Preview of Wire Expo 2026
The Wire Association International, Inc. (WAI) reports that two keynote speakers will headline on consecutive days at its biennial Wire
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Non-Fluorine and Non-PFAS Wire & Cable Compounds
This paper covers the following topics: background of PFAS; various local, state and country regulations; and the testing and certification
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New Continuous Precision for the Power of Tomorrow
In the global energy and data infrastructure sectors, where every watt counts, the quality and reliability of busbar connections directly
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Future Vision 2030 – From 2D Code to Digital Product Passport
From 2030 onwards, products in the EU are expected to carry a digital identity: the “Digital Product Passport” (DPP) will
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From Data to Action: How Smaller Wire & Cable Manufacturers Can Close the Automation Gap
Wire and cable manufacturing has always required diligent control of the accuracy, efficiency and flexibility of production. Each order is
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Diamond Coated Dies – High-Performance Solutions for Modern Wire Drawing
In modern wire drawing operations, the demand for higher productivity, consistent wire quality and longer tool life has led to
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High-Speed Multi-Color Optical Fiber Ring Marking
The demand for efficient, low-attenuation and flexible optical fiber manufacturing is driving the need for faster and more versatile marking
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Changing the Pintle During Operation
Replacing pintles for holding and winding different spools is time-consuming. In addition to the downtime, this also increases the scrap
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Preview: Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo 2026
EWPTE 2026: Leading the Way in Electrical, Wire Harness & Cable Processing The Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) returns
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Patents for May 2026
USPTO Wire & Cable Industry Patents as compiled by the editors of WCTI for May 2026. Central Tension Line for
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How Modular Connectivity is Reshaping Automotive Wiring Architectures
Modern vehicles rely on extensive wiring harnesses to distribute power, signals and data throughout the platform. As new features have
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Connector Cleaning Methods: Manual Approaches vs. the Future of Automation
Maintaining clean fi ber optic connectors is a routine but essential part of fi ber network installation and maintenance. Before
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May/June 2025
The latest issue of WCTI is now available online. In this issue we cover the following topics and more: Industry
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March/April 2026
In the March/April issue of WCTI you’ll find the following articles and more. Click here to read the digital edition.
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IWCS seeks Technical Papers for the 75th Annual Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum
IWCS calls industry professionals and academic researchers to submit a brief 300–500 word abstract summarizing research or emerging technologies affecting
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The Digital Thread Advantage: Keeping Cable Specs Intact from Quote to Shop Floor
Cable-specific applications of AI enable cable
manufacturers to reduce friction, prevent errors and accelerate execution.
Advanced in High-Carbon Wire Drawing Solutions
High-carbon wire drawing demands robust, precise and efficient machinery, and Lämneå Bruk delivers on all fronts. Their machines adapt seamlessly
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Halogen-Free Solutions for Specialty Cable Design Utilizing Different Thermosetting Chemistry
Halogen-free flame-retardant (HFFR) cable compounds are increasingly required to meet modern safety and environmental standards. However, their high filler loading
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Wire & Cable Making Technologies on Display in Düsseldorf
On April 13, 2026, wire and Tube – the world’s leading trade fairs for the international wire, cable, tube and
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Heat & Surface Treatment Roundup
In this issue we discuss the following and more: Bronzing Line for Bead Wire – Thierry Heynen, Sirio Wire srl,
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