusion crosshead design for tray cable applications. With
all stainless steel construction, Series 725 off ers machine builders and end users many advantages, including the patented
Guill Seal Right system of self-aligning tapered defl ector and body design. Series 725 was developed by Guill engineering,
in partnership with a customer, to convert a production line from a tandem line with two
heads a distance apart into a co-extrusion line with a single head applying both layers
of PVC in a single operation. The effi ciency and improved profi t potential from such a
confi guration is substantial, according to Guill sources. Other end user benefi ts of this
new co-extrusion crosshead include a considerably shorter changeover time (one head
is be er than two, in this case), less scrap with a single head setup, improved product
quality from the increased adhesion between layers, as melt adheres to melt rather than
extrudate, plus the inner layer is not exposed to the environment, allowing contaminates
between the layers. Additional features of this new crosshead include multi-port spiral
fl ow, easy disassembly and restart, positive seals for leak elimination, adaptable to all extruder brands, maximum thru-core
of 1.750", maximum die ID of 2.000", fi rst layer fi xed and second adjustable, the patented Guill Feather Touch concentricity
adjustment, vacuum port and the ability to accept two extruders from the same side via the heated manifold assembly.
Each Series 725 crosshead is furnished with a tool kit and detailed operator’s instruction manual. www.guill.com
Process Visualization
LaserLinc, Fairborn, OH, USA, reports that is is transform-
ing wire and cable manufacturing
with its innovative Total Vu™ pro-
cess visualization platform. Total
Vu emerges as a “game-changer”
with its open-architecture plat-
form. It not only interfaces with
LaserLinc’s measurement systems
but also connects seamlessly with
a wide range of sensors from other
vendors, off ering a complete pro-
cess visualization and control solu-
tion. Total Vu connects to each piece of equipment, unifying
data streams and providing a centralized hub for real-time
readouts, equipment monitoring, data collection, statistical
process control (SPC), trending, tolerance checking, alarm-
ing, feedback control and more. Manufacturers can quickly
detect and correct production issues, reducing waste and
improving product quality and yield. www.laserlinc.com
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Workplace safety in the cable and wire manufacturing
industry is paramount. Yes, of course, a safe manufacturing
plant oor protects the health and well-being of employees by
reducing accidents and injuries. While that is always a priority,
safer manufacturing oors increase productivity, control costs,
improve quality, boost employee morale and retention and
foster a culture of responsibility throughout an organization.
The nal step in the process – preparing and packaging
wires and cables for shipping – is often the most overlooked
from a safety and reliability perspective. Manufacturers usu-
ally depend on third-party equipment providers to coil, spool
and package products. These packaging equipment providers
may or may not have the same workplace safety and reliability
standards as cable and wire manufacturers.
Here are six questions to ask to ensure that your third-party
coiling and packaging systems meet the highest standards for
safety and reliability.
• Isyourtechnologybuiltusingthelatestelectricalsafety
and security standards? Modern packaging systems
should include dual-channel Category 4 safety devices
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New packaging machine technology has become
essential not only for enhancing workplace
safety, but also for improving product reliability.
to control hazardous energy sources and prevent unex-
pected startup. They should also be designed using ISO
best practices and conform to industrial electronics safety
requirements. Machines equipped with advanced sensors
can detect potential safety hazards and automatically shut
down when conditions become unsafe.
• Whatphysicalsafetyguardsareinplaceandstandard
onyourequipment? Operators can accidentally come
into contact with fast-moving components during opera-
tions. Safety guards, including cages and barriers that
can’t be “tricked” into not working properly, create a
barrier to keep operators safe.
• Have you eliminated heavy reels and spools? Traditional
cable packaging systems often rely on heavy reels or
spools that require manual handling, lifting and trans-
port. These actions can lead to back injuries, strains or
accidents caused by falling objects. Modern machines
can eliminate the need for reels or spools by producing
lighter, self-contained, compact coils that lower the risk
of injuries related to manual material handling.
• Areyouleveragingthebestautomationavailablefor
enhanced safety? Traditional methods of packaging
wires and cables for distribution often involve manual
handling of heavy equipment, which increases the risk
of injuries. Robotic systems can now handle the heavy
lifting, cutting and spooling of wire, reducing the chance
of workplace accidents by limiting direct human involve-
ment in potentially dangerous tasks.
• Whatpredictivemaintenance technologyisavailable
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in your machines? By collecting and analyzing data
from machines, companies can predict when equipment
is likely to fail and perform maintenance proactively,
preventing unexpected breakdowns. This minimizes the
risk of accidents due to equipment failure and ensures
that machines are always running effi ciently, contributing
to consistent product quality.
• Does your technology adhere to the latest compliance
and regulatory requirements? Like all manufacturing
equipment, cable and wire packaging systems must
comply with safety standards set by the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and similar
organizations in other countries. Keeping up with work-
place safety standards ensures that manufacturers avoid
costly fi nes and legal issues, while also maintaining a
positive reputation in the industry.
The cable and wire manufacturing industry, central to the
infrastructure of telecommunications, power and construc-
tion, relies on high standards of safety and product quality.
As technology advances, so does the need for more effi cient
and safer packaging technology.
In this highly competitive industry, the integration of new
packaging machine technology has become essential not
only for enhancing workplace safety, but also for improv-
ing product reliability. By adopting automation, real-time
monitoring systems, and both physical and electronic safety
technology, manufacturers can achieve greater safety, reduce
human error and deliver consistently higher-quality products.
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unique task of developing and supporting every aspect
of REELEX, from packaging supplies to machine manu-
facturing to global service and support.
REELEX employees have over 500 man-years of wire
and cable experience and have been in over 150 wire
manufacturing facilities throughout the world respond-
ing to real world manufacturing problems. This expe-
rience allows the company to push reel-less wire and
cable packaging to new levels, meeting not only the cur-
rent needs of its customers but anticipating future needs
and solutions.
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Abstract
Regulatory activity targeting uorinated materials has
increased globally, which may impact the ability to select and
utilize the optimal materials to achieve performance and safety
criteria in cable and connectivity designs. Many essential use
cases have been identied both for safety and performance
across a wide range of applications, such as, clean energy,
transportation, aerospace, automation, advanced electronics,
oil & gas, defense, security, medical, pharma and more.
There are many questions and misconceptions across these
industries, ranging from the chemistries of such materials to
the development and deployment of responsible manufactur-
ing technologies.
This work provides an overview of the regulatory land-
scape, examples of uoropolymer materials of critical essen-
tiality, and a deeper understanding of the sustainability impact
of responsible manufacturing investments and analytical
expertise needed to move forward.
Introduction
A fluoropolymer is a fluorocarbon-base polymer with
multiple carbon-uorine bonds, the strongest bond in organic
chemistry, making it a unique material for durable applications.
Fluoropolymers resist chemical attack providing stability and
inert behavior in harsh conditions, such as corrosive environ-
ments. They retain physical and mechanical properties such as
stress crack resistance over extremely wide temperature ranges.
Fluoropolymers are resistant to weather and UV exposure,
are non-wetting and nonammable, some melt ow at high
temperatures but others only soften. Alternatives are dicult
and potentially impossible to nd for applications requiring
more than one or a few of these attributes. They are considered
irreplaceable in many applications, especially when multiple
of these attributes are relied on for performance.
Fluoropolymers in Cable and Connectivity
Fluoropolymers are frequently selected materials for cable
and connectivity applications due to their unique properties. In
addition to those mentioned previously, uoropolymers such
as PTFE, FEP and PFA have excellent electrical insulation
performance1, having low Dk and Df as well as the ability to
maintain their electrical insulation performance over a wide
range of temperatures.
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Responsible Manufacturing to
Support Cable and Connectivity
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Positive improvements and valid measurement
criteria are critical to reduce the environmental
footprint of the cable/connectivity value stream.
Regulatory Landscape
Global regulatory activity targeting uorochemicals has
increased over the past several years with a variety of chemi-
cal structure denitions and use cases being subject to a wide
range of dierent proposed restrictions. Industry consortium
groups, molders, article producers and materials producers
have worked to educate broad audiences and decision mak-
ers on the types of uorochemistries used today and in the
past to better construct and to protect some key essential uses
of uorinated materials. Several regulatory timelines have
shifted from original proposals. Exemptions, derogations,
denitions and use cases continue to be considered. The Eu-
ropean Chemicals Agency (ECHA) recently received over
5000 responses to a proposed restriction potentially impacting
the use and availability of thousands of uorinated chemicals
and materials2. In the USA, many states are in the process of
drafting and implementing versions of restrictions, also with
varying denitions and exemptions.
Fluoropolymer Production
Fluoropolymers such as PTFE, FEP, PFA and others may
be synthesized by only a few methods to yield materials with
the attributes needed to perform in their nal applications. One
is free radical polymerization in aqueous reaction media, with
stringent control of the reactor and feedstock additions being
necessary to build high molecular weight polymer chains of
appropriate chemical structure and purity. This polymeriza-
tion is typically optimized by employing a polymerization aid
to keep the hydrophobic uoropolymers well dispersed and
allow the free radical reactions to reach long chain lengths
while minimizing the formation of byproducts, which cause
a negative eect on the performance of the polymer products.
For the best control, uorinated emulsiers can be used. Many
years ago, the uoropolymer industry made a shift away from
more environmentally persistent uorinated emulsiers to
less durable and less persistent alternatives. The eort to nd
eective and more sustainable polymerization techniques has
continued. More than 200 alternate surfactants have been
investigated, over 100 were evaluated to assess polymer vi-
ability and several were scaled up to large scale trials, with
only a few being adopted commercially. The bar must be
set extremely high for the companies investing in this work
because the markets these materials serve require extreme
durability in harsh conditions, excellent electrical insulation
performance, purity and more, as described earlier. A lower
Dr. Bianca W. Hydutsky, Dr. John C. Sworen
The Chemours Company
Newark, DE, USA
www.chemours.com
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performing material may risk contamination or failure in use,
trade-off s that may not be acceptable for some applications.
Additional aspects of the testing parameters focused on en-
vironmental footprint, ability to scale to full production, and
the formation of unintended byproducts or impurities that may
impact the polymer performance or may need to be controlled.
Fluorinated organic byproduct impurities are formed more
easily when using non-fl uorinated, hydrocarbon polymeriza-
tion aids. Carbon-Fluorine bonds are very inert, but Carbon-
Hydrogen bonds are more reactive. Because non-fl uorinated
polymerization aids exhibit increased reactivity, they are more
susceptible to side reactions. These side reactions produce a
variety of low molecular weight fl uorinated organic byprod-
ucts, often diffi cult to identify and quantify using traditional
methods of extraction, detection and quantifi cation3.
Analytical Techniques
State of the art analytical techniques are required to extract,
separate, identify and quantify impurities, whether in water,
air, soil, polymer or in article materials. Decades ago, the
analytical tools and techniques available were unable to detect
very low-level residual impurities formed as byproducts in
these reactions. Today, however, analytical technology has ad-
vanced immensely, and scientists have developed customized
extraction techniques to eff ectively extract, separate, identify
and quantify extremely low levels of a variety of fl uorinated
organic chemistries that may be present in polymers and
samples of water or soil matrices. The analytical equipment
is expensive and complex to operate in a way to reach low
detection limits. Extraction procedures have been developed
and made publicly available4.
To detect and quantify low level impurities, instru-
mentation methods, often utilizing high-resolution liquid
chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/
MS) with triple quadrupole detection (LC/QqQ), have been
developed that are specifi cally designed to only separate,
identify and quantify a list of targeted molecular structures,
this is commonly referred to as a targeted method. It is only
able to fi nd what it is designed to look for, nothing else. The
targeted method works well for known process chemistries
and impurity profi les, but if the chemistry and reaction con-
ditions are changed, for example by adding a more reactive
polymerization aid, the chemistry of the byproduct impurities
also changes, sometimes signifi cantly. The targeted method
designed to only see a set list of impurities cannot see these
new impurities and will not accurately account for them in the
analysis. This is a principal factor to consider when analyzing
impurities in diff erent polymer sample extracts or water or
environmental samples.
When more reactive polymerization aids are incorporated
into a polymerization system, many types and families of
impurities will likely be formed and would also need to be
controlled in the emissions of a production facility. Using
Fluoropolymer Sustainability and Responsible Manufacturing ...continued
as wire insulation, surface coatings, tubing, seals, gaskets
and more. For many years, reprocessing and recycling of
fl uoropolymers to avoid incineration or landfi ll at end of life
has been conducted. Tubing, fi lm, even extruded or molded
articles can be broken down, separated and recycled. Fluoro-
polymers do not require additives, stabilizers or plasticizers
needed for lower performance materials. Because fl uoro-
polymers do not degrade in many applications, the materials
can be cleaned and reprocessed. This benefi ts recycling and
circularity processes where other less inert materials cannot
be recycled in the same way. FEP and PFA, for example, can
be separated from other materials, melted, repelletized and
be reextruded or molded into new parts. Specifi cally for con-
nectivity and cabling, recycling of LAN cable and components
has been conducted for many years, with some processors
able to bring materials back into circulation with virgin grade
properties6. Other treatments described are waste-to-energy
processes. Still others utilize regrinding processes to reuse the
fl uoropolymer in new material formulations or compounds.
Conclusions
Because of their unique combination of properties and inert
chemistry, fl uoropolymers have been designed into many ca-
ble and connectivity applications. They are essential in many
applications and industries from medical to transportation to
electronics and semiconductor chip manufacturing. As propos-
als for restrictions or reductions in fl uoropolymer use have
been considered, these industries have been working to deliver
a clear message that alternative materials cannot provide the
same performance and may in some situations put productivity
or safety at risk. Therefore, suppliers and users of fl uoropoly-
mers or alternative materials should not consider changes in
production chemistry, such as nonfl uorinated polymerization
aids, to be drop-in replacements or onesize-fi ts-all solutions.
With changes in production chemistry, impurities and byprod-
ucts also change. Instead, a more thorough analysis, such as
non-targeted analysis, should be utilized to look for impuri-
ties that are not listed on a limited targeted analysis method
designed to see only the impurities generated from or added
into previous production methods.
Sustainability and responsible manufacturing are being
identifi ed consistently in corporate goals and commitment,
justifying investments in emission controls, material analy-
sis, energy and water reduction and more thoughtful supply
chain management. Although sustainability and responsible
manufacturing may be interpreted, measured, and executed
diff erently as defi nitions and metrics still vary across regions
and industries, the reality of positive improvements and valid
measurement criteria are exceedingly important to meaning-
fully reduce the environmental footprint of the cable and
connectivity value stream. Each element of a sustainability
commitment should be conducted well, which may necessitate
using complex measurement or emission control processes
to truly impact a product or process carbon footprint. As the
diff erent components of a sustainability plan are put in place,
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only the targeted method does not provide any visibility to
these other byproducts, so a non-targeted method should be
employed. To detect the diff erent impurities formed that the
targeted method cannot, liquid chromatography with tandem
mass spectrometry Quadrupole Time-of-Flight (LC/QToF)
or Orbitrap methods can provide improved mass resolution.
This enables the detection of analytes not seen by the targeted
method by taking off the fi lters designed into the targeted
method. Non-targeted analysis can be time intensive, though.
Unknown impurities will have to be examined to assess
their chemical structure, and ideally calibration standards
would be employed to improve quantifi cation as diff erent
molecular structures may have diff erent responses in the
instrument. Researchers have provided examples of targeted
versus non-targeted analysis clearly showing the diff erence in
analysis results for a sample polymerized using a traditional
fl uorinated polymerization aid and the same process using a
non-fl uorinated surfactant3.
Emission Control
Many companies are stating commitments to improve
sustainability and reduced environmental impact. Although
the criteria, measurement and defi nitions may vary, this is a
promising trend. Some companies have shared more defi ned
and structured, time constrained goals and have worked to
develop baselines from which to measure progress5. There
are extensive examples of frameworks developed to advance
sustainability through emission controls, reduction in energy
or utility consumption, use of renewable energy, and even
circularity. A wholistic eff ort to reduce Scope 1, Scope 2 and
Scope 3 emissions and greenhouse gasses resulting from raw
materials, utility consumption, production, transport or storage
of products is ideal, but challenging. For fl uoropolymer pro-
duction and use, the emission of fl uorinated organic emissions
can be reduced in diff erent phases. State of the art emission
controls eff ectively reduce fl uorinated organic compounds
from production, processing or at end of life through a variety
of means. Some examples are ion exchange resins used to
reduce or remove fl uorinated organic impurities from liquid
matrices or carbon beds used to reduce fl uorinated organic im-
purities in air matrices. Production process optimization may
be used to reduce emissions generated during manufacturing
processes. Leak detection and repair can also help. Thermal
oxidizers have also been deployed at some production facili-
ties to destroy fl uorinated organic impurities to successfully
reduce emissions. Responsible manufacturing is a combina-
tion of optimized process control, reduction in emissions and
knowledge of the impurities or potential emissions a facility
may incur, in combination with the supply chain from raw
material to customer receipt.
Circularity
Fluoropolymers contribute to a circular economy in many
ways. They are used in the renewable energy infrastructure
real reductions to product carbon footprint can be measured
and achieved. www.chemours.com
Acknowledgments:
Special thanks to Michael Davis and the analytical team who
provided targeted and non-targeted comparative analyses.
References:
1 S. Ebnesajjad, Introduction to Fluoropolymers, Elsevier Inc. (2013).
2 ECHA News Archive, ECHA receives more than 5600 comments on
PFAS restriction proposal, https://echa.europa.eu/-/echa-receives-
5-600-comments-onpfas-restriction-proposal (September 2023).
3 J.C. Sworen, P.A. Morken, et al., Interrogation of a Fluoropolymer
Dispersion Manufactured with a Non-luorinated Polymerization Aid for
Targeted and NonTargeted Fluorinated Residuals by Liquid Chromatog-
raphy High Resolution Mass Spectrometry, Journal of Chromatography
A. (Accepted 2024).
4 SOP for Extraction of Fluorinated Residuals, https://www.chemours.
com/en/-/media/fi les/corporate/sopresidual-extractions-from-fl uoropol-
ymer-matrices.pdf.
5 2023 Sustainability Report Executive Summary, https://www.chemours.
com/en/-/media/fi les/corporate/sustainability/2023/corporatesustaina-
bility-report-executivesummary.pdf?la=en&rev=cab96672cfc2456ba
95ff 326f4d60227&hash=B6FFB500C9AA7372FFE50092841F0F25.
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mers,” Manufacturing Technology Insights Top 10 Advanced Materials
Solutions Providers – 2022, ISSN 2644-2493, (2022).
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Author Profi les:
Dr. Bianca Hydutsky is the Global
Technology Director for The Chemours
Company, LLC. She received her B.S. in
Chemistry from Millersville University
and Ph.D. in Chemistry from The Penn-
sylvania State University. Mailing address
201 Discovery Blvd. Newark, DE, 19713 USA.
Dr. John Sworen is a Technical Fellow
at The Chemours Company, LLC. John
received his B.S. in Chemistry from The
Pennsylvania State University and Ph.D.
in Chemistry from The University of Flor-
ida. Mailing address 201 Discovery Blvd.
Newark, DE, 19713 USA.
WCTI
The paper from which this article was generated was pre-
sented at the “2024 IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry
Forum” in Providence, RI, USA, a premier technology event
for the exchange of information and development of industry
professionals and scholars. www.iwcs.org
as per IEC 60794. As per standard, it is mentioned to perform
testing on 40 mm mandrel/pulley. However, to evaluate the
performance of cables at extreme bending conditions, man-
drel diameter reduced to 20 mm and test was conducted for
30 cycles and results are tabulated in Table 5 and Table 6.
Bending test results revealed that there is no signicant dier-
ence in the attenuation of cables irrespective of mandrel size. In
both cases, maximum attenuation values at both wavelengths
were far less than the specication of ≤0.05 dB/Km suggest-
ing that ARP rod can be easily replaced by low bend FRP
in FTTH cables.
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Table 5. Repeated Bending Test Results
Performed on 40 mm Mandrel.
Table 6. Repeated Bending Test Results
Performed on 20 mm Mandrel.
Table 4. Test Report for FTTH Cables Prepared
Using ARP and Low bend FRP.
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Dispersions
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- Modulus
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• Safe Material Handling
Dispersions
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Corregated Tube Crossheads & Dies
Guill Tool & Engineering, the global leader in extrusion
tooling, oers its patent pending extrusion tooling, Series 400,
which is adaptable to a wide variety of corrugated equipment
and mold. The Series 400 oers a host of benets for OEMs,
as well as for automotive and medical applications.
The unique tooling includes the multi-port spiral ow
design that provides a balanced compound distribution with
no weld lines to the corrugator. The elimination of weld lines
signicantly increases the nished product’s overall strength.
Models oered include 420, 423, 432 and 434. Features
of the 400 Series include Spiderless Inline, xed center or
adjustable, built in cartridge heaters, adjustable gum space,
low inventory, expandable to multi-layer, heated core pin and
one-piece body/ow diverter.
Since there are no spider lines, there’s room for more air
and no cold legs. Most products should be xed. Users can
change only one component and become fully adjustable. The
cartridge heaters oer even heat for better ow and ensure
there aren’t any cold spots. More control of product size is
achieved with adjustable gum space. Low inventory results
in no burning or stagnation-quick color change. Due to the
fact that it’s expandable to multi-layer, the crossheads run a
variety of products. Lastly, benets of the heated core pin and
one-piece body/ow diverter are better temperature control
and easy cleaning-quick changer, respectively.
Hybrid Extrusion Tools
Guill announces the introduction of a new version of its
popular 800 series, known as 800 Series Hybrid. In some ex-
trusion applications that utilize crossheads and inlines, layers
Extrusion Tooling Developments
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Corrugated tube crossheads and dies,
new hybrid extrusion tools and
a 10-day shipping program.
of the exact same material are applied multiple times, using
a single die. This method is used to reduce the propensity
for errors caused by gels breaking through a thin wall, weld
lines, inconsistent wall thickness, plus material and process
variations. Additional errors include difficult-to-process
materials and demanding applications where there is zero
fault tolerance.
Seeking to design the next generation multi-layer die to
overcome these challenges, the engineers at Guill looked for
a way to incorporate this technology into an updated version
of the 800 Series. This led to the creation of the 800 Series
Hybrid. The inherent benets of the 800 Series are retained,
including compact design, low residence time and a com-
mon deector bore that eliminates tolerance stack up. The
challenge was to create a hybrid design that incorporates the
benets of layer overlapping, while reducing unnecessary
complexity and making the technology more cost-aordable
for customers. This was achieved by overlapping layers in
each semi-deector, using a single cone. The highly ecient
design of the 800 Series Hybrid reduces cost and size, as op-
posed to other methods of overlapping layers.
Essential benets of the 800 Series Hybrid include elimi-
nating weld lines in materials through patented overlapping
technology, producing a more consistent nished product;
reduced sensitivity to changes in viscosity; reduced sensitiv-
ity to changes in line speed; myriad material and multi-layer
application possibilities; works in all tubing and jacketing
applications with a wide range of materials; low residence
time; compact design and a low tolerance stack-up error fac-
tor, all resulting in improved concentricity.
Tom Baldock
Sales Manager, Extrusion
Guill Tool & Engineering
West Warwick, RI, USA
www.guill.com
Dual output corrugating head.
Series 400.
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The 800 Series Hybrid extrusion tool greatly reduces
stagnation, because overlapping layers are more inher-
ently balanced than single layers and also because each
semi-defl ector is “tuned to fl ush.” Conventional defl ectors
must simultaneously achieve a balance between flush-
ing, balancing and eliminating the weld line. There is less
diff erence between the slowest moving material and the
fastest moving material in the deflector channels, thus
making the viscosity more consistent in the deflector.
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Company Profi le:
Guill Tool & Engineering, West Warwick, RI, USA is
the leading Extrusion Tooling Designer & Manufacturer
with nearly 60 years of experience. Its engineers special-
ize in plastic extrusion tooling design, utilizing the most
advanced technology currently available. The company
draws on years of experience to tailor tooling and die
design for customer industry, helping increase effi ciency
and decrease production cost when operating plastic ex-
truders. From extruding PVC pipe to complex profi le co-
extrusion, the company is committed to helping produce
the best end product possible. www.guill.com
Series 800. Guill 5-layer crosshead.
Kelpac NPE.
Guill Tool Launches 10-Day
Extrusion Tooling Program
Guill Tool & Engineering, West Warwick, RI, USA,
the global leader in extrusion tooling, has announced
the launch of its 10-day tooling program, which applies
to eligible tips and dies that will be shipped within 10
business days of receiving the purchase order from
the customer. The company’s quality precision tips
and dies have been manufactured in the USA for
62 years. All Guill extrusion tools
are produced using certifi ed and
documented quality steel material
specifi cally qualifi ed for the poly-
mer to be extruded. Furthermore,
Guill designs tips and dies for any application the
customer needs. These feature multi-lumen, stripe,
multiple stripe, wire and cable, hose, pipe, tube, fi ber
optic, blown fi lm, corrugated tube and profi le. Dies
include face seal, shouldered, snap together, fl oat-
ing, die plates, interchangeable die plate and custom
dies. Available tips include single and multi-lumen,
threaded style, snap together, fi xed center shoulder,
profi le, tapered style and custom.
To fi nd out which tools are eligible for the program,
check with any sales representative. For all other
parts, company personnel will review the customer’s
drawing to determine if it is eligible for the program.
Eligible tips and dies for this program cannot be plated
and must have a diameter less than 1.5" and a length
less than 4.75".
Guill manufactures under the quality standards of
ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:2016.
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Preview: wire & Tube Mexico 2025
98 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
wire Mexico Returns to Monterrey;
Debut Of Tube Mexico
The second staging of wire Mexico as part of the estab-
lished Mexican trade fair Expo Manufactura will be held
from February 11 – 13, 2025, at the CINTERMEX Centro
Internacional de Negocios in Monterrey. New next year:
the debut of Tube Mexico. After introducing wire Mexico
in 2024, Messe Düsseldorf will add Tube Mexico 2025 as
a new satellite event of its worldwide Metalow Alliance
trade fair portfolio. Expo Manufactura, the International
Trade Fair for Manufacturing Technology, Automation and
Robotics, has been held annually in Mexico since 1996
and is managed by the international organizer Informa
Markets. Expo Manufactura is geared towards machin-
ery manufacturers, metal processing companies, upstream
suppliers, the electrical industry and the automotive sec-
tor. Messe Düsseldorf is renowned as the organizer of the
world’s No. 1 trade fairs wire and Tube, taking place every
two years in Düsseldorf, Germany.
The wire & Tube Mexico 2025 trade fairs will oer interna-
tional companies an important platform to enter the Latin
American wire/cable and tube/pipe market. Especially
Mexico is becoming increasingly important and is a key
growth market for these industries. Growing investment in
Mexican infrastructure, particularly from the automotive,
electronics and energy sectors, is driving national demand
for wire, cables, tubes, pipes and accessories. “At wire and
Tube Mexico you will see global market leaders and trend-
setters from the entire process chain. Meet at decision-
making level for new impulses, networking, knowledge
exchange and big business,” stated Daniel Rysch, Direc-
tor of Messe Düsseldorf’s Metalow Alliance portfolio.
Exhibit categories at wire Mexico include machinery for
wire/cable manufacturing and processing, tools and auxil-
iary materials as well as wire/cable products, testing tech-
nology and software. Tube Mexico focuses on metallic tube
and pipe manufacturing and processing machinery, tools,
resource eciency and OCTG.
To date, over 1600 m2 of booth space have been reserved
for wire & Tube Mexico 2025. Both trade fairs will fea-
ture country pavilions from Germany, Italy and Brazil. In
addition, wire Mexico will include country group exhibits
from Austria and France as well as a group stand organized
by the International Wire and Machinery Association
(IWMA).
The last Expo Manufactura in February 2024 attracted 503
exhibitors, presenting more than 1000 brands during the
three trade fair days. More than 19,500 visitors from 35
countries traveled to Mexico, primarily machinery manu-
facturers, suppliers, metal fabricators and experts from the
electrical and automotive industries.
At the premiere of wire Mexico this year, 51 exhibitors
from 12 countries presented their latest technologies and
from: Messe Düsseldorf North America (MDNA)
Chicago, IL, USA
www.wire-tube-mexico.com
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innovations on 580 m2 of exhibit space.
For further information and exhibitor applications for wire
and Tube Mexico 2025, contact Inga Otgon at Messe
Düsseldorf North America; Telephone: (312) 621-5820;
E-mail: iotgon@mdna.com.
www.wire-tube-mexico.com
wire & Tube Mexico 2025: Exhibitor List as of January 6, 2024
Abbott Furnace Mexico, Booth 619
Abbott Furnace Company is a leading industrial furnace
manufacturer with over 40 years of experience designing
and producing some of the industry’s most reliable and high-
performing industrial continuous belt furnaces. Abbott Fur-
nace is a leading producer of sintering furnaces, annealing
furnaces, tempering furnaces, brazing furnaces, heat treat
furnaces, steam treat furnaces, industrial ovens and specialty
furnace products.
Advantage Austria, Booth 121
The Austrian Pavilion is being organized as a joint venture
between ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA, the Austrian ocial
trade promotion organization, and the ADVANTAGE AUS-
TRIA oce in Mexico. Nine Austrian companies, Braun
Machinenfabrik, Ebner Industrieofenbau, Eder Engineer-
ing, Harter Trading, MAG machine, Rosendahl Nexstrom,
Unitek, AWCMA and Voestalpine will present their services
and high-quality products. Please visit the Austrian Pavilion!
Advaris, Booth 324
Agape Industrial, Booth 419
AGS Internacional, Booth 415
AGS Internacional oers solutions to the wire industry (in-
cluding bar, cable and tube) through a group of suppliers
oering high quality equipment, consumables and auxiliary
equipment.
AIM, Inc, Booth 421
AIM Inc. manufactures multidimensional CNC bending ma-
chinery. The company is an active machinery exporter via its
two manufacturing facilities in North America and Europe.
Founded in 1992, AIM Inc. has become the premier CNC
bending machine supplier serving customers worldwide.
The modular machine construction technique AIM Inc. pro-
vides unprecedented machine upgrade exibility and versa-
tility. Both 2D and 3D machines can expand to accommo-
date accessory machine modules.
Anbao Qinhuangdao International, Booth 345
Anbao Corp is a metal expert specializing in the manufac-
ture of various steel products such as steel wires, steel ropes,
strands and steel tapes. We have built up ve factories and
one sales company in China with a total manufacturing com-
plex of 200,000 m2 and a sta of 1200. 95% of our products
are exported to more than 80 countries and regions and are
mainly used in power cables, architecture, agriculture, food,
packaging, garments and so forth.
Anhui Juxin Intelligent Machinery, Booth 342
ATE Applicazioni Termo Elettroniche, Booth 430
Blachford Corporation, Booth 418
Blachford Corporation is a manufacturer of lubricants, pre-
coats and specialty chemicals for the ferrous and non-ferrous
wire industry. Blachford Corporation has been supplying
wire & Tube Mexico 2025 Preview
Rosendahl Nextrom: Taking
a Big Step Forward in Mexico
At wire Mexico 2025, Rosendahl Nextrom,
Pischelsdorf, Austria, will showcase industry-leading
manufacturing technologies and introduce their new
sales and service unit in Santiago de Querétaro.
Energy. Communication. Mobility. These are the
pillars of tomorrow’s infrastructure, and Rosendahl
Nextrom is driving innovation across all three. This
year’s show highlights include:
• Communication: Rosendahl Nextrom’s high-temp
foaming lines for Twinax cables are setting industry
standards worldwide. The advanced insulation
solution enables ultrafast data transmission and
low latency, critical for AI data centers.
• Mobility: The company oers the rst industry-
ready PEEK extrusion line for hairpin wire, plus
solutions for busbar insulation and high-precision
automotive cables. With these technologies
nothing stands in the way of autonomous driving
and 800V+ board systems.
• Energy: The highlights in the energy sector
include high-speed insulation for low-voltage,
cost-effective and sustainable solutions for
medium-voltage,andexiblemetalshieldingfor
high-voltage applications.
Expanding service in Mexico: Rosendahl Nextrom
has built a strong customer base in Mexico over the
years. The new sales and service unit in Santiago de
Querétarostrengthensthesepartnershipsbyoering
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faster response times, easier access to spare parts, and
dedicated local expertise. Visit booth 219 at wire Mexico
2025 to learn more. www.rosendahlnextrom.com
custom-designed lubricants to global and North American
industry leaders in welding wire, spring wire, PC strand, tire
bead, tire cord and industrial wire since the 1950s. Ask us
about our new line of borax-free lubricants and pre-coats.
We look forward to meeting you at the booth to discuss your
wire drawing needs.
BMWK Infopoint, Booth 524
Bongard, Booth 225
Boockmann, Booth 424
Bosal Mexico, Booth 629
Family owned company with one hundred years of experi-
ence. Industry leader in engineering capabilities through 16
production/distribution centers around the world.
Braun Maschinenfabrik GmbH, Booth 220
Since 1965 BRAUN has built an excellent reputation for
innovative, tailor-made solutions for cutting and surface
grinding. BRAUN is known for the power, robustness and
quality of its machines and systems, as well as a high de-
gree of customer orientation, exibility and reliability. As a
result, BRAUN has established itself as a as global technol-
ogy leader and preferred partner of the international steel
and metals industries.
Cangzhou Hongding Pipe Industry, Booth 637
Professional manufacturer in carbon steel/alloy, steel/stain-
less steel pipe ttings and anges.
Bechem Mexico Lubrication Technology, Booth 522
Cemanco LLC, Booth 337
CERSA MCI, Booth 304
Founded in 1981 by visionary engineer Mr. Fardeau, CER-
SA has become a global leader in metrology solutions for
manufacturing optical bers, ne wires, cables and tubes.
Initially involved in fast electronics, automation, optics and
optronics for the military and nuclear sectors, the company
evolved toward high-precision online measurement.
Chandan Steel Ltd, Booth 126
Chandan Steel Ltd. is a leading manufacturer and exporter of
major critical stainless steel, duplex and higher alloy prod-
ucts from India with an integrated production facility.
Condat, Booth 306
Conductix-Wamper, Booth 302
Part of the Delachaux Group, Conductix-Wamper is a
worldwide leader in energy and data transmission systems,
localized in Belley in France. In addition of its energy ac-
tivities, Conductix-Wamper is specialized in optical ber
machinery and copper stranding lines.
Highest precision
for Twinax cables.
Hairpin quality control.
Hairpin crosshead
extrusion detail.
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CON-TUBO, Booth 607
At CON-TUBO, we are a premier supplier of stainless steel
products in Mexico. With over 37 years of experience, we
specialize in providing high-quality pipes, tubes, ttings,
anges and valves made from 304 and 316 stainless steel.
CSM, Booth 110
CSM METALURJI is designing high-eciency plants and
provides service at all stages from production to installation/
commissioning; supplying technical know-how and techni-
cal and commercial consultancy services for its customers
who are interested in investing for the production of steel
wires and wire products.
DM Industry Co, Booth 106
Dongguanshi Zhangli Machine Fittings, Booth 344
Doowon Highsteel Inc, Booth 718
Doowon High Steel Inc. specializes in producing welded
stainless steel, copper-nickel alloy and carbon steel duplex.
Our company can manufacture stainless steel with a maxi-
mum diameter of 120", copper-nickel alloy up to 40" and
carbon steel up to 140".
Duro Steel AG, Booth 515
Duro Steel is a global leader in the non-prime steel business
active across all at, long and semi-nished products.
Ebner, Booth 218
Global specialist in heat treatment furnace facilities. EBNER
is a family-owned company and market leader in heat treat-
ment facilities for the semi-nished metal products industry.
We specialize in the research, development, fabrication, in-
stallation and commissioning of heat treatment facilities for
the steel, aluminum and copper base metal industries.
EDER Engineering GmbH, Booth 212
Eder Engineering from Austria has been supplying techni-
cally leading drawing die processing equipment to the inter-
national wire and cable industry for over 75 years, exporting
around 98% of its products directly and through their global
agents.
EJP, Booth Booth 322
Elav SRL, Booth 433
Elestar Srl, Booth 630
Elyon Industries, Booth 416
Elyon Industry is all about metal products. We supply cop-
per, copper alloy, stainless steel, carbon steel and special
metals in the form of strip, coil, sheet/plate, wire, rod and
pipes.
EQMS, Booth 218
EQMS (Excellent Quality Manufacturing Services) is dedi-
cated to superior quality and prompt delivery, with a particu-
lar focus on high-thickness steel applications. The suite of
metalworking equipment available in the workshop, which
includes available rake CNC shear, a press brake, a hydrau-
lic prole bending machine and a plasma/oxygen cutter, ena-
bles EQMS to provide complete metalworking solutions.
EZ Steel Industrial Co., Ltd, Booth 444
Fabrication of heat exchange tubings, tubular piles and steel
line pipes.
Fiber Composites, Booth 438
scher Mexicana, Booth 730
FLW Bebitz, Booth 624
FLYMCA, Booth 319
FLYMCA is a Spanish company involved in the construction
of rotating machinery for the production of conductors and
cables for the power sector, telecommunication, submarine,
o-shore, umbilical, transformer conductors, steel strands
and ropes.
Grupo CIPSA, Booth 519
We proudly introduce our group of 100% Mexican compa-
nies, leaders in premium stainless steel for diverse sectors.
Our expertise covers food-grade, automotive, ornamental,
and industrial applications, ensuring quality and reliability
for every need.
Gutmann, Booth 224
Hangzhou Juli Insulation, Booth 139
HARTER GmbH, Booth 115
All types of stranding machines, rewinders and unwinders
in special designs according to customer requirements. All
kinds of tape winders and accessories for the wire and cable
industry. We specialize in new designs and developments
which we carry out together with the customer from the de-
sign to the construction of models and prototypes.
Hebei Ouhao, Booth 736
Hebei Rongkuai Machinery, Booth 244
Hebei TUBO Machinery Co., Ltd, Booth 536
Hebei TUBO Machinery has been deeply engaged in manu-
facturing ERW tube mills, automatic pipe packing lines and
coil processing lines for more than 20 years, serving more
than 500 customers.
Honta Inc, Booth 406
Honta specializes in rod breakdown drawing machines, mul-
tiwire drawing machines, tin-plating equipment, single and
double twist bunching machines, stranding and cabling ma-
chines and cold welders.
IIM, Booth 425
IMG LLC, Booth 518
INTEREQUIP, Booth 118
IP Automation, Booth 501
Manufacturer and integrator of CNC wire bending machines
and automation cells. Located in the Chicago, IL, USA, area
and in Queretaro, Mexico.
ITA Steelgroup, Booth 431
IWMA Ltd, Booth 409
With a mission to promote new technology, education and
growth worldwide, we’re dedicated to giving our members ac-
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cess to the insights and expertise they need. We also provide a
proactive platform for sharing technological advances and best
practices through a comprehensive range of events, conferenc-
es and publicity opportunities. Founded in 1970 as a non-prot
association, IWMA is the world’s largest and most inuential
corporate association for the wire and cable industries.
Jiangsu DOM Corporation, Booth 541
Jiangsu Hero Way Rolling, Booth 445
We are a professional roll tooling manufacturer in China.
Our main business is producing and developing various rolls.
We also produce various equipment parts, such as stations,
shafts, slitting cutters/knives, spacers, clamps and more.
Jiangsu Liwan Precision Tube Manufacturing, Booth 732
Jiangsu Liwan has 485 employees and 40 years of precision
tube manufacturing experience: welded tube, welded cold
drawn tube, cold rolled seamless tube and processing of tube
parts.
Jiangsu Nanyang, Booth 636
JTL Industries Limited, Booth 614
JTL Industries is one the largest producer of Electric Resist-
ance Welded (ERW) steel pipes including one of the largest
section pipe and tube manufacturers in India.
Kinrei of America, LLC, Booth 532
Kinrei of America is a manufacturer's representative based in
the USA in New Jersey, with international OEMs supplying
and servicing wire and cable machinery in North America.
Klüber Lubrication, Booth 323
Traxit Wire Lubrication, a brand of Klüber Lubrication, is a
leading global manufacturer of dry lubricants, wet lubricants
and coatings for a wide range of steel wire drawing appli-
cations. Our products are characterized by high quality and
support an improvement in productivity.
Kurre, Booth 123
Lämneå Bruk AB, Booth 335
Established in 1727, Lämneå Bruk AB is a Swedish wire
machinery manufacturer renowned for its highly customiz-
able equipment. With over 200 years of experience in the
industry, the company specializes in designing and manufac-
turing machines for the wire industry.
LAP Measurement Technology, Booth 423
LLOG, S.A. DE C.V., Booth 606
Company with 32 years of experience in the eld of non-
destructive testing. Exclusive Foerster representative in
Mexico. Sale of equipment and systems for inspection of
electromagnetic currents and ultrasound, as well as magnetic
particles, penetrating liquids and hardness inspection.
Lubrichemical Industria, Booth 206
LubriChemical is a manufacturer of special lubricants and
greases recognized worldwide for its high-quality technical
products. Our exhibition will be directly linked to the non-
ferrous metal drawing market, greases for special applica-
tions and products developed directly for cable formation.
These solutions were carefully designed to satisfy the needs
of the Mexican industry, providing greater eciency and
useful life for their equipment and tools.
MAG machines GmbH, Booth 314
MAG machines is an innovative, owner-managed, global
manufacturer of enameled wire machines.
Maroi Frigerio S.p.a., Booth 428
MDNA, Booth 611
Metalube Group Ltd, Booth 418
Mexanix Machinery, Booth 130
Machinery manufacturer for the cable industry; tension
monitoring and control solutions.
Mubea de México, Booth 714
Mugal S.A., Booth 311
Spanish drawing company founded in 1991 and manufac-
turer of low (C1006-C1020) and medium bright carbon wire
(C1030-)1045) from diameters 2 to 16 mm in coils and bars.
NUMALLIANCE, Booth 205
NUMALLIANCE Group specializes in cold-forming metal
wire, tube and at-stock and has developed its know-how
far beyond bending, it is now a worldwide leading company
proposing turnkey productivity solutions around tube, at-
stock and wire bending services.
OM TECHCORP, Booth 617
Osmetall Steel Solutions Mexico, Booth 720
Pan Chemicals Americas, Booth 512
Paramount Die México, Booth 413
Piping Technology Industry (Thailand) Co., Ltd, Booth 437
Proton Otomasyon, Booth 137
Proton Products LATAM, Booth 102
PT. Nusantara Electric, Booth 100
Rainbow Rubber and Plastics, Inc, Booth 520
Specialty rubber belting and component supplier for the wire
and cable industry
Raynar Co., Ltd, Booth 602
REELEX, Booth 500
Reichenbach Equipamentos, Booth 208
Wire and cable machine manufacturer since 1993. Rod-
breakdown, multiwire drawing lines, bunchers, stranders,
take-ups, payos, bow twisters and rewinding lines.
Remex, Booth 521
RichardsApex Inc., Booth 303
RichardsApex, a leading global manufacturer of wet lubri-
cants for the ferrous, nonferrous and alloy wire and tube in-
dustries, will be displaying its latest technology.
Rosendahl Nextrom GmbH, Booth 219
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Setic, Pourtier, Gauder Group
and Bow Technology in the
French Pavilion
Information from SETIC POURTIER, Roanne, France,
says, “SETIC POURTIER, a global leader in the
manufacturing of machinery for cable and wire production,
is proud to announce its participation in wire & Tube
Mexico 2025, which will take place from February 11 to
13, 2025, at Cintermex in Monterrey, Mexico.
“wire & Tube Mexico is a must-attend event for
professionals in the wire and sectors. This year, the
exhibition promises to be an exceptional platform for
discovering the latest innovations and establishing
strategic connections with key industry players. SETIC
POURTIER’s participation in this event is particularly
signifi cant as the Mexican cable market is experiencing
rapid growth, driven by increased investments in
infrastructure and telecommunications. Mexico has
become an important hub for advanced technologies,
including the deployment of 5G and the expansion of
data centers.
“We will be present within the French Pavilion, a unique
opportunity to enhance our visibility and promote
French excellence in the cable and wire sector. At this
event, SETIC POURTIER will showcase its cutting-
edge solutions designed to meet the growing needs of
the Latin and North America market. Our experts will
be available at our booth G209 to discuss the latest
technologies and collaboration opportunities.
“In line with our commitment to sustainability, SETIC
POURTIER is dedicated to developing eco-friendly
solutions that reduce environmental impact and
promote energy effi ciency.
“Sebastien Farge, Area Sales Manager, declares,
‘We are delighted to participate in Wire & Tube Mexico
2025. This event off ers us an excellent opportunity to
strengthen our presence in Latin and North America and
present our innovations to an international audience.’
“At the booth:
• Sebastien Farge, Sales Area Manager
• Athmane El Jaouhari, Upgrade Sales Manager
• Stephane Ehrohlt, Bow Technology Sales
Manager
“For more information, please visit our website or
contact us at info@setic-pourtier.com.
“For 30 years, SETIC and POURTIER and their
USA branch Gauder Group Inc have been building
knowledge, experience and ability to serve the wire
and cable industry in North America Market. SETIC
and POURTIER are worldwide leaders in designing
and manufacturing rotating machines for ferrous and
non-ferrous cable. On booth 209, you will discover:
“SETIC: leader in special, data communication and
LAN cables machinery for Automation, AI, Robotics
and data analytics sectors and a major actor in the
automotive wire equipment.
“POURTIER: heavy-duty rotating machines to produce
all types of power cables: overhead, submarine and
low, medium, high voltage and extra-high voltage.
“To achieve a higher level of performance and
extended lifetime of the machines, a comprehensive
range of services is also available thought.
“C2S Customer Services department is the ideal
partner for spare parts, machines upgrade and
consulting possibilities.
“BOW TECHNOLOGY makes high graded carbon
bows for ALL sizes and ALL brands of double twist
equipment.”
www.setic-pourtier.com
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SETIC High Speed Single Twist Machine
with rotating capstan.
WIRED FOR INNOVATION
Fisk Alloy, Inc.
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Hawthorne, New Jersey, USA
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(973) 825-8500
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fiskalloy.com
WIRED FOR INNOVATION
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SACO AEI, Booth 114
SAMP USA, Inc., Booth 313
Wiring the world since 1936, SAMP Group is headquartered
in Bologna, Italy, where for more than 85 years we have
crafted and maintained the world’s nest wire and cable
machines. We partner with customers worldwide working
in energy, infrastructure, construction, data and transport,
collaborating to solve technical challenges and to create ef-
cient, high-quality solutions to better power, construct and
connect the world.
Schlatter Industries AG, Booth 112
Production of mesh welding machines, wire weaving ma-
chines, wire production systems and customer service.
SETIC POURTIER, Booth 209
SETIC: leader in special, data communication and LAN ca-
bles machinery for automation, AI, robotics and data analyt-
ics sectors and a major actor in automotive wire equipment.
POURTIER: heavy-duty rotating machines to produce all
types of power cables: overhead, submarine and low, me-
dium, high-voltage and extra-high-voltage.
Shenyang Contor, Booth 738
Shijiazhuang Tengdi Machinery Co., Ltd, Booth 443
Sikora AG, Booth 528
Simpacks/Pioneer, Booth 236
Simpacks and Pioneer Machinery are leaders of complete
factory automation to the wire and cable industry. We sup-
ply complete packaging lines, extrusion lines, drawing ma-
chines, bunchers, tubulars, stranding and rigid machines,
planetary, taping, payos and take-ups.
SKET, Booth 125
Sonha SSP, Booth 603
Sonyc Dies do Brasil, Booth 204
SST Forming Roll, Inc, Booth 620
Star Materials Co., Ltd., Booth 143
Star Materials, a multinational new and high-tech company,
was established by three professionals, who came from dif-
ferent corners of the world. We manufacture and yarns, tapes
and compounds for wire and cable industry.
Strecker, August GmbH, Booth 325
For more than 90 years AUGUST
STRECKER GmbH & Co. KG pro-
duces high quality buttwelding equip-
ment for the wire and cable industry,
serving both the ferrous as well as the
nonferrous sector. STRECKER is the
rst point of contact for individual
solutions in welding technology. The
products enjoy an excellent reputation
for their quality and reliability and are
being used not only in Germany, but
in more than 110 countries all over the
world. At the wire Mexico 2025 Mrs. Sigrun Möbus, Sales
Director is at your service. Welcome to booth no. GH-325.
Taymer International, Booth 305
With more than 60 years of experience producing machines,
Taymer International has always been about developing
leading-edge equipment including optical quality inspection
systems, highly accurate length measurement machines and
various cable printers designed to meet specic needs. As a
world-leading manufacturer of equipment for the wire, ca-
ble, pipe, and tube industry, we’ve built an extensive range
of solutions designed to provide value and reduce costs.
Thermatool, Booth 712
High frequency solid-state induction welding for tube and
pipe applications.
Thermoplastics Engineering Corp. (TEC), Booth 103
TREMEFIL-IZAGUIRE S.A., Booth 402
A wide range of calibrated cold rolled steel proles in low,
medium and high carbon steel. The proles can be delivered
in oscillated coils, spiral coils or cut into bars.
TÜV Rheinland, Booth 527
Unison, Booth 511
Around the world, Unison is the byword for ultra-precise
tube and pipe manipulation.
UNITEK, Booth 113
UNITEK leads the industry with xed-center extrusion
crossheads and cutting-edge technology, including automat-
ic color-changing and cleaning systems.
Uygar Makina, Booth 239
Varo / OMCA – Rotagroup, Booth 434
Vavit, Booth 533
Vietnam Cullinan Electric Co. Ltd., Booth 108
Vinston US Corp, Booth 338
VIVIRAD S.A., Booth 124
The VIVIRAD Group is a French-owned entity created in
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1984. The founder and President General Manager is Michel
Letournel, who was Director of the Accelerator Service at
the Strasbourg Nuclear Center from 1959 to 1989. The large
experience of the group comes from VIVIRAD-High Volt-
age Corporation, formerly known as High Voltage Engineer-
ing Corporation (HVEC), the oldest American accelerator
manufacturer that built and installed over 2500 accelerators
worldwide.
VÖDKM/AWCMA, Booth 212
Achieving greater awareness of its market-leading high-tech
products and Austrian engineering in the international wire
and cable industry are central to the global aims of the AW-
CMA industry association. The principal aim of the Associa-
tion lies in the international marketing of the leading Aus-
trian technology products of its members to the international
wire and cable industry.
voestalpine Rotec GmbH, Booth 213
voestalpine Rotec is an international group of companies
specialized in the production, processing and sales of tubu-
lar products made of precision steel, lightweight aluminum
or high-strength titanium. Nearly 1300 employees produce
high-quality, technologically sophisticated tube components
for the automotive and machine construction industry.
Voge Composites, LLC, Booth 307
Voge Composites LLC is located in Atlanta, GA, USA,
where it manufactures the highest quality carbon ber
buncher bows for wire and cable machines.
Waos de Mexico, Booth 523
Wenzhou Guanco Technology Co., Ltd, Booth 442
We are a metal company that integrates the production, pro-
cessing and trading of pipe, sheet and plate.
wire & Tube Info, Booth 300
Wire and Plastic Machinery, Booth 120
Wire Lab Company, Booth 317
Wire Lab Company manufactures multiple models of WIL-
CO Mechanical Descaling Systems for processing steel wire
rod. The product line may be separated into two classes:
non-aggressive and aggressive descalers with the aggressive
line incorporating our Automatic Rod Brushing unit. Widely
used WILCO wire drawing aids include simple-to-use Lu-
bricant Applicators and straightforward double-die Pressure
Die Holders.
Witech, Booth 530
WITECH, with its GalvaGREEN technology, are world
leaders in new technologies and the production of equipment
for producing hot-dip galvanized wires, creating new per-
spectives in oering environmentally friendly and energy-
ecient solutions and less production costs.
Wuxi Kangsida Mechanical, Booth 142
Bimetallic drawing machine, ACS drawing machine, steel
rod or wire treatment machine.
Wuxi Sunlit Science and Technology Co., Ltd, Booth 240
Wuxi Sunlit Science and Technology Co., Ltd is a specic
provider and forerunner of customized overall solutions for
steel wire products in combination with R&D, design, man-
ufacture and sales in China.
Youngjin Flex Co., Ltd., Booth 631
Youngjin Flex, or simply YJF, is a manufacturing company
based in Korea. Our main production sites are located in
Korea and Vietnam, with primary materials and components
sourced from Korea, Japan and China.
Zeus Techno, Booth 237
We design and manufacture nail collating machines. Cur-
rently, we export machines to America, Europe, Asia and
Africa every year.
Zhejiang Leadtek, Booth 635
Zhejiang Leadtek was established in 2015. Our main prod-
ucts are stainless steel ball valves, gate valves, globe valves,
check valves, lters, camlock, pipe ttings and other equip-
ment accessories. Our products are exported to South Korea,
the USA, Brazil, Russia, Turkey, the UK, Australia and other
countries and regions.
Zhejiang Zhiguang Precision, Booth 441
Zhejiang Zhiguang Precision Tools Co., Ltd is a professional
company engaged in the development and manufacturing of
high-end metal cutting cold saw blades.
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MFL GROUP: Machines for Wire,
Cable & Rope Production
Sabrina Rotella, Head of Marketing and
Communication, Marketing Dept., Mario Frigerio
S.p.A. (MFL Group), Molteno, Italy, says, “Join us at
wire Mexico 2025 (Hall G/H, Booth 428), where MFL
Group will showcase our comprehensive range of
machinery for wire, cable and rope production.
“We serve a diverse range of industries in the Ferrous
sector, oering advanced solutions such as wire rod
preparation lines, drawing lines, reinforcement steel
wire lines, induction tempering and hardening lines,
wire treatment lines, low relaxation PC lines, stranding
and closing lines, sheathing lines and many more.
“In the Non-Ferrous sector, our product range extends
to wire drawing lines, stranding and bunching lines,
extrusion lines and tin plating lines.
“At wire Mexico 2025, our wire and cable division will
present the updated portfolio of our rod breakdown
lines, including the new compact TS2 machine. With
a compact design, this machine delivers outstanding
performance with a real slip of 1%, energy-saving
features, and remarkable eciency.
“One of our highlights is the MFL Group’s multiwire
drawing Line, designed to boost productivity while
minimizing energy consumption and maintenance
requirements. This line achieves drawing speeds of up
to 35 m/s and can process up to 48 wires through 15
to 33 dies. Equipped with a quick die change system,
it eliminates time-consuming re-stringing, ensuring
maximum uptime and eciency.
“Our extrusion lines feature a patented extruder
design and thermoregulation system for advanced
melt temperature control, ensuring precision and
consistency throughout the extrusion process.
These lines combine reliability, low maintenance
requirements and material handling flexibility,
meeting diverse insulation and jacketing needs while
delivering consistent performance. Additionally, they
set the industry standard for working with halogen-
free materials.
“In the ferrous sector, Mario Frigerio continues to
lead the market with LRPC machinery for high-
tensile applications in the infrastructure industry.
From rod preparation to drawing and stranding, we
oer solutions tailored to both standard and custom
applications, ensuring optimal results at every stage of
the production process. Additionally, we provide eco-
friendly rod preparation solutions such as mechanical
descaling and phosphate coating systems.
“Building on the success of our reinforcement steel
wire machine for coils, Koch brand introduces a fully
automated reinforcement steel wire line for bars. Our
lineup includes features like automatic coil labeling,
discharging systems and motorized stretching roll
adjustments. We offer advanced cold rolling and
stretching lines for reinforcement steel wire production
worldwide, along with straightening, cutting and
drawing lines.
“Our stranding and closing lines are available in
various congurations, producing everything from
general-purpose ropes to highly specialized products.
Our ferrous and non-ferrous portfolio includes tubular,
skip, planetary, double-twist, rigid cage and drum
twister stranding lines, catering to a wide range of
applications.
“We invite you to visit us at Hall G/H, Booth 428, to
explore our latest innovations and advancements in
wire technology. We look forward to welcoming you!”
www.mgroup.com
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Lämneå Bruk: Complete Wire
Drawing Lines Made in Sweden
Ann Kathrin Hassenburs, Head of Marketing, Lämneå
Bruk AB, Ljusfallshammar, Sweden, says, “We are
thrilled to announce that Lämneå Bruk will be exhibiting
at wire Mexico for the very fi rst time! Visit us at booth
G-335 and join us as we showcase our Swedish-made
wire machinery innovations. As a trusted one-stop
supplier for wire machinery solutions, Lämneå Bruk has
earned its reputation by delivering tailored solutions for
a variety of wire types, including welding, low to high
carbon, stainless steel and spring wire, catering to the
diverse needs of our global customers.
“While Lämneå Bruk is renowned for complete wire
drawing lines, our focus in recent years has been
on pioneering coiling and automated solutions. At
the forefront is our industry-leading No Twist Coiler
(NTC) portfolio, developed since 1992, which has
revolutionized wire manufacturing worldwide. With
hundreds of successful deliveries, the NTC has proven
to dramatically enhance productivity and effi ciency for
wire manufacturers—achieving higher outputs in wire
drawing and uncoiling without requiring modifi cations
to existing setups.
“The NTC’s unique coiling technology replaces
traditional gooseneck and spooling methods, delivering
perfectly pattern-laid, twist-free wire coils weighing up
to 4.5 metric tons in inverted carriers. This innovation
minimizes scrap, maximizes productivity and supports
economic performance. The larger wire packages
also mean fewer operation stops and more effi cient
shipping to customers. Furthermore, the NTC is
designed with sustainability in mind, off ering signifi cant
energy savings thanks to its innovative payoff system
in inverted carriers.
“Beyond the spotlight on No Twist Coiler technology,
Lämneå Bruk off ers high-performance dry drawing
machines tailored to diverse production requirements.
These machines boast superior cooling systems
to prevent block overheating, featuring specialized
V-grooves for enhanced cooling and dual coatings
(zinc inside, tungsten carbide outside) for optimal
thermal management and durability.
“With a legacy of over 200 years, Lämneå Bruk takes
pride in designing, developing and manufacturing
every machine component in-house in Central
Sweden. This ensures fully customized solutions that
meet the exact needs of our international customers.
“We are excited to bring our innovative portfolio to wire
Mexico 2025 and connect with industry leaders from
around the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit us
at booth G-335 or learn more at www.lamnea.com.”
NTC-1700 with wire package.
108 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
RichardsApex Celebrates 120
Years of Excellence; Launches
Water-Soluble Copper Wire
Drawing Lubricant Series
Drew Richards, CEO, RichardsApex, Inc.,
Philadelphia, PA, USA, says, “RichardsApex, a
distinguished global leader in lubricant solutions,
proudly marks 120 years of industry innovation and
excellence. Renowned for its top-tier lubricants
tailored for wire drawing and hot rolling applications,
RichardsApex continues to set the standard in the
lubricant sector with its advanced product oerings
and unparalleled technical expertise.
“Specializing in semi-synthetic and synthetic lubrication
compounds, RichardsApex provides essential
solutions for both non-ferrous (including copper,
aluminium and brass) and ferrous wire drawing. The
company’s comprehensive product line also includes
protective coatings, cleaners, corrosion inhibitors and
oil-based lubricants suitable for all non-ferrous and
ferrous alloys in wire and rod rolling applications.
“RichardsApex supplies the lubricants and protective
coatings for copper wire rod manufacturing, including
its agship SK series, HRAL and CC40 products.
This dominant market presence underscores
RichardsApex’s deep understanding and technical
prowess in rod and wire production, marking it as a
core competitive advantage.
“In response to the evolving needs of today’s high-
eciency machinery, RichardsApex is dedicated to
exceeding customer expectations through cutting-
edge technology. The company’s latest innovation, the
‘RA’ Series (RA400, RA500, RA600) exemplies this
commitment. Developed through extensive research
and rigorous on-site testing, The ‘RA’ Series is a
modern, water-soluble copper wire drawing lubricant
series designed to meet the demanding requirements
of a global customer base.
“The ‘RA’ Series features advanced friction modiers
tailored for contemporary machinery, dies and
operational speeds, while oering lower lubricant
consumption compared to competing products.
This ultra-modern lubricant generates a stable,
low-foaming emulsion that minimizes copper soap
formation, enhances tank life, and improves wire
drawing performance with fewer breaks per ton of
wire produced. Suitable for copper, copper-plated
alloys, and EC aluminium, the ‘RA’ Series excels in
rod breakdown, single and multi-wire machines, and
inline annealing processes. The ‘RA’ Series (RA400,
RA500, RA600) has rapidly become RichardsApex’s
fastest-growing wire drawing lubricant series, reecting
its global success and widespread market appeal.
“With a robust global sales network and over 120 years
of history, RichardsApex provides exceptional on-site
support and technical sales assistance worldwide.
This network enables RichardsApex to help clients
enhance productivity, improve quality, and reduce
manufacturing costs eectively. Visit RichardsApex
at wire Mexico: Booth 303.” www.richardsapex.com
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Wire & Plastic Machinery:
World’s Largest Supplier of
Used Wire & Cable Machinery
Erik Macs, Director of Sales, Wire & Plastic
Machinery Corp., Bristol, CT, USA, says, “With
over 30,000 items of machinery in stock and eight
warehouses, Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp. is the
largest supplier of used wire and cable equipment in
the world. Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp. is actively
engaged in purchasing high-quality used equipment
for stock to oer its customers a one stop selection.
The equipment is sold either in its original state or
after mechanical and electrical refurbishing, to today’s
standards. A wide range of equipment is available for
producing almost all cable types such as ber optic,
low-voltage cables, data cable, automotive, power
and specialized electrical cables. Categories include
Barrel Packers, Binders, Bobbin Winders, Braiders,
Capstans, Caterpullers, Coilers, Dancers, Extruders
(Plastic and Rubber), Extrusion Lines, Granulators,
Motors, Optical Fiber Equipment, Ovens, Payos,
Preheaters, Printers, Reels, Rewinders, Rotating
Equipment, Screws, Stripers, Strippers, Takeups,
Tapers, Testers, Tubular Stranders, Welders and Wire
Drawing.
“Booth personnel at the Wire Mexico in Monterrey
on February 11-13, 2025 will include Rahul
Sachdev, Erik Macs and Greg Malcervelli. Video
displays as well as website access will provide
viewing of our entire current online inventory.”
www.wireandplastic.com
Wire and Plastic Machinery Headquarters,
Bristol, CT, USA.
WCTI
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CERSA-MCI : An
Innovative Story
Estelle Lacroix, Marketing at CERSA-MCI, says,
“Established in France in 1981, CERSA-MCI is a
benchmark company in the fi eld of measurement and
control instruments. We develop and manufacture
high-level measuring equipment for fi ne wires, cables
and optical fi bers. We off er a portfolio of cutting-
edge solutions to help customers enhancing their
production quality. Advanced technologies such as
interferometers interferometry and diff raction, ensure
high speed measurements and high accuracy. Our
sensors are useful on-line and off -line for non-contact
measurement applications.
“Today, the CERSA-MCI teams are fully focused on
bringing out truly innovative instruments to complement
its their off ering for the wire & cable sector.
“CERSA-MCI will be present at wire Mexico 2025
(Hall G/H Booth G-304) to showcase its innovative
measuring instruments, particularly its range of surface
analysis equipment, which has achieved signifi cant
success over the past two years.
“We have planned several demonstrations, including
one of our offl ine wire diameter and ovality measurement
solutions: the LDS device and its WSR wire sample
rotation accessory. For those seeking a complete
characterization of wire shape, including ovality
and roundness, precise diameter measurements in
multiple directions are essential. To address this need,
CERSA-MCI has developed a specialized laboratory
tool that ensures wire samples remain straight and
taut. This system, utilizing cranks and geared pulleys,
rotates the sample within the LDS laser beam. When
equipped with this accessory, the LDS becomes
a comprehensive solution for 360° wire and cable
measurement.
“Focusing on high-speed line measurement, the
SQMF, featuring our new patented technology, detects
surface defects and displays their shapes directly on-
screen. This versatile solution can be used both during
production on the drawing line and offl ine for wire
sample analysis in its WIRE360 version. Attendees
will have the opportunity to witness this advanced
technology in action. It is now available for round
products ranging from 15 µm to 2000 µm, off ering a
complementary solution to enhance quality control.
“Additionally, CERSA-MCI will present the DLN, an all-
in-one solution for the wire and cable sector. Operating
at an impressive speed of 250,000 measurements
per second on three axes, the DLN delivers a total
of 750,000 accurate diameter values per second!
Offi cially introduced at Wire Düsseldorf 2024, this
ultra-high-speed diameter gauge also provides ovality
measurement and defect detection, outperforming
competitive off erings in the industry.
“We look forward to welcoming you at wire Mexico
2025 and showcasing these ground breaking solutions.
“Prepare your visit by
exploring our website at
www.cersa-mci.com
to learn more about
our extensive range of
measurement gauges.
Let’s discuss your
needs and how our
innovative solutions
can support your quality
control processes.”
wwww.cersa-mci.com
Abstract
The plastics market in wire and cable is projected to reach
US$15 billion by 2027, with PVC dominating due to its fl ex-
ibility, fl ame resistance and oil resistance. However, PVC’s
low-temperature performance remains a challenge.
This study examines two new PVC elastomer grades
(75 and 85 Shore A) that off er excellent fl ame retardancy,
physical properties and superior low-temperature performance
(-60°C). These grades meet fl ame-retardant (LOI > 35%), oil
resistance (Oil I & II) and temperature (105°C) standards.
Both compounds are easy to process using standard PVC
extrusion equipment. Recommended screw design and pro-
cessing parameters are provided.
With a brittle point of -60°C and a high-temperature rating
of 105°C, these PVC elastomers are ideal for outdoor and wet
location applications and are critical in applications such as
electric vehicle charging stations.
Introduction
The wire and cable industry is experiencing rapid growth,
driven by increasing electrifi cation and technological advance-
ments. PVC has long been the dominant material due to its
versatility, fl ame resistance and oil resistance. However, its
limitations, particularly in low-temperature performance, have
hindered its application in certain environments.
To address these challenges, this study introduces two
novel PVC based elastomer compounds designed to off er
superior low temperature performance while maintaining the
desirable properties of traditional PVC. These compounds
are formulated to meet the stringent requirements of the UL
62 standard for 105°C rated continuous use temperature for
TPE materials. Additionally, they exhibit exceptional cold
impact and cold bend resistance, even at temperatures as low
as -40°C and -60°C, respectively.
By combining excellent fl ame retardancy, oil resistance
and temperature stability with exceptional low-temperature
performance, these new PVC elastomers represent a signifi -
cant advancement in the wire and cable industry. They are
well-suited for a wide range of applications, including outdoor
and wet location installations, as well as critical infrastructure
such as electric vehicle charging stations.
This study presents a comprehensive evaluation of these
new PVC elastomer compounds, comparing their performance
to other PVC elastomer compounds as well as a TPU, TPE
Next Generation PVC Elastomers
with Superior Low Temp Performance
110 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
New economically viable materials
demonstrate improved fl ame retardancy
over other commercial grades; making
them attractive for a variety of applications.
and CPE. The test protocol employed in this study was de-
signed to assess the compounds’ behavior in various aspects,
including fl ammability, low-temperature performance and
oil resistance. The results obtained provide valuable insights
into the unique properties and potential applications of these
innovative materials.
Experimental Section
Materials:
To evaluate the performances of the two PVC-based elas-
tomers comprehensively, other commercial compounds of
various categories are compared. These compounds include
thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), thermoplastic polyurethane
(TPU), chlorinated polyethylene (CPE), as well as PVC-based
elastomers (PVC ref).
Benchmarking Approach:
Each of the compounds was compared for a series of
properties on lab-scale samples. These properties include
hardness, density, tensile strength, UL temperature ratings,
oil resistance, low temperature brittleness, shear viscosity
and fl ame retardancy.
For the UL temperature ratings, tests were set to meet the
requirements of 105°C rated TPE SJE (hard usage, thermo-
plastic elastomer type) and SJEW (hard usage, thermoplastic
elastomer, weatherable type) materials, while the UL oil
resistance tests were set to meet the requirements of UL Ι Oil
Rating and UL ΙI Oil Rating.
Conclusions regarding any correlation between compounds
and wire test results are presented. A list of the test methods
used are listed in the following sections.
Table 1. Sample Labels and Descriptions.
Qiming He, Samuel Browne, Keke Chen, Roland Ruprecht
Teknor Apex Company
Pawtucket, RI, USA
www.teknorapex.com
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Lab-Scale Sample Preparation and Tests:
The PVC elastomer compounds were melt-mixed using a
continuous processing line, and then cut into pellets through
a single screw for further processing and testing.
Table 2 lists the properties measured from lab-scale com-
pounds. It includes test methods used and states whether it
passed criteria defi ned by the standard.
The apparent shear viscosity was measured using the
pellets. Specifi c gravity, fl exural modulus, brittle point and
limiting oxygen index were measured on specimens die-cut
from compression molded plaques to the dimensions required
by the respective method. All compression-molded plaques
were pressed at around 185°C (365°F), and all specimens were
tested after conditioning for 24 hours in a room controlled at
23°C (73°F) and 50% relative humidity.
Specifi c gravity was measured using compression molded
specimens that were die-cut into 1.75" diameter × 0.25" thick
(44.5 mm × 6.4 mm) discs. Flexural modulus results were
reported based on the average of fi ve tests performed on 5"
× 0.5" × 0.125" (127.0 mm × 12.7 mm × 3.2 mm) specimens
at a strain rate of 0.05"/min (1.27 mm/min). Brittle point was
determined using specimens 1.25" × 0.25" × 0.075" (31.8 mm
x 6.4 mm x 1.9 mm) with a Type B holding clamp in an iso-
propyl alcohol as the test medium. Six to eight specimens were
tested to achieve each result. Automatic capillary rheometer
(ACR) was applied to measure the apparent shear viscosity
at ten diff erent shear rates ranging from 100 – 1000 s-1. The
testing was performed at 200°C (392°F) using a 20:1 length/
diameter die and a 300-second dwell time was held before
testing. Limiting Oxygen Index was determined from ASTM
2863 type IV specimens and by observing the top surface
ignition method (Method A).
Results and Discussion
Mechanical and Rheological Properties:
Apparent shear viscosity was measured via an automatic
capillary rheometer (ACR). The shear rate ranged from 100
to 1000 s-1 to investigate shear dependence; a character
related to the processibility of the compounds. Gener-
ally, PVC-based elastomers are composed of ultra-high
molecular weight (UHMW) PVC. Introduction of UHMW
PVC enhances mechanical properties of the compound,
but hinders the fl ow property of the material, as the melt
viscosity scales exponentially to molecular weight of the
polymer. However, with proper formulating for the PVC-
based elastomers, the apparent shear viscosity of the ma-
terials does not increase signifi cantly compared to normal
fl exible PVC materials, which indicates similar processibil-
ity of these two new grades to fl exible PVC compounds.
The specifi c gravity values reported in Table 3 show that
the two new grades are slightly denser than the TPU, TPE
and CPE counterparts. However, due to the economic merits
of PVC as a raw material, these PVC-based elastomers are
competitive in price. These two PVC-based compounds are
also characterized by remarkable tensile strength and elonga-
tion at break considering its highly engineered nature. Table 3
shows that all of the compounds exhibit tensile strength values
far in excess of 8.3 MPa (1200 psi) UL-62 requirement for
TPE materials, with the lowest value reported for the PVC
elastomer formulation is 16.2 MPa (2350 psi). Moreover,
Table 2. Test Methods Performed on Compound.
Figure 1. Automated Capillary Rheology Comparison
at 191 oC (376 oF).
Table 3. Physical and Mechanical Properties.
Next Generation PVC Elastomers with Superior Low Temp Performance ...continued
these PVC-based elastomers exceed the 200% elongation
criteria by a wide margin. The tensile properties and fl exural
modulus suggest the materials are suitable for applications
like exposed run and direct burial cables.
Thermomechanical Performance:
To qualify for application in wires and cables, samples
must pass specialized, high and low temperature performance
tests, which require specimens free of cracking or deforming
at specifi c temperatures. At low temperatures, UL 62 requires
that general purpose fl exible cords pass cold bend at -20°C
or at -40°C or lower for constructions labeled as weather-
able. Previous evaluations suggested that when the samples
process a low temperature brittle point below -60°C (-76°F),
they should pass -60°C cold bend with a high probability.
The two new grades presented are likely to pass -60°C cold
bend and -40°C cold impact tests. To further verify the low
temperature performance, tests performed on wire are under-
going. Based on the low temperature brittle point, the PVC
elastomers introduced show superior low temperature perfor-
mance compared to the CPE (-50°C), TPE (-55°C), and TPU
(-40°C) counterparts. At elevated temperature conditions, UL
62 also requires that thermoplastic materials must pass both
a dry temperature rating of 105°C and oil temperature rating
of 60°C. The new grades exhibit robust performance in both
cases, a signifi cant advantage over TPE materials.
Flame Retardant Characterizations
Three elements: heat, fuel and oxygen are required for a fi re
to ignite and burn. Without enough oxygen, a fi re cannot start
or sustain itself. Thus, limiting oxygen index (LOI) is a criti-
cal parameter to understand the fl ame-retardant performance
of a material. It measures the percentage of oxygen required
to maintain combustion of a specimen for three minutes, or
over a 2" (5.08 cm) burn length, whichever occurs fi rst. It is a
test to understand how readily a specimen can be ignited and
burnt. Since the test can be carried out using small specimens,
it is commonly used in the industry for quality control test-
ing of fl ame-retardant compounds. Figure 2 shows the LOI
of fi ve of the compounds mentioned. The TPU compounds
is characterized with LOI of 24%, indicating the relatively
combustible nature of the materials. In the case of the highly
engineered fl ame-retardant TPE, the LOI increases to 28%.
The improved fl ame-retardant performance enables the TPE
compound to be used in areas like appliance wire jacketing,
appliance wire insulation, fl ame-retardant jacking, etc. The
fl ame-retardant nature of Chlorine further increases the LOI
of the CPE to 29.5%, making the CPE a good candidate for
appliance wire jacketing, appliance wire insulation, etc. With
Chlorine content of 56.8%, PVC exhibits excellent fl ame-
retardant behavior inherently. The superior fl ame-retardancy
of PVC has been transferred and enhanced in the two new
PVC elastomers. Both grades of the PVC elastomers have a
LOI of 36%, much higher than that of other material families.
Based on the LOI, both grades should be rated as FT-4 over
PVC/XLPE, which enable them to be applied to cable jack-
ing, coaxial cable jacketing, communication cable jacketing,
electronic cable jacketing, fl ame-retardant jacketing, fl exible
jacketing, industrial cable jacketing, etc.
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Table 4. Tensile Property Retention After
Oven Aging/Oil Retention.
Figure 2. Oxygen Index Results from Compound.
Table 5. Properties of New PVC Elastomers.
Summary of New PVC Elastomer Compounds:
Table 5 provides a summary of properties for two new
PVC elastomers that were developed for VW-1 and Cable
Flame (UL 1581) rated applications that were examined in
this study. Both are 105°C temperature rated, exhibit excellent
oil resistance, contain low VOC content, and are able to be
processed over a wide application temperature range.
Conclusions
Two new PVC elastomer solutions for cable applications
were compared to three diff erent commercially available
compounds: TPU, TPE and CPE used as a jacket in Cable
Flame (UL 1581) rated applications. Both new PVC elastomer
compounds were successful in demonstrating improved fl ame
retardancy over other commercial grades by processing a LOI
higher than 35%. With a low temperature point below -60°C,
these two grades are expected to pass -60°C cold bend and
-40°C cold impact tests, making them great candidates for out-
door cords. Additionally, the compounds met the requirements
for a UL 62 105°C-rated TPE material: tensile and elongation,
oven-aging, deformation and heat shock at 150°C. They also
demonstrated themselves to be oil-resistant by passing Oil
I and Oil II aging. In conclusion, these new PVC elastomer
grades represent a signifi cant advancement. They off er a com-
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Author Profi les:
Qiming He is a Senior Chemist/En-
gineer at Teknor Apex, where he fo-
cuses on research and development
of novel solutions for various appli-
cations. Qiming received his Ph.D.
in Polymer Science from the Univer-
sity of Akron. Prior to joining the Teknor Apex,
he spent many years as a postdoctoral fellow and
research professional in the Pritzker School of
Molecular Engineering of the University of Chi-
cago and Chemical Engineering of the University
of Minnesota Twin Cities.
Samuel Browne joined Teknor Apex
in 2018 and currently works as a
Process Engineer on the Support
Services team. In this capacity, he is
responsible for the optimization of
existing commercial grade process-
es, and the establishment of process capability and
consistency for newly developed compounds. He
received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemi-
cal Engineering from the University of Rhode
Island.
Keke Chen is the Technical Manager
at Teknor Apex, where she leads a
technology team to develop special-
ized plastic solutions for various in-
dustries including electronics, build-
ing and construction, healthcare and
wire and cable. Keke joined Teknor Apex after
The paper from which this article was generated was pre-
sented at the “2024 IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry
Forum” in Providence, RI, USA, a premier technology event
for the exchange of information and development of industry
professionals and scholars. www.iwcs.org
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pelling combination of excellent fl ame-retardancy, robust oil
resistance, and an exceptionally wide temperature operating
range, with a lower limit as low as -60°C. Moreover, these
materials are economically viable, making them attractive for
a variety of applications.
Acknowledgments:
The authors would like to thank their colleagues at Teknor
Apex, including the Pilot Plant and Physical Testing Labora-
tory staff for all of their assistance and diligence that made
this study possible. In particular, special thanks are extended
to Alex Von Hardberger, Alice Albrinck, David Braun,
Frank DePina, Helder Rosario, Jaime Moitoso, James
Maguire, James Smithson, John Viveiros, John Yue,
Jon Mello, Joseph Handy, Keon Alford, Melanie Oliver,
Michael Johnson, Ronald Marcotte, Sandro Vicente and
Yundong Wang. The introduction of these two new PVC
elastomers would not have been possible without their sup-
port and commitment.
References:
Product data sheets are available for download at the company
website. www.teknorapex.com
graduating with a Ph.D. Degree in Polymer En-
gineering from University of Akron in 2019. She
has led multiple technology launches from concept
to commercialization. Keke’s team currently focus-
es on implementing sustainability initiatives and
identifying opportunities in the Data Center sec-
tor. Outside of work, Keke is actively involved in
multiple communities including SWE Boston and
AWIS mentor circle etc.
Roland Ruprecht joined Teknor Apex
in 2004, where he has held a variety
of roles in operations, laboratory,
product development and technology
management. His expertise in fl ame
retardant technologies, consumer
products and weatherable polymer blends has led
to several patent publications. As the global tech-
nical manager, he currently oversees vinyl technol-
ogy, chemicals technology, support services and
the Asia technology group.
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to support a variety of production processes and
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specification product manufacturers. The Ultra-
Gauge+ series can be used with LaserLinc’s Total
Vu HMI for process visualization, data logging,
reporting, SPC, tolerance checking and more.”
www.laserlinc.com/products/ultragauge
Integrating the Latest Advances Available
for Quality, Process and Tension Control
Erik Macs, Director of Sales, Wire & Plastic Machin-
ery Corp., Bristol, CT, USA, says, “Wire and Plastic
Machinery Corporation headquartered in Bristol, CT
and with extensive warehouses in MA, RI, NC and
TX is the largest used machinery dealer in the world.
In the realm of retroing used drawing, stranding,
extrusion and rewind/packaging lines, it is impera-
tive to be able to incorporate and integrate the latest
technological advances available for quality, process
and tension control. It is also prudent to know when
to keep it simple.
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“For quality control, online monitoring and data
acquisition are the key features. Typically in the
refurbishment of a complete operating line, the op-
tions of resurrecting an existing monitoring system
are usually limited as modern acquisition systems
can provide vastly superior amounts of information
and more in tune with current networking features.
Control systems need to take into account the needs
of all the personnel involved with the process - qual-
ity personnel, process engineers, line operators and
management - to ensure that the information gener-
ated is also utilized to optimum eect.
“Tension control is a critical feature of every process
involved in wire and cable processing. Many advances
in control techniques of powered systems are available
through the use of a variety of sensors, Bluetooth and
hardwire communication and alternative component
power supplies. However, the simplistic approach of
tensioning by strictly mechanical means can outweigh
the sometimes exorbitant costs of new technology.
Again, the needs of all personnel involved with moni-
toring a specic process must be accounted for when
redesigning a system.
“Motor drives and PLC/Interface systems continue to
pack more capabilities in a smaller package each and
every year. The biggest headache tends to be ensuring
that electrical noise is eliminated between the various
aspects of the system. And communication protocols
between components must also be considered. While
it obviously advantageous to have good online moni-
toring of process conditions, it can be somewhat also
overwhelming to control the massive ow of informa-
tion. This can require the need of specialized person-
nel within your organization to control, organize and
analyze the information ow. Care must especially
be given to the security of a system to ensure that no
one can inadvertently cause signicant loss of data
or operational time.
“A key feature for both refurbished lines and new
from OEM’s, is the ability to monitor operational
conditions from remote locations. In this case, both
the supplier and user must be able to suitably com-
municate and incorporate data demands of the user’s
network system with the communication protocols of
the operating system.” www.wireandplastic.com
More Suppliers of Controls
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• EraserCompany,www.eraser.com
• ZumbachElectronicAG,www.zumbach.com
• NordsonMeasurement&ControlSolutions
(formerlyNDCTechnologies),www.ndc.com
• ProtonProducts,Inc.,www.protonproducts.com
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Over the past year, the KURRE Group has implemented a
series of strategic optimizations. The German company, which
encompasses KURRE Systems (special machinery for the
cable and wire industry), KUTEC (metal construction) and
the extrusion expert SIEBE Engineering, has made signi-
cant strides in many areas, resulting in a marked increase in
eciency. Managing Director Stefan Plaggenborg provided
us with insights into these developments.
KURRE Systems has had a milestone year. What were
the most signicant achievements for the KURRE
Group in 2024?
Plaggenborg: Indeed, 2024 has been a pivotal year, bringing
us forward in numerous ways. As our employees often say,
“It never gets boring.” The key milestones included our suc-
cessful participation at WIRE in Düsseldorf, as well as major
modernization and expansion projects at our two primary
locations.
The wire Düsseldorf show was a highlight for the en-
tire industry. However, let’s turn to your optimization
initiatives – what was the driving force behind them?
Plaggenborg: In today’s dynamic market environment, stay-
ing successful requires continuous monitoring and adaptation
– and this is what has always dened KURRE. Since our
founding in 1979, we have experienced steady growth. It was
time to take the next signicant step to ensure we are fully
prepared for the future – beneting our employees, suppliers,
and, most importantly, our customers.
What specically does this next step involve?
Plaggenborg: Our order intake and the growing focus on
research and development necessitated additional space. We
were able to expand our headquarters in Ramsloh to accom-
modate this growth. This summer, we increased our produc-
tion area by 2000 m2 and our oce space by approximately
1000 m2. For the rst time, this allowed us to consolidate the
assembly of extruders and control systems for extrusion lines
under one roof. Previously, this part of the process had been
carried out at our site in Neustadt/Wied.
This refers to the SIEBE Engineering location,
correct?
Plaggenborg: Exactly. Thanks to this expansion, we can now
combine mechanical and electrical assembly in Ramsloh. As a
result, we were able to establish a new, more modern facility
A Leap Into The Future
120 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Modernization and expansion lead to signicant
strides in many areas and increased eciency.
for SIEBE Engineering. Since October, engineering, process
technology, programming, commissioning and portions of
sales and project management have been relocated to a nearby
site in Bad Honnef.
These seem like signicant changes. How do these
improvements benet your customers?
Plaggenborg: Our customers are always our top priority.
The more ecient and exible production processes now
allow us to better meet their specic needs. The integration
of mechanical and electrical assembly enables us to deliver
optimized solutions and respond more quickly to chang-
ing demands. This benets not only our customers but also
enhances our internal capabilities. Additionally, through
investments in modern machinery for our KUTEC division,
we have increased our production capacity. The expanded as-
sembly space now allows us to commission multiple extrusion
systems in full length – an important step forward.
You mentioned research and development. What ad-
vancements have been made in this area?
Plaggenborg: Several years ago, we developed the laboratory
Thorsten Wilde
Director Sales and Project Management
KURRE Systems
Ramsloh, Germany
www.kurre-systems.de
KURRE Managing Director, Stefan Plaggenborg,
in the new section of the assembly hall.
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 121
extruder – an innovative machine with adjustable parameters,
ideal for testing new polymers. We have since expanded our
research and development eorts signicantly, allowing us
to collaborate with our customers to achieve the best possible
outcomes. Our in-house laboratory extrusion system is now
fully operational, oering the capability to conduct a wide
range of tests.
It sounds like you are well-positioned to meet future
challenges.
Plaggenborg: Absolutely. While the past months have pre-
sented their challenges, we are now in an excellent position to
move forward. Both we and our customers are well-equipped
to face the future with condence.
For more information and the latest updates, please visit the
KURRE website.
www.kurre-systems.de WCTI
Just two months later, the new hall is lled with
ongoing projects.
Another section of the hall provides space for future projects.
The additional space now allows for the installation
of complete extrusion systems.
Company Prole:
KURRE, Ramsloh, Germany. oers extensive in-
dustry know-how, innovative strength and more
than 40 years of experience in the cable and wire
industry as well as in special machine construc-
tion. In addition, its vertical integration of 90%,
state-of-the-art production and more than 250 em-
ployees enable the company to react quickly and
exibly to customer requests. The name KURRE
Systems stands rstly for versatility, secondly for
customer success and thirdly for a real family busi-
ness: The Kurre family successfully led the group
of companies for over 30 years until it was taken
over by Silke Plaggenborg and Stefan Plaggen-
borg in 2014. www.kurre-systems.de
Abstract:
The lead sheath extruder is one of the important and
specialized machines in the wire and cable industry. This
machine uses the extrusion process to create a tubular sheath
on the surface of cables to protect them from chemical and
mechanical environmental factors. Extrusion is an industrial
process in which raw materials are compressed through a
mold to create the desired shape. This process is primarily
used for producing long products with a fi xed cross-section,
such as pipes and profi les. One of the key features is that the
raw material can be plastic, metal or even food. This process
is widely used in the industry to produce high-precision and
high-quality products. In the wire and cable industry, it is
used to create various lead sheaths, PVC, polyethylene and
other insulating materials in the production process of various
power, telecommunications and fi ber optic cables.
The design and application of the lead sheath extruder ma-
chine are very complex and require a high level of technical
knowledge and experience to produce sheaths of the desired
quality. The lead extruder machine is used for specifi c applica-
tions related to lead coating and vulcanization.
The main components of this machine include a lead
melting tank, omega tubes, motor and gearbox, cylinder and
screw, cross head, molds, cooling system, pay-off , take-up,
and control system panel.
History:
Lead sheathing was fi rst used in the USA in 1880 to protect
electrical and telecommunications cables. At that time, lead
was recognized as an ideal material for cable sheathing due
to its unique properties such as high resistance to corrosion,
fl exibility, durability and malleability. This material was
particularly eff ective in industrial environments with harsh
and humid conditions, providing protection for cables against
mechanical and chemical damage. Over time, the production
of lead sheathing has seen signifi cant advancements, with
extruder devices playing a crucial role in optimizing and ac-
celerating this process. Currently, in Iran, this type of sheath-
ing is predominantly used in cables needed for the oil, gas
and petrochemical industries due to the specifi c geographic,
climatic and operational conditions of refi neries and oil sta-
tions in the southern part of the country and oil ports. This
type of sheathing is also used in submarine cables due to its
resistance to corrosion caused by saltwater, its fl exibility and
the high specifi c weight of lead, which ensures the stability of
cables on the seabed. Furthermore, one of the characteristics
of lead is its protection against electromagnetic waves and
Lead Extruder Machine
122 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
The lead sheathing extruder is a vital
machine in the wire and cable industry
that produces high-quality lead sheaths
with unique protective features through
the extrusion process.
fi elds in data and control cables, which is vital and practical
for the transfer of sensitive data.
Applications and Uses of Lead Sheathed
Cables in Industries
Lead sheathing has a wide range of applications across
various industries, among the most important of which are:
1. Electrical and energy industry.
2. Telecommunications industry.
3. Oil, gas and petrochemical industries in oil and gas
transmission lines.
4. Mining industry.
5. Military industries.
6. Atomic energy industries.
7. Underwater and marine equipment industries.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Lead Sheathing
Considering the following advantages and disadvantages,
it appears that lead sheathing is a suitable choice for specifi c
needs and defi ned applications.
Advantages of Lead Sheathing:
1. Excellent corrosion resistance and protection against the
entry of hydrocarbons.
2. High fl exibility.
3. Protection against moisture ingress and long lifespan.
4. Electromagnetic protection.
5. High specifi c weight for submarine cable applications.
6. Can be used as an earthing or grounding system.
Disadvantages of Lead Sheathing:
1. High weight for conventional uses and diffi culties in
transporting and installing cables.
2. Environmental hazards and associated risks to humans.
3. High production costs and raw material expenses.
Ahad Ghaff ari
Doctor of Business Administration and
Master’s in Bio-System Mechanical Engineering
Iran Cable Manufacturing Company – Bayka (ICMC)
Tehran, Iran
www.irancable.com
a.ghafari63@gmail.com
January 2025/Wire & Cable Technology International 123
Fundamentals, Principles of Operation
and Components of the Device:
The schematic diagram of the lead cable production line, as
well as the components of the device and the fundamentals and
principles of operation of the lead sheath extruder, includes
several stages as described below:
1. Preparation of Materials:
Lead extruders operate with molten lead. This process
begins with melting lead ingots or other lead materials. Typi-
cally, specifi c lead or special lead alloys are used to meet the
required mechanical and chemical properties. The lead used
must have high purity to ensure the fi nal quality of the sheath.
In some cases, additives such as anti-moan agents or small
amounts of tin are added for increased corrosion resistance or
hardness. The molten lead is then refi ned to remove impurities
and ensure consistent quality.
2. Lead Feeding System and Omega-Shaped Tubes:
The lead extruder is equipped with a melting tank or
feeding system where lead ingots are loaded and melted by
special heaters, preparing them for extrusion. The molten lead
is transferred through omega-shaped (Ω) tubes from the tank
to the end of a screw inside the main cylinder. The omega
tube is designed to guide the material fl ow uniformly and
without creating pressure diff erences, ensuring that the fi nal
sheath is produced with high quality and uniform thickness.
In fact, this tube plays a vital role in maintaining the quality
and effi ciency of the extrusion process. Depending on the
cable diameter and line speed, the screw speed is determined
by the operator, and the molten lead is directed from the tank
to the extrusion mold with appropriate pressure and fl ow rate.
3. Motor and Gearbox:
The motor and gearbox of the lead sheath extruder are
vital components that ensure the proper functioning of the
machine. The motor provides the driving force for the device,
which is usually electric and designed with high power and
capacity. Controlling the motor speed is crucial, as the screw
speed must be precisely adjusted to convey materials through
the cylinder to the die at an appropriate rate. The gearbox acts
as an intermediary between the motor and the screw, with its
main function being to convert and adjust the motor’s speed
and torque to the levels required for extruding lead. The mo-
tor and gearbox assembly are installed below ground level in
vertical extruders, with a tank equipped with a cooling system
provided beneath it to supply cooling water.
4. Main Body, Extrusion Screw and Housing:
In the path of molten lead transfer, the cylinder body
contains parallel or spiral channels for the circulation of cold
Figure 1: Schematic of lead extruder line.
Figure 2: Installation of vertical lead extruder machine.
Figure 3a: Main components of lead extruder machine
(HFSAB co.).
Figure 3b: Melting Pots.
Lead Extruder Machine ...continued
water, helping to uniformly reduce the temperature of the
molten materials and maintain the cylinder temperature at an
optimal level. This ensures that the melting and compressing
processes of the materials are carried out correctly. In some
machines, channels are also integrated within the screw to
provide more precise control over the screw temperature and
prevent overheating. The water used for cooling the cylinder
body must be pure, and it is better to use distilled and softened
water, as the evaporation of water in the channels can lead
to deposits on the walls of the passages, which ultimately
causes blockage.
The cooling system is a closed circuit. After absorbing
heat, the water is transferred from the main body to the cool-
ing unit and returns to it, after reducing the temperature. Ad-
ditionally, there are heating elements on the outer surface of
the cylinder, typically located in three areas along the main
body, responsible for controlling the cylinder’s temperature.
The thermal balance between the cooling water and heating
elements is managed by numerous temperature sensors con-
nected to the body, alongside sophisticated control systems
that are precisely calibrated.
5. Extrusion Cross Head and Die Block:
The extrusion cross head and die block are vital compo-
nents that shape the lead into the desired form. Die, nipple
(wire guide) and cartridge are other essential parts of lead
extrusion process. Typically, in the wire and cable industry,
this is in the form of a circular cross-section, and with special-
ized equipment, it is possible to determine the thickness of
the extruded lead according to the standards for each cable.
According to IEC 60502-1, the thickness of lead sheath
calculated by below formula:
t = 0.03D + 1
Where (t) is the thickness in millimeters and (D) is the
external diameter of the cable in millimeters.
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Figure 4: Extrusion screw and housing.
6. Continuous Extrusion Process:
Extrusion is the process of drawing a material through a die
of the desired cross section, producing an object with a fi xed
cross section. Lead, lead copper alloys and lead tin alloys are
well suited to the formation of products through the use of
extrusion. A continuous lead extrusion process will produce an
object of theoretically infi nite length, while a semi continuous
process will produce many similar pieces. This process allows
for the production of very complex cross sections. When lead
is driven into the mold through the rotational movement of
the screw, a continuous layer of lead forms around the wire
or cable. The screw ensures a steady fl ow of molten lead and
maintains uniform thickness.
7. Cooling and Solidifi cation:
Immediately after the lead is extruded onto the cable, the
lead-coated cable passes through a cooling system. The cool-
ing system may include a water bath (as shown below), air
cooling, or other methods that instantaneously cool the molten
lead, preventing heat transfer from the lead to the underlying
cable sheath and protecting the cable from damage.
8. Quality Control:
Inspection before and during production is very impor-
tant to ensure the thickness, uniformity, and adhesion of the
lead layer. In new advanced systems, automatic sensors are
Figure 5: Extrusion Cross Head and Die, Nipple
(Wire guide) and Cartridge.
Figure 6: Water cooling system.
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Company Profi le:
The Iran Cable Manufacturing Company (ICMC) is
a manufacturing company based in Tehran
and Shiraz, Iran. Products include low,
medium and high voltage cables; control cables; and
fi ber optic cables. The company has about 150 employ-
ees and the capacity of consuming up to 12,000 metric
tons of copper for production of cables according to na-
tional and international standards. www.irancable.com
constantly checking the dimensions of the lead sheath, while
in older systems, inspections or checks are conducted visu-
ally and using measuring tools, and dimensional control is
performed by taking various samples.
Safety Measures:
When working with the lead sheath extruder, it is very
important to observe essential precautions to ensure safety
and quality of work. Some of these measures include:
1. Use of personal protective equipment such as heat-
resistant gloves, safety glasses and respiratory masks is
essential. Operators must never come into contact with
lead without specialized gloves.
2. Temperature control: The temperature of the cylinder and
screw must be continuously checked and overheating in
all parts of the machine must be prevented.
3. Proper ventilation: The workplace must have an ap-
propriate ventilation system to prevent inhalation of
harmful vapors.
4. User training: Machine operators must receive all nec-
essary training regarding machine operation and safety
measures.
5. Periodic inspection: The machine and its components
must be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent
any malfunctions and potential issues.
6. Cleanliness and order: All 5S standards must be adhered
to, and the workplace should always be clean, organized
and free of dust and unnecessary tools and equipment to
reduce hazards caused by disorder.
Alternative Materials for Lead Sheathing:
Due to the toxicity of lead and potential health hazards for
humans and biological contamination, the use of alternative
materials is of great importance. Some alternatives to lead
include non-toxic materials such as aluminum-magnesium and
aluminum-cadmium alloys, as well as aluminum-magnesium-
cadmium alloys. These alloys possess better mechanical
properties and temperature resistance than lead and can be
used in various industries, including automotive, aerospace
and others.
The replacement of a lead sheath by an aluminum sheath
with good corrosion protection, such as an extruded plastics
over sheath, provides a very economic cable construction
eliminating armor. For cables of a type off ering other advan-
tages, e.g. to provide a concentric conductor as in the Consac
CNE type and HV cables operating under internal pressure,
aluminum sheaths have been widely used since the mid-1960s.
Aluminum alloys have replaced lead in many electrical and
telecommunications cables due to their lightweight and high
corrosion resistance. Copper alloys, due to their high thermal
conductivity and good malleability, are used as a suitable
alternative to lead in cables. Some special polymers, such as
high-density polyethylene (HDPE), are used as good coatings
for PVC, posing no environmental risk. Another alternative to
lead is nickel, which is used in cables required by the military
industries due to its high resistance to heat and corrosion.
The use of these materials in cable production not only
increases safety and reduces environmental hazards but also
improves the quality and lifespan of the cables.
Recommendations and Conclusion:
The lead sheathing extruder is a vital machine in the wire
and cable industry that produces high-quality lead sheaths
with unique protective features through the extrusion process.
This device executes a complex process by combining vari-
ous components such as the cylinder, screw, die, cross head,
temperature control and cooling systems, resulting in the
production of durable and resilient sheaths.
The advantages and disadvantages of lead sheaths indicate
that despite their high weight and negative environmental
impacts, their unparalleled resistance and protective properties
continue to lead to widespread use in various industries. Given
the environmental drawbacks and health risks associated with
lead, it is recommended that further research be conducted on
the widespread adoption of alternative materials.
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www.irancable.com
Spotlight On Extrusion Machinery & Tooling
by Mike McNulty, Editor
Wire & Cable Technology International
At the heart of the extrusion process is the extruder and the
tools being used to form the extruded product. There are
many types of extruders for plastic processing as well as metal
extrusion, and the volume of information available for further
study is impressive.
The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE), www.4spe.org,
and The Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI), www.plas-
ticsindustry.org, oer comprehensive technical handbooks,
videos and educational courses that cover extruders and the
extrusion process.The Electrical Wire Handbook from the Wire
Association International, www.wirenet.org, has chapters on
extruders and the extrusion process as it relates to the wire
and cable industry.
Extruders perform the functions of melting plastic resin,
compressing it into a homogeneous melt and puing enough
pressure on it to force it through a die at a controlled rate so
that it can be applied to wire or cable in a continuous pro-
cess. The basic components of an extruder include the barrel,
screw, drive system, heater, resin hopper, tooling (dies, etc.)
and the controls. The drive system rotates the screw inside of
the barrel, the hopper feeds plastic pellets or powder into the
barrel/screw interface, the screw mixes and pumps the plastic
down the length of the barrel as it compresses it and creates
mechanical work to help melt it, the heaters add more heat to
help the melting, the tooling determines the output prole of
the molten plastic and the controls monitor and control vari-
ables like screw speed, melt pressure, melt temperature, ow
rate, power, etc. The screw and the tooling are probably the
most critical components of the extruder, but all components
serve important functions.
There are many dierent types of extruders as well as extruder
specications and terminology. Types include the single and
double or twin-screw extruders with the dierence being ob-
vious. The twin-screw extruders can be broken down further
into more detailed categories like meshing and nonmeshing,
contra and co-rotating and more. Key performance specica-
tions for describing extruders are diameter, screw rpm, melt
pressure, heating zones, orientation (horizontal or vertical),
drive power, heating power and the length-to-diameter (L/D)
ratio. The L/D ratio is likely the most-referenced specica-
tion—it denes many of the operating characteristics of the
extruder as well as the materials that can be processed. L/D
ratios have increased as technology has increased. Limiting
factors are torque and friction. The longer the screw, the higher
the torque needed to turn it and the higher levels of friction
encountered. There are many denitions specic to extruders,
and I recommend a good reference book or a visit to www.
tangram.co.uk for a presentation of extruder and extrusion-
specic words (listed under Technical Information, Plastics
General Polymer Reports, Extrusion Denitions).
For most extrusion processes, we have several tools involved
in the action: the crosshead and the related tips, dies and aux-
iliary parts, which are in direct contact with the wire or cable.
The extruder screw is also a tool working inside the extruder
to process polymers.
There are dozens of suppliers of extrusion tools. In my opin-
ion, the following areas are important in selecting a supplier
and obtaining tooling: part consistency and quality; service;
experience and know-how; design assistance; and price and
delivery time.
Tooling developments come in the area of tooling materials
126 Wire & Cable Technology International/January 2025
Ajex & Turner Wire Technologies
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Mob.: +91-9871890709
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AJEX & TURNER WIRE TECHNOLOGIES
Guill Tool & Engineering Co., Inc.
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Fax: +1 401 823 5310
Email: sales@guill.com
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and sources, manufacturing techniques for making the tools,
the materials being processed—new wire alloys and new poly-
mers, for example—and cable designs. There are hundreds
of crosshead variations produced as well as many patented
designs. This is because of the high number of dierent cable
constructions being produced around the world.
Trends in extrusion tooling include designs to increase extru-
sion line speeds, improved tolerances, quick-change systems,
proprietary tool designs, miniaturization, improved tooling
lifetime, complex extrusions, simplied operations and simu-
lation of melt ow.
Extrusion tooling determines output prole of the molten
plastic, and it is the point in the extrusion process where “the
rubber meets the road.” The average extrusion line covers a
lot of factory oor space: payos, take-ups, extruder, cooling
troughs, electrical control cabinets and more, but usually, you
can hold all of the extrusion tooling in your hands. It is in this
small space that the process of insulating or jacketing wire,
optical ber, cable and cable components—strength members,
tapes and llers, for example—takes place. All activities in an
extrusion line are focused or derived from this point. This is
why extrusion tooling is vital in achieving proper insulation
and jackets on wire and cable products.
Crosshead materials include stainless steels, tool steels, alloy
steels and carbide, and common tip and die materials are
tungsten carbide, tool steel and ceramics as well as the use of
natural single-crystal and synthetic polycrystalline diamonds
on the extrusion tips. The order of material development
and use—earliest to latest—is natural diamonds, tool steels,
tungsten carbide and synthetic diamonds. Contrary to early
predictions, all materials are still in use. Each die material
has its advantages and limitations, but no one material has
completely replaced the other.
For this article, we dene extrusion tooling to include:
• Breaker Plate: Used to control pressure generated by the ex-
trusion screw pumping molten plastic, and to change plastic
ow direction from rotational to nearly parallel to the extru-
sion screw axis. The breaker plate is a circular steel disc with
many closely spaced small holes. The breaker plate is also used
to support the screens or screen pack so they are not pushed
into the crosshead.
• Screens: Used in combination with the breaker plate, wire
mesh screens are used to prevent solids from passing into the
crosshead, tip/die area, and they often improve mixing. Screen
mesh and wire size, and number of screens vary depending
on compound extruded.
• Crosshead: Redirects the plastic resin ow from extruder to
tip and die—usually at a 90° angle for wire and cable appli-
cations. Crosshead also provides the housing for the tip and
die, and contains other wearable parts. Crosshead design is
prey rigorous and active, and the driving force behind many
patents. General crosshead styles include xed center or ad-
justable, single or multi-layer, single or multi-conductor and
front or back tool-change method.
• Tip and Die: Work together to deliver molten resin to the
material to be insulated or jacketed. These parts will determine
insulation thickness, nished diameter and concentricity.
There are multiple designs depending on the application—ma-
terial being extruded, required tolerances, nished geometry,
etc. Before use, tip/die calculations are made to insure the
desired dimensional result is achieved—draw down ratio,
draw balance ratio, tip diameter, die diameter and nished
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ovality, etc.
Minimum bend diameter is measured by making a loop
of FRP sample that is gradually reduced until the sample
breaks. The diameter of loop at which failure occurs is con-
sidered as minimum bend diameter. Density of FRP rods is
evaluated as per ASTM D 792. Tensile strength and Tensile
modulus are evaluated as per ASTM D 3916. Heat stress test
is performed by bending the FRP rods in such a way that the
diameter equals to 30 x D (where D is diameter of FRP rod)
and the radius is 15 x D. The rods are then kept at 85℃ for
24 hours, 105℃ for one hour and 125℃ for one hour. The
samples are observed for delamination, breakage or kink. In a
similar fashion, heat ageing test is carried out only diff erence
being the samples are bent in 50 x D and kept at 100℃ for
120 hours. The samples are analyzed for visual defects and
reduction in tensile modulus.
Underwater bend test is carried out by keeping FRP sam-
ples in bent conditions (80 D-balloon shape) in underwater
bath operating at 80℃ for 120 hours. After aging tests, sam-
ples were analyzed for surface defects as well as reduction in
modulus. Kink test is performed by wrapping and unwrapping
four turns of FRP rods on 10 mm mandrel (20 D) for fi ve such
cycles. Water absorption test is carried out per ASTM D 570.
Glass transition temperature of composite rods is evaluated
using dynamic mechanical analyzer in three-point bending
geometry with heating rate of 2 kpm and heated from 30℃
to 200℃ as per ASTM D 7028 (see Figure 1).
Results and Discussion
Physical Properties. All strength members had good di-
mensional stability along the length as the diameter values
were in the range of 0.50 ±0.05 mm as shown in Table 1.
Circularity or ovality of the rods were also observed to be
very good, i.e., <3%. Surface of all FRPs was observed to be
glossy, smooth and free from any defects.
Minimum Bend Diameter. In case of regular FRP rod, the
average minimum diameter value was found to be 11 mm, i.e.,
22 D. On the other hand, ARP and low bend FRP rods both,
exhibited much lower value of minimum bend diameter, i.e.,
8 mm (16 D). Bending behavior of composites is mainly as-
sociated with the nature of fi bers and its FVF in composites.
Fig. 1 — Representative image for heat stress test
and heat aging test fi xture.
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Spotlight On Extrusion Machinery & Tooling ...Continued
product diameter are all related. Tips and dies are precision
tools with highly polished surfaces, and are treated with care.
Special cleaning procedures should be followed to get the most
out of your tooling. Tooling types include tube, semi-tube,
compression, specials and more.
The best tooling in the world will not do you much good if
you do not have a good management program. Simplifying
the complex world of tooling is possible. Regular inspection,
detailed record keeping and analysis as well as controlled
experiments can be tedious, but this will provide valuable
information to improve operations, increase tool life and lower
production costs.
Innovations & Developments
The area of extrusion machinery and tooling used for making
all types of wires, cables, cable assemblies and wire harnesses
is not one to stand still. Each year, it is the recipient of a good
amount of research and development eff orts. Some extrusion
improvements and developments that we have seen in recent
years are as follows:
• Intelligent pre-heating prior to extrusion.
• Remote extrusion process supervision and monitoring.
• Tool-free manual extrusion clamp for safe, simplifi ed
and frequent screw, breaker plate and downstream tool-
ing changes.
• Single-point concentricity extrusion crossheads.
• Advanced laboratory extruders.
• Fine manual centering for extrusion crossheads.
• Combined extrusion line for a wide range of cables.
• Smart buff ering extrusion equipment that uses stream
processing to process data.
• Extrusion heads with no hardware for easy cleaning and
quick-changing of tooling.
• Micro extrusion solutions.
• Extrusion screws and barrels that can withstand fl uoro-
polymer corrosion.
• Tooling to facilitate compliance with environmental,
technological and safety standards and regulations.
• Extrusion tooling with single-point concentricity.
• Color-recognition sensor system for insulation lines.
• Automatic quick color change system with no scrap.
• High-performance LAN cable production with various
foaming technology.
• Expanded use of silicone extrusion.
• Production analytics for plastic extrusion.
• Extrusion heads featuring no hardware.
• Quick change from striping to no-striping.
• Multi-layer extrusion dies.
• Improved tooling materials that off er resistance to wear
and corrosion as well as lower levels of friction.
• Process developments for micro-coax production includ-
ing FEP, foam PFA and foam XLPE.
References:
• Wire & Cable Technology International (WCTI)
Extrusion Spotlight Articles from 2002-2023.
Maillefer Extrusion Oy
Ensimmäinen savu, P.O. Box 176
FI-01511 Vantaa,
Finland
Tel+358 9 886 65 600
E-mail: info@maillefer.net
www.maillefer.net
WCTI
Rosendahl Nextrom GmbH
Schachen 57, 8212 Pischelsdorf, Austria
T: +43 3113 5100-0 • F: +43 3113 5100 59
Email: offi ce.austria@rosendahlnextrom.com
Rosendahl Nextrom Oy
Ensimmäinen savu, PO Box 44, 01511 Vantaa, Finland
T: +358 9 5025 1 • F: +358 9 5025 3003
Email: offi ce.fi nland@rosendahlnextrom.com
www.rosendahlnextrom.com
KURRE Systems
Zentrale Saterland
Industriestraße 5
26683 Ramsloh, Germany
Tel: +49 4498 9250 0
Email: info@kurre-systems.de
www.kurre-systems.de
Pioneer Machinery USA
1275 Bloomfi eld Ave. B7-43
Fairfi eld, NJ 07004 USA
Tel: +1 973 285 3211
Fax: +1 866 892 8724
Service: +1 201 532 3025
Email: sales@pioneermachinery.us
Internet: www.pioneermachinery.us
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Singcheer America
185 Industrial Parkway,
Branchburg, NJ 08876
Tel: 1 908 370 3117
Fax: 1 908 722 4226
Email: info@cablogic.com
Internet: www.singcheer.com
Tips & Dies, Inc.
505 Mill Street
Rome, NY 13440 USA
Tel: +1 315 337 4161
Email: Sales@tipsanddies.com
Website: www.tipsanddies.com
Extrusion Tooling and Engineering Specialists
Thermoplastics Engineering Corporation
(TEC)
11 Spruce St.
Leominster, MA 01453 USA
Tel: 800-241-4311
Tel: 978-537-8135
www.thermoplasticseng.com
sales@thermoplasticseng.com
UNITEK Crossheads
Div. of HOWAR Equipment Inc.
499 Edgeley Blvd., Unit 12
Concord, Ontario L4K 4H3 Canada
Phone: (905) 669-4010 • Fax: (866) 669-6383
www.HowarEquipment.com
sales@howarequipment.com
ShowcaSe MaterialS
Compounds for EVs
Halogen-Free, Flame-Retardant
When it comes to manufacturing
electric vehicles (EVs), there is a high
level of demand for halogen-free, ame-
retardant compounds based on polybu-
tylene terephthalate (PBT) achieving the
top V-0 classication in the UL 94 am-
mability test. Two new compounds from
Envalior, Düsseldorf, Germany, meet
this requirement. Pocan® BFN4232HR
is specially designed for high-voltage
applications in EVs, such as connectors
and components in the charging system,
and Pocan® BFN4221Z is designed for
housings components, such as power
capacitors, as well as busbars, connec-
tors and power strips.
“We have expanded our portfolio
of products in this area to include two
material variants, Pocan BFN4232HR
and Pocan BFN4221Z, which also of-
fer additional benets, like hydrolysis
resistance, tracking resistance and ease of
processing, as well as optimum mechani-
cal properties,” explains Lucas Lichius,
Global Product Manager for PBT.
Pocan BFN4232HR achieves Class
3 classication in specimen tests based
on the stringent long-term hydrolysis
tests of the US Society of Automotive
Engineers, SAE/USCAR-2 Rev. 7. This
shows that components made from the
material are highly resistant and can
do their job without any issues, even
in hot and humid environments. “The
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good result in the USCAR test is all
the more remarkable because halogen-
free ame-retardant additives normally
reduce the hydrolysis resistance of PBT
compounds,” says Lichius.
The V-0 classication in UL 94 test
for the new product applies for speci-
men thicknesses down to 0.75 mm and
is already listed by UL (Underwriters
Laboratories Inc) under “All Colors.”
This is important because high-voltage
components are typically marked in dif-
ferent colors for safety reasons and to
make assembly easier. Another benet of
the material is its high tracking resistance.
Envalior is a global leader in engineer-
ing materials with over 4000 employees
worldwide. It was established in 2023
through the merger of Lanxess Perfor-
mance Materials and DSM Engineer-
ing Materials. With a long track record
of customer-driven innovation, Envalior
specializes in developing sustainable and
high-performance material solutions.
www.envalior.com WCTI
One potential application for Pocan®
BFN4232HR is high-voltage connectors.
SHOWCASE ACCESSORIES
Pultrusion Dies
Advanced, Custom-Engineered Tooling
Guill Tool & Engineering, West
Warwick, RI, USA, a global manufac-
turer and designer of extrusion dies,
expanded its product portfolio to include
custom-engineered pultrusion dies. This
strategic move marks a signifi cant ad-
vancement in providing comprehensive,
high-quality tooling solutions for in-
dustries such as automotive, aerospace,
construction, energy, marine, sporting
goods and telecommunications. As the
demand for pultruded composites grows
due to their strength, durability and
lightweight properties, Guill is well-
positioned to meet this need. Leveraging
its expertise in extrusion tooling, Guill is
now apply-
ing its pre-
cision en-
gineering
capabilities
to develop
innovative
pultrusion dies tailored to the specifi c
requirements of each target industry.
“We are excited to enter the pultru-
sion market with our advanced tooling
solutions,” said Peter Leary, Technical
Sales Engineer at Guill. “Our extensive
knowledge of extrusion processes and
commitment to custom engineering enable
us to design dies that not only meet but
exceed our clients’ expectations in terms
of performance, effi ciency and quality.”
The Guill Tool Extrusion Division
has a long history of designing and
manufacturing tooling for various appli-
cations, including medical tubing, wire
and cable coating, hose production and
multi-layer extrusions. Its capabilities
include creating multi-layer crossheads,
in-line, reciprocating, rotary dies and a
variety of other custom solutions support-
ing materials such as plastics, rubber and
silicone. Guill’s new line of pultrusion
dies is engineered for industries utilizing
fi ber-reinforced polymers (FRP), such as:
• Fiberglass Reinforced Polymers
(FRP)
• Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers
(CFRP)
• Aramid Fiber Reinforced Polymers
(e.g., Kevlar)
These dies are compatible with a range
of polymer matrices, ensuring versatility
and high performance across diff erent ap-
plications. Tom Baldock, Guill Extrusion
Sales Manager, is looking forward to in-
troducing a whole new set of customers to
the company’s dies. He notes, “Pultrusion
is a cost-eff ective process for producing
parts with a constant cross section in high
volumes, requiring relatively little labor.
Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) pultruded
composites are durable, corrosion-resis-
tant and eco-friendly.”
www.guill.com
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WHMA Presents
Sustainability
and Profi tability
Workshops
The Wiring Harness Manufac-
turer’s Association (WHMA),
Bannockburn, IL, USA, reports
that two career enriching topics of
great interest to the wire and cable
industry, sustainability and prof-
itability, will be covered during
WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership
Summit, January 28-30, 2025, in
Fort Myer, FL, USA. On Tuesday,
January 28, Kelly Scanlon, DrPH,
CIH, IPC’s Lead Sustainability
Strategist will present “Navigat-
ing Sustainability Challenges in
Electronics,” and delve into criti-
cal sustainability topics impact-
ing electronics manufacturers.
From reporting and disclosure to
managing natural resources and
waste, Dr. Scanlon will provide
a comprehensive overview of the
key challenges and “pain points”
manufacturers face today. A end-
ees will discover how workforce
dynamics, value chain resiliency
and other sustainability factors
shape the industry, and learn prac-
tical strategies to address these
issues eff ectively.
On Wednesday, January 29, Lisa
Lang, Ph.D., President, Science of
Business, will present a two-part
workshop, “Maximizing Profit-
ability.” Dr. Lang will instruct
workshop participants how to
leverage their existing resources
using the Theory of Constraints
(TOC) to maximize profi tability.
They will also gain an understand-
ing on how to make product fl ash
service mix and investment deci-
sions to maximize profitability;
practice applying the four TOC
profitability metrics and three
decision rules of business to make
decisions aligned with profi tabili-
ty goals; and learn how operations
sales/marketing and fi nancials are
interconnected and how to lever-
age them to create a competitive
advantage.
“During their workshops, both
Drs. Scanlon and Lang will apply
practical approaches and off er ac-
tionable strategies for maximizing
sustainability and profi tability in
companies’ business plans. These
workshops are an integral part of
the global leadership summit’s
educational program agenda,” said
David Bergman, WHMA Executive
Director. For more information
on the leadership summit, visit
h ps://annualconference.whma.org.
WHMA was established in 1993 to
serve and dedicate its resources to
the global cable and wire harness
industry. WHMA is the only trade
association exclusively represent-
ing the cable and wire harness
manufacturing industry includ-
ing manufacturers, suppliers and
customers.
IPC is a global industry association
based dedicated to the competitive
excellence and fi nancial success
of its 3200+-member companies,
which represent all facets of the
electronics industry, including
design, printed board manufac-
turing, advanced packaging, elec-
tronics assembly and testing. As a
member-driven organization and
leading source for industry stand-
ards, training, market research
and public policy advocacy, IPC
supports programs to meet the
needs of an estimated US$2 trillion
global electronics industry.
www.whma.org, www.IPC.org
Electri-Flex Celebrates
Retirement of
Ron Pelka
Electri-Flex Company, Roselle, IL,
USA, announced the retirement
of Ron Pelka, Plant Manager, and
a dedicated manufacturing team
member of 47 years. Throughout
his career, Ron played an essential
role in maintaining the smooth
and efficient operation of the
manufacturing plant, upholding
the high standards of quality that
Liquatite® has become known for
in the industry.
Ron Pelka started his journey
with Electri-Flex Company in
1978 as a Material Handler and
within a year, he transitioned into
the tool room, embarking on a
4-year apprenticeship position.
This position allowed him the op-
portunity to develop new product
lines as well as new manufacturing
equipment. Throughout his 47-
year career, Ron held several sig-
nifi cant positions, including R&D
Manager, Toolroom Supervisor,
Maintenance Supervisor and Pro-
duction Supervisor. After several
years in this role, he became the
Plant Manager. As Plant Manager
he oversaw the entire manufac-
turing process – from receiving
raw materials to manufacturing
the product core in the Coiling
Department, extruding the jack-
eting and ultimately packaging
the materials to be shipped to the
customer.
Ron played an integral role in
constructing the Liquatite brand
into what it is today. He oversaw
many advancements in roll-form-
ing strip and extrusion, including
expanding the product lines from
only several to the nearly 50 varie-
ties available today. With his lead-
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ership, he oversaw the expansion
of the manufacturing facility with
the addition of a second location.
More recently, Ron oversaw plant
enhancements and new machinery
that increased capacity and effi -
ciency on the factory fl oor.
“Ron has been a vital part of our
organization, exemplifying unwa-
vering commitment, leadership,
and a passion for excellence,”
stated Jan Ruthe, COO. “He is
always willing to share his 47 years
of experience and knowledge
to help others. We celebrate his
remarkable journey, extend our
gratitude for his contributions,
and wish him all the best in this
new chapter of life. May it be fi lled
with relaxation, adventure and all
the joys that retirement brings!”
Ron witnessed ownership and
leadership changes throughout the
years and appreciated their men-
torship and guidance. “I have had
many mentors through the years.
In memory of Harold Kinander,
Sr., Harold “West” Kinander, Jr.
and Bruce Kinander who had a
vision that I carried on through-
out my time at the company. And
current family members, Jason
Kinander, Blue Kinander Kelly
and JR Kinander have been in-
strumental in my success, showing
their confidence in me and our
team. Thank you Kinander family
for le ing a young man fulfi ll a
lifelong dream and ‘home’ to work
at. I’ve been loving every minute
of it,” stated Ron Pelka. Ron retired
offi cially on December 31, 2024.
Electri-Flex Company has been a
leader in electrical conduit design
and manufacture for nearly 70
years. www.electrifl ex.com
GCG Receives
Award from
Johnson Controls
GCG, Chicago, IL, USA, a global
provider of wire, cable and con-
nectivity products and solutions,
was recently honored with a
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Bronze Supplier Execution Award
from Johnson Controls (JCI), Mil-
waukee, WI, USA. This prestigious
award places GCG among the top
1% of JCI’s supplier base in North
America. This marks the second
year in which GCG has won the
award. The recognition was based
on GCG’s ability to meet or exceed
expectations in several key areas,
including delivery, cost savings,
operational effi ciency and sustain-
ability.
“This award from Johnson Controls
demonstrates that we’re more than
just a supplier – we’re a commi ed
partner that consistently drives cost
efficiencies to deliver impactful
solutions,” said Glenn Liacouras,
SVP – Strategic Accounts, GCG.
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“I credit our team for their hard
work and dedication in delivering
exceptional value to JCI.”
As part of the evaluation process,
GCG received a perfect delivery
score. JCI noted that GCG’s assis-
tance in streamlining the forecast-
ing process and demand planning
helped to ensure consistent inven-
tory availability. GCG also re-
ceived high marks for cost savings
and operational effi ciency. GCG
was one of the selected suppliers
to fully implement EDI (Electronic
Data Exchange) with JCI, enabling
faster, more effi cient transactions.
In addition, GCG held inventory
in several strategic locations across
the USA to ensure uninterrupted
operations.
GCG was also recognized for its
improved EcoVadis sustainability
score, which is a key focus for JCI
as it looks to reduce its carbon
footprint. Finally, GCG was noted
as a trusted partner for its ongoing
collaboration and problem-solving
support.
Liacouras added, “We have a prov-
en track record of success working
with large companies like JCI. Our
goal is to further expand into the
European Union and Asian-Pacifi c
markets to support JCI and our
other global clients.”
GCG serves a variety of sectors,
including communications, OEM,
data centers, renewable energy
and more. Additionally, GCG of-
fers custom assembly, logistics and
wire manipulation services. GCG
is experiencing rapid growth due
to its extensive product off ering,
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global distribution and custom-
ized approach to working with
customers. www.gogcg.com
IPC/WHMA Launches
Online Wire Harness
Design Course
IPC/WHMA, Bannockburn, IL,
USA, announced the launch of its
new online instructor-led train-
ing course, “Introduction to Wire
Harness Design I,” available now
through the IPC EDGE Learning
Management System. This two-
week course provides advanced
training in wire harness design,
an essential skill in today’s com-
petitive wire harness assembly
industry.
Led by Didem Üstün, a seasoned
IPC/WHMA-certifi ed expert with
over a decade of industry experi-
ence, the course off ers participants
a deep dive into the complexities
of designing, assembling and
troubleshooting wire harnesses.
Üstün's expert guidance, com-
bined with a robust curriculum
that includes foundational con-
cepts and practical, hands-on
techniques, ensures that learners
acquire the knowledge and skills
they need to excel.
Course Details: Duration: 2 weeks.
Format: Online, featuring live
sessions twice weekly, recorded
for on-demand recorded sessions.
Learning and Performance Objec-
tives: 1. Master fundamental and
advanced aspects of wire harness
design, including materials selec-
tion and troubleshooting; and 2.
Gain practical experience through
project-based learning that mimics
real-world challenges.
Who Should Enroll: Designers new
to the fi eld of wire harness technol-
ogy, operators preparing to work
with wire harness designs and
industry professionals seeking to
deepen their cable and wire har-
ness assembly expertise.
Benefi ts of Enrolling: 1. Learn from
an industry leader and become
proficient in the latest industry
standards, including IPC/WHMA-
A-620; and 2. Enhance career
opportunities and readiness for
industry-specifi c challenges.
Carlos Plaza, IPC Senior Direc-
tor of Education Development
said, "This program is specifi cally
designed to address the growing
demand for skilled wire harness
designers who can innovate and
excel in an evolving industry."
Enrollment is open, and spots are
limited. To register or fi nd more
information about “Introduction
to Wire Harness Design I,” visit
h ps://education.ipc.org/product/
intro-wire-harness-design-i.
IPC is a global industry associa-
tion dedicated to the competitive
excellence and fi nancial success of
its 3200+ member companies which
represent all facets of the electron-
ics industry, including design,
printed board manufacturing, elec-
tronics assembly, advanced pack-
aging and test. As a member-driven
organization and leading source
for industry standards, training,
market research and public policy
advocacy, IPC supports programs
to meet the needs of an estimated $2
trillion global electronics industry.
The Wiring Harness Manufac-
turer’s Association (WHMA) was
established in 1993 to serve and
dedicate resources to the global
cable and wire harness industry.
WHMA exclusively represents the
cable and wire harness manufac-
turing industry including manu-
facturers, suppliers and customers.
www.IPC.org, www.whma.org
Success of Automotive
Wire Harness & EDS
Conference 2024
The US Automotive Wire Har-
ness & EDS Conference Team
reports, “In 2024, the Automotive
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January 2025
136 Wire Harness & Cable Connector
in Detroit successfully brought
together a vibrant community of
industry professionals, featuring
18 distinguished speakers and 20
innovative exhibitors. The confer-
ence a racted over 200 a endees,
all eager to engage in discussions
about the latest advancements
in automotive wire harness and
electrical distribution technol-
ogy. We would like to extend our
heartfelt gratitude to our spon-
sors - Schunk, TE Connectivity,
Telsonic and Yazaki - for their un-
wavering support, which played
a crucial role in making this event
a success. Their commitment to
the industry and participation in
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the conference helped foster an
environment of collaboration and
knowledge sharing.
“The diverse lineup of speakers
provided valuable insights into
emerging trends and technolo-
gies, while exhibitors showcased
cutting-edge products and ser-
vices that are shaping the future
of the automotive sector. Overall,
AWH Detroit 2024 was a remark-
able gathering that reinforced
the importance of innovation
and collaboration within the au-
tomotive wire harness industry.
We look forward to building on
this success in 2025.” The next
staging of the conference will
take place October 20 - 21, 2025,
at The Henry Hotel, Autograph
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January 29-30
Collection, Detroit, MI, USA.
www.eds-conference.com
EV Charging Cable
Growing at 40.7%
The “Electric Vehicle Charging
Cables - Global Strategic Business
Report” from ResearchAndMar-
kets.com, says the global market
for electric vehicle charging cables
was estimated at US$1.7 billion
in 2023 and is projected to reach
US$18.7 billion by 2030, growing
at a CAGR of 40.7% from 2023 to
2030. The report also foresees the
emergence of wireless charging
options spurring innovation in hy-
brid and adaptive charging cable
technologies.
The comprehensive report pro-
vides an in-depth analysis of mar-
ket trends, drivers and forecasts.
The report offers independent
analysis of annual sales and mar-
ket forecasts as well as detailed in-
sights into key markets including
the USA, China, Japan, Canada,
Europe, Asia-Pacifi c, Latin Ameri-
ca, Middle East and Africa. Cover-
age of major players in the global
EV charging cables market in-
cludes Aptiv Plc, BESEN-Group,
Burgg Group, Eland Cables, EV
Cables Ltd, EV Teison, General
Cable Technologies Corporation,
Leoni AG, Phoenix Contact, Sin-
bon Electronics, Systems Wire
and Cable and TE Connectivity.
www.ResearchAndMarkets.com
Southwire Installs
EV Chargers and
Expands Facility
Southwire has installed solar-pow-
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ered electric vehicle (EV) charging
systems at its headquarters in Car-
rollton, GA, USA and Customer
Service Center in Fontana, CA,
USA. The company aims to install
such stations at all manufacturing
plants, customer service centers
and large offi ces over the next sev-
eral years. The goal is to support
employees who choose to drive
an electric vehicle and to power
the fi rm’s own EVs. The systems
integrate a solar panel, ba ery and
two charge ports.
In addition, Southwire announced
the expansion of its facility located
in Youngsville, NC, USA, by re-
locating its operations to a new,
larger building. The new, 170,000
ft2 facility, also in Youngsville,
is nearly three times the size of
Southwire’s existing facility, which
is one mile away. The move gives
Southwire the ability to increase
production capabilities and remain
competitive in the rapidly expand-
ing cabling solutions industry.
The Youngsville facility, formerly
DCN Cables, was acquired by
Southwire in 2017. For seven years,
the facility served Southwire’s
EP&ES business, supporting pro-
duction/assembly of made-to-
stock and custom products.
www.southwire.com
DiIT Expands
Management Team
DiIT GmbH, Gilching, Germany,
a specialist for integrated software
systems used in wiring harness
production and a member of the
Komax Group, has expanded
its management team. Martin
Weickgenannt is now the second
Managing Director of the com-
pany alongside Hendrik Blei,
who succeeded former Managing
Director, Bernd Jost, who left DiIT
at the end of 2024.
Martin Weickgenannt has also as-
sumed a further leadership role in
the Komax Group as he is running
the Komax Competence Center
for Smart Factory Solutions where
he has specifi c responsibility for
the development of digital factory
solutions. Before joining Komax,
the degree-educated Technical Cy-
berneticist Weickgenannt worked
in leadership positions for Dürr
und Heidenhain, among others.
Bernd Jost was the Managing
Director of DiIT since 2016 and he
made a significant contribution
in developing the company into
a leading worldwide supplier of
integrated software systems for
wiring harness production. Hen-
drik Blei has worked for DiIT since
2017 and he previously worked as
the DiIT Technical Manager.
DiIT was founded in 1990 and was
taken over in 2017 by the Schle-
uniger Group, the manufacturer
of machines and solutions for wire
processing. In 2022, Schleuniger
merged with Komax, a leading
supplier of solutions for auto-
mated wire processing and since
then DiIT has been a member of
the Komax Group.
DiIT‘s competencies are bundled
in the “4Wire Solutions” software
suite, which is primarily used for
the production of wire harnesses
and wiring systems in the automo-
tive industry and other industrial
sectors. By digitalizing the value
chains, the company‘s innovative
software optimizes and controls
complex manufacturing and lo-
gistics processes and supports
quality assurance and traceability.
DiIT was founded in 1990 and has
a subsidiary in Berlin, Germany.
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138 Wire Harness & Cable Connector
DiIT is also represented in Mexico
and China. www.diit.de
LAPP Adds New
Logistics Center
and Staff
LAPP Tannehill opened a new
wire and cable distribution center
in Indianapolis, IN, USA, that will
provide local and regional service
to the major industrial clusters
located in Indiana, Ohio, Illinois,
Michigan, and Kentucky as well
as the broader eastern and south-
eastern USA. This newest location
complements Lapp’s existing
national distribution network in
Minneapolis, MN, USA; Houston,
TX, USA; and Las Vegas, NV, USA.
Korri Corrigan, Customer Opera-
tions Manager at LAPP Tannehill,
reports, “The new Lapp Logistics
Center empowers us to better
serve customers in the surround-
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Wire Harness & Cable Connector 139
ing markets, respond swiftly to
OEM and Contractor market de-
mands, and maintain our competi-
tive edge in the industry.”
The center is dedicated to the late
Siegbert E. Lapp, a passionate en-
trepreneur, courageous visionary,
and inspiring inventor who was
the former chairman of LAPP. The
expansive, 134,000 ft2 warehouse
with high-bay storage off ers ample
space to eff ectively manage LAPP
Tannehill’s inventory of LAPP and
more than 200 additional leading
brands of wire, cable and electrical
connectivity products. The ware-
house enables optimized picking
January 2025
and additional automation for
parts inventory management and
retrieval systems, enhancing speed
and effi ciency.
In addition, LAPP Tan-
nehill has hired Jerry
Austin as QEHS Man-
ager at its headquar-
ters and Marc Tousig-
nant as a District Sales
Manager to manage
accounts in Cali-
fornia and Nevada.
www.lapptannehill.com
Sumitomo Electric
Contributes to
ISO 24581 Standard
Sumitomo Electric Industries,
Ltd. in Japan led the ISO doc-
ument development initiative
for publishing an international
standard for automotive optical
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harnesses. This eff ort was part of
the International Standardization
of Automotive Ethernet System
Integrity Project, under the Project
for the Acquisition and Promo-
tion of International Standards on
Energy Conservation, etc. com-
missioned by Japan’s Ministry of
Economy, Trade and Industry.
As a result, ISO 24581:2024 was
offi cially published on September
24, 2024.
Sumitomo Electric reports, “The
automotive industry is entering
a once-in-a-century period of
transformation due to the rapid
advancement of CASE (Con-
nected, Autonomous, Shared &
Services, and Electric) and the
infl ux of new players from diverse
industries. Automated driving re-
quires data communication from
high-precision sensors, leading to
a signifi cant increase in commu-
nication capacity both inside and
outside the vehicle. Conventional
automotive electrical harnesses
using copper or aluminum mate-
rials are not expected to meet the
required transmission speeds.
“The use of optical fi ber is a ract-
ing a ention as a countermeasure
against this problem. The recently
published international standard
ISO 24581 specifies standards
and tests (vibration test, bending
test, high/low temperature test,
etc.) for optical har-
ness components
(multimode glass
optical fi ber cables,
optical connectors,
etc.) using optical
fiber to maintain
stable, ultra-high-
speed communica-
tions even in harsh
environments.
“As a result, the
adoption of optical
harnesses allows for
the design of new
automotive com-
munication systems
that are independ-
ent of existing com-
munication standards required
for automotive Ethernet com-
munication and image transmis-
sion for automated driving. This
expands the options for develop-
ment, accelerates the development
of automotive communications
components, and contributes to
the overall advancement of the
automotive industry.”
Sumitomo Electric is a leading
company in the automotive wire
harness industry, and it also en-
gages in businesses that support
information and communications
infrastructure through optical fi b-
ers and cables and related technol-
ogies. Moving forward, Sumitomo
Electric will continue to maximize
synergies between diff erent busi-
ness sectors, develop automotive
optical harnesses based on ISO
24581 standards, realize the appli-
cation of optical communications
to vehicles, and further contribute
to the advancement of the future
CASE society.
www.iso.org/standard/78993.html
www.sumitomoelectric.com
TTI Promotes
Greg Vickrey to
Sales Manager
TTI, Inc., Fort Worth, TX, USA, a
leading authorized, specialty dis-
tributor of electronic components,
promoted Greg Vickrey to the
position of District Sales Manager
Southwest region. In his new role,
Vickrey will oversee the Arizona,
Denver, Los Angeles and San
Diego branches of TTI in the USA.
Vickrey has served as General
Manager at the Arizona branch
for the past two years. He began
his career with TTI in 2021 as a
Global Account Manager. Vickrey
brings 27 years of industry experi-
ence to this new role, with career
highlights including sales roles
with TE Connectivity and sales
and supplier management with
Arrow and Avnet.
In making the announcement,
Alexis Canfi eld, TTI, Inc. Regional
Vice President, Western Region,
stated, “Greg has been an invalu-
able member of our team, consist-
ently demonstrating exceptional
leadership and a commitment to
excellence. His strategic vision
and dedication have signifi cantly
contributed to our success, and I
am confi dent that he will continue
to drive outstanding results in his
new role.”
TTI, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway
company, is an authorized, spe-
cialty distributor of electronic
components. Founded in 1971,
the emphasis on a broad and deep
product portfolio, available-to-
sell inventory and sophisticated
supply chain programs has estab-
lished TTI as a distributor of choice
to manufacturers in the industrial,
defense, aerospace, transportation,
medical and communications sec-
tors worldwide. www. i.com
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Panduit Expands
into Mexico
Panduit Corp., Tinley Park, IL,
USA, a global leader in electri-
cal and network infrastructure
solutions, announces the strategic
investment of a dedicated state-
of-the-art manufacturing facility
for its electrical connectivity and
grounding capabilities in Monter-
rey, Mexico. The new 90,000 ft2
will further enhance the ability
to deliver tailored electrical con-
nectivity and grounding solutions
to meet the growing demands of
customers worldwide.
The new facility will focus on
manufacturing a wide range of
electrical connectivity products
including wire termination-power
connectors, terminals and the
advanced ReelSmart™ solution,
as well as various grounding and
bonding products. Additionally,
Panduit will invest in new manu-
facturing equipment to expand
capacity - providing greater ex-
ibility, quicker fulfillment and
streamlined processes. This stra-
tegic expansion aims to accelerate
production and delivery timelines
and provide customized solutions
to address unique operational
challenges. www.panduit.com
Sequel Wire and
Cable Partnerships
Sequel Wire and Cable, Argos, IN,
USA, is ocially partnering with
Gary Yetman and Jim Coleman
to grow the business through an
investment by Cuprum Holdings,
LLC, to launch a new company,
Sequel Wire and Cable Hold-
ings, LLC. This transaction will
provide enhanced access to nanc-
ing, which will speed up planned
expansions and create additional
capacity to broaden the product
oerings. Sequel’s current operat-
ing structure remains intact and
is now renamed Sequel OEM
Group, LLC under Sequel Wire
and Cable Holdings. Rich Carr
will serve as President and CEO
of the Sequel OEM Group. Mike
Frigo and Denise Feece will re-
main in their current roles.
A new entity will be designated as
Sequel Low Voltage Group, LLC
and will also be under Sequel Wire
and Cable Holdings. Jim Coleman
is the President and CEO, and Gary
Yetman is Executive Chairman of
Sequel Wire and Cable Holdings.
Additional skilled employees will
eventually be needed to meet the
expanded manufacturing capacity
for new product lines.
www.sequelwire.com
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Next-Generation Shielded
Coil Cords and Cables
Philatron Wire and Cable, Santa Fe Springs, CA, USA,
announced its latest innovation: Shielded Coil Cords
and Cables, engineered for durability, reliability and
quality to meet the demands of modern applications.
Philatron reports that these products are specically
designed to provide unmatched mechanical strength,
abrasion resistance and shielding performance. These
cords excel in high-stress environments, offering
enhanced protec-
tion against elec-
tromagnetic inter-
ference (EMI) and
ensuring seamless
signal transmis-
sion. With operat-
ing temperature ranges from -50°C to +105°C, the new
products are built to withstand the harshest conditions.
Key specications include:
• Shielding Excellence: Exceptional EMI protection
for reliable data transfer.
• Durability: Resistant to chemicals, ames, water,
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and ozone, ensuring long-term performance.
• Standards Compliance: Adheres to the highest
safety and performance standards, including
Underwriters Laboratories UL-62 and National
Electric Code Articles 400 & 625.
• Versatility: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor
use in diverse industries.
As Philatron passes its 50th anniversary, Phil Ramos,
Jr., Founder and CEO, continues to inspire innovation
and uphold the company’s core values of quality,
integrity and American craftsmanship, and he says,
“Our Shielded Coil Cords represent decades of dedi-
cation to engineering excellence and a steadfast belief
in manufacturing in the USA. We are proud to oer
solutions that exceed our customers' expectations.”
Philatron combines in-house capabilities includ-
ing copper drawing, roping, cabling, extrusion
and injection molding to deliver premium prod-
ucts. This vertical integration ensures strict qual-
ity control and rapid innovation. Headquartered
in Santa Fe Springs, Philatron is ISO and IATF
certified, delivering high-performance solutions
tailored to meet the needs and budgets of its clients.
www.philatron.com
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WHMA
WHMA’s New Innovation Advisory Team
Off ers Leadership Opportunities
Doug Chowning , President of American Syscomp-
tel and WHMA Vice Chair, recently shared insights
into the formation, goals and potential impact of the
Innovation Advisory Team (IAT), a key part of the stra-
tegic initiative developed by the WHMA Board. The
IAT represents a pivotal move to position the wire
harness industry at the forefront of technological and
innovative advancements. Sarah Blair, WHMA/IPC
Marketing Coordinator, spoke to Doug about WHMA’s
newest initiative.
Sarah Blair (SB): What is the IAT?
Doug Chowning (DC): At its core, the IAT is a cross-
functional group of experts dedicated to understand-
ing and shaping the impact of technology within the
wiring harness industry. Technology is fundamental
to the entire strategic plan. It’s not just about keep-
ing up; it’s about driving industry advancements and
what’s next. The team works directly with the board to
analyze the current state of technology, identify gaps,
and propose actionable strategies.
SB: What are benefi ts of joining?
DC: At its core, the IAT off ers individuals the chance
to infl uence the direction of the wiring harness indus-
try. By participating, members contribute directly to
strategic decisions and gain a unique opportunity to
make a broader impact. Being part of the IAT means
having a voice in the future of our industry, ensuring
we’re not just reactive, but proactive.
SB: Why now?
DC: The motivation to create the IAT stems from the
rapid pace of technological industry change, particu-
larly with the rise of AI and other advanced solutions.
Our customers are driving innovation, and it’s criti-
cal we align our eff orts to support this transformation
eff ectively. The IAT aims to address these changes
by collaborating among industry leaders, preparing
members for upcoming challenges, and ensuring that
education programs evolve alongside technological
advancements.
SB: What are the goals of IAT?
DC: Though the IAT’s specifi c initiatives are still under
development, its potential impact can be signifi cant.
By analyzing industry trends and identifying areas for
growth, the team is expected to shape programs that
will drive the industry forward. We don’t have all the
answers yet, but by bringing the right people togeth-
er, we’re confi dent IAT will identify exciting proposals
that the board can act on.
SB: How Does IAT Align with WHMA’s Strategic Plan?
DC: The IAT is a key component of WHMA’s broader
strategic plan, which emphasizes innovation, educa-
tion, and connection. With technology infl uencing dai-
ly operations at an accelerating pace, the board rec-
ognized the need for immediate action. We couldn’t
sit back and let these changes happen. This is our op-
portunity to guide the industry and stay ahead. Look-
ing ahead, we envision the IAT presenting annual
fi ndings at future WHMA Global Leadership Summits,
providing valuable insights for members. The board is
ready and eager to embrace the changes coming to
the industry. We’re committed to leading, not follow-
ing. The Innovation Advisory Team is more than just
a response to technological shifts; it’s a testament
to WHMA’s dedication to empowering its members
and ensuring the industry’s continued growth and
success.
www.whma.org • www.ipc.org
The Wiring Harness Manufacturer's Association®
(WHMA), A Council of IPC, is located at 3000 Lake-
side Drive, 105 N., Bannockburn, IL 60015, USA.
The WHMA was established in 1993 to serve/
dedicate its resources to the global cable and wire
harness industry.
WHMA exclusively represents the cable and wire
harness manufacturing industry including manu-
facturers, their suppliers and customers. As part of
its objectives, WHMA has established an important
partnership with IPC, which is a leading source for
industry standards and training, to produce the only
industry-consensus standard for Requirements and
Acceptance of Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies.
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by:
Sarah Blair, Marketing Coordinator
Wiring Harness Manufacturer's Association®
(WHMA), A Council of IPC
3000 Lakeside Drive, 105 N
Bannockburn, IL 60015 USA
Phone: (847) 615-7100
contact.us@whma.org • www.whma.org
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of insulation from a wire thinner than a human hair
without ever touching it. It’s only possible possible
with laser wire stripping, a cu ing-edge technique
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applications, particularly medical devices.
Beyond Traditional Wire Stripping
Traditional wire stripping methods are like using a
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actly precise. Mechanical strippers, blades, tweezers
and abrasion cones physically scrape away insulation,
which can cause signifi cant problems during the manu-
facturing process. These methods often damage the
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lengths that compromise the wire’s overall quality.
The physical scraping introduces unwanted debris and
can weaken the wire’s structural integrity, making it
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levels and reducing yield.
Laser wire stripping changes this entire approach by
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How Laser Wire Stripping Works
Think of a laser wire stripper like a highly sophisti-
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it uses concentrated light energy to carefully remove
insulation. The process is remarkably elegant: a pre-
cisely focused laser beam targets the wire’s insulation,
breaking down the polymer coating through concen-
trated light energy. The insulation is removed without
any physical contact, ensuring that the underlying wire
remains perfectly intact.
Why Medical Applications Demand Such Precision
In medical device manufacturing, particularly for
catheters, even the smallest imperfection can be critical.
Consider a wire used in a neurosurgical instrument—it
might be thinner than a human hair, yet it could guide
a life-saving procedure.
Laser wire stripping provides extraordinary benefi ts
for medical applications. The technology ensures ab-
solutely consistent strip lengths, minimizing damage
to the wire's delicate structure. It can work with ex-
tremely thin wires that would be impossible to handle
Laser Wire Stripping:
Precision Engineering
for Modern Medical
Device Manufacturing
Seonaid Sellars
Laser Wire Solutions
www.laserwiresolutions.com
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Bifi lar - Top section strip.
Applications and Samples Lab SEM.
Laser Stripped Wire.
Spinning Abrasion
Stripped Wire.
Tweezer
Stripped Wire.
with traditional methods. There’s zero contamination
risk, and manufacturers gain precise control down to
microscopic levels.
A Practical Example: Catheter Manufacturing
A modern catheter might contain multiple ultra-thin
wires, each requiring perfect insulation removal.
Traditional methods would pose signicant risks to
these delicate components. Mechanical stripping could
potentially crush the wire, create uneven surfaces and
introduce microscopic particulate that could compro-
mise the device’s functionality.
Laser technology eliminates these risks, allowing
manufacturers to create increasingly sophisticated
medical devices with unprecedented precision.
The Science Behind the Technology
At its core, laser wire stripping is about understanding
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how light interacts with materials. Dierent polymer
insulations absorb dierent wavelengths of light. By
carefully selecting laser parameters, engineers can
remove insulation with pinpoint accuracy, controlling
exactly how much material is removed while minimiz-
ing heat damage to the underlying wire.
Environmental and Economic Advantages
Beyond technical precision, laser wire stripping oers
signicant benets to manufacturers. The process
reduces material waste, consumes less energy, and
decreases the need for replacement tools. These ad-
vantages translate into more ecient manufacturing
processes and lower overall production costs.
Looking to the Future
As medical technology becomes more advanced, the
demand for ultra-precise wire preparation continues to
grow. Laser wire stripping isn’t just a manufacturing
technique—it’s a gateway to innovations we're only
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From more sophisticated diagnostic tools to less inva-
sive surgical techniques, this technology represents a
quiet revolution in how we approach complex engi-
neering challenges.
A Testament to Human Ingenuity
Laser wire stripping embodies the remarkable human
capacity to solve complex problems with elegant, pre-
cise solutions. By understanding and manipulating
light at microscopic scales, we’re creating technologies
that were once thought impossible.
The next time you encounter a medical device or
sophisticated electronic component, remember the
incredible precision that went into preparing its most
fundamental elements—one laser pulse at a time.
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Company Prole:
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dom, has the wire processing equipment to work
with all types of insulated wire. The company can
handle solid or stranded wire with gauges, from 2
to 58 AWG. Its equipment and assembly processes
are applied to a wide variety of assembled prod-
ucts, such as: neurological catheters, MRI, and data
center cables. Its wire processing capabilities include
cutting, stripping and soldering. The company sup-
plies its customers with high quality, bench top sys-
tems for wire processing and harnessing production.
www.laserwiresolutions.com
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Next-Generation Charging Cables
Leoni, Roth, Germany, optimized the design of its charging cables, making them lighter and thinner, as well as making
them easier for electric car owners to handle while simultaneously consuming fewer resources. Leoni off ers a new gen-
eration of AC charging cables with its LEONI EcoSense® Nxt and LEONI EcoSense innovations. The cables are designed
for the best possible current carrying capacity for each respective application, thereby reducing the conductor cross
section. The outcome is that the total weight of LEONI EcoSense Nxt is down by 6%; in the case of LEONI EcoSense
Nxt+ it is 20% less. The diameter of the LEONI EcoSense Nxt portfolio is on average 4% less than that of the preceding
generation, while it is down by 9% in the case of LEONI EcoSense Nxt+. The
cable manufacturer has succeeded in reducing costs thanks to this innovation in
terms of product design and optimizing the materials used. These triple-standard
cables can now already be used to charge electric vehicles in 167 countries. LEONI
provides separate charging cable solutions for the other two markets, namely
Japan (PSE) and North America (UL). The product line-up of both portfolios
covers cables between 3x1.5mm²+X and 5x10mm²+X. Both LEONI EcoSense Nxt
and LEONI EcoSense Nxt+ are now available in all common color variations.
www.leoni-cable.com • www.leoni-automotive-cables.com
Updated Training and Verifi cation Adapter Board for Harness Testers
CAMI Research Inc., Acton, MA, USA, manufacturer of the CableEye® automation-ready cable and harness test system,
off ers an updated training and verifi cation adapter board with user’s guide. This multi-purpose CB-T2 fi xture can be
used for operator training, tester system verifi cation and facility verifi cation. The CB-T2 is the default board included at
no charge with all new systems and can be purchased separately. The CB-T2 fi xture is a great way to familiarize new em-
ployees with CableEye test units during their orientation. Training may be
self-directed with this tool. Populated with a few common connectors, the
board allows trainees to methodically experience how the system responds
to opens, shorts, miswires, diodes, resistance, capacitance and intermi ent
connections while at the same time learning to operate the equipment. The
adapter board comes with identifi cation LEDs for each connector that may
be used to show the trainee operator which connector they must connect.
As a system verifi cation tool, the CB-T2 allows customers to verify the
tester is working properly by quickly sampling the full spectrum of fault
detection without use of example fault cables. Customers may also use the board for demonstrating functionality of their
CableEye tester to their own customers as a way of creating a quick impression on production quality either during an
audit, or during contract negotiations. All new testers ship ready-to-use with a two-year Product Support Subscription
(PSS) comprising warranty, free tech support, complimentary software upgrades and more. www.camiresearch.com
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Bimetal Feeder Wire
Copperweld, Brentwood, TN, USA, off ers its new UF-B product line. Copperweld UF-B (underground feeder) cable ex-
pands its copper-clad aluminum (CCA) building wire product off ering
for those looking for more cost-stable, energy-effi cient alternatives to
single-metal copper products. The CCA UF-B cable can be used as
feeder wiring to extend electrical service underground or as indoor
branch circuit wiring. It can be direct-buried or run through conduit.
Made with a durable PVC jacket off ering sunlight and moisture resis-
tance, Copperweld CCA UF-B cable is rated for use in both wet and dry
locations. The CCA UF-B cable uses 1/6th the amount of copper when
upsized two AWG sizes against copper conductors, as is required by
the NEC for most electrical circuits. This upsizing provides improved
electrical performance to equivalently rated copper conductors while
also reducing the fi nancial impact of volatile price fl uctuations experi-
enced with copper products. Copperweld CCA UF-B cable weighs less
than copper UF-B cables of equivalent ampacity. This reduced weight
allows for easier handling. The CCA UF-B cable reduces wire theft
incentive because its scrap value is a small fraction of that of copper
scrap. www.copperweld.com
The WCTI Editorial Staff did not test these products and is not attempting to endorse
them. We do however, applaud these product developments and marketing eff orts.
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Copperweld’s new copper-clad aluminum UF-B
(underground feeder) cable is used to extend
electrical service underground or as indoor branch
circuit wiring for those looking for more
cost-stable, energy-effi cient alternatives
to single-metal copper products.
Software Suite for Control Panel Design
Zuken USA, Inc., Westford, MA, USA, released Panel
Builder 2025 as part of its well-established E3.series soft-
ware suite for control panel and switchgear design. Panel
Builder 2025 for E3.series provides a digital solution for
customers to support manufacturing tasks such as export-
ing fi les for manufacturing equipment and supplying
instructions to the operators to install the wires and cables.
This digital solution replaces the traditional method of us-
ing uncontrolled electronic fi les and printed paper copies,
eliminating installation errors. With Panel Builder 2025 for
E3.series, customers can automate the creation of input data
for manufacturing machines to reduce errors and material
waste. The simple user interface speeds up the learning
process. www.zuken.com
Smart Label Printing System
Conta-Clip off ers a labeling system on off er that meets all
kinds of marking requirements; the compact and versatile
thermal transfer printer TTPCardMax from the Conta-
Label product range ensures excellent print quality and
high resolution, suitable for all marking requirements in the
electrical sec-
tor. The effi -
cient printing
system with
proven ther-
mal transfer
technology
quickly and
reliably cre-
ates clear
and durable
inscriptions on labels and signs in a wide range of materi-
als such as PVC, PMMA, polyester, ABS or polycarbon-
ate. TTPCardMAX thus ensures the long-lasting marking
of terminal blocks, cables and wires, input and output
devices, external control panels, switching modules and
many other components. The printing software is tailored
to the marker cards, with templates for all materials, and
allows for simple and intuitive operation. The labeling
system has a semi-automatic and an automatic feeder for
fast processing with up to 5500 markers per hour.
h ps://conta-clip.com/en
Magnifying Lamps for Cable
and Wire Harness Applications
Aven Inc., Ann Arbor, MI, USA, off ers its Inspector, a
revolutionary magnifying lamp that sets a new standard
in technology integration for cable and wire harness ap-
plications. Additionally,
the Mighty Vue Pro se-
ries provides advanced
features and adaptability.
The Inspector delivers a
multitude of function-
alities within a single
self-contained unit. The
lamps offer adjustable
color temperature (3500K-6500K) and brightness control
for optimizing inspection environments. The advanced
and versatile design of the Mighty Vue Pro series ensures
exceptional clarity and fl exibility for a wide range of in-
spection tasks, making them ideal for professionals in cable
wire harness applications. The Inspector boasts a dynamic
combination of connectivity options, including HDMI and
USB, enabling seamless connections to HD monitors and
PCs. The lamp’s ESD-safe design guarantees reliable and
secure operation even in the most sensitive environments.
Preventing electrostatic discharge, the Inspector maintains
operational integrity and ensures the safety of intricate
cable wire harness applications. www.aventools.com
High-Temp Cross-Linked Wire Products
Radix Wire & Cable, Glenwillow, OH, USA, developed
two new cross-linked wire products to fi ll a gap in the
specialized wire industry. The new products are the Super-
LinxTM 125 and SuperLinxTM 150, both of which utilize
a cross-linked polyethylene system, providing excellent
chemical and abrasion resistance for applications including
induction motors, generators and the automotive industry.
The SuperLinx 125 is rated for temperatures up to 125°C
and SuperLinx 150 for temperatures up to 150°C. Both pro-
vide exceptional high-temperature resistance in the cross-
linked wire segment. The wire is available in gauges from
24 AWG to 4/0 AWG. The SuperLinx range is available in
runs as short as 1000', and customers can order SuperLinx
in custom color combinations. Every run is moisture cured,
allowing for fast turnaround times and exceptional cus-
tomer service. Ra-
dix also offers a
smudge resistant
printing process
for the SuperLinx
range, using UV
curing to create
a high-quality re-
sult that does not
easily smudge,
even under harsh conditions. www.radix-wire.com
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The Wiring Task Manager in Panel Builder 2025
for E3.series provides detailed visual instructions
for control panel wiring assembly.
Medium Voltage Cables
Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable (ATPC), Macedonia, OH,
USA, off ers its latest innovation: ATPC Medium Voltage
Cables. ATPC Medium Voltage Cables are designed to
meet UL Standard 1072 and are available in single-con-
ductor medium voltage options ranging from 5kV to 35kV.
Durable PVC jacket off ering fi rst-line defense against
tearing, abrasion, impact, oil and most chemicals. Ideal for
a wide range
of industrial
applications,
including
automotive,
metals, ship-
yards, utili-
ties, mining
and factory
automation.
Suitable for
use in direct
burial applications when installed in accordance
with NEC Article 315.36. It is compliant with UL stan-
dards for Type MV-90 and MV-105, sunlight, oil and
abrasion resistant; and suitable for cold temperatures.
www.amphenol.com • www.tpcwire.com
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Powerful Ultrasonic Metal Welder
Sonobond Ultrasonics, West Chester, PA, USA, off ers its
latest metal welder, the WeldMAX™ Model MH-15100. It
is the largest, most powerful, and most rugged ultrasonic
metal spot welder in the industry. It operates at 15kHz
and delivers up to 10,000 wa s of output power to weld
heavy gauge wire bundles up to 200 mm2 cross-section
area for wire-to-wire and wire-to-terminal assemblies. It
easily handles similar and dissimilar nonferrous metals,
including copper, aluminum and nickel, usually com-
pleting the weld in less than three seconds. It is the only
ultrasonic metal welder that can join tinned wires in one
pulse, and without pre-cleaning. Wire welding of up to
200 mm2 cross-section area allows
for assembly of the large gauge wire
that EV manufacturers often use in
producing the high-voltage terminals
in EV ba eries and EV charging sta-
tions. The welder can accommodate
special tooling, fi xtures, rotary tables
or feeders to produce electrical wire
harnesses, bus bars, ignition modules,
starter motors, capacitors, electrical
contacts and fuses/circuit breakers.
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Get ready to connect with industry
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Global Leadership Summit
WHMA’s ANNUAL
In today’s highly competitive business landscape, a
company’s growth depends on strategic thinking and
innovative ideas. To tackle this challenge directly,
the upcoming WHMA 2025 Annual Global Leadership
Summit will feature a wide range of speakers and
workshops, oering valuable insights on topics crucial
for wire harness manufacturers, OEMs and suppliers.
WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit will be held
January 28-30, 2025, in Fort Myers, FL, USA, and will
feature inuential and forward-thinking thought lead-
ers who will share their invaluable insights. Speakers
will cover sustainability challenges in electronics,
transnational supply chains, beating ination and
generative AI and what lies ahead. Featured among
the speakers are:
• GordonG.Chang, the Author of, China is Going to
War, The Great U.S.-China Tech War and Losing South
Korea. Chang, the opening keynote, will present
“China and Transnational Supply Chains in an
Era of War and Deglobalization” on Wednesday,
January 29, 9:00 am to 10:15 am.
• Keynote: William Humsi, Partner at Simon-
Kucher, and RohitMathew, Senior Director at
Simon-Kucher, will co-present “Beating Infla-
tion” on Wednesday, January 29, from 10:45 AM
to 12:00 PM.
• ShawnDuBravac, Ph.D., CFA, WHMA/IPC Chief
Economist. Dr. DuBravac will present “Emerging
Trends Reshaping the Electronics Industry” on
Thursday, January 29, 9:00 am to 10:00 am.
• To conclude, Keynote: SamRichter, Founder and
CEO of SBRWorldwide/KnowMore. Richter will
present “Creativity Unleashed: Generative AI and
Your Future” on Thursday, January 30, 10:30 am
to 11:30 am.
In addition to two days of inspiring keynotes and fea-
tured speakers, the summit will oer two workshops.
The rst, “Navigating Sustainability Challenges in
Electronics” on Tuesday, January 28, 3:00 pm to 5:00
pm. Presented by Dr.KellyScanlon, leads IPCInter-
national,Inc’s. sustainability program, coordinating
standards development, education, workforce train-
Sarah Blair
Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA)
annualconference.whma.org
2025 WHMA Annual
Global Leadership
Summit Preview
ing, and advocacy to address industry sustainability
challenges. Our next special session workshops are
ran by, Dr.LisaLang, President, ScienceofBusiness.
Lang will present “Maximizing Protability” in two
sessions, Part 1: Wednesday, January 29, 1:30 pm to
3:00 pm and Part 2 from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. WHMA’s
Annual Global Leadership Summit will oer a variety of
keynote topics and workshops, equipping aendees
with leadership strategies to drive their organizations
toward success.
GolfOuting&NetworkingEvents
The WHMA Summit will feature the Annual Golf
Outing at the prestigious OldCorkscrewGolfClub,
oering friendly competition with contests for longest
drive, longest pu, best scoring team and closest to the
pin. New members can start their experience with the
First Timers’ Session, where rst-time aendees will
learn how to maximize their benets from WHMA, fol-
lowed by a networking reception with our exhibitors.
Additional networking opportunities include daily
breakfasts, lunches and refreshment breaks where at-
tendees can connect with exhibitors showcasing their
latest and most innovative technologies. A highlight
of the event is the Wednesday Evening Networking
Event at LumberAxWhiskeyBarandGrill. Whether
you’re a seasoned axe thrower or trying it for the rst
time, this activity promises an evening of food, fun,
excitement and valuable networking connections.
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Tuesday, January 28, 2025:
8:00 am – 1:30 pm Golf Outing – Old Corkscrew Golf Club
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Workshop: Navigating Sustainability Challenges in Electronics | Dr. Kelly Scanlon,
IPC EHS Research Director, Government Relations
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm WHMA First Timers Session – Sponsored by JWB Manufacturing and Zuken USA
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Reception with Exhibitors – Sponsored by IEWC
Wednesday, January 29, 2025:
7:30 am – 8:30 am Breakfast with Exhibitors – Sponsored by Wesco
8:30 am – 8:45 am Welcome and Introductions
8:45 am – 9:00 am Chairman’s Opening Remarks
9:00 am –10:15 am Opening Keynote Session: Gordan C. Chang: China and Transnational Supply
Chains in an Era of War and Deglobalization
10:15 am – 10:45 am Refreshment Break with Exhibitors - Sponsored by Cableteque
10:45 am – 12:00 pm Keynote: William Humsi and Rohit Matthew: Beating Ination
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch with Exhibitors - Sponsored by Komax Corporation
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Breakout Session Workshop: Dr. Lisa Lang: Maximizing Protability Part 1
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm Refreshment Break with Exhibitors - Sponsored by Cableteque
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Breakout Session Workshop: Dr. Lisa Lang: Maximizing Protability Part 2
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Wednesday Evening Networking Event - Sponsored by LAPP Tannehill
Thursday, January 30, 2025:
8:00 am – 9:00 am Breakfast with Exhibitors - Sponsored by Lone Star Industrial
9:00 am – 10:00 am Keynote: Shawn DuBravac, From Now to Next:
The Emerging Trends Reshaping the Electronics Industry
10:00 am – 10:30 pm Refreshment Break with Exhibitors – Sponsored by Cableteque
10:30 am – 11:30 pm Keynote: Sam Richter: Creativity Unleashed: Generative AI and Your Future
11:30 am – 12:00 pm WHMA Annual Meeting
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Best Practice Roundtables: Unlocking Potential: How AI is Shaping the Future of
Wire Harness Manufacturing; Navigating Quoting Challenges; Optimizing
Hiring Practices to Strengthen Your Manufacturing Team; From Order to
Delivery with a Paperless Digital Workow; Supply Chain Communication About
Chemicals: Policy Drivers and How to Prepare; Cables, Harnesses, and
Electronic Box Assembly Standards Can Work for Your Business
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Wine and Cheese Reception
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Exhibitors
Brady Corporation
www.bradyid.com
Brady Corporation is an international manufacturer
and marketer of complete solutions
that identify and protect people,
products and places. Brady’s prod-
ucts help customers increase safety, security, produc-
tivity and performance and include high-performance
labels, signs, safety devices, printing systems and
software.
Cableteque
www.cableteque.com
Cableteque is committed to support design and
manufacturing companies in the
electronics wire harness industry
by providing AI-based CADx di-
agnostic validation tools to improve the accuracy of
the digital-twin and enhance the eff ectiveness or the
engineering design and NPI process.
Cetec ERP
www.cetecerp.com
Cetec ERP is a new generation of cloud ERP software
for manufacturers and distributors. Web-
based Cetec ERP digitally transforms your
business with a simple and aff ordable SaaS
platform, disrupting a stagnant, high dollar industry
that has resisted change for decades.
Daniels Manufacturing Corporation
www.dmctools.com
DMC is the international leader in Military Stand-
ard Crimp Tools and other Connector
Assembly Tools for production and
maintenance of high-reliability wire harness and
interconnect systems. In addition to the qualified
M22520 Military Standard Tools, DMC manufactures
Alphatron Wire Crimp Pull Testers, Pneumatic, Electric
and Hydraulic Crimp Tools, Beta Backshell/Accessory
Torquing System Tools, Installing and Removal Tools,
and Safe-T-Cable for Threaded Fasteners.
Entrada Group
www.entradagroup.com
Headquartered in Texas, USA, Entrada Group part-
ners with international
manufacturers seeking to
enhance their competitiveness in the global market
by swiftly and easily establishing a cost-competitive
production facility in Central Mexico to serve North
and South American, as well as European markets.
On behalf of the manufacturer, Entrada Group assists
with the strategic, legal and practical requirements
of se ing up operations in Mexico, and also provides
ongoing support (General & Administrative) services,
which leaves the client free to focus fully on its key
competency: manufacturing great products.
Hellermann Tyton
www.hellermann.tyton.com
Global manufacturer of automatic cable tie and identi-
fi cation systems which improve produc-
tivity, quality and ergonomic conditions.
Off ers the world’s largest selection of these systems,
in addition to cable ties, pneumatic and mechanical
tools, computer printable labeling systems, markers,
fasteners and wiring duct.
IEWC
www.iewc.com
IEWC is the premier global supplier of wire, cable
and wire management products, with over 13 sales
and distribution centers strategically
located throughout the world. IEWC
advances the way the world connects,
stays powered, and drives forward through compre-
hensive supply chain and logistics solutions for wire,
cable and wire management products. For more than
55 years, IEWC has been an entrusted partner for thou-
sands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure,
broadcast, professional audio-visual and telecom-
munications. An employee-owned company in the
USA, IEWC has 30 locations in 11 countries, serving
customers in 96 countries.
JobFlow
www.jobfl ow.tech
Need help with your harnesses? JobFlow has been
involved with building wire harnesses for over 20
years. In that time, they’ve purchased
a lot of machines, and tried diff erent
manufacturing strategies. In ever case, they’ve been
chasing the same thing: higher output effi ciency. More
specifi cally, how can we get more jobs completed with
the resources they have?
Komax Corp
www.komaxgroup.com
Komax Wire is the market leader in wire process-
ing equipment and solutions. Komax
manufacturers and markets a diverse
product line of wire processing machines and solu-
tions ranging from semi-automatic stripping machines
to fully automatic crimping machines. Supplying the
Automotive & Transportation, Consumer Goods,
Industrial, Medical, Military, Aerospace and Telecom-
munications, Komax off ers a solution for any industry.
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Lakes Precision Inc.
www.lakesprecision.com
Incorporated in 1991, Lakes Precision deals in the preci-
sion and production business
that provides various related
services. Utilizing the latest
automated manufacturing
technologies, Lakes Precision's dedicated and highly
trained staff insures our customers receive the high-
est quality wire processing tooling available today.
As your single-source manufacturer, we off er over
20,000 parts and accessories to meet any potential wire
processing requirement.
Lapp Tannehill
www.lapptannehill.com
Lapp Tannehill, a Lapp Group Company, is a premier
distributor of wire and
cable products from
200+ leading manufacturers providing a singular
source for wire, cable, tubing and wire management
products and services. A global organization with
local representation, we pride ourselves in provid-
ing industry-leading service and delivery out of our
distribution centers across the USA along with an
experienced team of Field Sales and Inside Sales/Sup-
port professionals. Our customer value proposition
revolves around reduced complexity, industry-leading
responsive service, fast delivery, high quality and 30+
years of knowledge and expertise.
LPMS USA
www.lpms-usa.com
LPMS USA leads the industry with more than ten
standard mold equipment platforms – from low-vol-
ume R&D to high-volume produc-
tion. Each platform can be custom-
ized to meet customer and production requirements.
In addition to equipment, LPMS USA off ers a complete
turnkey solution, including collaborative engineering
to design, develop and manufacture prototype and
production tools, full-service contract manufacturing
and material selection and distribution.
Mecal by Starn
www.mecalbystarn.com
Mecal by Starn is the distributor and manufacturer of
the entire Mecal product line in the United States and
Canada. The partnership of Mecal and
Starn Tool, creating Mecal by Starn, pro-
vides world class applicators and spare
tooling for the wire harness industry.
Mecal was established in 1976 with the aim of supply-
ing the wire harness industry with the best crimping
equipment available, in less than 30 years Mecal has
reached and kept a respected position at the top of its
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market. Their products are extensively used by the au-
tomotive, communication and IT industry, and wher-
ever a high quality connection is called for. Situated in
the middle of the most industrially developed part of
Italy, Mecal operates out of its fully owned 54,000 sq.
ft. plant, employing 100 skilled and motivated young
people and has a very modern and rational produc-
tion structure. Starn was established in 1945, and soon
became a leader in supplying the automotive industry
with progressive stamping dies and spare parts along
with the building and assembly of applicator bodies
for one of the world’s largest terminal manufacturers.
It was this experience that Mecal was looking for to
form a partnership in the USA.
Multi/Cable Corporation
www.multicable.com
Multi/Cable Corp. has been a premier manufacturer
of high quality custom made wire and
cable for over 35 years. The company
specializes in quick deliveries of smaller
production quantities of multiconductor cables. With
the 2010 acquisition of Ryan Electronics Corp., Multi/
Cable now also off ers competitive pricing and an un-
matched list of value-added services for “standard”
items such as wire, cable, wire management products
and other accessories.
Radix Wire & Cable
www.radix-wire.com
For more than 70 years, Radix Wire & Cable has been
the leader in highly engineered wire
and cable solutions that provide supe-
rior performance for high-temperature,
mission-critical applications. Radix’s proprietary
blends of specialty materials give its products superior
performance characteristics across a diverse range of
industrial, consumer, manufacturing, communication
and fi re protection applications. Radix off ers the small-
est diameters available and temperature capabilities
from 150°C to 1010°C and we continue to invest in our
people and capabilities to manufacture custom wire
and cable quickly and effi ciently.
Schunk Sonosystem
www.schunksonosystems.com
Schunk Sonosystems is a globally lead-
ing specialist in the fi eld of ultrasonic
metal welding.
Sicame/ASK Power
www.ask-power.com
ASK Power is an Aurora-based
manufacturer of electrical connectors
for the truck, automotive, telecom,
utility, and military marketplaces and has been in
business for almost 30 years. With the acquisition of
Kortick, SICAME expands its footprint in the United
States and continues its international development and
diversifi cation plan, supported by a strong innovative
company recognized as a major supplier to the electri-
cal markets on the west coast.
Southwire
www.southwire.com
Southwire is North America’s largest wire and cable
manufacturer producing a broad
line of products for the Wire
Harness industry. Our products
range from single conductor lead wire utilizing a wide
variety of materials that enable us to provide solutions
at all temperatures. We also manufacture portable cord,
tray cable, electronic and a wide variety of custom-
made products for special applications. Our sales team
and engineering support will work to understand your
wire and cable challenges.
The Rubicon Group
www.rubgrp.com
Since 1984, Our ERP Solution has grown over 200
businesses worldwide. They have
helped hundreds of businesses in
manufacturing and distribution using our proprietary
ERP Cloud Software. Our powerful system easily
integrates into your business with usability, security,
and scalability in mind. Partnering with The Rubicon
Group sets your business ahead of the competition,
with experts that know your business and that are
passionate about what you do!
Trans Cable
h ps://transcableusa.com/
In 2013, Trans Cable was founded and established
manufacturing operations in Bon-
ham, Texas. Bonham is located 75
miles North of Dallas, Texas. They began as a small
manufacturer of commercial data cables, primarily
serving a select few businesses and industries.
With an initial team of just 7 employees, Trans Cable
focused on producing high-quality commercial data
cables that could withstand the demands of various
commercial applications. The team’s commitment to
quality and customer satisfaction quickly earned the
company a reputation for reliability and excellence.
WESCO
www.wesco.com
We combine our product and service off erings, exper-
tise and supplier relationships into comprehensive
supply chain management solutions
for our customers and their opera-
tions around the world. Our goal is always to provide
customers with a full range of products, services and
solutions that keep their business running in top form
and help them stay ahead of the competition. Our main
competitive advantage is how we bring value to their
overall business. With our lean supply chain solutions,
we help uncover opportunities that can directly impact
our customers’ bo om line.
WEZAG Tools Inc.
www.wezag.de/en/
We are hidden champions, serving a high-tech niche
market for cu ing, extraction, stripping and
crimping applications. Our hand tools, the
perfect repair solution in after sales. Reliable, durable
and robust, highly valued by well-known customers
in the mobility sector. The product range, compre-
hensive, individual and with an exceptional brand
strategy. No ma er whether you are a distinct quality-
consciousness, connector manufacturer or dealer with
professional demands – you will certainly fi nd what
you are looking for with us! Industry, green energy,
pipe press, every area, countless possibilities.
WHMA/IPC
www.whma.org / www.ipc.org
The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association®
(WHMA) was established in 1993 to serve and dedicate
their resources to the
global cable and wire
harness industry. WHMA is the ONLY trade associa-
tion exclusively representing the cable and wire harness
manufacturing industry including manufacturers, their
suppliers and customers. As part of WHMA’s objectives,
WHMA has established an important partnership with
IPC, who is a leading source for industry standards
and training, to produce the only industry-consensus
standard for Requirements and Acceptance of Cable
and Wire Harness Assemblies, “The IPC/WHMA-A-620
Standard Revision D”.
Wire & Cable Technology International
www.wiretech.com
Wire & Cable Technology International (WCTI) is a
bimonthly technical magazine for manu-
facturers, processors, distributors and
users of all types of wires, cables, wire
harnesses and cable assemblies. Each issue contains
the Wire Harness & Cable Connector (WHCC) section
which focuses on wire and cable processing, distribu-
tion and use. Additional WCTI publications include the
OVERVIEW business and market newsle er, the IWCS
Supplier Exhibition Directory, and the annual WCTI
Buyers’ Guide. All publications are published in print
and digital formats, and WCTI is a long-time Media
Sponsor of the WHMA and its events.
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Wiring Harness News
www.wiringharnessnews.com
Since 1994, Wiring Harness News has been the seminal
voice for decision makers in engineering, procurement,
and top management for
manufacturers of critical
wiring systems. In fact, it
is the only publication devoted solely to wire and
cable assembly production. Wiring Harness News
delves deep into information pertaining to harness
assembly for the Automotive/ Transportation, Mili-
tary/Aerospace, Medical, Communications, Photon-
ics and Industrial markets. Subscribers will always
fi nd in-depth coverage of events pertinent to these
industries.
Zuken USA Inc.
www.zuken.com
Zuken is a global provider of leading-edge software
and consulting services for electrical and electronic
design and manufacturing.
Founded in 1976, Zuken has the
longest track record of technological innovation and
fi nancial stability in the electronic design automation
(EDA) software industry. The company’s extensive
experience, technological expertise and agility, com-
bine to create world-class software solutions. Zuken’s
transparent working practices and integrity in all
aspects of business produce long-lasting and success-
ful customer partnerships that make Zuken a reliable
long-term business partner.
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WHCC
WHCC
Liz Cappellania, Sales and Mar-
keting Coordinator, Komax Cor-
poration, Bualo Grove, IL, USA,
says, “The Alpha 520 from Komax
brings a new level of automation
and eciency with its optional fully
programmable Z-Axis feature. This
cuing-edge addition is designed
to optimize the crimping process,
by automating the vertical height
adjustment of the crimping mod-
ule, resulting in changeovers and
enhanced production precision. Key
benets are as follows:
• Fully Programmable for Maxi-
mum Efficiency: The Z-Axis
is fully programmable, allow-
ing the vertical position of the
crimping module for each article
to be stored and recalled in the
machine's Human-Machine In-
terface (HMI). This innovation
eliminates the need for manual
adjustments, significantly re-
ducing changeover times and
ensuring accurate positioning
every time. By automating this
process, operators can focus
on higher-value tasks, thereby
boosting productivity.
• Improved Process Quality: Au-
tomating the vertical adjustment
of the crimping module relative
to the wire line eliminates man-
ual intervention and minimizes
operator inuence. This ensures
precise alignment, reduces er-
rors, and enhances the overall
consistency of crimps, leading
to superior process quality.
“Applications for the Alpha 520 are
as follows:
• Open Barrel ‘F-style Crimp’ Ter-
minals: The Z-Axis positions the
crimping unit below the wire
line, allowing the wire to swing
over the crimping ears of the
terminal. During the process,
the wire is lowered into the
terminal in conjunction with the
crimping tool, ensuring accurate
wrapping of the terminal ears
around the wire conductor to
form the crimp.
A New Level of Automation & Eciency
with a Programmable Z-Axis Option
TECH BRIEF
• Closed Barrel Terminals: For
closed barrel applications, the
wire needs to be inserted into
the terminal’s cavity before
crimping. The fully programma-
ble Z-Axis, automatically raises
the crimping module, ensuring
the correct insertion of the wire
into the terminal and seamless
transitions between open and
closed barrel terminals.
• Fine Wire Applications: For
small wire size applications
(less than 22 AWG), the fully
programmable Z-Axis improves
the quality of crimping by rais-
ing the crimping module and re-
ducing the vertical movement of
the wire as it is lowered into the
F style crimp. By reducing the
wire movement, the crimping
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AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc. 2 www.agcchem.com
Ajex & Turner Wire Technologies PVT Ltd. 56 www.ajexturner.com
Amacoil, Inc. 11 www.amacoil.com
Bartell Machinery Systems LLC 44 www.bartellmachinery.com
Boxy, Howar Equipment 32 www.boxy.com • www.HowarEquipment.com
Carris Reels 23 www.carris.com
CEMANCO LC 130 www.cemanco.com
Cometo 13 www.cometo.ws
Commission Brokers 6 www.commissionbrokers.com
Delusun 70 www.delesungp.com
Design & Engineering LLC 54 www.designandengineering.com
Electric Cable Compounds Inc. 18 www.electriccablecompounds.com
Entrada Group 137 www.entradagroup.com
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Eraser Company Inc 34 www.eraser.com
Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo 2025 (EWPTE 2025) 143 www.electricalwireshow.com
Fainplast Srl 43 www.fainplast.com
FIC Manufacturing Company 39 www.foundationind.com
Fisk Alloy, Inc. 80, 103 www.skalloy.com
GEM Gravure Company, Inc. 25 www.gemgravure.com
GEON Performance Solutions 127 www.geon.com
GMP Slovakia 93 www.gmpreels.com
Guill Tool 37 www.guill.com
Harwick Standard Distribution Company 27 www.harwick.com
HB Chemicals 65, 67 www.hbchemical.com
Honta • Singcheer America 9www.hontainc.com • www.singcheer.com
HOWAR Equipment 32, 107, 109, 130 www.HowarEquipment.com • www.boxy.com
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Huestis Industrial 46 www.huestis.com
Inosym Ltd 69 www.inosym.com
IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum 20, 21 www.iwcs.org
Joe Tools Inside Front Cover www.joe-tools.com
KALMARK Integrated Systems Ltd 19 www.kalmarkltd.com
KEIR Manufacturing 6www.BackBoneBows.com • www.keirmfg.com
Kurre Systems 148 www.kurre-systems.de
Lamnea Bruk AB 77 www.lamnea.se
Lianda Corporation 45 www.liandacorp.com
Madem-Moorecraft Reels USA 42 www.mademreels.com
Maillefer Extrusion Oy 41 www.maillefer.net • www.davis-standard.com
Magnetic Analysis Corporation (MAC®) 132 www.mac-ndt.com/minimac
Mathiasen Machinery Inc. 36 www.mathiasen-machinery.com
MGS Group, The 17, 57 www.themgsgroup.com
Nieho GmbH & Co. KG, Maschinenfabrik 75 www.nieho.de
Pioneer Machinery USA 160 www.pioneermachinery.us
Polymerics Inc. 95 www.polymericsinc.com
Pressure Welding Machines Ltd. (PWM) 55 www.pwmltd.co.uk
Process Sheaves LLC 8, 105 www.ProcessSheaves.com
Proton Products 29 www.protonproducts.com
Reichenbach Equipments 15 www.reichenbach.com.br
Rosendahl Nextrom 89 www.rosendahlnextrom.com
Roteq Machinery Inc. 59 www.roteqmachinery.com
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Schleuniger 135 www.schleuniger-na.com
SDI LaFarga COPPERWORKS™ 35 www.sdilafarga.com
SETIC s.a.s 49 c2s@setic.info • www.setic-pourtier.com
Showmark, LLC 131 www.showmarkcorp.com
SIMPACKS Inside Back Cover www.simpacks.com
Singcheer America 9 www.singcheer.com
Sjogren Industries 91 www.sjogren.com
SK Wire and Cable 148 www.skwireandcable.com
Spazzolplastica North America LLC 31 sales@spazzolplastica.com • www.spazzolplastica.com
Strecker, August 10 www.strecker-limburg.de • www.streckerusa.com
Struktol Company of America 33 www.struktol.com
TE Connectivity 139 www.te.com
Teknor Apex Co. 4www.teknorapex.com
Thermoplastic Engineering Corporation (TEC) 1www.thermoplasticseng.com
Tips and Dies Inc. 47 www.tipsanddies.com
Unitek Maschinenbau- und Handels GmbH 109 www.unitek-crossheads.com
Universal Wires 51 www.uniwires.com
Upcast Oy 81 www.upcast.com
Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC 119 www.vanderbiltchemicals.com
Wardwell Braiding Co. 61 www.wardwell.com
WCISA® (Wire & Cable Industry Suppliers Association®)6 www.wcisaonline.org
WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit 2025 149 https://annualconference.whma.org
Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp. 7www.wireandplastic.com
WireShow 2025 • Shanghai Cable Research Institute Co., Ltd. 40 www.wireshow.com
Wyrepak Industries Inc. 16, 38 www.wyrepakind.com
Zumbach Electronics Corp. Back Cover www.zumbach.com
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Events and organizations or companies on page 10 are not indexed here; additional omissions are made at the editor’s discretion.
Academy of German Business Leaders ............................................. 50
ACEA, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association ..........57
AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc. ..........................................................87
AIM, Inc ........................................................................................17, 52
Alix Partners ......................................................................................56
Ajex & Turner Wire Technologies ....................................................126
Alphagary ...........................................................................................36
American Syscomptel ....................................................................... 142
Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable (ATPC) ..............................................148
APAR Industries Limited ..................................................................... 40
Aptiv............................................................................................66, 138
Arrow and Avnet ...............................................................................140
Association of India (MRAI) ................................................................ 15
Association of Welding Products Manufacturers (AWPM)..................15
Audi ...................................................................................................56
Aurora Material Solutions ...................................................................48
Aven Inc. ...........................................................................................147
Avient Corporation .............................................................................. 83
AWH Detroit 2024 .........................................................................8, 137
AWIS................................................................................................. 113
Axjo AB ............................................................................................... 87
Bantleon ............................................................................................57
Berkshire Hathaway ........................................................................140
BESEN-Group .................................................................................138
Bizlink Industry Germany GmbH .......................................................66
Blachford Corporation...................................................................17, 52
BMW .................................................................................................. 55
Bundesbank .......................................................................................55
Burgg Group .................................................................................... 138
BUSS ............................................................................................ 30, 32
BWE ..................................................................................................80
Cable & Wire Machinery Manufacturers Association of India (CMMAI) .
............................................................................................................15
Cable Components Group/Marmon................................................8, 72
Cableteque .......................................................................................151
Cabopol ..............................................................................................87
Cambridge Trust ...........................................................................72, 73
CAMI Research Inc. ................................................................ 118, 146
Carris Reels ........................................................................................ 73
CCCA .................................................................................................17
ÇEBİD.................................................................................................12
Cemanco LLC...............................................................................17, 52
CERSA-MCI ..............................................................................51, 109
Certoplast Technische Klebebaender GmbH ....................................64
Chase Corp. .................................................................................52, 73
Chemours Company, LLC, The ....................................................92, 95
China International Wire and Cable Industry Exhibition (WireShow) .15
Chroma Color Corporation ..........................................................50, 71
Chrysler .............................................................................................56
CINTERMEX Centro Internacional de Negocios ................................ 98
Citroën ............................................................................................... 56
CommScope ...................................................................................... 17
Condat .......................................................................................... 17, 52
Conta-Clip.........................................................................................147
Continuus-Properzi S.p.A. ............................................................ 30, 83
Cook ..................................................................................................80
Copper Journal ................................................................................... 16
Copperweld .....................................................................................146
CRU .................................................................................. 12, 22, 28, 76
CRU Wire & Cable Connections Summit 2025 ............................12, 13
Cuprum Holdings, LLC ....................................................................141
DCN Cables......................................................................................138
DEM ...................................................................................................85
DiIT GmbH ........................................................................................138
Dow Global Technologies LLC ..............................................42, 65, 67
DSM Engineering Materials .............................................................. 130
DVS - Deutscher Verband für Schweißen und verwandte Verfahren .15
EcoVadis ........................................................................................... 136
Eland Cables ...................................................................................138
Electri-Flex Company .......................................................................134
Envalior.............................................................................................130
Eraser Company .............................................................................. 118
EV Cables Ltd ..................................................................................138
EV Teison .........................................................................................138
Expo Manufactura ..............................................................................98
ExxonMobil Technology and Engineering Company .........................68
Federal Ministry for Economic Aairs and Climate Protection ............14
Fiat .....................................................................................................56
FibreHome .......................................................................................... 22
Fisk Alloy Wire ................................................................................... 17
Fluoropolymer Resources .................................................................16
FOERSTER ........................................................................................ 49
Fort Wayne Wire Die, Inc....................................................................18
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. ...............................................................64
FUTEC Europe GmbH .......................................................................85
Gauder Group Inc ....................................................................... 51, 103
GCG .................................................................................................135
Gem Gravure .................................................................................. 8, 72
General Cable Technologies Corporation ........................................138
General Motors ................................................................................... 60
Goldman Sachs ................................................................................. 55
Guill Tool & Engineering .........................................88, 96, 97, 126, 131
Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. .......................................................68
Hampidjan HF. ................................................................................... 64
Hangzhou XZB ..................................................................................84
Hengtong ............................................................................................ 22
Hongan ............................................................................................... 22
Huawei................................................................................................24
Hui Zhou Haiyun Electronics Co., Ltd. ...............................................64
IATF ..................................................................................................141
IEWC ................................................................................................151
India Essen Welding & Cutting ...........................................................13
Indian Welding Society (IWS) ............................................................. 15
International Tube Association (ITA) ................................................... 12
International Wire .........................................................................16, 73
International Wire and Cable Machine Exhibitors Association (IWCEA)
................................................................................................12, 14, 15
International Wire and Machinery Association Ltd. (IWMA Ltd)..............
....................................................................................12, 17, 15, 52, 98
Interwire 2025 .............................................................................. 18, 53
Interwire Conference & Trade Exhibition ........................................... 19
IPC............................................................................................134, 142
IPC/WHMA .......................................................................................136
IPC International, Inc. ....................................................................... 150
Iran Cable Manufacturing Company – Bayka (ICMC) ..............122, 125
ISO ...........................................................................................139, 141
Italian Trade Agency ........................................................................... 14
Italian Wire Machinery Manufacturer Association (ACIMAF)........12, 15
IWCS .................................................................. 17, 52, 71, 73, 95, 113
James Monroe Wire & Cable..................................................16, 19, 73
Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry ...........................140
Jeep ................................................................................................... 56
Jicable HVDC’25 ................................................................................19
Joe Snee Associates .........................................................................79
Joe Tools ..........................................................................................126
Johnson Controls (JCI) ..................................................................... 135
JWB Manufacturing ..........................................................................151
KEI Industries .....................................................................................42
Kelsey-Hayes .....................................................................................80
Kiel Institute ........................................................................................ 55
Kinrei of America, LLC .................................................................. 17, 52
Koch ................................................................................................106
Komax Group .............................................................68, 138, 151, 156
Krollman ............................................................................................80
KURRE ....................................................................... 88, 120, 121, 128
KUTEC .............................................................................................120
Lämneå Bruk AB ..................................................................80, 82, 107
Landgraf Cold Finishing......................................................................42
Lanxess Performance Materials ....................................................... 130
LAPP Tannehill ........................................................................139, 151
Laribee ...............................................................................................80
LaserLinc, Inc. ..................................................................... 82, 88, 117
Laser Wire Solutions ................................................................144, 145
Lastique International Corporation .....................................................48
LEIBINGER ............................................................................48, 49, 50
Leoni ........................................................................................ 138, 146
LG Electronics Inc. ............................................................................66
Lödige Industries ................................................................................87
Lone Star Industrial ..........................................................................151
LRPC ................................................................................................ 106
LS Cable & System Ltd. ....................................................................68
MacBee ..............................................................................................80
Magnetic Analysis Corp. (MAC®) ............................................... 86, 114
Maillefer Extrusion Oy ................................................................85, 128
Maillefer International Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. ........................... 16
Mario Frigerio S.p.A. (MFL Group) ...................................................106
Marmon IEI ......................................................................................... 73
Marmon Electrical .............................................................................. 17
Marmon Innovation & Technology Group .......................................8, 72
Maschinenfabrik Nieho GmbH & Co. KG .........................................40
Melos GmbH ......................................................................................84
Mercedes-Benz .................................................................................55
Mercosur ............................................................................................54
Messe Düsseldorf ................................................................... 12, 14, 98
Messe Düsseldorf India ...................................................................... 14
Messe Düsseldorf North America (MDNA) ................. 12, 13, 17, 52, 99
METEC India ......................................................................................13
Metalow Alliance ............................................................................... 98
Micro-Product ....................................................................................80
Morgan ..............................................................................................80
Morgan-Koch Corporation ..................................................................42
Multi/Cable..........................................................................................72
Nexans .........................................................................................30, 86
NIEHOFF ............................................................................................ 13
Nieho of India (NoI) ..........................................................................40
Nordson Measurement & Control Solutions
(formerly NDC Technologies) ................................................. 83, 118
Norvac ................................................................................................50
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) .................... 91
Opel ................................................................................................... 56
Orbia Advance Corporation S.A.B. de C.V. ........................................34
Orbia Alphagary .................................................................................. 36
Panduit Corp. ...................................................................................141
Peugeot .............................................................................................56
Philatron Wire and Cable .................................................................141
Phoenix Contact ..............................................................................138
Pioneer Machinery USA ...................................................................129
Pressure Welding Machines (PWM) Ltd. ...................................... 78, 82
Prime Materials Recovery ..................................................................73
Proton Products, Inc. ........................................................................ 118
Proterial, Ltd. .....................................................................................65
Prysmian ............................................................................................19
Prysmian S.p.A. ................................................................................. 66
PwC Consulting .................................................................................. 60
Radix Wire & Cable ..........................................................................147
Rainbow Rubber & Belts ....................................................................30
Reel Power Industrial .........................................................................85
REELEX Packaging Solutions, Inc. .................... 17, 44, 52, 90, 91, 115
ResearchAndMarkets.com ..............................................................138
RichardsApex, Inc. ...............................................................17, 52, 108
Ridge Tool Company .........................................................................67
Roblon ............................................................................................. 117
Rosendahl Nextrom ............................................................ 16, 100, 128
Roteq Machinery Inc. .........................................................................52
Rubadue Wire.....................................................................................73
SAMP ................................................................................................80
SAMP USA, Inc. ...........................................................................17, 52
Sampsistemi (Changzhou) Co., Ltd....................................................16
SBR Worldwide/Know More .............................................................150
Schleuniger Group............................................................................138
Schlumberger Technology Corporation .............................................65
Science of Business .................................................................134, 150
Schunk .............................................................................................137
Sequel Low Voltage Group, LLC .....................................................141
Sequel OEM Group, LLC .................................................................141
Sequel Wire and Cable ....................................................................141
Sequel Wire and Cable Holdings, LLC ............................................ 141
Service Wire Co........................................................................8, 72, 73
SETIC POURTIER .....................................................................51, 103
Setic-Pourtier of America, Inc. ............................................................ 51
Shanghai Electric Cable Research Institute Co., Ltd. (SECRI) ..........15
SIEBE Engineering ........................................................................... 120
SIKORA .................................................. 16, 32, 34, 49, 50, 73, 86, 114
Simpacks/Pioneer.........................................................................17, 52
Sinbon Electronics ............................................................................ 138
Singcheer America ...........................................................................129
Sjogren ..............................................................................................80
Smart Factory Solutions ...................................................................138
Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE).................................................126
Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) ...............................................126
Sonobond Ultrasonics ......................................................................148
Southwire..............................................................................19, 44, 138
Spazzolplastica North America LLC ..................................................84
Spectra Color, Inc. ............................................................................. 50
Steel & Metallurgy ..............................................................................15
Stellantis Group .................................................................................. 56
Strecker, August GmbH ............................................................. 80, 104
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. ............................................. 70, 139
SWE Boston ..................................................................................... 113
Syncro ...............................................................................................80
Systems Wire and Cable .................................................................. 138
Tayho .................................................................................................. 22
Taymer International ..................................................................... 17, 52
TE Connectivity .........................................................69, 137, 138, 140
Technology Container Corp. .............................................................. 69
Teknor Apex Company ............................................................. 110, 113
Telsonic ............................................................................................137
Thermoplastics Engineering Corporation (TEC) ..............................129
TiniFiber ..............................................................................................73
Tips & Dies, Inc.................................................................................129
Tongguang ......................................................................................... 22
TTI, Inc. ...........................................................................................140
Tube Eurasia Fair ...............................................................................12
Tube India ...........................................................................................13
Tube Mexico 2025 ..............................................................................98
Tube & Steel Istanbul Fair ..................................................................12
Tüyap Exhibitions Group ....................................................................12
Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center .................................... 12
Tüyap Fairs Production Inc.................................................................12
Twentsche Fibre Optics (TFO) ..........................................................22
UBS ...................................................................................................57
UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc) ..................................................130
UL Solutions Inc. ................................................................................38
UNITEK Crossheads, Div. of HOWAR Equipment Inc......................129
United States Patent and Trademark Oce (USPTO or Oce) .. 64, 70
United Wire Company .................................................................62, 63
U.S. Department of Commerce .........................................................70
US Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference .......................8, 136
US Navy .............................................................................................62
US Society of Automotive Engineers ................................................ 130
Vaughn ..............................................................................................80
Viakable .............................................................................................19
Volkswagen ...........................................................................38, 55, 56
Weidmuller USA .................................................................................88
Wesco ...............................................................................................151
WHMA 2025 Annual Global Leadership Summit ..................8, 134, 150
Wire & Cable Clubs of America. ...................................................17, 74
Wire & Cable Manufacturers Alliance, Inc. (WCMA, Inc.) ......................
................................................................................8, 16, 52, 72, 73, 74
Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp. ...................... 17, 52, 80, 108, 118, 129
wire & Tube Mexico 2025 ...............8, 17, 52, 80, 98, 99, 100, 103, 106
Wire and Cable Industry Suppliers Association® (WCISA®) ..17, 52, 53
Wire Association International, Inc. (WAI) .....................18, 52, 53, 126
Wire Düsseldorf 2024, wire 2024 ...............................................78, 109
wire Eurasia Fair.................................................................................12
Wire Expo ..................................................................................... 19, 53
wire India ........................................................................................8, 13
Wire Lab Company ...................................................................... 17, 52
WireShow ...........................................................................................16
Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) ............................
..............................................................................42, 52, 134, 136, 150
World Economic Forum ......................................................................60
Yazaki ...............................................................................................137
YOFC ..................................................................................................22
ZTT .....................................................................................................22
Zuken USA, Inc. .......................................................................147, 151
Zumbach Electronic AG ................................................................... 118
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Latest generation of measurement algorithm provides
measurement readiness within one second
Micro-focused X-ray beam ensures highest
measurement accuracy
New generation of X-ray sources with extended
lifetime
Direct access to the sensors via the web server
Simultaneous acquisition of all measured values from
both measurement axes
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