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Volume 43 | Number 3 | March 2010

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Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Industry News . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Asian Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fiber Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Fastener Update . . . . . . . . . 40 WAI News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Chapter Corner . . . . . . . . . . 46 Technical Papers . . . . . 142-158 Products/Media . . . . . . . . . 160

Preview: Wire Expo 2010 . . . . . . . . .51 WAI’s traveling road show will be in Milwaukee this May, colocated with two other industry events to provide greater value to attendees. Wire Expo 2010 will also be condensed to two days, Wednesday-Thursday, May 1213, at the Midwest Airlines Center. It will include the trade expo, technical program and the WAI’s 80th Annual Convention. This preview presents technical program elements, a list of exhibitors with booth descriptions and product categories, special program features, the Awards Breakfast, social and networking opportunities, and more.

Classified . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Career Opportunities . . . . . 165 Advertisers’ Index . . . . . . . 168

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Effect of the Sn content of bead wire and the kind of compound on the interface morphology Song Seong-Hun, Ban Deok-Young and Cho Kil-Won . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 The history, present situation and future trends in ensuring constant and consistent wire tension in stranders Jörg Inhelder and Tom Brunners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Analysis of surface flaws on drawn wire and wire breaks Kazunari Yoshida, Tetsuo Shinohara, Tsutomu Yamashita, and Atsuhiro Tanaka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Cover: Colocated with two other industry events in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, Wire Expo 2010 will be held at the Midwest Airlines Center in a condensed two-day format.

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The New England Chapter saw record attendance for its recent annual meeting that was held at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut. Above, chapter members take part in an exercise, led by keynote speaker Alden B. Davis, seeking possible directions they could take as a group to become more competitive.

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Wire Expo 2010 in Milwaukee: moving along, compressed, colocated and totally FREE

Publisher | Steven J. Fetteroll Editor-in-Chief | Mark Marselli Senior Graphic Designer | Bill Branch

When I became involved with the WAI my mentor was a gentleman named Sandy May, who went on to be WAI President and a winner of the Donnellan Memorial Award, given to individuals for their contributions to the Association. A very hands-on kind of guy, he was also the liaison to the first committee I chaired, and I remember when things bogged down, he would kick me under the table and grumble, “Let’s get it moving.” Tradition calls for the WAI president to write the editorial in the preview issue for Wire Expo or Interwire, and thus I am duty bound. Now give me a chance before you flip the page. I promise I’ll try to keep it moving! First, I want you to ask yourself “Why should I go to Wire Expo?” If you don’t have a reason, maybe in the remaining words here I can give you one. And for those of you with a reason, I’ll try to give you a few more. Here goes: We have compressed Wire Expo into two days to save you time and money. In fact advance registration is free to pre-registrants! During those two days there will be 28 technical papers, six technical courses and three Production Solution presentations. At the time this was written, there were more than 170 exhibiting companies that are excited about the opportunity to meet and talk to you about what’s new and better in the industry. Further, Wire Expo will include the Awards Ceremony and a reception to be held right at the event on the show floor. Not enough to make the trip worthwhile? Well then, read on. We strategically connected with the Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo and the American Wire Producers Association, which is putting on a Long Products Supply Chain Symposium. Last but not least, you will get to network with others in your industry. Is there more to do and see? Absolutely. As you read through this issue, you will learn more about the Mordica Lecture, a guest speaker from ASTM who will discuss global standards development and two plant tours (Charter Steel and Rockwell Automation). Now that the economy is showing signs of recovery, it’s time for all of us to get back in touch and plan for the future. So to quote my friend, Sandy May, “Let’s get it moving!” I look forward to seeing see you at Wire Expo in Milwaukee!

Dane G. Armendariz WAI President

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Director of Sales | Robert Xeller Advertising Sales | Anna Bzowski Director of Marketing Services | Janice E. Swindells Graphic Artist | Adrienne E. Simpson Proofreader | Livia Jacobs Circulation Manager | Jan Valois Publications Advisory Board Antonio Ayala | J.J. Lowe, Mexico Ferruccio Bellina | TKT Group/President ACIMAF, Italy Malcom Michael | AWIA Australia Don Schollin | Q-S Technologies, USA Ralph Skalleberg | Skaltek USA Dave Stackpole | Nutmeg Wire, USA Giulio Properzi | Continuus Properzi, Italy Robert Wild | Niehoff Endex North America, USA WAI Executive Committee Liaison Dane G. Armendariz | Henkel Corporation Technical Advisors John Drummond | Scotia Group R. M. Shemenski | RMS Consulting, Inc.

WIRE JOURNAL INTERNATIONAL (ISSN-0277-4275) published monthly by The Wire Journal, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Wire Association International, Inc., which is located at 1570 Boston Post Road, P.O. Box 578, Guilford, CT 06437-0578, USA, and can be contacted at tel. 203-453-2777; fax 203-453-8384; Internet wirenet.org; e-mail mmarselli@wirenet.org. Address all correspondence concerning advertising production, editorial and circulation to the above address. WJI is printed in USA. Subscription rates: $110 per year, USA; $120 per year, Canada and Mexico; other countries, $140 per year (includes air mail). Back copies: $10 WAI members, $15 non-members. Periodicals postage paid at Guilford, CT 06437, USA, and at additional offices. Wire Journal International grants photocopy permission to libraries and others registered with Copyright Clearance Center (CCC), 21 Congress St., Salem, MA 01970, USA, for a fee of $0.50 per article. Payments should be sent directly to the CCC. Requests for bulk orders or reprints should be sent to the Wire Journal International, P.O. Box 578, Guilford, CT 06437-0578, USA. © 2010 by Wire Journal, Inc. All rights reserved. The Publisher of WJI assumes no responsibility for the validity of manufacturers’ claims made herein. Back issues of WJI are on microfilm and available from University Microfilm, 300 North Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48106, USA. Phone: 313761-4700. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Wire Journal International, P.O. Box 578, Guilford, CT 06437-0578, USA.

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CALENDAR Apr. 12-16, 2010: wire Düsseldorf Düsseldorf, Germany. To be held at the Messe fairgrounds. Contact: Messe Düsseldorf North America, tel. 312-781-5180, info@mdna.com. Apr. 27-28, 2010: Polymers in Cables 2010 Orlando, Florida, USA. To be held at the Radisson Resort Orlando-Celebration. Contact: Margit Korsak, tel. 610-478-0800, mk@amiplastics-na.com. May 9-11, 2010: AWPA Long Products Supply Chain Symposium and AWPA Annual Meeting Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. The American Wire Producers Association (AWPA) is organizing this new symposium, to be held May 10-11 at the Pfister Hotel, as well as holding its Annual Meeting on May 9-10. See preview that starts on p. 64. Contact: Heather Outhuse, AWPA, tel. 703-299-4434, www.awpa.org. May 12-13, 2010: Wire Expo 2010 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. To be held at the Midwest Airlines Center, this event will be co-located with The National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo and in conjunction with AWPA’s Long Products Supply Chain Symposium. See preview that starts on p. 51. Contact: WAI, tel. 203-453-2777, www.wirenet.org. May 12-13, 2010: The National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. To be held at the Midwest Airlines Center, this event will be co-located with Wire Expo 2010. See preview that starts on p. 60. Contact: Jay Partington, Expo Productions, Inc., tel. 262-367-5500, www.expoproductionsinc.com. Sept. 21-24, 2010: wire China 2010 Shanghai, China. To be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Contact: Messe

Düsseldorf North America, tel. 312-781-5180, fax 312-781-5188, info@mdna.com, www.mdna.com. October 18-20, 2010: ITC Mexico Monterrey, Mexico. To be held at the Crowne Plaza Monterrey, this WAI ITC includes a technical conference, tabletop exhibits, tour and networking opportunities. Contact: WAI, tel. 203-453-2777, www.wirenet.org. Oct. 27-Nov. 3, 2010: K 2010 Düsseldorf, Germany. This event for the plastics and rubber industry will be held at the Düsseldorf Fairgrounds, Halls 1-17. Contact: Messe Düsseldorf North America, tel. 312-781-5180, info@mdna.com, www.mdna.com. Nov. 7-10, 2010: 59th IWCS Conference™ Providence, Rhode Island, USA. Contact: Pat Hudak, IWCS, www.iwcs.org, phudak@iwcs.org, tel. 732-389-0990. Nov. 18-20, 2010: Wire & Cable India 2010 Mumbai, India. Organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), this event will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Goregaon. Contact: CII, tel. 91-2224931790, www.cii.in/. May 3-5, 2011: Interwire 2011 Atlanta, Georgia, USA. WAI returns to the Georgia World Congress Center for the trade show and the Association’s 81st Annual Convention. Contact: WAI, tel. 203-453-2777, www.wirenet.org. June 19-23, 2011: JI Cable Versailles, France. This multi-organizer international conference on insulated power cables, which has multiple organizers and was last held in 2007, will present a comprehensive forum about power cables as well as exhibits. Contact: J1Cable 11, www.jicable.org. ■

W IRE ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL E VENTS For more information, contact the WAI, USA. Tel. 001-203-453-2777; fax 001-203-453-8384; Internet www.wirenet.org. May 12-13, 2010: Wire Expo 2010 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. To be held at the Midwest Airlines Center, this event includes the WAI’s 80th Annual Convention, trade show and technical program. It will be co-located with The National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo and in conjunction with AWPA’s symposium. Contact: WAI, tel. 203-453-2777, www.wirenet.org.

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October 18-20, 2010: ITC Mexico Monterrey, Mexico. To be held at the Crowne Plaza Monterrey, this WAI ITC includes a technical conference, tabletop exhibits, tour and networking opportunities. May 3-5, 2011: Interwire 2011 Atlanta, Georgia, USA. See main listing.

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INTERWIRE 2011 | THE LARGEST WIRE AND CABLE MARKETPLACE IN THE AMERICAS.

Convention Dates: May 1-5, 2011 | Exhibit Dates: May 3-5, 2011 Georgia World Congress Center | Atlanta, Georgia, USA

INTERWIRE 2011 IS ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES. IT IS RENEWED, INVIGORATED, AND TAKING A NEW TACK. WHO’S AT THE HELM? Senior executives from more than 25 key corporations are skillfully guiding major changes to the show. Their interest in Interwire—the largest wire and cable marketplace in the Americas— is resolute. Interwire affects their business and is clearly worth their personal time. The result is a series of carefully considered and nimbly integrated transformations to better Interwire. WHAT’S DIFFERENT? Location: Atlanta, Georgia. Relocated and familiar, Interwire returns to the city of its origin where it was introduced in 1981. Compact: 3 full days of exhibits. Interwire 2011 offers a concentrated show schedule. More operating equipment. Interwire is a machinery show. Visitors can count on more operational equipment in 2011. Renewed energy. Exhibitor participation is on the upswing showing a 14% increase between the 2007 and 2009 events. Networking opportunities, ranked as the #1 reason to attend the show, will be part of the landscape. Expect to see production solution demonstrations and other attendance-building activities on the exhibit floor.

Special industry theme days to be announced. We’re focusing on specific industry sectors that use wire and cable. Look for presentations, technical papers, and executive discussions to orbit around these central themes. Fully supported. Show management continues to work with the U.S. Department of Commerce and its International Buyer Program to interest a growing number of international participants in the show. Work with supporting sponsors, allied organizations, and educational supporters is ongoing to enhance the Interwire experience.

“Having all or most of the vendors in one location for a face-to-face has always had unmeasured value and still does, especially when times are tougher for travel and the like. Our company believes in the future of the business and that means get out there and find out what is going to take us into new future markets. I’ve already recommended that we return in 2011.” Ed Kozlowski, Senior Design Engineer W.L. Gore & Associates

SAVE THE DATE: MAY 1-5, 2011 AND LEARN MORE ONLINE AT WWW.WIRENET.ORG Interwire 2011 is organized by The Wire Association International, Inc. 1570 Boston Post Road | P.O. Box 578 | Guilford, CT 06437-0578 Telephone: (001) 203-453-2777 | Fax: (001) 203-453-8384 | Web site: www.wirenet.org

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INDUSTRY NEWS nkt reports 2 cable contracts Denmark’s nkt cables announced that it has landed two contracts that have a collective value of approximately US$70 million, including one that calls for production of what the company believes will be the largest submarine cable in the world. The first contract, a press release said, from Energinet.dk, calls for nkt cables to connect the Anholt Offshore Wind Farm with Jutland. The project, worth about US$25 million, will require approximately 25 km of high-voltage aluminum cable (245kV AC) with a cross section of 3 x 1600 sq mm, it said, adding that the company will also be responsible for cable laying and installation. “With a diameter of 260 mm and a capacity of 400 MW, it is believed to be the largest AC submarine cable in the world, which is a clear proof of trust in nkt cables’ capabilities in submarine cables,” nkt cables group CEO Dion Metzemaekers said in the release. It noted that the Anholt Offshore Wind Farm, which will be Denmark’s largest. is scheduled for completion in 2012. The submarine cable is to connect to the grid north of Grenaa Harbour, and type testing is scheduled for the end of 2010. The company also reported that it has been selected by Greece’s Public Power Cooperation in Greece to design, manufacture and install a 400 kV underground cable system for a transmission line north of Athens. The project, it said, will be carried out with a local partner and consists of a 12 km long double circuit that will require 72 km of insulated 400 kV cables, the relevant terminations and joints. The engineering, cable laying as well as civil works and the site acceptance testing are part of the contract, which is valued at about US$45 million, it said.

Nexans reports Swiss, Chinese projects Nexans reported that it has won two contracts, one to supply cable for a new hydropower plant in Switzerland and the other for cable components for a large airport in China. The Swiss contract, a press release said, calls for Nexans to supply and install about 30 km of Extra High Voltage (EHV) cables for the new Kraftwerke Linth-Limmern pumped-storage hydropower plant currently under construction in eastern Switzerland. The deal, valued at about US$19 million, will include six 380 kV XLPE-insulated underground cables, each about five km in length, which corresponds to the length of the underground access tunnel in which they will be installed, it said. Laid in parallel to connect the new plant to the EHV power transmission grid, these cables will comprise copper core conductors with a cross-section of 1,600 sq mm, it said. Per wire reports, the hydropower station will be installed in an underground cavern in the Linthal valley. The facility will

be used to pump water from the lower reservoir (the Limmernsee) in the valley to the upper reservoir (the Muttsee), some 600 m above the station. During peak demand, water will be released from the upper reservoir to generate power. The company also reported in a separate press release that it has won a major contract to supply high voltage (HV) cable accessories to the Xi’an XianYang International Airport in China for the airport’s second-phase development, which represents a significant upgrade. The contract, the release said, calls for Nexans to supply 96 units of Euromold accessories installed in the airport’s central power transformer substation. The accessories, rated at 64/110 (123) kV, are designed for use with XLPE power cables with cross-sections of 240 or 400 sq mm, it said. They comprise two main types: joints for jointing two cables together and terminations (sealing end) for connecting cables to other power equipment, such as transformers. “This is an important contract that further reinforces our position as a key supplier of complete cable solutions for Asia’s current boom in airport development projects,” said Paolo Pieri, Nexans Executive Business Developer, Airport Project. “It is also a perfect illustration of the broad scope of the (products) Nexans offers for the airport market that cover virtually every need, from data cables, through building cables and airfield lighting cables, to the high voltage power infrastructure.” The airport, located on the outskirts of Xi’an city, in the Shaanxi Province, was described as the largest airport serving northwest China. The expansion is designed to increase its capacity to 11 million passengers per year.

KEI Industries reports plans to open plants in Africa and West Asia India’s KEI Industries, a manufacturer of electrical cables, plans to set up low- and medium-voltage cables manufacturing plants in Africa and the West Asia to tap those growing markets where the company has already been distributing cables. The Cable Directory reports that KEI Chairman Anil Gupta discussed the potential for those markets. “Africa is a virgin market while there is enough potential in the West Asia due to its mounting oil and gas exploration,” he was quoted as saying. No time frame was given for the opening of the facilities, but the article said that the costs for setting up a low/medium-voltage cables manufacturing plant could reach about $20 million to US$25 million, and could take 15-18 months. The project would not have equity partners, Gupta said in the article, which noted that KEI gets 15% of its revenue from Africa and West Asia.

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month period in 2009, following the issuance of an antidumping order, steel wire hangers imported from Taiwan skyrocketed to 144,718,079 , a 93,874% increase. Market intelligence confirms there is no meaningful production of steel wire hangers in Taiwan. Other such transshipments also have occurred involving Vietnam, Korea, Hong Kong,

U.S. wire manufacturers claim antidumping orders being evaded A coalition of U.S. manufacturers claims that certain companies subject to antidumping orders are blatantly circumventing those measures, resulting in job losses and at least $84 million due the U.S. Treasury. A press release outlining the position of the Coalition for Enforcement of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders claims that more than 275 jobs have been lost in the innerspring and hanger industries alone, with additional jobs threatened by these ongoing schemes to avoid antidumping duties. It said that information has been sent to Members of Congress, the U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. These U.S. industries have developed compelling evidence detailing how certain foreign manufacturers are evading duties, the release said, citing the following details. In some cases, they are shipping these products to the U.S. via third countries and then falsely designating it as the country of origin to evade the duties, a practice termed “transshipment.” In other cases, an inconsequential modification is made to the product in third countries to avoid the duties. In yet other situations, false labels displaying a different country of origin are placed on shipments of products actually made in China. There is growing evidence that these evasion schemes are being used in other industries, further threatening jobs and the U.S. economy. The release cited three examples of the actions: • Uncovered innersprings. Throughout the first half of 2008, virtually all innersprings imported to the United States listed China as the country of origin and almost none came from Taiwan, Malaysia or Hong Kong. However, while the antidumping case proceeded before the International Trade Commission, that situation flip-flopped. Now, almost no innersprings are labeled as originating in China while imports from Taiwan, Malaysia and Hong Kong have surged, despite the lack of manufacturing facilities to handle the increase in those other countries. In one case, the company allegedly manufacturing the units in Taiwan only has three employees in its 80-sq-m offices, clearly not sufficient for its claimed manufacturing output. These unpaid duties are estimated to be $40 million; nearly 60 U.S. jobs have been eliminated or forgone in this industry due to the continued violation of existing antidumping duty orders. • Steel hangers. During the six months from January to June 2008, 153,998 steel wire hangers were imported to the United States from Taiwan. However, during the same six-

Steel hangers are among the foreign wire products that some U.S. manufacturers claim are being surreptitiously sent here to avoid antidumping orders. Canada, and Mexico. Such practices have resulted in the evasion of more than $12 million in duties and have cost the domestic industry 220 jobs. • Steel nails. Evidence showed that a company in China created two different sets of box labeling: one for “Made in China” and one for “Made in Taiwan.” In 2007, nearly 80% of that company’s product was exported to the United States. By 2009, virtually all of the production was being marked as “Made in Taiwan” even though the nails were still being made in China. Due to these and other schemes, an estimated $32 million in duties on steel nails have not been collected. Coalition members producing steel wire products (steel nails, uncovered innerspring units, steel wire garment hangers and carbon steel threaded rod) had spent nearly two years in proceedings before the International Trade Commission and the Department of Commerce to establish that foreign companies were selling these products in the U.S. at less than fair value, and Commerce ultimately issued antidumping duty orders that levied import duties on these items, in some cases up to 234%, as a way to remedy the injury caused by dumped imports, the release said. “These schemes are blatant and purposeful,” said Mid Continent President David Libla, a coalition member. “Not only are they clear evidence of attempts to maintain an unfair advantage in the marketplace, they’re also costing taxpayers millions of dollars and reducing job opportunities in this country.” The coalition is seeking a strong response to the evasion schemes. Its members include: M&B Metal Products (Leeds, Alabama); Vulcan Threaded Products

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The news follows a recent announcement by KEI that it has entered into a technical collaboration with Swiss-based Kables AG that will enable it to make extra-high-voltage (EHV) cables with capacity of up to 220 kv in India. The company wants to win more of the EHV cable business segment in India, and plans to start production of such cables at its Chopanki plant in Rajasthan by the end of this August, it said.

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(Pelham, Alabama); Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (Carthage, Missouri); Mid Continent Nail (Poplar Bluff, Missouri); American Spring Wire Company (Bedford Heights, Ohio); and Insteel Industries (Mt. Airy, North Carolina).

2 Chinese companies report successful start-ups of Danieli rod rolling mills Two companies that are part of Changshu Jiangsu China— Changcheng Special Steels Co. Ltd. and Chenghdu Iron & Steels—have both reported successful startups of advanced wire rod rolling technology from Italy’s Danieli. Changcheng Special Steels now has a special steel wire rod mill for producing engineering and stainless steel grades, with annual capacity to 450,000 metric tons, Steel Guru reported. The new outlet is equipped with Danieli’s fourpass, Twin Module Block (TMB) high-speed finishing block, which is designed to produce 5.5 mm to 20 mm diameter wire rod at rolling speeds of up to 95 mps into 2.0 metric ton coils, with very strict end-product size tolerances. The TMB, it said, “is the ultimate Danieli technological step in achieving ultra-high finishing speeds in wire rod production with higher plant efficiency, better material yield, stricter product tolerances and lower production costs.” The second plant, Chenghdu Iron & Steels, has annual

capacity of 500,000 metric tons of carbon, welding, CHQ, and spring steel qualities wire rod, the report said. The mill has a four-pass TMB high-speed finishing block, designed to produce 5 mm to 22 mm diameter wire rod, at rolling speeds of up to 100 mps into 2.3 metric ton coils, with very strict end product size tolerances. Both the new wire rod mills are also equipped with the latest generation Danieli DSC water cooling system and the oil film bearing type loop layer with associated auxiliaries, the report said. At its website, Danieli notes that it ranks among the three largest suppliers of plants and equipment to the metals industry.

Shanghai Fine Machinery merges with Shanghai Nanyang Electrical Company Shanghai Nanyang Fine Machinery Company has merged with Shanghai Nanyang Electrical Equipment Company and will operate under its name at the latter’s manufacturing site in Liuzao Town, Shanghai. A press release said that Shanghai Fine President Lee Wu is the deputy general manager and Shanghai Fine VicePresident Xiao Ji is now deputy chief engineer. Lee also continues to be president of Fine International Corporation, which now provides the sales and service contact within all

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Southwire Company reports that it has completed the acquisition of the assets and brands of American Insulated Wire Company from Leviton, including two manufacturing plants in Georgia and Kansas. The acquisition, a press release said, allows Southwire, a leading low-cost provider, to offer the industry’s broadest product mix from a single manufacturer. It also strengthens the company’s capabilities in serving the commercial, industrial, OEM and renewable energy markets while enabling Southwire’s customers and channel partners to lower transaction costs, reduce inventories and offer new services, it said.

Niehoff to represent Buhler Germany’s Niehoff GmbH announced that it has assumed representation of nonferrous technology from Bühler-WürzKaltwalztechnik GmbH in all countries outside the European Union. The Bühler product range includes wire reduction mills, flat and profile wire mills, strip rolling mills, complete production lines and accessories for the cold rolling of nonferrous metals as well as for steel alloys, a press release said. It added that Niehoff will also represent Bühler for “the ferrous products area” in South America and India. The release noted that Niehoff and Bühler have cooperated for many years, and that along with industry annealing specialist, Dr. Rainer Menge, they created the NBM joint venture company that specializes in the development and construction of induction annealers. NBM is now a subsidiary of

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Industrial Steel and Wire relocates its warehouse Industrial Steel and Wire (ISW) announced that it is relocating the company’s facility in City of Industry, California, to a new 32,000 sq ft warehouse in Santa Fe Springs, California. The move was scheduled to have been completed in March, a press release said. The warehouse will ensure a more efficient material flow and will house slitting machinery, wire straightening equipment as well as a more modern and expanded wire racking system for even faster ex-stock wire deliveries, it said.

Koch buys share in WWM Germany’s Ernst Koch GmbH Co. KG announced that it has acquired a 49% share in Italy’s Welding Wire Machineries Srl, an industry supplier located in Padova. A press release said that WWM is one of the largest global suppliers of modern technology used in the manufacturing of welding wires, employing some 125 people. It noted that Koch has done many joint projects with the company and that the investment in the company “is a huge step forward,” and is likely to result “in even better cooperation in terms of the development of new welding wire machines and equipment as well as in obtaining additional know-how in the production of welding electrodes and flux cored welding wire.” Koch Executive Director Jochen Koch, said that WMM could also partner with his long-established company when it comes to equipment that complements drawing machines. “Working with WWM also allows us to enter the Italian market directly. This will facilitate both the distribution of our own machines and the commercialization of our joint projects while we will also benefit from the possibility to purchase additional components and equipment.”

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Fushi subsidiary to buy Chinese cable company Fushi Copperweld, Inc., announced that its subsidiary, Fushi International (Dalian) Bimetallic Cable Co., Ltd. has agreed to buy Dalian Jinchuan Electric Cable Co., Ltd., for approximately $10.2 million. Dalian Jinchuan, a leading Northeastern Chinese manufacturer of low- and medium-voltage power cables using copper, aluminum and copper-clad center conductors, reported 2008 revenues of approximately $18 million, a press release said. The acquisition “would mark the company’s strategic expansion into the power cable industry, as well as the execution of its strategy of expanding its downstream processing capabilities through vertical integration,” it said, noting that it would help expansion to that region, bolstered by “Dalian Jinchuan’s broad sales network, existing customer relationships, research and development program, manufacturing equipment and facilities in Dalian, and the experience and relationships of its management team.” Fushi expects the transaction to be finalized during the course of the first quarter 2010 and the consummation of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, the press release said.

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China tops Germany as world’s largest exporter A combination of strong Chinese exports and a drop by German exports enabled the world’s most populous country to take over the top spot as the largest world’s largest exporter, with China reporting that its total exports for 2009 were approximately US$1.2 trillion. Government data showed that German exports in 2009 fell by nearly 20% from 2008, wire services reported. They noted that German exported goods and services worth nearly $1.1 trillion in 2009, were down 18.4 percent from 2008. The good news for Germany is that the figures for December 2009 were up from December 2008. ■

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PEOPLE Ike Baya has joined Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc., in the newly created position of sales and marketing specialist, Mid-West Region. He has 33 years of experience selling wire and cold drawn bar. By year’s end, as Worth Steel expands into the cold drawn bar business, he will play an intricate part in that sector, too. Based in Alsip, Illinois, USA, Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc., distributes a range of lowcarbon wire.

degree in finance from San José State University in California. Based on Osceola, Wisconsin, USA, Northwire, Inc., designs and manufactures technical and retractile cables for diverse applications.

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Oscar Audelo has joined Northwire, Inc., as a regional sales director, a new position. He will be based in California, and serve customers in the Western U.S. region, Mexico, Puerto Rico and South America. He has 15-plus years of experience in sales management in the interconnect industry and is versed in SixSigma. He previously served as regional manager for Delphi Connection Systems and before that as a western regional sales manager with Amphenol Alden Products Company. He holds a B.S.

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Germany’s Lenze SE reported that Chuck Edwards has been named president of Lenze Americas, which includes Lenze–AC Tech. He has more than 30 years of industrial automation and executive experience, with past employers including Molex Inc. and Rockwell Chuck Edwards Automation. He holds a B.S. degree in electrical and computer engineering and an M.S. degree in engineering management. The company also announced the promotion of Eric Klein to director of sales for Lenze–AC Tech products in North, Eric Klein

Belden Inc. has named Christoph Gusenleitner as executive vice president of operations and global connectivity for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He most recently worked for Germany’s Bain & Company, and prior to that held key management positions with Danaher and KaVo Dental GmbH. He was responsible for leading three global business units and 18 sales offices and regions in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He holds a degree in electrical engineering as well as an M.S. degree in industrial administration from Carnegie Mellon University. He will be based in Germany. The company also named Dhrupad Trivedi as president of its Trapeze Networks business. He was previously at JDS Uniphase Corp., where he was responsible for mergers and acquisitions and other strategic corporate initiatives. He will be based in California, the headquarters for Trapeze, which specializes in enterprise wireless LAN equipment and management software. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, Belden supplies a wide range of signal transmission solutions. ■

OBITUARIES AlphaGary Corporation, Leominster, Massachusetts, USA, reports that John “Jack” Gallant, a longtime employee, died at his home at age 77 after a brief illness. He was a pioneer and well-known expert in PVC and thermoplastic manufacturing with over 50 years experience, in such positions as line supervisor, R&D manager and vice president of manufacturing. He worked nearly full-time as director of color management at AlphaGary until his death. He had previously worked with Blaine Chemical, Great American John “Jack” Chemical, Abbott Industries and Lynn Gallant Plastics. He is survived by his wife, Betty. The National Fasteners Dealers Association (NFDA) reports that Don Broehm, Gahanna, Ohio, USA, a longtime key figure at Mid-State Bolt & But Company who retired from there in 1996, died on January 12 at age 50. Broehm, who had been part of the family business for 50 years, served as president/CEO for more than 20 years. He also served as president of NFDA in 1976-1977, and was inducted into the Fastener Hall of Fame. He is survived by his wife, Vivian Broehm; sons David and Dale; and four grandchildren.

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FIBER WATCH Italy’s Prysmian reports topping 150,000 km of installed OPGW Italy’s Prysmian Cables & Systems announced that with its most recently completed project, the company has topped 150,000 km of installed Optical Ground Wire (OPGW). The milestone was reached with a project for one of the main power utilities in Eastern Europe, with the cable manufactured at Prysmian’s main facility at Vilanova, near Barcelona together with the production unit in Soracaba, Brazil, a press release said. The optical fibers within the cable were produced by Prysmian’s facility in Battipaglia, Italy, it noted.

Prysmian began supplying OPGW in 1984, and its aluminum tube technology design has continued to demonstrate superior performance and long term reliability in a wide range of environments in five continents around the world, the release said. It added that Prysmian’s additional OPGW production facilities in Wuxi, China, has helped Prysmian maintain a leading position in the world market for OPGW. The release said that OPGW cable is an integral part of an overhead electricity network as it performs both the primary function of a conventional earth conductor as well as a state-of-the-art communications link. “This is an important achievement for us and confirms the commitment shown by our customers in our OPGW system over the last quarter of a century,” said Raul Gil, who heads Prysmian’s global OPGW business. “We have now installed our system in more than 80 countries around the world and we are delighted to reach this significant point in the product’s history.” In related fiber optic news, Prysmian Telecom Cables and Systems announced that it has made its first deployment of its Sirocco®, blown optical fiber system in Italy. The installation has been carried out at the ELETTRA research facility in Basovizza near Trieste, it said. The Sirocco system consists of small units or bundles of optical fibers that are deployed into a network of pre-installed tubes by means of compressed air. This methodology, it said, removes mechanical stress and ensures long-term integrity of the fiber links. It noted that the system also allows additional fibers to be installed on demand into the tube network without long interruptions to the on-going scientific work of the facility.

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The release said that with deployment of the Sirocco technology in Italy, it has now been installed in more than 20 countries around the world, with more than 1 million km of fiber deployed to date.

African company expects big returns from investment in fiber network Malawi Telecommunications Limited (MTL) reports that it has invested about US$50 million in a fiber optic cable network project that is designed to provide bandwidth of 10 MB per second, greatly boosting the country’s telecommunications ability. Per Wikipedia, the Republic of Malawi is a landlocked country in southeast Africa that was formerly known as Nyasaland. It is bordered by Zambia to the northwest, Tanzania to the northeast, and Mozambique on the east, south and west. Its size is over 118,000 sq km, and it has an estimated population of just under 14 million. Its current transmission of data and voice depends on old microwave links, many 20 years old, that cannot accommodate the traffic generated by the ever-expanding MTL customer base which includes major usage by cell phone networks, a press release said. Malawi President Bingu wa Mutharika, who was present at the official launch of the new network, said that it was important to upgrade telecommunications to make video conferencing, e-banking, e-government, e-education and faster access to internet more feasible. “The problem is that we rely on secondhand machinery and expertise leading to second class services. The public deserves better services. I am even afraid to call my fellow presidents using cell phones as the line gets cut before I even say hello,” he was quoted as saying in a live broadcast on state-run Television Malawi (TvM). The project, which calls for a high-capacity digital backbone ring network using latest telecommunications technology over optic fiber cables, will be laid into deep trenches for almost the length of Malawi, the release said. MTL CEO Peter Zimmer said the first ring linking Blantyre and Lilongwe via Balaka, Zomba, Salima and Dedza and back would be operational by next month while the one extending to Mzuzu via Kasungu and Mzimba would be ready early next year. Zimmer said the Blantyre – Lilongwe link has a bandwidth capacity of 10 Gbps while the northern ring Lilongwe to Mzuzu via Kasungu and Mzimba continuing to Dwangwa & Salima and back to Lilongwe has 2.5 Gbps. Speaking at a function, MTL CCO Elias Imaan described the fiber network as a landmark, saying that it will bring Malawi to the same levels as the western world. ■

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FASTENER UPDATE Mack Brooks buys Fastener Fairs Ltd. U.S.-based Mack Brooks Exhibition Group announced that it has acquired Fastener Fairs Limited, a U.K. company that puts on a series of Fastener Fair events. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, includes the events as well as Fastener + Fixing Magazine. “The highly targeted international trade show Fastener Fair fits in perfectly with the Mack Brooks portfolio of industrial trade exhibitions,” said Mack Brooks Chairman and CEO Stephen Brooks. “We see significant potential to

tional technology events, from sheet metal to airport equipment, as well as publications. At one point it put on a wire event and had published a magazine, Wire Industry, dedicated to the wire and cable industry, which ceased publication.

IFMSA is named North American sales agent for Chinese trade show The International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers Association (IFMSA) announced that it has been named the North American sales agent for the 11th China International Fasteners, Spring & Equipment Exhibition, which will be held June 23-26, 2010 at the China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex in Guangzhou, China. “This represents a prime opportunity for our members and other industry suppliers to meet with Chinese fastener manufacturers, who are actively seeking the latest advances in machinery, tooling and accessories for producing high-quality and specialty fasteners and precision formed parts to meet the increasingly sophisticated in-country and regional demands across a broad spectrum of industries and applications,” IFMSA Executive Director Ray Zirkle said in a press release. In it, the fastener show was described as one of 10 related industrial events that will run concurrently. The organizer, Julang Exhibition Company Ltd., also based in Guangzhou, expects 200,000 buyers from more than 30 countries to attend the events which have the promotional

Jerry Ramsdale, shown here at Fastener Fair Stuttgart 2009, has sold Fastener Fairs Limited. take forward the Fastener Fair brand as the leading event in the fastener and fixing sector.” He added in his announcement that Jerry Ramsdale, the founder and managing director of Fastener Fair since its inception in 1995, will continue to serve in an advisory capacity. Fastener Fair, which takes place in Stuttgart, Germany, is Europe’s largest trade exhibition for fastener technology, with 625 exhibitors and some 6,000 visitors, a record, at the October 2009 exhibition, a press release said. It noted that a satellite event of the show, targeted to the Hungarian fastener and fixing market, will be held in Budapest this September 2010. It added that Fastener + Fixing Magazine, published every two months, is read by more than 30,000 fastener professionals worldwide. In the release, Ramsdale said, “There is no easy time to part with something that has been central to your life for so many years. However, it was clear that the exceptional growth of both the Fastener Fair and Fastener + Fixing Magazine had taken the existing business close to its limits. Now, with the experience and resources of a much larger exhibition organiser it is guaranteed that Fastener Fair will be further developed as the world’s leading fastener industry event.” Mack Brooks Exhibitions organizes a range of interna-

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Attendees at the 10th China International Fasteners, Spring & Equipment Exhibition event in Guangzhou, China. support of more than 200 media outlets, it said. IFMSA notes that, working with the event organizer, it has arranged an all-inclusive, turn-key booth package that will make it possible for exhibitors to conduct business immediately upon their arrival. The self-contained booths are 9 sq meters, about 100 sq ft. IFMSA has teamed up with an experienced agency that specializes in travel and hotel arrangements for international exhibitions to help attendees, including a post-event tour package, it said. For more details, contact Ray Zirkle or Doug Zirkle at tel. 203-794-0444, answers@ifmsainfo.com, www.ifmsainfo.com. ■

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Conference Programming Committee: focus should be on practical content In separate meetings, members of the 2011 Conference Programming Committee for Interwire discussed the technical programs for ferrous and nonferrous subjects. More meetings will be held during 2010 as the members hone in on the specifics of the technical programs, but the first meetings reflected the belief of members that the educational content should be practical in nature. The WAI has always had manufacturing representatives on its Conference Programming Committee, but this year’s committee is composed entirely of wire and cable manufacturing veterans. Their mission is to help develop the educational program for Interwire 2011, which will be held May 3-5 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The scope of their task includes determining the technical paper tracks as well as operational presentations and specific themes for each day. “I have been impressed by the willingness of these very busy individuals to participate in the development of the

2011 Interwire educational program,” said WAI Executive Director Steve Fetteroll. “In speaking with each member prior to the kick-off meeting, it was apparent that they saw the value in the Interwire event and wanted to support a project that advances the entire industry. The first meetings provided the necessary foundation for development of a high-value program for today’s industry.” Ferrous committee members are from: American Spring Wire; N.V. Bekaert S.A.; DeAcero; Gerdau Ameristeel; Insteel Wire Products Company; Leggett & Platt; MidSouth Wire; National-Standard; Oklahoma Steel & Wire; Sivaco Wire Group; Sumiden Wire Products Corporation; and WireCo WorldGroup. Electrical/nonferrous members are from: Champlain Cable Corporation; Coleman Cable Inc.; CommScope; Condumex; Encore Wire; General Cable Corporation; Horizon Wire & Cable; Leoni Wire, Inc. (USA); Owl Wire; Prysmian Power Cables; Rea Magnet Wire; Southwire Company; and Viakable. More details will be presented in future issues. ■

WAI Q&A This occasional section will discuss a topic of general interest involving WAI. This one is by WAI Director of Education Marc Murray. Q: I have expertise I want to share with the industry for educational purposes. What’s the best way to do that? Murray: Thanks for your interest. We have a number of good options. Which one is best suited for you is a matter of what you’re comfortable with and what’s available at a given time. Below is a thumbnail sketch of our top choices. Some are programs associated with one of our major conferences, while others are separate. Conference-based • Technical Papers. Write a scientific paper on R&D, technology, or quality issues, and deliver a 20-to-25-minute oral presentation on your topic. Your paper will be rated for possible publication in Wire Journal International and consideration for one of our annual paper awards. • Operational Presentations. Deliver a 20-to-25-minute oral presentation on a practical topic, sharing experiences from your day-to-day operations. • Production Solutions Demos. Give a 30-minute hands-on,

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how-to demonstration on the exhibit floor showing how to get the most out of certain products and processes. Standalone • Webinars. Present a live, Webbased seminar from your own location. Lasting about 30 to 45 minutes, webinars enable you to WAI Dir. of Education deliver audio and visual material Marc Murray. that will also be recorded and archived for future viewing in our webinar library. • Workshops. Present an in-person workshop on location in a classroom setting. You can be a solo instructor or part of a group in a one- or two-day format. Other options These include teaching a course; joining our online forums; joining a committee; hosting a tour; and, of course, whatever ideas you may have that we haven’t thought of yet. If you’re interested in sharing your knowledge, contact me at mmurray@wirenet.org and we’ll see what’s a good fit.

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CHAPTER CORNER Observed 2010 President Mike Mathiasen, “We are more than a golf outing.” He paused, then added, “but we will have one,” a comment that drew laughs as he and especially his brother, Mark, are known for their golfing interest. On a more serious note, he added that the chapter is planning to put on an educational event in the fall. Mathiasen also thanked event Chair John Rivers and the sponsors that helped make the event possible. New England Chapter leaders for 2010, including at far left the new president, Those included: Gold Sponsors: Mike Mathiasen. Delaware Marketing Services, Gem Gravure Co., NEPTCO and T & T Marketing Inc.; Silver Sponsors: Record attendance set at New Carris Reels, Guill Tool & Engineering, Lloyd & England Chapter annual meeting Bouvier, Quirk Wire, Specialty Cable and Wire & Plastic Machinery; and Bronze Sponsors: Beta LaserMike, The New England Chapter tallied record attendance at Breen Color Concentrates, Chromatics, Fluoropolymer its annual meeting at the Mohegan Sun Conference Center Resources, James Monroe Wire & Cable, Mathiasen in Uncasville, Connecticut, USA. A total of 136 attendees Machinery, Mossberg Associates, O’Tech Co., Q-S were on hand to see the new officers, listen to keynote Technologies, Sark Wire and W. Gillies Technologies LLC. speaker Alden B. Davis, and network. The chapter also introduced its 2010 Board of Directors, The meeting saw the introduction of the new officers which include: Rick Amaral, Amaral Automation for 2010, which include Mike Mathiasen, president, Associates; Kevin Buchanan, Fluoropolymer Resources; Mathiasen Machinery; Marie Geary, vice president, David Fisher, James Monroe Wire & Cable; Brian Holden, Geary Procurement Consulting Services; Denise Coyle, Carris Reels; Rene Mayer, Mossberg Associates; Mike secretary, Chromatics; and John Rivers, treasurer, Delaware Marketing Services. Joe Snee, Amaral Automation Associates, is the immediate past president. Prior to the officer introductions, the chapter heard Davis, who advised the audience to “refuse to participate in a recession.” The industry is in a down period and the good old days are not coming back, he declared. The question, he said, is how one approaches the new reality. “Truly, a new world requires new thinking,” he said. During his presentation, he encouraged looking for new opportunities, as business will continue, and those that are smartest at approaching it will find ways to succeed. He recommended collective approaches where companies can band together to attain greater buying power and even collaborating with competitors. “It is time to get running, not alone but as a group,” he said. Speaker Alden B. Davis encouraged the audience to be Speaking later, 2009 chapter President Joe Snee observed proactive in coming up with ways to succeed in a down that 2009 indeed had not been an easy time for many commarket. panies. At times like these, he said, the chapter has even McKee, Lloyd & Bouvier; John Rivers, Delaware more value because its collective members represent practiMarketing Services; Kyle Senk, Accel International; cal resources and an incredible networking forum. Still, Roy St. Andre, EIS Wire & Cable; Bob Srubas, Times the chapter was able to increase its student scholarships Microwave Systems; Ken Strandberg, T&T Marketing; in 2009, and hopefully the momentum is there for more and David Thibodeau, Quirk Wire. activity in 2010, he said.

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Three Wire Association International chapters, under the auspices of The Wire Foundation, are seeking applications from the children of chapter members in good standing for their 2010 Scholarship awards. The New England, Midwest and Southeast Chapters sent letters in mid-February to their respective members inviting applications. Submissions are to be postmarked no later than Thursday, March 25, 2010, for consideration. The chapter scholarship program got its start in the New England Chapter in 2006, and for the Midwest and Southeast chapters in 2008. The Wire Foundation assumed administration of the scholarship funds in 2008, and donations made to support the chapter scholarship funds are tax deductible. For both the New England and Midwest chapter scholarships, eligible candidates for the awards must be graduating high school seniors who will be continuing their education in college. The Southeast Chapter scholarship also allows continuing college students to apply. Each chapter’s scholarship committee will review the applications and

recommend award recipients to The Wire Foundation board for its review and vote. “These scholarship programs are a tangible way in which the chapters can provide a return to their members, while investing in the next generation,” said WAI Director of Membership Chip Marsh. “The chapters donate the proceeds of their golf tournaments and other activities to build scholarship funds to ensure that the programs continue to grow.” Non-members of WAI who have students who would be eligible to apply for the scholarships are encouraged to join WAI and their respective chapter. First year chapter dues are free for new members.“Each of the chapters has added new members thanks to their scholarship program,” said Marsh. “The $95 investment is certainly worth the opportunity for their children to win one of these $1,000 awards, and they get the full benefit of WAI membership as well.” For more details and an application, go to www.wirenet.org and click on “Members” then “Chapters” and then on the individual chapter home pages, or contact WAI’s Chip Marsh at cmarsh@wirenet.org or call him at tel. 203-453-1748. ■

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WIRE EXPO 2010

INTRODUCTION

This May, colocated with two other industry events, Wire Expo will make its first visit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Milwaukee: the industry gathering place in May Wire Expo 2010 and WAI’s 80th Annual Convention will have plenty of company when they are held this May in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as two other industry events will be held that week in the city, collectively offering more reasons for attendees to come. WAI will colocate May 12-13 with the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo at the Midwest Airlines Center, while the American Wire Producers Association (AWPA) will host its annual meeting at the nearby Pfister Hotel, a short distance from the center, on May 9-10, as well as put on a new event there, a Long Products Supply Chain Symposium, on May 11. Information on those events starts on p. 60 and p. 64, respectively.

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Better yet, to make it easier for attendees to come, Wire Expo has been condensed to two days (May 12-13) and registration is free to pre-registrants. Attendees will be able to also see the exhibits at the electrical wire processing show and vice-versa, offering more value to everyone. The WAI’s traveling road show, held in the evennumbered years, will also see the WAI reception being held on the show floor on Wednesday, May 12, making it easier than ever for attendees to network. The general program on p. 56 lists the collective events that will be available. What has not been changed for WAI is the focus of its technical program, which as of press time included 28 papers (ferrous, nonferrous, electrical and general), as well as the return of the

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Table of Contents WAI events Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Conference Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 General Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 New & Noteworthy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 5K Industry Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 City of Milwaukee/Milwaukee Restaurants. . . . . 70-71 Plant Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Awards Ceremony/Technical Paper Winners . . . . . . 74 Education Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 WAI Life/25 Year Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Fundamentals/WCTS at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Fundamentals of Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Above, WAI’s Annual Convention at Wire Expo 2008. Below, five award-winning technical authors.

Wire & Cable Technical Symposium (WCTS) . . . . 82 Mordica/Donnellan Award Winners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Opening Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Production Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Floor Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Alphabetical/Numerical List of Exhibitors . . . . . . . . 95 Preview of Exhibits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Exhibitors’ Product Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Other events National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 American Wire Producers Association/ Long Products Supply Chain Symposium . . . . . . . 64

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Fundamentals of Manufacturing program. Another popular program, Production Solutions, will be presented on the show floor on Wednesday and Thursday, May 12 and 13. There’s plenty of other tech to be had. Professor Javier Gil Sevillano, WAI’s 2010 Mordica Memorial Award winner, will present his Mordica Lecture, on Wednesday, May 12, from 1 pm to 1:30 pm. Henkel Surface Technologies will put on a twohour Phosphating 101 class on Wednesday, May 12, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. And Jennifer Rodgers, manager, technical committee operations, ASTM International, will make a presentation on Global Standards on Thursday, May 13, at 9 am. Two plant tours will be open to Wire Expo attendees: Charter Steel’s Saukville facility, Tuesday, May 11, from 1-5 pm; and Rockwell Automation’s Milwaukee plant, also on Tuesday, from 1-4 pm. And even those not fleet of foot are most welcome to take part in WAI’s 5th Annual 5K Road Race on Tuesday, May 11, at 6:30 pm. A lot of activity is scheduled for two days, but attendees should find plenty of interest on the show floor, where more than 170 exhibiting companies will showcase new products and an assortment of services. Make new WAI contacts and mingle with colleagues from the other events, and take some time to explore the city itself. All the ingredients are there for a memorable and worthwhile experience.

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WELCOME A supplier and a manufacturer agree: Milwaukee is the place to be this May You may be asking the simple question: What sets this Wire Expo apart from other trade shows I have participated in? This year there is a clear difference. By colocating with the Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo in conjunction with the Long Products Supply Chain Symposium a unique opportunity exists for companies to participate. Wire and cable manufacturers have a unique opportunity to bring both sales and manufacturing personnel to the same event. Sales personnel have opportunities to meet with wire & cable processors, Mark Spencer distributors & end users. Manufacturing personnel have the opportunity to meet with suppliers to view the latest in equipment, processing and procurement. Exhibitors benefit directly from this colocated event by the added exposure to new markets and the potential for the increased attendance that the venue provides. Educational opportunities are also available through the fundamental courses, technical programs and production theme sessions. When combined with networking opportunities you have all of the components in place for a successful trade show event. We look forward to your participation at Wire Expo and the opportunities that it can present to your company. Mark Spencer, Vice President W. Gillies Technologies, LLC

WAI Board of Directors Louis Arcuri, Pinnacle Metals Dane G. Armendariz, Henkel Corporation Antonio Ayala, JJ Lowe Associates Neville Crabbe, Leoni Wire Jaime M. Fuente, Condusal SA de CV Erik A. Macs, Fine International Thomas Maxwell, Jr., Die Quip Malcolm Michael, Australasian Wire Industry Association Richard R. Miller, Southwire Nicholas Nickoletopoulos, Sivaco Wire Group Ralph Noonan, Etna Products Donnie Norton, Phifer Wire Dominique Perroud, SAMP USA Mahesh Poddar, Miki Wire Works

From a manufacturing perspective, we should feel very fortunate in these times to have such a wide array of industry events in which to participate. Whether the event is a technical seminar or symposium, or an equipment exhibition or combination thereof, each of these can offer benefits towards achieving a company’s objectives. Wire Expo 2010 in Milwaukee gives us an opportunity to meet key suppliers and industry colleagues alike in a closed venue free of distractions. The environment enables the ability to gather and compare information in a concise and efficient way on new and ongoing projects. This ensures that we can stay on target to meet our production and growth demands.

José Ranc, CNA Technology William F. Reichert, Champlain Cable Donald Schollin, Q-S Technologies Gary L. Spence, Encore Wire Jose Ranc

José Ranc, Chief Executive Officer, CNA Technology, LLC

Mark Spencer, W. Gillies Technologies Andrew J. Stromer, Unitek/Howar Equipment Raj Kumar Tyagi, Assomac Machines Bhaskar Yalamanchili, Gerdau Ameristeel

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PROGRAMMING COMMITTEE Conference Programming Committee Co-Chairman Masoud Garshasb, Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. Co-Chairman Nick Nickoletopoulos, Sivaco Wire Group Eduardo Anaya, Indepa SC John Dabbelt, Fort Wayne Wire Die Inc. Carolyn Edwards, Zumbach Electronics Corp. Ethem Erdas, Beta LaserMike Ron Garceau, Paramount Die Co. Bob Glodowski, Stratcor Tracy Gooding, Mar-Mac Wire Inc. Karen Hamilton, Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. Tom Horn, Filtertech Inc. Dan Howard, Blachford Corp. Giuseppe Marcantoni, Properzi International Inc. Tom Maxwell, Jr., Die Quip Corp.

Don Schollin, Q-S Technologies Inc. Doug Sedgwick, Gauder Group Inc. Mark Spencer, W. Gillies Technologies Inc. Tom Tyl, Tire Wire Technology LLC Boudewijn “Bo” Vandromme, BWC Technologies Ltd. Briggs Whitefield, Bekaert Corp. Danny Yates, Bekaert Corp. Executive Committee Liaison, Dominique Perroud, SAMP USA Inc. Staff Liaison, Marc Murray, Wire Association International

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GENERAL PROGRAM Combined Schedule of Events Midwest Airlines Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Sunday-Monday, May 9-10, 2010 AWPA Registration | Annual Meeting (see p. 65)

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Monday, May 10, 2010 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Chain Symposium 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

AWPA Long Products Supply AWPA Reception

Tuesday, May 11, 2010 IPC/WHMARecertification Course A-62D (EWP) 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Wire Expo Registration 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wire Expo Fundamentals Course 8:30 am - Noon AWPA Symposium Noon - 1:00 pm AWPA Symposium Lunch 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm AWPA Symposium 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Wire Expo Tour – Charter Steel 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Wire Expo Tour – Rockwell Automation 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm AWPA Symposium Reception 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wire Expo Annual 5K Road Race

Wednesday, May 12, 2010 IPC/WHMA Recertification Course A-62D(EWP) 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Wire Expo | Electrical Wire Processing Registration 8:00 am - 9:30 am Wire Expo Awards Breakfast 8:30 am - 9:30 am Electrical Wire Processing Seminar 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Electrical Wire Processing Exhibits 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Wire Expo Exhibits 10:30 am - 4:00 pm Wire Expo Tech Program 10:30 am - 1:30 am Electrical Wire Processing Seminars

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Wire Expo | WAI Mordica Lecture Wire Expo Production Solutions Wire Expo | Electrical Wire Processing Reception

Thursday, May 13, 2010 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Electrical Wire Processing Registration 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Wire Expo Registration 8:30 am - 9:30 am Electrical Wire Processing Seminar 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Wire Expo | Electrical Wire Processing Exhibits 9:00 am - 9:30 am Global Standards Presentation 9:30 am - 11:30 am Wire Expo Tech Program 10:15 am - 12:15 pm Wire Expo Production Solutions 10:30 am - 11:30 am Electrical Wire Processing Seminar 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Electrical Wire Processing Seminar

For the latest information on each event, go to: Electrical Wire Processing (EWP) Expo Products Inc. www.expoproductionsinc.com Long Products Supply Chain Symposium American Wire Producers Association (AWPA) www.awpa.org Wire Expo 2010 Wire Association international (WAI) www.wirenet.org

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NEW & NOTEWORTHY 2 tours await Wire Expo attendees Charter Steel’s Saukville campus will host a facility tour during Wire Expo 2010 from 1 pm to 5 pm on Tuesday, May 11. Space is limited to 50 participants who will be briefed with introductory remarks and safety information before viewing the Charter Steel melt shop and rolling mill operation. See p. 72. Rockwell Automation, Inc., the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and information, will host a facility tour during Wire Expo 2010 from 1 pm to 4 pm on Tuesday, May 11. Visitors will tour two of the company's technical laboratories including its Product Performance Testing area and its Chemistry & Material Engineering and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) lab. See p. 72.

Attendees will see the annealing process for coils during the Charter Steel tour.

Floor-level networking at reception

Mordica Lecture

The WAI’s Reception this year will be right on the show floor at the Midwest Airlines Center. To be held from 4 pm to 7 pm on Wednesday, May 12, the reception will feature a German-style festival. Attendees will also be able to cross over to a similar reception going on for the National Electric Wire Processing Expo. The event, which is free, includes beer and wine and a cash bar for mixed drinks.

The 2010 Mordica Memorial Award winner, Prof. Javier Gil Sevillano, Technological Campus of Navarra (TECNUN), San Sebastian, Spain, will present “A twist on heavily drawn wire,” on Wednesday, May 12, from 1 pm to 1:30 pm. The address will focus on Javier Gil Sevillano the question of the absolute upper limits of tensile strength of heavily drawn wires and will reveal how the stress state of many wire products is not a matter of pure tension but a combination of tension and torsion. Learn more about why torsion behavior of highly drawn wires is important enough to merit considerable scientific attention at this Mordica Memorial Lecture.

Schooling on the show floor Production Solutions, popular since its introduction in 2007, returns to Wire Expo with three separate sessions to be held on the show floor on WednesdayThursday, May 12-13. Presentators include Horace Pops, Horace Pops Consulting Inc. (wire breaks); Neil Lowdon, Condat Corporation (lubricants) Joe Memmott, US Synthetic Wire Die, is one and Joe Memmott, US Synthetic Wire Die (dies). of three Production Solutions presenters for See p. 93 for more details. Wire Expo 2010.

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WIRE EXPO 2010

3 events are better than 1, Big news at Wire Expo 2010 is that the WAI is offering more value to attendees by arranging to colocate the Association’s traveling road show with two other industry events: the National Electrical Wire Processing Expo and AWPA’s new Long Products Supply Chain Symposium. The goal is to offer more collective value to Wire Expo attendees, and the WAI’s Conference Programming Committee—comprised of industry representatives, both suppliers and manufacturers—was a key to making this happen.

1 day less = travel ease ... The WAI colocated Wire Expo and then it went one step further by condensing the event from three days to two to make scheduling and travel expenses easier. The technical programs were restructured to make this feasible and practical. These initiatives were also encouraged by WAI’s volunteer committees.

... and the price is right! Besides being colocated and condensed to a two-day format, for those who register in advance Wire Expo 2010 is totally free to attend ($15 on-site). Attendees can also walk across the floor and see what’s on display at National Electrical Wire Processing Expo.

Global Standards

Phosphating 101: a primer

Wire Expo attendees are welcome to sit in Thursday, May 13, for a 9 am presentation on global standards by guest speaker Jennifer Rodgers, manager, technical committee operations, ASTM International. Rodgers will discuss opportunities and challenges for global standards Jennifer Rodgers development, with a focus on wire and cable. The talk will provide an overview of ASTM’s involvement with the world’s standards community, address issues relevant to both ferrous and nonferrous/ electrical segments, and pay special attention to large markets in Asia. ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world, responsible for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services.

In cooperation with Henkel Corporation, WAI offers a special two-hour program on Wednesday, May 12, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, designed to cover all the ins and outs of phosphating and related surface treatment. It covers cleaning and coating of rod and wire for cold drawing as well as alkaline cleaning, acid pickling and mechanical cleaning, water rinsing, zinc phosphate conversion coatings, safety aspects and more. The program is led by Paul Kulongowski, a technical service manager with Henkel.

Paul Kulongowski

Take to the streets for a good cause Attendees of all speeds are welcome to take part in WAI’s 6th Annual 5K Industry Run, sponsored by Leoni Wire. Above, runners line up for the WAI’s 5th Annual 5K run. See p. 68 for more details.

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ELECTRICAL WIRE PROCESSING EXPO 100+ suppliers/service companies to display technology The below information was provided by Expo Productions, the organizers of the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo, which will be co-located with Wire Expo 2010 this May in Milwaukee. Since 2001, the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo continues to be the exclusive showcase for the latest technology for the electrical wire and cable processing industry. The annual wire processing event, to run concurrently with Wire Expo 2010, May 12-13, at the Midwest Airlines Center in Milwaukee, will present a full range of relevant seminars, exhibits displaying the latest wire harness processing equipment, a series of social events and the unique ability to network with 100 world-class suppliers and service companies in the wire and cable processing industries. New this year, the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo and the Wire Expo 2010 will co-locate to run side-by-side events that provide crossover admission to all who register. Since the wire processing manufacturing and wire making sectors have been linked for years by industrial proximity, the combined event is an excellent way to identify new products and processes and meet the leaders of both industries. The exhibit hours are from 9 am to 5 pm on Wednesday, May 12, and from 9 am to 3 pm on Thursday, May 13. These world-class suppliers and service companies’ in the wire and cable processing industry can help manufacturers discover the secrets to solving their wire processing problems. They collectively offer the technology needed for today’s wiring harness and cable assembly shops, cord set manufacturers, and companies that process electric wire and cable, including all the equipment, instruments, tools, materials and supplies that are needed for

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Activity at the 2009 National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo. The event will be co-located May 12-13 with Wire Expo 2010 in Milwaukee. wire and cable harness assembly, inspection and repair. In just two days, you’ll discover how new technologies can make an immediate—and profitable—impact on your business. This is a trade show set up the right way—with machines on site

and under power, with industry experts and applications personnel on hand to answer your most challenging questions. This Expo is where the wire processing industry comes together to connect, and we do it in Milwaukee in May!

Electrical Seminars Wednesday, May 12 8:30– 9:30 am

Making the Government Your Next Customer Aina Vilumsons, Wisconsin Procurement Institute. 10:30 – 11:30 am Wiring the Next Generation of North American Automobiles Matt Marzec, Chrysler; Jim Roberts, USCAR; Don Price, Ford Motor; Tom Simko, GM Powertrain. 12:30 – 1:30 pm Crimp Quality Verification Methods and Trends Rob Boyd, Schleuniger Inc.

Thursday, May 13 8:30– 9:30 am

Revamping Medical and Robotic Cable Design Donald Dodge, Calmont Wire & Cable. 10:30 – 11:30 am Utilizing Ultrasonic Metal Welding in Today’s Production Environments Tim Crider, Stapla Ultrasonics Corp. 12:30 – 1:30 pm Current Status and Growth of Solar/Photovoltaic Technology Bill Duncan, Komax Solar. More details will be available as the event draws nearer. The seminars are sponsored by Wire & Cable Technology International.

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The event also offers practical technical information. A half-dozen seminars are scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, and Thursday, May 13. Exhibitors and show attendees are invited to stop by the Wiring Harness Business Center & Lounge during

sponsored breaks for complimentary food and beverages. Visit the VIP party on Wednesday, starting at 4 pm, for live music and a buffet. Registration information and more details about the National Electrical Wire ProcessingTechnology Expo are

at www.electricalwireshow.com. Online attendee registration is now open on the site. Be sure to register by April 21, 2010 to receive your Expo badge in the mail.

3M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1713

Hale Manufacturing Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1608

Radix Wire Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1106

Advanced Cable Ties Inc . . . . . . . . . . . 1447

Heilind Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1444

Rennsteig Tools Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1345

AMTI - Division of Maxant . . . . . . . . . . 1242

HellermannTyton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1702

Schafer Megomat USA Inc. . . . . . . . . . 1111

Anixter Wire & Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1604

Heyco Products Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1546

Schleuniger Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1633

Applitek Technologies Corp . . . . . . . . . 1303

Hillsdale Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1141

Shinmaywa (America) Ltd . . . . . . . . . . 1307

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Artos Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1103

Ideal Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1709

SLE Electronics USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1213

Assembly Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1143

Industrial Electric Wire & Cable Inc . . . 1502

SM Contact / KM USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1141

Assembly Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300

Joyal, A Division of AWE Inc . . . . . . . . 1504

Sonobond Ultrasonics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1513

Brady Worldwide Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1409

Kalas Manufacturing Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 1543

Spectrum Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340

Branson Ultrasonic Corp . . . . . . . . . . . 1134

Stapla Ultrasonics Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . 1640

C Davis Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1440

Steinel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1209

CAMI Research Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1715

Stranco Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1508

Carpenter Mfg Co Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1413

STRUNK Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1609

Cembre Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1507

Taymer International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 1725

Cirris Systems Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1627

Kingsley Machine Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1316

Techflex Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1540

Composite & Wire Machinery. . . . . . . . 1719

Komax Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1127

Thermosleeve-CYG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1541

Connector Microtooling Sys Inc . . . . . . 1442

Lakes Precision Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1302

Tri-Tech Kodera Machine Sales . . . . . . 1303

Control Micro Systems Inc . . . . . . . . . . 1441

Lapp Tannehill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1612

TSR Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1417

Crimping & Stamping Technologies . . . 1403

Linius Technologies GmbH. . . . . . . . . . 1501

TTI, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1138

CRU North Amercia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1735

Lone Star Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1205

Tyco Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1613

Daniels Manufacturing Corp. . . . . . . . . 1515

Master Appliance Heat Tools . . . . . . . . 1503

US Tech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1245

Diamond Die & Mold Co. . . . . . . . . . . . 1304

Mecal by Starn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1603

WEETECH Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1600

DIT-MCO International . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130

Mechtrix Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1313

Western Industrial Products Inc . . . . . . 1544

DuPage Tying Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1621

The Mello Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1114

Wezag Tools Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1102

Dynalab Test Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1703

Mentor Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1317

WHMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1445

ECC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1731

Minnesota Wire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1505

Wire & Cable Technology Int'l. . . . . . . . 1737

Electric Motion Company Inc . . . . . . . . 1705

Multi/Cable Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1341

Wiring harness News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1322

The Eraser Company Inc . . . . . . . . . . . 1241

Odyssey Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1126

ETCO Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1217

OES Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1207

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Phoenix Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1602

Grayline Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1618

Pressmaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1407

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LONG PRODUCTS SYMPOSIUM Long Products Supply Chain Symposium: a new ferrous view from the American Wire Producers Association The American Wire Producers Association will debut The Long Products Supply Chain Symposium, two days of intensive analysis and projections for the ferrous industry that it declares is the “Can’t Miss” industry event. Below it describes what attendees can expect at the symposium, to be held Monday and Tuesday, May 1011, at the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee. The Long Products Supply Chain Symposium (symposium) provides substance for the CEOs, presidents and senior management types who will be coming to Milwaukee in May. It will present a day and a half packed with content—from presentations to panel discussions—that participants can take home and immediately put to the test. With all the players from the best companies in the long products supply chain in one room – can you afford not to be there?

Day 1: Monday, May 10 1:00 pm to 5 pm U.S. Economic and Manufacturing Policy Keynote speaker and panel What are the government policies and legislative initiatives that will have the best and worst impact on your bottom line: healthcare reform, energy policy, and climate change, cap and trade? Should U.S. manufacturers be exporting to shore up their output or is it a long-term survival imperative? Are U.S. trade cases the only way to protect the supply chain, particularly downstream? What can U.S. manufacturers do to change U.S. policy?

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• Keynote Speaker Jay Timmons. The Executive Vice President of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), one of the most influential manufacturing policy advocates in Washington, DC, Timmons oversees all policy development, commuJay Timmons nications, government relations and advocacy efforts in Washington and around the country, to advance the NAM agenda for jobs and economic growth

in America. He will discuss how the current political hot-button issues— health care reform, energy policy, and climate changes—will impact the industry. The presentation will be followed by a panel of policy experts who will discuss actions that can be taken for economic recovery. The panelists include: • Charles Blum. The director of the Coalition for Prosperous America and Fair Currency Coalition, Blum has focused on steel trade and industry issues, the emergence of China as an economic power, and the promotion of public policies to enable American manufacturers and farmers to succeed in a globalizing economy. His forte is

combining political, economic, and technical analyses into effective lobbying strategies. • Thomas Danjczek. The president of the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) since 1998, Danjczek oversees the focus of SMA, which consists of 35 North American companies that operate 128 steel plants, and collectively employ approximately 60,000 people, representing approximately 70 % of the steel produced in the US. • Kurt Fowler. The managing director of SteelFacts since its inception in 2005, Fowler directs the presentation of steel industry statistics in an easyto-use, powerful analysis tool assisting industry participants in making Kurt Fowler effective, timely, data-driven decisions about the market from sound analysis of past history and recent trends. SteelFacts is the exclusive distributor of the American Iron & Steel Institute’s iron and steel industry data. • David Phelps. The president of the American Institute for International Steel (AIIS), Phelps is responsible for helping AIIS fulfill its mission to support free trade and economic growth through competition in the steel trade, and to oppose protectionist barriers to trade, including tariffs, non-tariff barriers and subsidies. The panel presentation will be followed by a cocktail reception.

The AWPA will hold its annual meeting in Milwaukee May 9-10 in conjunction with the Long Products Supply Chain Symposium and Wire Expo 2010, which is colocated. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to see everyone together in one place, gain some knowledge about our everchanging industry and save money on event fees and travel. Held prior to the Symposium, the annual meeting format has been condensed.

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Day 2: Tuesday, May 11 8:30 am to noon The Manufacturing Economy in the U.S. and the World Keynote speaker and panels Are you still waiting to see what the economy is going to do before you buy more inventory, hire back workers and ramp up production? How long can you stand still? Is the steel industry comeback, including long products up and down the supply chain, at the end of the recovery? Is the rest of the world, developed and developing countries, ahead of the U.S.? Did the Stimulus Package and Buy American stimulate the steel industry? • Keynote Speaker John J. Ferriola. The Chief Operating Officer of Steelmaking Operations for Nucor, Ferriola, who joined the company in 1991, will provide his perspective on

this vital topic. Nucor and its affiliates are manufacturers of steel products, with operating facilities primarily in the U.S. and Canada. Ferriola began his career with Bethlehem Steel in 1974, and worked in various operating and management roles. John J. Ferriola He has also been active in the AIST for over 20 years and has served on its board of directors. Ferriola will be followed by two panels. The first panel, which includes five economists, will discuss the general economic outlook, and that of the steel industry and downstream customer sectors. The panelists include:

• Michelle Applebaum. Applebaum, of Michelle Applebaum Research, has over 20 years of experience as an equity research analyst on Wall Street. Institutional Investor Magazine has acknowledged her as its topranked steel analyst since 1988. She has served as an advisor to Michelle the country’s Applebaum largest money managers and steel companies, and has advised companies on over two dozen initial and secondary public offerings and mergers. • Edwin Basson. Vice President Commercial Coordination, for ArcelorMittal, Basson joined the company in 2004 after the South African company Iscor became part of the ArcelorMittal group. He is responsible for Commercial Coordination and Marketing at group level. This function has as its major aim to facilitate coordinated sales impact on all markets in which ArcelorMittal is Edwin Basson active, and to

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guide coordinated responses to development of major new markets and market sectors. • Clare W. Zempel. The CFA and principal of Zempel Strategic, Zempel previously served as director of investment policy, chief investment strategist and chief economist for Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc., and as chief economist for the First Wisconsin Corporation, now US Bank. The second panel will discuss construction and automotive issues, such as whether the construction market recovery is real, the effect of the stimulus package on public and private construction projects, the effect of the “Buy American” provision, whether the automotive industry has moved past “Cash for Clunkers,” the effects of the auto industry bailout and consolidation, and if jobs are back in these markets for the long term. The panelists include: • Kenneth Simonson. The Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of America, Simonson has 35 years of experience analyzing, advocating and communicating about economic and tax issues, and will provide insight into the economy and what it implies for construction and related industries. • G. Mustafa Mohatarem (invited). Chief economist of General Motors since 1995, Mohatarem serves on GM’s Public Policy Center and its European advisory and corporate risk management committees. The economics team he heads assesses worldwide economic developments and provides advice on economic policy and competitive issues.

1:30 pm to 5 pm Supply Chain Outlook So now you have the big picture – what does it mean for your raw material plans? Do you buy bar from a U.S. supplier or a foreign manufacturer?

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What percentage of your rod supply comes from domestic manufacturers or trading companies? Do you buy your wire domestically or do you import wire and finished products to supplement your own production? What impact have trade cases have had on wire manufacturers and their customers. How are your suppliers gearing up for your orders? Tuesday’s afternoon session will include a discussion of worldwide scrap markets, and a raw materials panel including perspectives on worldwide rebar manufacturers, global rod, bar, and wire producers, domestic integrated rod and wire producers, importers of rod and bar, and domestic independent wire manufacturers. Four guys who are knee deep in their customers’ needs will share their insight. The panelists are: • H. Woltz. The chairman of the Board and CEO of Insteel Industries Inc., Woltz will discuss conditions for independent wire producers and their customers. Named CEO in 1991 and employed by the company and its subsidiaries capacities since 1978, he is an AWPA H.Woltz Past President and has served on its Board of Directors since 1990. • Matthew Brace. Executive VP, Sales and Marketing for CMC Americas, Brace will cover the bar market. He provides functional and strategic direction to enhance the successful and profitable growth of the Steel Group mills across all targeted markets and customer segments. He has worked in sales and marketing positions in the metals industry for nearly 15 years. • Jim Kerkvliet. Gerdau Ameristeel’s Vice President of Commercial Sales, Kerkvliet is responsible for all domestic mill sales operations, international

commercial sales operations and commercial marketing. He has more than 20 years experience in the international steel realm and Jim Kerkvliet vast knowledge of international and North American sales strategy. • Jack Lynch. Sales Manger for Charter Steel, Lynch will present his outlook. Charter Steel produces carbon and alloy steel wire rod for a customers serving a wide variety of industrial markets. It has two fully integrated steelmaking facilities and coil processing, wiredrawing and distribution facilities in Wisconsin and Ohio. The panel presentation will be followed by a cocktail reception.

Free time Of course not! You’ll need to take a few meetings. There are two receptions and a lunch where you can meet and greet and test your theories on your peers. We’ve left ‘Breakfast for Business’ and after the formal receptions, who will you be dining with in the charming city of Milwaukee? Check out the attendee list at AWPA’s website, invite your customers (or be invited), make your dinner reservations and “do a deal.” This could be your most productive day and half of 2010! Also, while in town, take advantage of the timing and visit Wire Expo 2010, America’s largest such trade show for the wire and cable industry, and the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo. These two industry events will be held May 12-13 at the Midwest Airlines Center. To register and see the most up-todate schedule, go to www.awpa.org.

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Industry Experts and a Knowledge-Packed Program

The Long Products Supply Chain Symposium will provide the information your company needs for strategic decision-making in 2010. Are you President, CEO, COO or Sales Executive in the Long Products Industry? Are you a Rod, Bar or Wire Manufacturer? A Wire Product, Fastener or Wire Fabricator? A Supplier of equipment or services to the Supply Chain? You don’t want to miss this opportunity to meet with your vendors, customers, and peers, all in one place, and hear what the experts in this insightful program have to say about the state of the industry and the economy.

The Symposium program has been crafted to provide you with speakers you know and trust and others you’ll be glad you met. Hear from these individuals as keynote speakers and panelists as they share their expertise with you. US Economic and Manufacturing Policy Jay Timmons, Executive VP, National Assn. of Manufacturers Charles Blum, Director, Coalition for a Prosperous America & Fair Currency Coalition Thomas Danjczek, President, Steel Manufacturers Assn.

This event is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: INDUSTRY LEADERS Charter Steel King Steel Corporation ArcelorMittal Long Carbon North America American Metal Market SteelOrbis Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel Members of associations representing all parts of the supply chain will be at the Symposium. Are you a member of any of these Gold Sponsor Organizations? GOLD SPONSORS American Institute for International Steel (AIIS) Asociación Nacional De Productores De Acero (ANTAAC) Chain-Link Manufacturers Institute (CLMI) Cold Finished Steel Bar Institute (CFSBI) Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) Industrial Fasteners Institute (IFI) Spring Manufacturers Institute (SMI) Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) Wire Association International (WAI) Wire Fabricators Association (WFA)

David Phelps, President, American Institute for International Steel Kurt Fowler, Managing Director, SteelFacts The Manufacturing Economy In The US and The World John J. Ferriola, Chief Operating Officer, Nucor Clare W. Zempel, CFA, Principal, Zempel Strategic Edwin Basson, VP, Commercial Coordination, ArcelorMittal Michelle Applebaum, Michelle Applebaum Research Kenneth Simonson, Chief Economist, Associated General Contractors of America G. Mustafa Mohatarem, Chief Economist, General Motors Corporation (Invited) Supply Chain Outlook James Kerkvliet, VP of Commercial Sales, Gerdau Ameristeel H.O. Woltz, III, Chairman and CEO, Insteel Industries, Inc. Matthew Brace, Executive VP of Sales & Marketing, CMC Americas Jack Lynch, Sales Manager, Charter Steel

Watch for more information about the Symposium from your organization, and register today at www.awpa.org.

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5K INDUSTRY RUN Fast times not a must Runners of all speeds are welcome to take part in the WAI’s 6th Annual 5K Road Race, at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, May 11. Sponsored by Leoni Wire, the proceeds from the $20 entry fee will benefit The American Cancer Society. Runners will meet at the lobby of the Hilton Milwaukee City Center Hotel. Participants at two events colocating with Wire Expo (the National Electrical Wire Processing Expo and the American Wire Producers Association’s Long Products Supply Chain Symposium) have also been invited, so there may be some new competition. The goal, as always, is to have fun and raise a few dollars for a good cause. For more details, contact WAI’s Mark Marselli at mmarselli@wirenet.org.

During Interwire 2009, runners line up for the WAI’s 5th Annual 5K run, which was won by Leoni Wire’s Alex Boekholt, sixth from left.

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MILWAUKEE Heritage and diversification A city known for being a major gateway for immigrants seeking a better life that grew into a brewing and manufacturing center, Milwaukee may well be due more respect from the rest of the country. The city, with a population of just over 608,000 per a 2008 report, was cited by Wikipedia as the largest city in Wisconsin, and 23rd in the U.S., followed by Denver, Seattle and Nashville. First settled by the Potawatomi tribe, Milwaukee remained a fairly small development until the 1830s. It wasn’t until the 1840s that the city began to prosper with a strong influx of immigrants, many from Germany. By 1856, there were more than two dozen breweries in Milwaukee, and by 1872, German brewers had made Milwaukee the biggest beer exporter in the country. Growth stalled during the Great Depression and it wasn’t until World War II that the local economy and factories rebounded. The city’s population and economy grew rapidly between 1940 and 1980, and its population increased 59 percent to 1.4 million people. Manufacturing became important as the years passed, and in the 1980s, the city was home to companies such as Allis-Chalmers, Harnischfeger, Briggs & Stratton, Harley-Davidson, A.O. Smith, Allen-Bradley and Bucyrus-Erie. Harsh times led to many factory closings, but since then, Milwaukee has rebuilt its economy, focusing on a carefully diversified base and an increased emphasis on exports. Milwaukee remains home today to one major brewer, Miller, and Harley-Davidson, an

Milwaukee remains home to an American icon, Harley-Davidson.

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American icon, but the city’s appeal has been widened over the past decade with projects such as the Milwaukee Riverwalk, the Midwest Airlines Center, Miller Park, an internationally renowned addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum, and Pier Wisconsin. Many new skyscrapers, condos and lofts can be found in areas on and near the lakefront and riverbanks. One historic site is the Allen-Bradley Co. clock, which the Guinness Book of World’s Records notes represents the largest four-faced clock in the world. But there is plenty for those seeking current attractions. The Water Street Entertainment Center is alive and hopping with taverns, restaurants and brewpubs. Another highlight is the artsy Third Ward, a restored warehouse district that’s now a National Historic Landmark, with terrific dining, lively nightlife scene, art galleries and antique shops. Other attractions include the Milwaukee County Zoo, the Midwest Express Center, and the Milwaukee Public Museum, one of the nation’s finest. The city is home to the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks and baseball’s Milwaukee Brewers, and visitors can enjoy several fun cruises on either Lake Michigan or the Milwaukee River. Milwaukee may indeed be a city worth exploring.

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10 good picks: Milwaukee restaurants Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro 3133 E Newberry Blvd, tel. 414-962-6300 Milwaukee’s premiere French restaurant uses fresh ingredients, an adherence to traditional French cooking styles and Wisconsin’s only true French Rotisol (Rotisserie) to create exquisite menu items as well as a wine list that is, appropriately enough, exclusively Française.

Carnevor 724 North Milwaukee Street, tel. 414-223-2200 Carnevor offers a chic and contemporary setting, with mixed music from the 80s, paired with extraordinary service. Offerings range from one-plus Ahi Tuna fresh from Hawaii to imported, grade A-5, Kobe beef from Japan. Carnevor boasts over 400 selections of wine.

Eagan’s on Water 1030 N Water St, tel. 414-271-6900 A Milwaukee landmark, Eagan’s has daily seafood deliveries to provide the freshest seafood available. Its menu also offers an excellent selection of land lovers’ entrees and salads. Located in the middle of Milwaukee’s busiest night life, its bar is one of the largest in the state.

Ichiban 2336 N Farwell Ave, tel. 414-278-8056 Fresh sushi, light and crispy tempura, and a variety of noodle dishes draw raves from the regulars at this well-liked Japanese restaurant. The “Teppan Yaki” room even makes this a popular choice for Japanese steak house fans.

Kegel’s Inn 5901 W National Ave, tel. 414-257-9999 Kegel’s Inn is the most authentic German beer hall and restaurant in the Milwaukee area, replete with incredible murals, leaded glass, and heavy wooden beams. You will enjoy the food, the decor, and warm hospitality.

Karl Ratzsch’s 320 E Mason St, tel. 414-276-2720 Karl Ratzch’s serves excellent traditional German food in a convivial atmosphere. Various schnitzels, red cabbage

steeped in vinegar and sugar, and homemade spaetzle, accompanied by an impressive selection of German beer and wine, friendly service and the best apple strudel in town.

Louise’s Trattoria 801 N Jefferson St, tel. 414-273-4224 Louise’s menu is California-influenced Italian, with pastas, salads and wonderful gourmet pizzas. Standouts include chicken piccata, cioppino, baked lasagna, pappardelle with Italian sausage and more. Service is attentive but unintrusive.

Mader’s German Restaurant 1037 N Old World 3rd St, tel. 414-271-3377 Mader’s offers wonderful traditional German food: schnitzels, sauerbraten with gingersnap sauce, a near-legendary pork shank, Hungarian goulash, brats as well as hundreds of beers and German chocolate cake for dessert.

Osteria del Mondo 1028 E Juneau Ave, tel. 414-291-3770 This Italian restaurant features dishes from many regions of the country, including tagliatelle verdi al ragu and veal scallopine and mascarpone and ricotta stuffed ravioli. After dinner, relax in the cigar lounge or at the comfortable bar.

Sanford 1547 N Jackson St, tel. 414-276-9608 Sanford’s contemporary décor complements the inspired continental menu. It uses the freshest seasonal ingredients for dishes such as grilled tuna with cumin wafers, and a Sardinian grilled scallop over couscous with walnut aioli. The desserts are decadent treats.

Milwaukee may be best known for bratwurst, but the city offers plenty of other dining options.

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PLANT TOURS Charter Steel plant tour Charter Steel’s Saukville campus will host a facility tour during Wire Expo 2010 from 1 pm to 5 pm on Tuesday, May 11. Space is limited to 50 participants who will be briefed with introductory remarks and safety information before viewing the Charter Steel melt shop and rolling mill operation. Charter Steel is a fully integrated producer of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod, and wire products. It is the largest wire rod producer in North America with two fully integrated facilities in Wisconsin and Ohio. The company’s Saukville campus is home to its corporate offices and a fully integrated mini mill that comprises a melt shop, state-of-theart rolling mill, and a processing facility. The plant, built in 1978, was expanded several times with the addition of a third chemical cleaning/ coating

facility; two continuous annealing furnaces; and the expansion of Charter Steel’s wire-making capabilities. Charter Steel is a member of Charter Manufacturing, a privately held, family-owned company.

Rockwell Automation plant tour Rockwell Automation, Inc., the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and information, will host a facility tour during Wire Expo 2010 from 1 pm to 4 pm on Tuesday, May 11. Visitors will tour two of the company's technical laboratories including its Product Performance Testing area and its Chemistry & Material Engineering and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) lab. The High Current and Shock & Vibration Labs will be shown to visitors first, then followed by a look at how materials support and plastics support factor into process evaluation and manufacturing optimization. The tour will conclude at the top of the immense AllenBradley Clock Tower, which is listed in Guinness World Records as the largest four-faced clock in the world, where refreshments will be served. Rockwell Automation notes that it makes its customers more productive and the world more sustainable by helping customers achieve a competitive advantage for their businesses through leading technologies and a comprehen-

sive portfolio of products, software, and services. The company helps manufacturers use industrial automation, information technology, and intelligent motor control to meet their productivity objectives. The Allen-Bradley Clock Tower at Capabilities extend Rockwell Automation’s headquarters through partnerin Milwaukee. ships with a network of 5,600 distribution, software, and product referencing companies. Rockwell Automation delivers industry solutions to more than 80 countries around the world.

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AWARDS CEREMONY/WINNERS Awards Ceremony The WAI will honor those who have made significant contributions to the industry, through either their technical presentations and/or years of activity, during the Awards Ceremony, on Wednesday, May 12. The morning event (from 8 am to 9:30 am) recognizes a range of people for their contributions, including authors of award-winning technical papers (see below) to the winners of the Association’s two most prestigious honors: the Mordica and Donnellan awards. The Mordica winner is Javier Gil Sevillano, a full professor at the Technological Campus of the University The 2009 Awards Breakfast saw then-WAI President Antonio Ayala joined onof Navarra (TECNUN) in Spain. See stage by more than a dozen past presidents. p. 90. The Donnellan winner is WAI Past President Brian Bouvier, principal, Lloyd become either WAI Life or 25-Year Members. See p. 76. and Bouvier, Inc., a U.S. supplier of used wire and cable The meeting is open to WAI members and full regisequipment. See p. 90 for more details about both winners. trants. However, space is limited. The meeting will also honor individuals who have

Best 2009 tech authors to be recognized The WAI’s paper rating committee has chosen the winners of the best technical papers in 2009 from those presented at WAI’s International Technical Conference in Istanbul, Turkey, and at Interwire 2009 in Cleveland, Ohio. The winners who will be honored at the Awards Ceremony at Wire Expo 2010 include the following: In the Ferrous Division, the Allan B. Dove Award goes to Charles Coffin, Hans Depamelaere, Dale King and Walther Van Raemdonck, all of NV Bekaert SA, for their paper, “Evaluation of high-temperature behavior of Zn and ZnAl coatings on core wires and strands for ACSR, ACSS, and alike overhead power conductors.” The Silver Certificate Award goes to Song Seong-Hun and Ban DeokYoung, Kiswire R&D Center; and Cho Kil-Won, POSTECH, for their paper, “Effect of the Sn content of bead wire and the kind of compound on the interface morphology.” In the Nonferrous Division, the Marshall V Yokelson Memorial Award recipients are Tadeusz Knych, Andrzej Mamala and Piotr Uliasz, AGH University of Science and Technology, for their paper, “Heat-resistant parameters of AlZr electrical alloy wires assigned to HTLS conductors.”

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The silver Certificate Award goes to Rafał Włudzik, Marcin Knapinski and Jan W. Pilarczyk, Czestochowa University of Technology, and Stanisław Ksiezarek and Zbigniew Smolarczyk, Institute of Non-Ferrous Metals, for their paper, “Effect of parameters of extrusion on strain and stress states in the manufacturing process of wire from alloy CuAg15P5.” In the Electrical Division, the Urbain J.H. Malo Award recepients are Paul Laurenson, Borealis Polymers NV, and Jan-Ove Boström, Borealis AB, for their paper, “High productivity and reliability of XLPE insulated medium-voltage cables.” The Silver Certificate Award was won by Terence Journeaux, Prysmian Cables & Systems Limited, for his paper, “Reaction to fire performance of cables.” In the General Division, the Horace Pops Award goes to Kazunari Yoshida, Takanori Sato and Shunichi Kikuchi Tokai University, for their paper, “Improvement of drawability of shape-memory alloy wire.” The Silver Certificate Award was won by Masahiro Yoshida, Motoo Asakawa, Satoshi Kajino, Motohiko Urabe and H. Kanaeda, Waseda University, for their paper, “Improvement of straightness in rotational blade straightener for superfine wire.”

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EDUCATION COMMITTEE Education Committee Members Chairman Donnie Norton, Phifer Inc. Vice Chairman Ralph Noonan, Etna Products Inc. Donald Dodge, Calmont Wire & Cable Joseph Domblesky, Marquette University Mark Garretson, O’Tech Corporation C. Richard Gordon, Gerdau Ameristeel Katherine Helmetag, Henkel Technologies Bill Jarae, ArcelorMittal Georgetown Erik Macs, Fine International Corp.

Richard Medoff, Ace Metal Inc. Dale Olp, MLP Steel Fayette Division Paul Pawlikowski, Delphi Packard Electric Systems Horace Pops, Horace Pops Consulting Inc. Peter Power, Power Innovative Technology Robert Shemenski, RMS Consulting Inc. Bhaskar Yalamanchili, Gerdau Ameristeel

Executive Committee Liaison, Antonio Ayala, JJ Lowe Associates Inc. Staff Liaison, Marc Murray, Wire Association International Archivist, Don Sayenga, Cardon Management Group

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LIFE/25 YEAR MEMBERS Recognized Members Two groups of WAI members who have achieved special status within the Association will be among those recognized at the Awards Breakfast

on Wednesday, May 12. A total of 24 persons have been designated as new Life Members, qualifying because their age plus

number of continuous years of WAI membership equals 90. Another 22 persons will be honored for attaining the 25-year mark as members.

Life Members Larry S. Berman MNP Corp. Utica, MI, USA

Marian Germata Technokabel SA Warszawa, Poland

Dennis M. Olexiuk Leoni Elocab Ltd. Kitchener, ON, Canada

John L. Bowles Bowles Enterprises Inc. West Chester, PA, USA

Kenneth Goss MWS Wire Industries Westlake Village, CA, USA

Thomas C. Renner South Shore Controls Willoughby, OH, USA

Banthorn Bunyanuparparn Thai Yong Kiat Industry Co. Ltd. Yannawa, Bangkok, Thailand

Ronald E. Higgins RichardsApex Inc. Philadelphia, PA, USA

Joseph F. Scalise Filtertech Inc. Tempe, AZ, USA

Jim W. Coley Raleigh, NC, USA

Terry Howard The Harris Products Group Mason, OH, USA

Malcolm Charles Smith Diamond Die Services Co. Caringbah, NSW, Australia

Henry Lopes Central Wire Industries Ridgefield, CT, USA

Ike Tripp Etna Products Inc. Chagrin Falls, OH, USA

Hans A. Mayer Mayer Consulting Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Lawrence Vander Groef Manchester Machine Haledon, NJ, USA

Gerald Delvecchio Mittal Canada Hamilton Hamilton, ON, Canada

Kenneth Niewoehner Bethlehem, PA, USA

Peter A. Wilcock Batley, West Yorkshire United Kingdom

Ernest F. Fascett Carpenter Specialty Wire Orangeburg, SC, USA

Robert C. Ochs Robert C. Ochs PE PC Hudson, NY, USA

Harry Cox Stourbridge, West Midlands United Kingdom Michael P. Daugherty Strand-Tech Martin Inc. Summerville, SC, USA

H.O. Woltz, III Insteel Industries Inc. Mount Airy, NC, USA Erie, PA, USA

25-Year Members Richard S. Baker Alcan Cable Atlanta, GA, USA

John V. Cavanaugh Super-Sensitive Musical String Co. Sarasota, FL, USA

Joseph F. Daversa Chemson Inc. Philadelphia, PA, USA

Giuseppe Baldassarri GBC Technologies Inc. Carrollton, GA, USA

Jim W. Coley Raleigh, NC, USA

Harmon Glover The Mapes Piano String Co. Bluff City, TN, USA

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Doug Nicholson Superior Essex Fort Wayne, IN, USA

Janusz S. Sekunda Alcan Cable Williamsport, PA, USA

David Griffiths Olex New Zealand Ltd. New Plymouth, New Zealand

David M. Pasquale Col-Fin Specialty Steel Corp. Fallston, PA, USA

Terry Sieger Woodburn Diamond Die Inc. Woodburn, IN, USA

John Knoch Jomb Corp. Lisle, IL, USA

Gerald Regan Johnstown Wire Technologies Inc. Johnstown, PA, USA

Harold Stotland J. Hamelin Industries Boisbriand, QC, Canada

James M. Knott, Jr. Knott & Co. Inc. Whitinsville, MA, USA

Ron Rosenbeck Republic Wire Inc. West Chester, OH, USA

Steven Tolbert American Spring Wire Corp. Cleveland, OH, USA

Don Lockard National Socket Screw Mfg. Ltd. Beamsville, ON, Canada

Frank E. Sanske Tree Island Wire USA Walnut, CA, USA

Jerry D. Murphy Adcom Wire Co. Jacksonville, FL, USA

Brad J. Scherer Fort Wayne Wire Die Inc. Fort Wayne, IN, USA

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AT A GLANCE Fundamentals of Wire Manufacturing Tuesday, May 11, 2010 8:00 am – 9:20 am – 10:40 am – 1:00 pm – 2:20 pm – 3:40 pm –

Mechanics of Wiredrawing Ferrous Metallurgy Measurement and Controls Metallurgy and Technology of Electrical Conductors Steel Rod Technology Extrusion Process

Wire & Cable Technical Symposium Wednesday, May 12, 2010 10:30 am – noon 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Session 1 Ferrous

Session 2 Nonferrous

Session 3 Safety

Special Session: Phosphating 101, Henkel Corporation (see p. 83)

1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Mordica Lecture

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Session 4 Patenting

Session 5 Electrical (to 4:00 pm)

Session 6 Pre/Post Treatment

Thursday, May 13, 2010 9:30 am – 11 am 9:00 am

Session 7 Ferrous

Session 8 Nonferrous

Session 9 General (to 11:30 am)

Special Session: Global Standards, Jennifer Rodgers, ASTM International (see p. 87) See Show Program for locations

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FUNDAMENTALS Course packs all the ‘Fundamentals’ into one day The traditional two-day format of Wire Expo’s Fundamentals of Wire Manufacturing course has been streamlined to match the shortened show schedule. The entire program will be presented in a single day, offering attendees one full day of six courses. The course will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 11, the day before the opening of Wire Expo 2010. Now in its seventh year, the Fundamentals program was altered specifically for this show so the entire set of topics could fall on a single weekday. The Wire Association International’s Education Committee re-designed the course schedule so this one day would include the most important topics to give attendees a firm grounding in the fundamentals of wire and cable manufacturing processes. The course features six topics presented by six different instructors. They will cover two specifically ferrous topics, two nonferrous, and two general. Attendees will join instructors for a luncheon between the morning and afternoon sessions. Topics this year are as follows: • Mechanics of Wiredrawing. Taught by Joseph P. Domblesky, Marquette University, this course demonstrates how the mechanical properties of a metal and die geometry determine the properties of drawn wire. It covers material properties and behavior, thermal effects, tribological effects, load calculations, and inhomogeneous deformation. Other topics include stress and strain behavior, lubrication, and a history of wiredrawing technology. Attendees will be able to participate in exercises to calculate drafting reductions and develop a solution from given draw schedules. • Ferrous Metallurgy. Taught by David Trautner, Charter Steel, this course discusses aspects of ferrous metallurgy including crystal structure and defects, phase diagrams, solid solutions, steels, strengthening mechanisms, and heat treatment processes that include patenting, quenching and tempering, and annealing. • Measurement and Controls. Taught by Keith Donahue, Zumbach Electronics Corp., this course examines measurement and controls for hot rod rolling, wiredrawing, extrusion, insulation, and jacketing. It discusses the requirements of each process for measurement of diameter, shape and profile, temperature, eccentricity, capacitance, spark faults, wall thickness, and length and line speed. It also describes the technologies available to

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Ron Beeckman, Superior Essex, discusses the fine points of magnet wire at the Fundamentals course at Interwire 2009. address these needs, including laser scanning, X-ray systems, multi-axis scanning, infrared “heat flow” sensors, and ultrasonic technology. The course also outlines advantages and disadvantages of these solutions. • Metallurgy and Technology of Electrical Conductors. Taught by Horace Pops, Horace Pops Consulting Inc., this course covers the technology and metallurgy of copper and aluminum conductors. It addresses topics that include the following: requirements for conductors, magnet wire, metals vs. alloys, processing of electrical conductors, electrical properties, the role of oxygen in copper, effects of impurities, annealing behavior, annealability, thermal mechanical production variables, surface effects, and the properties of copper vs. aluminum. • Steel Rod Technology. Taught by Robert J. Glodowski, STRATCOR, this course addresses various issues associated with steel rod processing, including components in primary and secondary steel-making such as furnaces and vacuum degassing; continuous and ingot casting; heating and cooling in the rod rolling process; rod quality characteristics such as chemistry, inclusions, surface quality, microstructure, and mechanical properties; rod specification systems; and requirements for direct-drawn vs. heattreated applications. • Extrusion Process. Taught by David W. Riley, Extrusion Engineers, this course covers polymer materials, extrusion equipment, the process window, problem-

In previous installments, the program invited attendees to spread their coursework over three years and three separate shows. That concept became impractical in a shortened format, according to Marc Murray, WAI’s Director of Education and the Education Committee staff liaison. “Re-thinking our approach to the course was obviously necessitated by the show’s two-day schedule,” said Murray. “The benefit of that was that we as organizers were forced to zero in on the very best of previous years’ offerings and give students the best information we could as quickly as possible. With time an ever more precious commodity in this challenging period, we know it will be a welcome change for the industry.”

Morning Session 8:00 am - Mechanics of Wiredrawing, Joseph P. Domblesky, Marquette University 9:20 am - Ferrous Metallurgy, David Trautner, Charter Steel 10:40 am - Measurement and Controls, Keith Donahue, Zumbach Electronics

Afternoon Session 1:00 pm - Metallurgy and Technology of Electrical Conductors, Horace Pops, Horace Pops Consulting Inc. 2:20 pm - Steel Rod Technology, Robert J. Glodowski, STRATCOR 3:40 pm - Extrusion Engineering, David W. Riley, Extrusion Engineers

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solving, and care and maintenance. Specifically, it addresses the following: the influence on processing of thermoplastics and thermosets, copolymerization, and additives; the limitations and constraints of screws, motors and drives, gear reducers, and other equipment; preventative maintenance; how to develop a robust process through control of speed, pressure, and temperature; and problem-solving strategies related to feedstock, melting/metering, concentricity, and other factors.

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WCTS Wire & Cable Technical Symposium The Wire & Cable Technical Symposium at Wire Expo 2010 will offer a total of 28 technical papers, presented over two days, Wednesday, May 12, and Thursday, May 13. Preceding the program will be the Mordica Lecture by Javier Gil Sevillano, a professor and researcher at the Technological Campus of Navarra (TECNUN), San Sebastian, Spain. See below and on p. 90 for more details. The technical papers, presented in seven sessions, were scheduled to allow attendees to both sit in on the educational sessions and have time to speak to exhibitors on the show floor. The schedule with the exact times and abstracts for the individual technical paper presentations are listed in the pages that follow. Tuesday, May 12. Session 1: Ferrous, three presentations; Session 2: Nonferrous, three presentations; Session 3: Safety, two presentations; Session 4, patenting, four presentations; Session 5: Electrical, five presentations; and Session 6: Pre-/Post treatment, four presentations. Wednesday, May 13. Session 7, Ferrous, three presentations; Session 8: Nonferrous, three presentations; Session 9: General, four presentations; and a special session, Phosphating 101, a two-hour presentation presented by Henkel Corporation. See opposite page. Attendees will also be interested in other technical presentations that will be offered during Wire Expo 2010, which include

the Production Solutions demonstrations that will be presented on the show floor (see p. 93) as well as a presentation on Global Standards by Jennifer Rodgers, manager, technical committee operations, ASTM International, on Thursday, May 13, at 9 am. Room assignments will be included in the Show Program.

At Wire Expo 2008, Rick Gordon, Gerdau Ameristeel, discusses stainless steel technology.

Wednesday, May 12 Mordica Lecture 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm “A twist on heavily drawn wire,” Prof. Javier Gil Sevillano, Technological Campus of Navarra (TECNUN), San Sebastian, Spain Javier Gil Sevillano’s address will focus on the question of the absolute upper limits of tensile strength of heavily drawn wires and will reveal how the stress state of many wire products is not a matter of pure tension but a combination of tension and torsion. Learn more about how torsion behavior of highly drawn wires is peculiar enough to merit considerable scientific attention at this Mordica Lecture.

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2009 Mordica Award winnner Etienne Aernoudt presents his Mordica Lecture at Interwire 2009.

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Technical Paper Sessions Wednesday, May 12 Session 1: Ferrous 10:30 am - noon “The effect of silicon and aging on the mechanical properties of drawn high-strength pearlitic steel wire,” by Ryan Pennington and Walther Van Raemdonck, Bekaert Corporation, Belgium, and David K. Matlock and George Krauss, Colorado School of Mines, USA. Wires with patented and cold drawn pearlitic microstructures and strength levels of 1950 MPa and 2250 MPa were made from steel containing 0.9 wt pct C and either 0.23 wt pct Si or 1.30 wt pct Si and aged at temperatures between 350 and 500 C for various times. Aging increased strength and reduced ductility, but strength increases and resistance to spheroidization were greater in the high Si wires. “Improvement in straightness and torsion of wires,” by Motoo Asakawa, Masaki Kitazawa, and Akihisa Yokoyama, Waseda University, Japan. Recently, straight and twist-free wires have been in high demand for various industries. However stocking wires in drums can cause the wires to have bends or twists. The purpose of this paper is to find conditions to improve straightness and restrain torsion of wires after loading into the drum. The authors found these conditions are greatly affected by straightness and twisting of the wires before loading. “Effects of experimental conditions in angled drawing on curvature of fine wire,” by Motoo Asakawa, Yuichi Tanaka, and Sonomi Shirasaki, Waseda University, Japan. Recently, demand for fine wire has increased. Fine wire with constant curvature is produced using inclined or angled dies. This paper investigates the effects of experimental conditions in angled drawing on curvature of the drawn fine wire. The results indicate that curvature changed not only the degree of the drawing direction angle, but also the back tension and bearing length.

Session 2: Nonferrous 10:30 am - noon “Investigations of the effect of temperature and the speed of extrusion on the structure of the alloy CuAg15P5,” by Rafał Włudzik, Jan W. Pilarczyk, and Marcin Kwapisz, Czestochowa University of Technology, and Łukasz Marchewka, Institute of Non-Ferrous Metals, Poland. This paper investigates the influence of temperature and the speed of deformation on changes in the microstructure of the

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Special Session: Phosphating 101 Wednesday, May 12 10:30 am - 12:30 pm In cooperation with Henkel Corporation, WAI offers a special twohour program designed to cover all the ins and outs of phosphating and related surface treatment. It covers cleaning and coating of rod and wire for cold drawing. It also discusses alkaline cleaning for removal of lubricants and oils, acid pickling or mechanical cleaning of scale and rust, water rinsing, zinc phosphate conversion coatings, reactive Paul Kulongowski and non-reactive lubricants, mechanical line considerations, and the safety of handling the chemicals. The program is led by Paul Kulongowski, a technical service manager with Henkel. He has worked for over 34 years in the metal-working industry, the last 24 with Henkel. His career has been evenly split between research and development, where he served as a chemist and technical manager, and technical services, where he has been a representative and manager. He has experience in the development and commercialization of new products, including research, managing, training, troubleshooting, and planning. He has worked with hundreds of customers to implement new and improved lubricating systems for all metals including stainless steel, ferrous, aluminum, and copper. He graduated from the Detroit Institute of Technology with a B.S. degree in combined sciences.

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Session 3: Safety 10:30 am - noon

At Wire Expo 2008, moderator Don Schollin with tech authors (l-r): Yuichi Tanaka, Tsuyoshi Sugiyama, Koichiro Tanabe, Motohiko Urabe, Prof. Kazanuri Yoshida and Prof. Motoo Asakawa.

alloy CuAg15P5. The results have proven that the alloy’s plasticity increased with an increase of temperature. Investigations of mechanical properties did not allow for determination of temperatures of phase transformations, which were found on the basis of tests with a Dilatometer DIL 805A/D. Temperatures of transformations were determined during warming and cooling of the alloy. “Multi-scale model of Mg alloys wiredrawing process,” by Andriej Milenin and D. Byrska, AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland. This paper considers the development of a mathematical model for drawing MgCa08 wire with an option for fracture phenomena prediction in micro scale. The first part focuses on experimental studies that include upsetting and tensile tests and metallographic analysis of material for a micro scale fracture model. The second part examines development of a multi-scale numerical model of fracture phenomena. It also describes a computer program developed to enable the prognoses and observation of discontinuity in grains boundaries during deformation. “Production of thin wires of magnesium alloys for surgical applications,” by Andriej Milenin and P. Kustra, AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland, and J. Seitz, Fr.-W. Bach, and D. Bormann, Institute of Materials Science at the University of Hannover, Germany. Production of surgical threads for integration of human tissue is an application for magnesium alloys. This paper proposes a two-stage process for production of surgical threads. The first stage is extrusion of tin rods and the second is a warm drawing process in heated dies. The first part of this study focuses on development of numerical models of both stages. Fracture models and flow curves of MgCa08 and ZEK100 alloys were developed. The second part focuses on optimization of the production process. The optimum deformation schedule for both alloys was developed.

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“Safety—how protecting a company’s most valuable resource can affect the bottom line,” by Jeff Dewberry and Ken Hardin, Southwire Co., USA. This paper expands on the Operational Perfection at Southwire (OPS) business philosophy regarding safety. It explains how the safety program is being built through employee involvement in pre-planning; physical equipment safety improvements; behavioral based safety; and obtaining OSHA’s VPP. It also shows how, by focusing on safety, an organization can show improvements in the areas of operating efficiencies; productivity; morale; quality; and reduced workers’ compensation premiums. “Improving safety in the workplace,” by Greg Pietrowski, Northern Wire Products Inc., USA. The reasons to improve workplace safety are as numerous as the resources available today to assist with that endeavor. This paper describes the coupling of DuPont’s Safety Training Observation Program (STOP‰) with a variety of other initiatives to create a comprehensive program that has resulted in zero annual recordable incidents, improved employee involvement/morale, and annual six-figure savings in work comp costs.

Session 4: Patenting 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm “Fluidized beds for quenching in patenting processes,” by Jacob Friedman and Sanjeev Bhole, Ryerson University, Canada, and Peter Kordt, Wire Körner GmbH, Germany. Fluidized beds are being used as an alternative to lead for quenching in patenting systems. However, a fluidized bed cannot achieve the same cooling rates as lead, and hence will not be able to replace lead in all applications. This paper looks at the benefits and limitations of the fluidized bed versus lead in quenching applications and provides ways to determine if a fluidized bed is a viable alternative for a given application. “‘Green’ air fluidized bed technology for the manufacture of wire products,” by Jeffrey T. Tyl, Jigsaw Thermal Technology, LLC, and Thomas W. Tyl, Tire Wire Technology, LLC, USA. In 2009 the Energy Information Administration projected several energy indicators for the next 20 years. These projections included a 63% increase in the cost of energy, a 34% increase in the consumption of energy, and a 30% increase in energy-related emissions. Energy being a dominant trait in air fluidized beds, there are common designs with similar benefits and deficiencies; but the evolution of these designs has increased efficiency, decreased dependency, and will save money spent in utilities.

“Control of furnace atmosphere during patenting in the manufacture of steel tire cord,” by Thomas W. Tyl, Tire Wire Technology, LLC, USA. Patenting is complicated, including two steps: heating and controlled cooling. This paper reviews control of furnace atmosphere. Furnaces usually have an entrance stack; hot gases flow counter to wire. Two linked variables must remain fixed: temperature and atmosphere composition. Temperature control is easy, atmosphere is not. Crude methods like maintaining air/gas

ratio prior to combustion are used; this is not important; atmosphere composition is. Assuming furnace atmosphere is a function of combustion ratio is fantasy.

Session 5: Electrical 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm “Development of lead- and arsenic-free copper stock for electrical conductors,” by Scot Sandoval, C. Clayton, and Masoud Garshasb, Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc., USA. Elevated levels of impurities such as lead and arsenic are generally considered to be detrimental for electrical conductor’s quality aspects such as conductivity and drawability. Traditional electrowinning and electrorefining copper cathode manufacturing methods may be susceptible to generating such impurities during periods of process parameter deviation. This paper describes the concept and commercialization of Alternative Anode Technology (AA) which eliminates the potential for the presence of unwanted trace elements.

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“Industrialization of Liquid Quenchant Fluidized bed technology (LQF) for the manufacture of steel wire products,” by Thomas W. Tyl, Tire Wire Technology, LLC, and Thomas Crafton, Thermcraft Inc., USA. The industrial Liquid Quenchant Fluidized (LQF) bed process uses a unique combination of liquid, foam, and air to control heat transfer rate during patenting and can process a variety of steel chemistries and diameters. Three LQF units have been manufactured to date to patent large wire (wire rope or prestressed strand), small diameters (sawing wire), and intermediate diameters (steel tire cord). This paper shows microstructure, LQF equipment photographs, and mechanical properties from LQF industrial applications.

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ink jet inks, but performance must not suffer. The use of VOCexempt inks, combine with reduced make-up consumptions provide today’s manufacturers with a way to eliminate the ink jet marking process from their emissions permitting. “The value of quality with economy in testing,” by Romayne DuPraw, Hale Manufacturing Inc., USA. This paper discusses the importance of quality testing and offers ways in which it can be cost-effectively created, particularly for the wire harness industry. It uses quote forms to illustrate how customers have options when ordering and can meet their budgetary needs without compromising quality. Testimonials prove that maintaining high standards in testing equipment insures reliable results and proves to be a good economic value.

Session 6: Pre/Post Treatment 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Instructor Tom Black discusses the fine points during his extrusion workshop at Wire Expo 2008.

“The marriage of quality, Lean and Six Sigma,” by William Wilson, General Cable, USA. This paper discusses the development and implementation of a customer-focused, comprehensive corporate quality system, blending Lean and Six Sigma approaches as the basis, for continuous improvement, in addition to maintaining multiple standards certifications. This total quality management system includes vision creation, strategic plan development and tactical methodology primarily focused on Operator-Led Process Control (OLPC) through the use of quality control plans. The program provides training and development for all associates from shop floor operators through management.

This special session will trace the treatment of insulated electrical wire from bare wire to surface treatment for adhesion and curing of ink and colorants. It will feature four presentations on the topics of wire pre-heating (Beta LaserMike), infrared heaters (Glenro Inc.), corona treatment (Corotec Corp.), and plasma/flame treatment (Enercon Industries Corp.). “Pre-treatment of insulated wire and cable by corona discharge,” by Bruce Stobbe, Corotec Corporation, USA. This paper discusses the methodology and systems requirements for pre-treatment of insulated wire and cable using corona discharge, as well as applications considerations and system sizing based on the properties of the insulating jacket.

Thursday, May 13 “Cable fables, confusion, and misconceptions about NFPA79,” by Sandy Fulton and Tom Collen, Northwire Inc., USA. Confusion abounds regarding the “new” NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) regulations pertaining to UL-recognized (AWM-style) cable. Various interpretations of NFPA-79 have generated articles in trade publications, on Web sites, in white papers, and in discussions and debates. The mystery about NFPA-79 isn’t necessary. This paper provides information to sort out the misperceptions perpetuated about NFPA-79 and reveals clear guidelines. “Reducing VOC emissions associated with ink jet marking,” by Mark Kristoff, Rick Elmer, and Ramona Krogman, Gem Gravure Co. Inc., USA. Volatile Organic Compounds have been a part of product identification since continuous ink jet printing was introduced to wire and cable manufacturing. Methyl ethyl ketone has played an important role in fast-dry inks which adhere to common wire jacketing materials. Changes in regulations require changes in

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Session 7: Ferrous 9:30 am- 11 am “Application of dual beam FIB and DIC method to the measurement of residual stress,” by Bae Jong Gu, Kiswire LTD, South Korea. Residual stress of fine steel wires has been measured by using the dual-beam focused ion beam (FIB) and digital image correlation (DIC). The residual stress was calculated from the measured displacement field before and after the introduction of a slot. The displacement was obtained by the digital correlation analysis of SEM, while the slot was introduced by FIB milling. The experimental procedures were described and the feasibilities were demonstrated in steel wires fabricated with different conditions. “Fire-induced damage in prestressing steels,” by José Miguel Atienza and Manuel Elices, Madrid Polytechnic University, Spain.

“The quality assessment of low-carbon wire rod and wire using cold work resistance as the measure,” by Andrzej Szymonik, Bogdan Golis, Jan W. Pilarczyk, and Ryszard Budzik, Czestochowa University of Technology, Poland. This paper is an attempt to explain the issue of quality assessment of low-carbon wire rod and wires using cold work resistance as a measure. It analyzes the drawing process with regard to breakdown ability at the die, drawing stress, and the effect of the mechanical deformation scheme on plasticity. It formulates six conclusions that justify the need for quality assessment of fixed wire rods.

Session 8: Nonferrous 9:30 am- 11 am “Improvement of mechanical properties of drawn aluminum wire for wiring harness,” by Kazunari Yoshida and Shunichi Kikuchi, Tokai University, Japan. This paper focuses on aluminum wire as a material for the wiring harness, and verifies that high-ductility wire can be obtained by the new method of alternate drawing. The breaking strain of the wire by alternate drawing is approximately 20% higher than by conventional drawing. Alternate drawing can

ASTM Presentation: Global standards Thursday, May 13 9:00 - 9:30 am Wire Expo attendees are welcome to sit in on a presentation on global standards by guest speaker Jennifer Rodgers, manager, technical committee operations, ASTM International, on Thursday, May 13, 9:00 am. Rodgers will discuss opportunities and challenges for global standards development, with a focus on wire and cable. The talk will provide an Jennifer Rodgers overview of ASTM’s involvement with the world’s standards community, address issues relevant to both ferrous and nonferrous/electrical segments, and pay special attention to large markets in Asia. ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world, responsible for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services.

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After a fire, even if no collapse happens, there is a possibility of fire-induced damage in the structure. Correct knowledge of residual properties of wires after fire is of major importance for the assessment of the residual load-bearing capacity of a prestressed structure. This paper studies the non-visible fireinduced damages in prestressed wires, including the reduction of the prestress loads and the strength of steel wires produced by the exposure to high temperatures.

By the Continuus Properzi booth at Wire Expo 2008, instructor Horace Pops talks about wire breaks.

reduce the additional shear strain generated at the surface layer of the wire by approximately 20% compared with conventional drawing. “Occurrence of dynamic recrystallization in copper wiredrawing,” by Kazunari Yoshida, Naoyuki Katsuoka, and Yasutoshi Takemoto, Tokai University, Japan. Without annealing, copper wire can be drawn until the total cross-sectional reduction ratio goes up to 99% or more. This study examines the influence of dynamic recrystallization on drawability and mechanical characteristics of drawn copper wire. “Fabrication of biocompatible orthodontics implant screw made of pure titanium,” by Kazunari Yoshida and Yoshio Saiki, Tokai University, Japan. This paper examines the potential for fabrication of biocompatible orthodontics implant screws made of pure titanium and which are allergen-free. In particular, it examines the effects of additional elements and processing conditions on wiredrawing. It also examines whether implant screws can be formed by heading and rolling.

Session 9: General 9:30 am- 10:30 am “Borax-free products for the wire industry,” by Hubertus Damm, Traxit North America LLC, USA. This paper discusses borax and boron compounds in wiredrawing products and dry lubricants. It also addresses related standards and regulations such as the Global Harmonization System (GHS) for classification and labeling of chemical products, REACH regulations in Europe, and borax classification and reprotoxic substances. It discusses the 2010 deadline for related European restrictions and reaction to it as it relates to new prod-

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Your oldest friend in the business is in step with the next generation of wire professionals.

Are you? At 80, WAI isn’t old. It’s mature. And it’s set in its ways of developing services that suit today’s upcoming leaders in the field. Sure. Communication has changed. Our high standards have not. Like some of you, we’ve seen faxes give way to e-mails, instant messaging, and blogs. But they haven’t invented a direction in wire and cable that we’re not interested in learning about and sharing with the thousands of constituents in our international network. WAI now offers: • a series of live and archived educational webinars; • electronic delivery of the industry leading Wire Journal International and twice monthly WAI Connection; • instant chat customer support online for Interwire; and • pdf files of the more than 5300 technical articles in our library. So if you’re still wondering what happened to the letter—Here are three to remember: W A I. Learn more online and join our network today at: www.wirenet.org. We may not be ready to pass the torch but we’re pleased to light the way.

Join the WAI network today at: www.wirenet.org The Wire Association International, Inc. 1570 Boston Post Road | P.O. Box 578 | Guilford, CT 06437-0578 | Telephone: (001) 203-453-2777 | Fax: (001) 203-453-8384 | Web site: www.wirenet.org

“New method for manufacturing stranded wire,” by Thomas Clerkin, USA. This paper discusses an invention related to a method and an apparatus for the continuous production of a twisted stranded cable and ultra flexible single-strand wire. Both constructs have the flexibility of stranded cable, yet retain the perfectly round characteristic exhibited by single-strand wire. This invention will reduce the cost of manufacturing by reducing equipment, energy, labor, downtime, perishable tooling, and floor space requirements; eliminating WIP and material handling; and increasing output and productivity.

“Tracking products in the wire industry using barcodes?” by Ed O’Neal, InfoSight Corp., USA. Three of the leaders in the wire industry discuss how they have been tracking product with a barcode using a reliable method that has been proven by the test of time. They knew paper tags or plastic labels were not going to survive in their harsh environments. Now they tell how they have accomplished this through technology developed specifically for their business by a company that has been doing it for years.

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Universal screw technology for the flexible cable production

The new all-in-one extrusion screw covers a wide range of insulation and sheathing materials. Its fast setup and easy maintenance give you major flexibility at hand where you need it most – in your cable production.

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AWARDS Gil Sevillano is winner of Mordica Memorial Award Prof. Javier Gil Sevillano, the winner of the 2010 Mordica Memorial Award, will be honored at Wire Expo. Gil Sevillano is a prolific technical paper author, researcher and a full professor at the Technological Campus of the University of Navarra (TECNUN) in San Sebastian, Spain, where he has headed the school’s Department of Materials Engineering since 1994. He received his PhD in engineering from the Materials and Applied Metallurgy Department of the Khatolieke Universiteit Leuven (Belgium) in 1974. Gil Sevillano’s research has focused on the mechanical stress-strain response, structural evolution, texture development and fracture of materials undergoing large plastic strains. He has specialized on torsion behavior of high strength pearlitic steel wires and to the origin of their delamination failure. Some of Gil Sevillano’s research has included sizeeffects in plasticity of small volumes with applications to micro/nanotechnology. He has taken part in 40-plus research projects, many international and in collaboration with industry, and published more than 130 scientific papers. Gil Sevillano is recipient of the Silver Medal of the

Grupo Español de Fractura, the Europe Prize of the Centre for European Studies, University of Navarra and the Honour Plaque of the Asociación Española de Científicos. One letter supporting Gil Sevillano’s nomination cited his knowledge and enthusiasm for exploring new aspects of wiredrawing. “He is a scientist who combines a fundamental understanding of structural aspects of deformation processes of metals with talent to implement results of findings of his research in the industry,” wrote CTU Prof. Jan Pilarczyk, himself a 2004 Javier Gil Sevillano winner of the award. The Mordica Memorial Award is named for John Mordica, the WAI’s first president, and signifies “contributions to the industry’s knowledge base through research, development, innovation or other technical contributions.”

Donnellan Memorial Award goes to Brian Bouvier Brian A. Bouvier, the winner of the Donnellan Memorial Award for 2010 and a long-time active member in the Association, will be honored at Wire Expo. Bouvier joined WAI in 1990, was elected to its Board of Directors in 2003 and was Association President in 2007. He has served on the Electrical Committee, Membership Committee and Wire Link Scholarship Committees, the Publications Advisory Board, the Website Advisory Board and is currently a member of the Finance Committee and the Nominating Committee. He has served as an Executive Committee liaison to several committees. A charter member of the New England Chapter, Bouvier served as its president in 1997. He is a member of the Machinery Dealers National Association, the Association of Equipment and Machinery Appraisers, and the Wire & Cable Manufacturers Alliance. He holds a business degree from Bryant College and received a Charles D. Scott Distinguished Career Award in 2003. In 1972, Bouvier joined the manufacturing division of Standard Wire and Cable, where he held positions that

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included plant manager. From 1979-89 he was vice president of New England Wire Machinery, which merged with Carter Lloyd, Inc., in 1986 and became New England CFL, Inc. In 1989 he helped establish Lloyd and Bouvier, Inc., a supplier of machinery to the wire and cable industry. A letter supporting the nomination said, “As a Donnellan Award recipient myself...it would be an honor to be recognized as a Brian A. Bouvier former winner with Brian. He has contributed countless hours to WAI and has guided the association through some turbulent times.” The Donnellan Award is named for J. Edward Donnellan, the first executive secretary and executive director of the WAI. It recognizes a recipient’s service and dedication to furthering the association’s mission.

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RECEPTION Reception to be a show floor experience WAI will hold its reception on the show floor from 4 pm to 7 pm on Wednesday, May 12, featuring an assortment of traditional Gerrman-fest style food that is sure to include favorites such as bratwurst. The reception is free, so this is the perfect opportunity to relax with colleagues and extend your networking opportunities onsite at this informal industry reception, which will be located in and around the exhibits. This will be an ideal time to make and to renew contacts at the WAI reception as well as to mingle with colleagues from the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo, which will be having a simultaneous separate reception that you are welcome to stop by. The event is free, and in addition to the food there there will be beer and wine, with a cash bar for mixed drinks.

The key attraction to WAI receptions has been the ability to network. That will be easier than ever this year as the reception will be held at the show oor, offering the opportunity to not only mingle, but to do so with attendees from the National Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo.

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PRODUCTION SOLUTIONS Show floor sessions to cover 3 industry topics Three instructors will make separate presentations on the show floor at Wire Expo on Wednesday, May 12, and Thursday, May 13, offering practical observations on wire breaks, use of diamonds, and lubricants for cold heading. At the Continuus Properzi booth (#313), Horace Pops, Horace Pops Consulting Inc., will speak about wire breaks at 1:30 pm on Wednesday and at 11:45 am on Thursday. He will look at different aspects that can cause wire breaks. Attendees can bring wire break samples for analysis. At the US Synthetic Wire Die booth (#411), Joe Memmott will discuss diamond as an engineering material at 2:15 pm on Wednesday and again at 10:15 am on Thursday. Wire mills have long used diamond wire dies, but synthetic diamonds are relatively young (only 60 years) as an engineering material and can excel for companies across multiple industries that are looking to increase revenue and lower costs. At the Condat Corp. booth (#420), Neil Lowdon will discuss lubricants for cold heading applications at 3 pm on Wednesday and at 11 am on Thursday. He will focus on the various types of wiredrawing lubricants used for cold

Condat Corporation’s Neil Lowdon delivers a oor presentation on precoats at Wire Expo 2008. heading application, including oils, pastes, greases, and powder-based products. He will note the pros and cons of each product type as well as an analyze the characteristics and advantages of powder-based lubricants, including matching the correct product to the forming process requirements.

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Alphabetical Listing ABP Induction LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322

Baker Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Canterbury Engineering/GENCA . . . . . . 920

Ace Metal Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

Balloffet Die Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 717

Carris Reels Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 612

ACM AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

Bao Zhang Galvanized Iron Wire Co.. . . 811

Central Wire Industries Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . 607

AIM Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 904

Bartell Machinery Systems LLC. . . . . . . 603

Clifford Welding Systems (Pty) Ltd. . . . . 713

Allen-Balley Tag & Label Inc. . . . . . . . . . 419

Bekaert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

Clinton Instrument Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Amacoil Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Beta LaserMike. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314

Collins & Jewell Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525

Amaral Automation Associates. . . . . . . . 109

Maschinenfabrik Bock GmbH & Co KG . 716

Cometo Snc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Ametek Specialty Metal Products. . . . . . 526

Bongard Machines USA LLC . . . . . . . . . 206

Commission Brokers Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Anbao Wire & Mesh Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . 317

Boockmann GmbH/The Slover Group . . 225

Condat Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420

A Appiani Srl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Boxy SpA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 710

Conneaut Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311

AW Machinery LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 708

Brookfield Wire Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Cortinovis Machinery America Inc . . . . . 409

Aztech Lubricants LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310

Butt Welders USA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308

Dandong Decheng Plastic & Rubber Science

B & H Tool Co Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 620

Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 807

& Technology Co., Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

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Die Quip Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 518

GMP - Slovakia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

Ohio Rod Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Engineered Control Systems Inc . . . . . . 102

Guill Tool & Engineering Co . . . . . . . . . . 113

Oklahoma Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . 520

Engineered Machinery Group . . . . . . . . 202

Heany Industries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 615

OM Frigerio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

ERA Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 704

Heatbath Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417

OM Lesmo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Esteves Group USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 601

Henkel Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 701

OMA USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Eurodraw Energy Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . 422

Paramount Die Co Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 714

Eurolls Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409

Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

Parkway-Kew Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

Eurowire-Intras Publications. . . . . . . . . . 605

Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 515

Phifer Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211

George Evans Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 602

IDEAL Welding Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 713

Pinnacle Metals Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 519

Fabritex Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Ideal-Werk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713

Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 609

Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718

Industrial Heating Magazine. . . . . . . . . . 105

Pittsfield Plastics Eng Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 712

Filtertech Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407

Joe-Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

Plasmait GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

Fine International Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

Keir Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Plymouth Wire Reels & Dies Inc . . . . . . 112

FMS Force Measuring Systems AG. . . . 517

Keystone Steel & Wire Co . . . . . . . . . . . 908

Polyone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 801

FMS USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 517

King Steel Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 425

Polytec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315

Foerster Instruments Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 522

Knipex Tools LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 518

Pourtier SAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 916

Fort Wayne Wire Die Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 302

Ernst Koch GmbH & Co KG . . . . . . . . . . 316

Precision Quincy Corporation. . . . . . . . . 817

Friedr Krollmann GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316

Albert Krenn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 518

Pressure Welding Machines Ltd. . . . . . . 109

Frontier Composites & Castings Inc. . . . 902

Krueger Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 617

PrintSafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703

Gauder SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 916

Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 604

Properzi International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 313

Gem Gravure Co Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

LaserLinc Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 508

Proton Products Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

GEMCO Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Leggett & Platt Wire Group . . . . . . . . . . 510

Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301

W Gillies Technologies LLC . . . . . . . . . . 110

Leoni Wire Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610

Raajratna Stainless Wire (USA) Inc . . . . 319

Gimax Srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 807

Lesmo Machinery America Inc. . . . . . . . 122

Radyne Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 813

Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718

Rainbow Rubber & Plastics . . . . . . . . . . 720

Lloyd & Bouvier Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Reel-O-Matic Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

L-S Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Refractron Technologies Corp . . . . . . . . 217

M + E Macchine + Engineering Srl . . . . 316

RichardsApex Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 918

Madem Reels USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204

Rockford Manufacturing Group FELM . . 718

Madem SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204

Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies . . . . . 514

Magnetic Technologies Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Roteq Machinery Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307

MAGPOWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 805

SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413

MGS Group (MGS-Hall-Northampton) . . 702

Schunk Graphite Technology . . . . . . . . . 320

Micro Products Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815

Sealeze A Unit of Jason Inc . . . . . . . . . . 205

Morgan-Koch Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316

Setic SAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 916

Mossberg Associates Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 710

Sictra Srl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409

Niehoff Endex North America Inc. . . . . . 613

Sikora International Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . 922

NIMSCO LLC/SB2C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 502

Simpacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 609

Northampton Machinery/MGS Group. . . 702

Sirio Wire Srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316

Northwire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 711

Sivaco Wire Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305

Numalliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416

SKET Verseilmaschinenbau GmbH . . . . 316

Magnetic Technologies President Jonathan Ely with a “pancake” style magnetic brake at Wire Expo 2008.

Patrick Fitzgerald (l), Sealeze national sales manager, and Michael Jordon, sales representative, display some of the company’s wire cleaning brushes at Wire Expo 2008.

Vandor Corporation ................914

Staku-Anlagenbau GmbH............320

Vitari SpA ........................409

Stoelting LLC .....................709

Vollmer America Inc ................210

Stolberger Inc DBA Wardwell Braiding

Wafios Machinery Corp .............616

Machine Co .....................611

Weber & Scher Mfg Co Inc ..........213

August Strecker GmbH & Co KG ......616

Whanghae Precision ...............912

T & T Marketing Inc ................312

Windak Inc .......................707

Talladega Machinery & Supply........608

Wire & Cable Asia Magazine .........605

Taubensee Steel & Wire Co ..........216

Wire & Cable Technology International .121

Team Meccanica Srl ................409

Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp .......218

Techalloy Welding Products ..........607

Wire Assiociation international.....show flr

Teurema .........................409

Wire Journal International ........show flr

Thermoplastics Engineering Corp .....219

Wire Lab Co ......................418

Traxit North America LLC ............516

Wire Machine Systems Inc...........320

Tubular Products Co................504

Woodburn Diamond Die Inc ..........215

Tulsa Power Inc ...................117

Worth Steel & Machinery Inc .........428

United Wire Co Inc .................706

WTM Srl .........................716

Unitek North America Inc ............716

Zumbach Electronics Corp...........401

UniWest .........................809 US Synthetic Wire Die ..............411

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Numerical Listings 101 . . . . . . . . . . . Magnetic Technologies Ltd

121 . Wire & Cable Technology International

218 . . . . . . . Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp

102 . . . . . . Engineered Control Systems Inc

122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A Appiani Srl

219 . . . . . Thermoplastics Engineering Corp

102 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GEMCO Electrical

122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cometo Snc

222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joe-Tools

103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L-S Industries

122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eurodraw Energy Spa

225 . . Boockmann GmbH/The Slover Group

104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ohio Rod Products

122. . . . . . . . Lesmo Machinery America Inc

228. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fine International Corp

105. . . . . . . . . . Industrial Heating Magazine

122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OM Lesmo

301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Queins & Co GmbH

106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keir Manufacturing Inc

201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parkway-Kew Corp

302. . . . . . . . . . . . . Fort Wayne Wire Die Inc

107 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brookfield Wire Co

202 . . . . . . . . Engineered Machinery Group

305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sivaco Wire Group

108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fabritex Inc

204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Madem Reels USA Inc

307 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roteq Machinery Inc

109. . . . . . . . Amaral Automation Associates

204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Madem SA

308. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Butt Welders USA

109. . . . . . . Pressure Welding Machines Ltd

205 . . . . . . . . . . Sealeze A Unit of Jason Inc

310 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aztech Lubricants LLC

110 . . . . . . . . . . W Gillies Technologies LLC

206 . . . . . . . . . Bongard Machines USA LLC

311 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conneaut Industries Inc

111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lloyd & Bouvier Inc

207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bekaert

312 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T & T Marketing Inc

112. . . . . . . . . . . . . Commission Brokers Inc

208 . . . . . . . . . Dandong Decheng Plastic &

313 . . . . . . . . . . . . Properzi International Inc

112 . . . . . . Plymouth Wire Reels & Dies Inc

. . . . Rubber Science & Technology Co., Ltd.

314. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beta LaserMike

113 . . . . . . . . . . Guill Tool & Engineering Co

210 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vollmer America Inc

315 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Polytec

116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baker Reels

211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phifer Wire Inc

316 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friedr Krollmann GmbH

116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sonoco Molded Plastics

212 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gem Gravure Co Inc

316 . . . . . . . . . . Ernst Koch GmbH & Co KG

117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reel-O-Matic Inc

213 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Proton Products Ltd

316 . . . . M + E Macchine + Engineering Srl

117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tulsa Power Inc

213 . . . . . . . . . . Weber & Scher Mfg Co Inc

316 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Morgan-Koch Corp

118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clinton Instrument Co

215 . . . . . . . . . . Woodburn Diamond Die Inc

316 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sirio Wire Srl

119 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OMA USA Inc

216 . . . . . . . . . . Taubensee Steel & Wire Co

316 . . . . SKET Verseilmaschinenbau GmbH

120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amacoil Inc

217 . . . . . . . . Refractron Technologies Corp

317 . . . . . . . . . . Anbao Wire & Mesh Co Ltd 319 . . . . Raajratna Stainless Wire (USA) Inc 320 . . . . . . . . . Schunk Graphite Technology 320. . . . . . . . . . . . Staku-Anlagenbau GmbH 320. . . . . . . . . . . Wire Machine Systems Inc 322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ABP Induction LLC 401. . . . . . . . . . . Zumbach Electronics Corp 407. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Filtertech Inc 409 . . . . . Cortinovis Machinery America Inc 409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eurolls Group 409. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sictra Srl 409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Team Meccanica Srl 409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teurema 409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vitari SpA 411 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . US Synthetic Wire Die 413 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAMP USA Inc 416 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Numalliance 417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heatbath Corp 418 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wire Lab Co

Michaela Boockmann, Boockmann GmbH, by the company's Helicord system at Wire Expo 2008.

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419. . . . . . . . . . Allen-Balley Tag & Label Inc

615. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heany Industries Inc

805 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MAGPOWR

422 . . . . . . . . . . . Houghton International Inc

616 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wafios Machinery Corp

807 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable Consultants Corp

425 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . King Steel Corp

616 . . . . . . August Strecker GmbH & Co KG

807 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gimax Srl

428 . . . . . . . . . Worth Steel & Machinery Inc

617 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Krueger Steel & Wire

809 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UniWest

502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NIMSCO LLC/SB2C

620 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B & H Tool Co Inc

811. . . Bao Zhang Galvanized Iron Wire Co.

504. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tubular Products Co

701 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Henkel Corp

813 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radyne Corp

508 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LaserLinc Inc

702 . . MGS Group (MGS-Hall-Northampton)

815 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Micro Products Co

510 . . . . . . . . . . Leggett & Platt Wire Group

702 . . Northampton Machinery/MGS Group

817. . . . . . . . . Precision Quincy Corporation

514 . . . . . Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies

703. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PrintSafe

902. . . . Frontier Composites & Castings Inc

515 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Huestis Industrial

704 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ERA Wire Inc

904 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AIM Inc

516 . . . . . . . . . . . . Traxit North America LLC

706 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . United Wire Co Inc

908 . . . . . . . . . . . Keystone Steel & Wire Co

517. . . . FMS Force Measuring Systems AG

707 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windak Inc

912 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Whanghae Precision

517 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FMS USA Inc

708. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AW Machinery LLC

914 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vandor Corporation

518. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Die Quip Corp

709 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stoelting LLC

916 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gauder SA

518 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Knipex Tools LP

710 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Boxy SpA

916. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pourtier SAS

518 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Albert Krenn

710 . . . . . . . . . . . . Mossberg Associates Inc

916 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setic SAS

519 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pinnacle Metals Inc

711 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Northwire Inc

918 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RichardsApex Inc

520 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oklahoma Steel & Wire

712 . . . . . . . . . . . . Pittsfield Plastics Eng Inc

920 . . . . . . Canterbury Engineering/GENCA

522 . . . . . . . . . . . . Foerster Instruments Inc

713. . . . . Clifford Welding Systems (Pty) Ltd

922 . . . . . . . . . . . . Sikora International Corp

525. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Collins & Jewell Co

713 . . . . . . . . . . . . IDEAL Welding Systems

Show fl. . . . . . Wre Association International

526. . . . . . Ametek Specialty Metal Products

713 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ideal-Werk

Show fl . . . . . . . . Wire Journal International

601 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Esteves Group USA

714 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paramount Die Co Inc

602 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . George Evans Corp

716 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ace Metal Inc

603. . . . . . . Bartell Machinery Systems LLC

716 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ACM AB

604 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lamnea Bruk AB

716. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GMP - Slovakia

605. . . . . . . . . . Eurowire-Intras Publications

716 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Howar Equipment Inc

605 . . . . . . . . . Wire & Cable Asia Magazine

716 . Maschinenfabrik Bock GmbH & Co KG

607. . . . . . . . . . . Central Wire Industries Ltd

716. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OM Frigerio

607 . . . . . . . . . . Techalloy Welding Products

716 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plasmait GmbH

608. . . . . . . . Talladega Machinery & Supply

716 . . . . . . . . . . . . Unitek North America Inc

609 . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd

716 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WTM Srl

609 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Simpacks

717 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Balloffet Die Corp

610. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leoni Wire Inc

718 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fastener Engineers

611 . . . . . . . . . Stolberger Inc DBA Wardwell

718 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lewis Machine

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Braiding Machine Co

718 . . Rockford Manufacturing Group FELM

612 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carris Reels Inc

720 . . . . . . . . . . Rainbow Rubber & Plastics

613. . . . . . Niehoff Endex North America Inc

801. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Polyone

Die Quip Corp. President Tom Maxwell with a Krenn wire cutter at Wire Expo.

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WIRE EXPO EXHIBITORS Preview of Exhibitors More than 170 exhibiting companies will be represented at Wire Expo 2010 at the Midwest Airlines Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The site will also host a colocated event, the National Electrical Wire Processing Expo, and attendees will be able to walk through both trade shows. Below are booth descriptions for Wire Expo. Alpha/numerical listings begin on p. 95 and the Exhibitor Product Directory begins on p. 132. The exhibits are open from 10 am to 5 pm on Wednesday, May 12, and from 9 am to 3 pm on Thursday, May 13. See p. 60-63 for details for the Wire Processing Expo. For the most up-to-date info for Wire Expo, go to www.wirenet.org, and look for the Show Program at the event.

ABP Induction Tel. 262-317-5300 fax 262-317-5394 www.abpinduction.com sales@abpinduction.com USA Booth 322 Exhibiting: Induction heating is an ideal non-contact heating method for selective or continuous in-line heating of wire, tube or strip requiring heat treatment, bonding, curing, or preheating prior to co-extrusion. Advantages include direct localized heating of the material in process without products of combustion, reduced scale, shortened line lengths, reduced utility costs, increased induction coil efficiencies and ABP’s unique “line speed power control” to maintain a constant process temperature with variations in line speed. ABP offers complete turnkey solutions including high temperature non oxidizing atmosphere capabilities, aftermarket service and repairs with system upgrades capable of increasing productivity on existing installations with fully solid state power supplies from 1 kW to 6000 kW with output frequency capabilities of 180 Hz to 440 KHz. Personnel: Steve Klostermeyer, Rich Detty. Ace Metal Inc. Tel. 610-623-2204 fax 610-623-2268 www.acemetalinc.com sales@acemetalinc.com USA Booth 716 Exhibiting: Metal spools ranging from 6 in. flange diameter to 12-3/4 in. flange diameter for use in ferrous, non-

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ferrous, tire cord and wire rope industries, tubular wire carriers made to customer specifications. Personnel: Richard Medoff, Charles Zobel. ACM AB/KSM Tel. 46-8 -92715 www.acmab.com stefan@acmab.com Sweden Booth 716 Exhibiting: Tools designed to save insulation compound usage and $$$ by means of controlling wall thicknesses. Cable cross-section measurement and data acquisition equipment from ACM will be displayed and operated for all to see this extremely precise and quick method of performing all two-dimensional cable measurements. The KSM model also allows quality control departments to track the efficiency of products or equipment with its sophisticated database and graphing plus trending capabilities and analysis of data. Customers are invited and encouraged to bring cable samples to the show to experience firsthand the capability of the innovative KSM measurement system. Personnel: Stefan Askenfors, Willy Hauer. AIM, Inc. Tel. 630-458-0008 fax 630-458-0730 www.aimmachines.com info@aimmachines.com USA Booth 904

Exhibiting: AIM will show a Compact 3D machine: the highly robust and efficient AFC series (AccuForm Compact). With up to 10 mm wire capacities, the AFC machines set new benchmarks for cost effective, automatic wire bending operations. Based in the U.S., AIM has a second manufacturing location in Europe. Manufacturing the broadest line of wire, tube and rebar bending machines in the world, from below 2 mm to over 25 mm wire diameters, AIM uniquely qualifies as the premier wire shop automation company. Personnel: Gus Goudis, Jim Patos. Allen-Bailey Tag & Label, Inc. Tel. 585-538-2324 fax 585-538-3072 www.abtl.com rphelps@abtl.com USA Booth 419 Exhibiting: Custom printed tags and labels used to identify materials, products and manufacturing processes broadly utilized within the wire and cable industry. Personnel: Richard Phelps, Rob Tesauro.

Amaral Automation Associates Booth 109 Ametek Specialty Metal Products Tel. 203-265-6731 fax 203-949-8876 www.ametekmetals.com ryan.smith@ametek.com USA Booth 526 Exhibiting: Ametek Specialty Metal Products is a precision manufacturer of high-quality custom shaped, round, square, flat and bunched wire in aluminum, copper, copper alloys, nickel, nickel alloys, iron and nickel iron alloys, stainless steel, cobalt alloys and custom engineered alloys using a variety of forming technologies consistently working to tight tolerances and complex designs. Ametek is ISO 9001 certified and services customers in the electronics, medical, aerospace, transportation, military and many other industries. Personnel: Curt Berstler, Ryan Smith. Anbao (Qinhuangdao) Wire & Mesh Co., Ltd. Tel. 86-335-389-3600 Fax 86-335-387-0760

www.anbao.com anbao@anbao.com China Booth 317

Exhibiting: As the main manufacturer and exporter of steel wire and wire product in China, Anbao specializes in exporting various kinds of wire and wire mesh products. These include: high-quality steel wire, including galvanized wire and hot-dipped wire, ACSR wire and strand, armoring wire for cable, Galfan wire, aluminum-clad steel wire, wire for scourers, hookand-eye wire, stitching wire, cloth pin wire, baling wire, spring wire, steel wire, garage gate spring wire, flexible duct wire, vineyard wire, stainless steel wire, galvanized low-relaxation PC steel strand, many kinds of metallic mesh, nails, barbed wire, shaped metal wire and bars, etc. The company operates under the control of an ISO 9001 quality control system that supports its guarantee of providing quality products to customers. Its philosophy is Quality + Sincerity + Service. Personnel: B.J. Hur. A Appiani s.r.l. Tel. 39-030-9380253 www.appiani.reels.it info@appiani.reels.it Tel. 905-761-6165 Fax 905-761-6168 www.lesmoamerica.com sales@lesmoamerica.com Italy/Canada Booth 122

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Exhibiting: A. Appiani, represented in North America by Lesmo Machinery America, will demonstrate its engineering capabilities by exhibiting a comprehensive selection of pressed steel reels and plastic and steel composite reels. Providing standard and custom-build steel reels according to DIN specifications or customer requirements, the Appiani product line includes: B40, B60, B80/17 and B80/33 spools for steel cord and saw wire; single- and double-flange pressed steel reels for processing and shipping; partially machined reels for wire drawing and stranding; fully machined reels for wire and multi-wire drawing; double-flange pressed steel reels for cables; fabricated steel reels for cables, ropes and strands; collapsible, take-apart reels; composite ABS steel reels for extrusion lines, fiber optics and telecom cables; reel handling equipment, reel lifters and tilters; and pallets for reel storage and coils. With nearly 50 years experience and building on its success in providing the wire and cable industries with improved quality steel reels combined with competitive pricing and customer service solutions, A. Appiani’s constant focus on innovation and improve-

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Amacoil, Inc. Tel. 610-485-8300 Fax 610-485-2357 www.amacoil.com amacoil@amacoil.com USA Booth 120 Exhibiting: Amacoil will exhibit Uhing rolling ring traverse winding drives and assemblies which are designed for level winding of a wide range of materials, from hair-thin fiber to heavy gauge wire, cable, rope and chain. Working models will be featured and technical personnel will be ready to discuss existing Uhing set ups or custom designs. Also, accessory products, such as EasyLock shaft clamps, the GS Guide System for wire take-ups and U-Clip quick release shaft clamps. Amacoil-Uhing traverse winders are rugged, durable and offer variable pitch, automatic reversal and low maintenance. Personnel: Bob Eisele, Keith Beauregard.

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ment and the penetration of new markets, have allowed constant growth and increased capacity. Personnel: D. Rebessi, Allan Brown. AW Machinery LLC Booth 708 Aztech Lubricants LLC Tel. 405-310-0034 fax 866-251-0666 www.aztechlube.com janderson@aztechlube.com USA Booth 310 Exhibiting: Aztech Lubricants LLC offers a full line of drawing powders, drawing oils, precoats, borax-free products, cleaners and ship-out oils. Check out its line of high-speed products and some new ideas to reduce costs while improving efficiency. Zero products obsoleted. Personnel: Jonathan Anderson, Michael Colvin, Jack Hall, Mike Will, Joan Pala, Bruce Hansen, Fredy Quintana, Keith Corvin. B&H Tool Co., Inc. Tel. 760-471-8949 fax 760-4714979 www.bhtool.com pneville@bhtool.com USA Booth 620 Exhibiting: B&H Tool Company manufactures extrusion tooling for low- and high-temperature applications. The company offers a full line of B&H adjustable and fixed-center crosshead assemblies for single and multi-layer constructions. B&H also offers tip/dies, striping attachments, adapters, breakerplates, heaters, thermocouples and disassembly tools. Visit the company’s booth and website for more information. Personnel: Peter Neville.

Exhibiting: Since 1870, Balloffet has dedicated itself to provide product quality and service efficiency. Through years of “home grown” technological advances devised in the company’s R&D facility, its goal has been to provide value and meet each customer’s individual requirements. Through the years, Balloffet has set up a network of production and service facilities, sales offices and local correspondents to make it easy to use its know-how. It offers wiredrawing dies in natural diamond or polycrystalline diamond (PCD), compacting dies, shaped dies for various profiles, diamond-tipped guides and dies for extruding wire or cable, a full range of equipment to repair and service diamond dies, and micro-pierced products for special applications. Balloffet keeps ahead technologically with its Research and Development Center for micro drilling and cutting of diamonds. Backed by the collective expertise and knowledge of its 230 employees, the company’s aim is to enable customers to master the longevity of their products and improve production costs. Personnel: Richard Barthod, Bill Couse.

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Bekaert Corporation Tel. 770-514-2233 www.bekaert.com esteban.arteaga@bekaert.com USA Booth 207 Exhibiting: Bekaert employs unique metal treatment technology to deliver innovative products and solutions to its customers from a wide range of industries in more than 120 countries. Using highly technological coatings, its wires have the specific properties that are needed for different industries. Personnel: Jason Jones, Kurt Darden, Mike Huhndorf, Jeff Roberts, Terry Butcher. Beta LaserMike Tel. 937-233-9935 fax 937-233-7284 www.betalasermike.com sales@betalasermike.com USA Booth 314

Bartell Machinery Systems LLC Tel. 315-336-7600 fax 315-336-0947 www.ceecomfg.com sean.harrington@ceecobartell.com USA Booth 603

Bao Zhang Galvanized Iron Wire Co., Ltd. Booth 811 Balloffet Die Corporation Tel. 915-592-5252 fax 915-592-8585 www.balloffetdie.com balloffetdie@sbcglobal.net USA Booth 717

a high-speed, side-loading roll form strander for up to 300 sq mm; a modularized roll form unit, producing 300 sq mm, compact aluminum at 200 m/min; a high-speed, Orbistrand rigid strander; backtwist high-speed data cable twinning; and new high-speed strip armoring lines, with a 300-mmwide coil width. Personnel: John Dudus, Tim Murphy, Don Pratt.

Exhibiting: Ceeco Bartell continues to develop patented innovative solutions to enable the cable industry to overcome current problems. These include:

Exhibiting: Come see Beta LaserMike’s complete line of products. Brands and technologies include: DataPro for process control; AccuScan for laser diameter measurement; Ultrascan for ultrasonic wall and eccentricity measurement; CapScan for capacitance measurement; SRL Pro for structural return loss prediction; LN Detector for instantaneous flaw detection; and LaserSpeed® for

Bock Maschinenfabrik GmbH Howar Equipment Inc. Tel. 49-23-515-2133 www.bock-mf.de, sales@bock-mf.de howarequipment.com sales@howarequipment.com Germany/Canada Booth 716 Exhibiting: Wire pointers and stringup equipment from hand operated to heavy-duty powered units will be on display. Bock manufactures precision and durable wire pointers for the aid of die string ups that are designed to operate easily with no maintenance. The complete line also includes additional wire feeders and straightening equipment which can aid in setting up wiredrawing machines. Personnel: Karsten Bock, Chris Hauer. Bongard Machines USA LLC/ Bongard Trading GmbH Tel. 260-225-4510 fax 260-225-4513 www.bongard.us chris.z@bongard.us USA/Germany Booth 206 Exhibiting: Bongard Machines USA, adds to the global presence in the secondhand machinery market. Bongard

specializes in ferrous and nonferrous drawing lines, both dry and wet, from rod breakdown to fine wire, Bull blocks, spooling lines, bunchers, stranding machines, coilers and straight-and-cut machinery. Bongard also has contacts and associates in place around the world to help handle all aspects of production in the wire and cable industry, no matter the location. Please visit its booth during the show and preview the current inventory at www.bongard.us. It always looks to buy or consign used machinery. Boockmann GmbH/Slover Group Tel. 49-9708-70-46-0 fax 49-9708-571 www.boockmann.com info@boockmann.com Germany/USA Booth 225

Exhibiting: Boockmann GmbH, represented in North America by The Slover Group, will exhibit its successful HELILUB/ HELICORD technology for cleaning wire and cable, lubrication of magnet and welding wire, and application of other additives, e.g. of strip-aids or adhesives to cable. The main focus will be its latest develop-

ments, which regarding machinery includes a multi-stage abrasive treatment for removing solid drawing lubricants (e.g. graphite or Ca-stearates) designed to replace chemical etching processes that often are necessary before electroplating. On the process and consumable side, remarkable progress has been made in the field of lubrication of welding wire by means of oils, wax-impregnated cords and various dispersions. Stop by for more detailed explanations, and to discuss how HELICORD might be able to be used for specific applications. Personnel: Richard Slover, Michaela Boockmann. Boxy SpA Bootb 710 Brookfield Wire Tel. 508-867-6474 fax 508-867-2579 brookfieldwire.com wlussier@brookfieldwire.com USA Booth 107 Exhibiting: Brookfield is a leading manufacturer of stainless steel and nickel alloys. With sizes ranging from .003 to .400 in. diameters and specializing in round and flat wire, the company remains dedicated to quality thru its ISO certification as well as its Dfars commitment. It stands poised to meet customer needs with a unique ability to adapt to custom requirements with each order. Personnel: Jim Hauck, Leonard DeFino, Wayne Lussier.

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non-contact length and speed measurement. New for 2010 is the CenterScan 2010 non-contact eccentricity gauge and DataPro 3100 industrial process controller. Personnel: Bob Stockholm, Ethem Erdas, Brad Robillard.

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Buttwelders USA, Inc. (Formerly Bonko, Inc. + Machine Technology & Controls) Tel. 321-363-4916 Fax 321-363-4917 www.buttweldersusa.com paul@buttweldersusa.com USA Booth 308 Exhibiting: The company, which will display butt welders, also provides parts, service and repairs and used machinery related to the wire industry, offering time-tested machinery. Personnel: Paul D’Addario, Steven Tomko. Cable Consultants Corp. Tel. 914-834-8865 Fax 914-834-8903 www.cableconsultantscorp.com dstein@cableconsultantscorp.com USA Booth 807 Exhibiting: SZ stranding lines, twinning, quadding and single twist lines for LAN, fiber optic, telephone, power and special cables. Also, lines for steel rope and pre-stressed concrete strand as well as manufacuring lines for laser welded stainless steel mini-tubes. Personnel: Fred Hardy. Canterbury Engineering/GENCA Tel. 800-241-7650 www.canterburyengineering.com webemails@cec75.com USA Booth 920 Exhibiting: Canterbury Engineering, which has an 80,000-sq-ft manufacturing facility in Atlanta, Georgia, will display specialty extrusion screws. The company designs screws for all plastic extrusion and injection processes. It offers total refurbishing/rebuilding of all screws, barrels and feed sections. Displayed will be a 20 ft high-output screw along with various designs and mixing sections. A wide variety of exotic metals are available for special high temp applications. Four HDTV monitors will show footage of the latest screw rebuilding/manufacturing techniques along with special welding capabilities. They will display specialty extrusion barrels with corrosive resistant barrels for wire and cable.

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Personnel: Jerry Anderson, Jimena Homrighaus. Carris Reels Tel. 802-773-9111 fax 802-770-3551 www.carris.com brian.holden@carris.net USA Booth 612 Exhibiting: Carris will display its complete line of reels and accessories. The company has provided creative, comprehensive packaging to the wire and cable industry for over 58 years. Today, Carris is 100% employeeowned and governed, and its collaborative spirit translates into creative solutions for customers. The company’s goal is to provide the highest level of service and quality through its staff and products. Vice President of Sales & Marketing Dave Ferraro and the company’s sales team look forward to welcoming attendees. Personnel: Dave Ferraro, Harold Stotland, Brian Holden, Jerry Selby, Mike Hendricks. Central Wire Industries Ltd. Tel. 613-267-3752 fax 613-267-2751 www.centralwire.com dmonkhouse@centralwire.com Canada Booth 607

Exhibiting: Central Wire is one of North America’s foremost manufacturers of wire in alloys tailored to the specific requirements of customers. Its product array includes stainless steel, nickel, copper, brass, bronze and zinc wires in diameters ranging from .003 in. to 1.000 in. Personnel: Philip Byrnes, M.K. Seker. Clifford Weldings Systems (See IDEAL Welding.) Clinton Instrument Company Tel. 860-669-7548 Fax 860-669-3825

clintoninstrument.com support@clintoninstrument.com USA Booth 118 Exhibiting: The Clinton Instrument Company is excited to introduce the new FL-20A Cable Fault Locator, a quality control tool that will allow cable producers to pinpoint the problem area of finished cables. Cable rejected during hi-pot testing has always been an expensive problem for the manufacturer. Until now, finding opens and shorts with an analog cable fault locator took expertise and patience, since the procedure required tedious meter and sensitivity adjustments as well as mathematical calculations once the test was completed. The digital FL-20A automates cable fault detection, greatly reducing the time and training required to find these problems. The operator simply connects the FL-20A test probes to each end of the cable under test, enters the cable length on the digital front panel display, and selects “Shorts” or “Opens” to begin the test. In seconds, the unit calculates the distance of the fault site from each test probe and displays the location in feet or meters. The failure can then be cut out or repaired and the remaining good product salvaged, resulting in great savings to the producer. The locator, a compact 15”W x 14”D by 10”H weighing only 30 lb, is significantly smaller and lighter than its predecessors. It promises a great return on investment by salvaging expensive cable assemblies and lowering the costs associated with salvage. There will be a demonstration unit at the show so customers can do a live test on the unit. Personnel: Woody Holland. Collins & Jewell Co., Inc. Tel. 860-887-8813 Fax 860-886-5359 www.collins-jewell.com pponichtera@collins-jewell.com USA Booth 525 Exhibiting: Staff will be discussing the company’s available equipment for the installation and relocation of machinery as well as steel fabrication.

Cometo Snc Tel. 39-0341-263090 www.cometo-italy.com info@cometo-italy.com

Tel. 905-761-6165 Fax 905-761-6168 www.lesmoamerica.com

sales@lesmoamerica.com Italy/Canada Booth 122 Exhibiting: Cometo, represented in North America by Lesmo Machinery America, will exhibit a range of wire straightening, guiding and feeding equipment that includes: feeder units for wire, flat strip, tube and shaped wire; traversing units; wire straighteners (single plane, dual plane and multiplane models); wire guides (different models for a diverse selection of applications); replacement wire straightener rollers, wire guide rollers and rotating die holders; and special wire straighteners for tire cord and welding wire with roller position indicators/digital, vernier roller adjustment. For over 20 years, Cometo has been a world leader in the design, manufacture and development of wire handing equipment coupled with its all-round expertise ensuring total customer satisfaction

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while maximizing customer investment dollars. Be it low-cost straighteners, feeders or guiding devices for production, upgrading and modifying equipment, or an advanced wire forming, bending or coiling system requiring the inclusion of wire handling accessories, Cometo has the wire handling equipment to meet specific needs. Stop by to discuss solutions to wire handling requirements. Personnel: E. Tocchetti, A. Brown. Commission Brokers Inc. Tel. 401-943-3777 fax 401-943-3670 www.commissionbrokers.com marty137@aol.com USA Booth 112 Exhibiting: Commission Brokers will display photos and brochures of currently available used equipment as well as information relating to the company’s appraisal and equipment

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liquidation capabilities. President Martin Kenner has more than 41 years of experience in the wire and cable industry. Personnel: Martin Kenner. Condat Corporation/Condat SA Tel. 734-944-4994 fax 734-944-4995 www.condat-lubricants.com inquiries@condatcorp.com USA/France Booth 420 Exhibiting: Condat will display its wide range of lubricants including non-reactive precoatings, dry powder lubricants, oils, pastes, greases, protection products and coating products designed for all wiredrawing applications. The show will be the opportunity for Condat to display its advanced solutions in terms of new high tech and eco-friendly lubricants. Condat’s R&D philosophy is to systematically search for substitutions to potentially dangerous raw materials. The VICAFIL & STEELSKIN lubricant ranges are free of any SVHC (substance of very high concern) and comply with the latest health and safety regulations; they provide a reduced environmental impact in the factory. Personnel: Neil Lowdon, Bill Dohrmann, Larry Rowan. Conneaut Industries, Inc. Tel. 800 955-9276 fax 401 397-2564 www.conneaut.com info@conneaut.com USA Booth 311 Exhibiting: Conneaut Industries is a global supplier of specialty high-performance insulating yarns used in braiding, serving and cabling applications. The fibers include S2glass, Eglass, Kevlar and polyglass. It also produces ignition wire (conductive) rovings/substrates for the automotive industry. A wide variety of hi-grade yarns and packaging will be on exhib-

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it. Conneaut, an ISO 9001: 2000 certified company, produces a full line-up of polyglass insulating materials used in magnet wire applications as well as aramid materials for fiber optics products. Personnel: Russell Kibbe, Mario Diaz. Continuus-Properzi, SpA Properzi International, Inc. Tel. 443-212-4320 fax 866-905-4320 www.properzi.com g.marcantoni@properzi.us USA/Italy Booth 313 Exhibiting: In the mid 1940s, Continuus-Properzi invented the methodology and process of continuously casting nonferrous rod. Today, Continuus-Properzi is a global leader of CCR lines for nonferrous wire rod production, offering a complete product line that includes all the necessary elements from furnaces and casting equipment to rolling equipment and dual wire rod coilers. The Properzi organization provides unparalleled continuous casting and rolling technology for the production of aluminum and copper wire rod on a global basis. Copper rod can be produced from either copper cathodes or 100% lowquality copper scrap to yield top quality copper rod. It also offers machinery for producing nonferrous ingots using the traditional wheel and belt method or the new track and belt system. Its Wire Machinery Division supplies drawing lines for high carbon steel, stainless steel, and AS wire as well as complete PC strand lines, PC wire lines and steel rope lines. A wide selection of technical literature will be available at its booth. Personnel: Giuseppe Marcantoni. Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc. Tel. 908-479-9818 Fax 908-479-1644 www.cortinovisamerica.com cortinovis@cortinovisamerica.com USA Booth 409

Exhibiting: Technical and commercial persons will be on hand to discuss specific project requirements. Companies include Cortinovis, Eurolls, Team Meccanica, Teurema and Vitari. Personnel: Anthony DeRosa, Steven Nichols. Dandong Decheng Plastic & Rubber Science & Techology Booth 208 Die Quip Corp. Tel. 412-833-1662 Fax 412-835-6474 www.diequip.com diequip@diequip.com USA Booth 518

Exhibiting: Die Quip will demonstrate its high quality line of tools for the wire industry that includes Knipex pliers andKrenn manual and powered bolt cutters. The Krenn line includes battery, pneumatic, hydraulic and electric cutters to meet any application. The new KTC cutters are designed to cut hard chain and spring wire grades. Knipex uses quality steel and induction hardening of the wear surfaces to provide tough pliers that hold up to industrial applications. For the electrical assembly industry, the company will demonstrating Knipex’s line of wire stripping and crimping tools Personnel: Tom Maxwell, Scott Maxwell. Engineered Control Systems, Inc. Tel. 508-679-9474 fax 508-679-9125 www.ecsinco.com craigd@ecsinco.com

Engineered Machinery Group, Inc. Macbee Engineering Tel. 909-476-9776 fax 909-476-6634 www.emc-wire.com jstevens@emc-wire.com USA Booth 202 Exhibiting: A variety of photos and literature for the wire and tubing industry, Personnel: Jerry Scott, Paul Smith, Jonathan Stevens. ERA Wire Inc. Tel. 203-933-0480 fax 203-933-0732 www.erawire.com rich@erawire.com USA Booth 704 Exhibiting: ERA Wire has been providing quality straight-cut wire since 1988, and it proudly introduces expanded capabilities for 2010. The company has a larger S&C machine, giving it the ability to process wire through .750 in. For nonferrous material, it processes through 1 in. wire. Its service continues to focus upon quality of output and rapid turn-around. The company’s extensive inventory of used/rebuilt wire straightening and cutting machines and replacement parts/tooling, is backed by a combined 50+ years of experience to service customer needs. ERA Wire follows strict procedures to ensure its wire is produced in accordance with the documentation guidelines of the medical, aerospace, and automotive industries. The company’s straight-cut wire service is quick, reliable and affordable. Personnel: Richard Rae, Richard Rae, Jr. Esteves Group Tel. 260-728-9272 fax 260-728-9751 www.estevesgroup.com sales@estevesgroup.us.com USA Booth 601 Exhibiting: All types of high preci-

sion wire dies, extrusion and special tools designed to create better results for customers. Personnel: Gary Kantz, Monica Lepper, Mark Watson. Eurodraw Energy (See OM Lesmo. Group)

dantrier@fabritex.com USA Booth 108 Exhibiting: Fabritex will showcase wire carriers, stem packs, accessory pieces, payoffs and metal fabrication. It will also discuss inventory and payment options to help save customers money. Personnel: Dan Trier, Lee Adams. Fastener Engineers (See Rockford Manufacturing Group.)

EuroWire Magazine Wire & Cable ASIA Magazine Tel. 44-1926834684 www.read-eurowire.com paul.b@intras.co.uk U.K. Booth 605 Exhibiting: EuroWire and Wire & Cable ASIA Magazine are international magazines for the wire and cable industry. They provide coverage of corporate news, new technology and technical articles. Personnel: Paul Browne, Gill Watson. The George Evans Corp. Tel. 800-733-5872 www.george-evans.com dave.evans@george-evans.com USA Booth 602 Exhibiting: Exhibiting the full line of TOROIDAL® shipping and process reels made from steel or aluminum. Reels made to NEMA, WECO, Aluminum Association and other specifications. Custom reel manufacturer with in-house laser and CNC fabrication capabilities. Maker of large structural reels and bolted reels that can be taken apart. Reels made to customer design, so bring blueprints to the booth for an evaluation. Personnel: Dave Evans, Reid Odean, John Kling. Fabritex Inc. Tel. 706-376-6584 fax 706-376-1434 www.fabritex.com

Filtertech, Inc. Tel. 315-682-8815 fax 315-682-8825 www.filtertech.com info@filtertech.com USA Booth 407 Exhibiting: For over 40 years, Filtertech has serviced the wire industry providing filtration and waste control systems. From coolant filtration and waste reduction, to cooling water temperature and clarity control for caster water, annealer quench and ferrous wire drawing, when it comes to dedicated service and continued technology advancements in filtration, Filtertech is the industry leader. Personnel: Tom Horn, Joe Scalise, Ken Thompson, Cary Corcoran. Fine International Corporation Tel. 732-933-0040 fax 732-933-4005 www.fineinternational.com finesales@gmail.com USA Booth 228 Exhibiting: Fine International Corporation’s Machinery Division is a worldwide supplier of custom machinery for wire and cable and fiber optic applications. Its product line includes extruders, payoffs and takeups, capstans, water troughs, recirculating systems, dancers, accumulators, respoolers, control panels, nitrogen gas injection systems, preheaters, vertical and horizontal braiders, SZ and plane-

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USA Booth 102 Exhibiting: Automation, controls and systems integration service and system start-up. The company will present its new Group name: TEKNIKOR. Personnel: Craig DiSano, Ken Potvin,

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tary stranders, rigid stranders, single and double twist cablers, corrugators, TIG welding lines and taping and binding heads. Personnel: Erik Macs, Bruce Ceres, Lee Wu. FMS USA Inc. Tel. 847-519-4400 fax 847-519-4401 www.fms-technology.com fmsusa@fms-technology.com USA/Switzerland Booth 517 Exhibiting: FMS will display its full product line of tension measurement and control products for the wire and cable industry. Specific products include: tension sensors (load cells), tension sensor amplifiers, tension controllers (closed loop) and BUS systems (Profibus, DeviceNet, CAN-open, etc.). It will demonstrate its new lowpower, compact wireless communication system that provides transmitted tension values from rotating process machinery to stationary controls. The system can be used for either tension measurement or real-time closed loop tension control of a payoff brake or drive located on the rotating portion of the machine. Foerster Instruments Inc. Tel. 412-788-8976 fax 412-788-8984 www.foerstergroup.com gwills@foerstergroup.com USA Booth 522 Exhibiting: Foerster Instruments Inc., a world leader in Eddy Current test equipment, provides the leading technology, quality and most comprehensive product range for non-destructive testing of metals, fine wires and tubes in the industry. Together with Foerster Systems, it designs and manufactures custom material handling systems to meet customer application specifications. Stop by the company’s booth to see its CIRCOGRAPH and DEFECTOMAT series of instruments. Foerster can provide the right solution for non-destructive testing needs. Personnel: Dan Trefelner, Hari Muthuswami.

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Fort Wayne Wire Die, Inc. Tel. 260-747-1681 fax 260-747-4269 www.fwwd.com sales@fwwd.com USA Booth 302 Exhibiting: Wire manufacturers looking for solutions to maximize profitability and remain competitive in the current global recession are encouraged to visit the FWWD booth. Along with showcasing its full line of diamond wiredrawing dies, FWWD personnel will be ready to provide details about the company’s unique die-inventory management and recutting services that optimize return on investment for its customers. Personnel: John Downey, John Dabbelt, Tino Corral, Alan Sidney, Darin Nicol. Frontier Composites and Castings Inc. Tel. 905-685-3633 fax 905-685-3482 www.frontier composites.com jwh@frontiercomposites.com Canada Booth 902 Exhibiting: Composite wire winding bows, flyer bows. Materials are carbon fiber and fiberglass in an epoxy matrix with kevlar used where desirable. Bows can be fully fitted and balanced, or blank. A wide selection of hardware is also available. Personnel: Jim Howe, Carol Howe. Gauder Group, Inc./Pourtier, Setic, Gauder SA and Mapre Tel. 336-856-8176 fax 336-856-8117 www.gaudergroup.com info@gaudergroup.com USA/Belgium Booth 916

Exhibiting: Gauder Group, the U.S. arm of Belgium’s Gauder SA, offers advanced rotating technology from its Pourtier and Setic businesses. These

companies provide innovative solutions for the production of communication and power cables: LV, MV, high and extra-high voltage (Milliken) power cable, OPGW cable, LV electric cords and cables, LAN cable, transformers wires, telephone cable and fiber optic cable. The group is a leader in second-hand machines for all wire and cable works with its Gauder “1000+” resale equipment. Gauder added heavy duty and reliable extruders from Mapré to its scope of sales at a cost-effective price. To achieve a higher level of performance and extended lifetime of the machines, a comprehensive range of services is available: machine upgrade, high technology bows, spare parts and consulting possibilities. Personnel: Alain Hawaux. Gem Gravure Company Inc. Tel. 781-878-0456 fax 781-871-2753 www.gemgravure.com sales@gemgravure.com USA Booth 212

Exhibiting: Gem Gravure continues to provide the best in product identification equipment for wire and cable applications. It will display the new alphaJET evo ink jet printer, a full line of RoHS compliant, environmentally friendly ink jet and contact inks as well as contact marking equipment and wheels. Gem Gravure has been family owned and operated since 1952. Personnel: Mark Kristoff, Ralph Snell, Jon Jensen, Paul Gemelli, Ramona Krogman, Markus Mueller, David Gemelli. GEMCO Tel. 508-678-3977 fax 508-677-0278 www.gemcoelectrical.com pete@gemcoelectrical.com USA Booth 102

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Slovakia/Canada Booth 716 Exhibiting: GMP Slovakia, represented in North America by Howar Equipment, will showcase a large array of its steel reels and reel handling equipment. The line-up includes machined reels for wiredrawing, pressed steel reels for bunching and extrusion lines, corrugated and structural steel reels for production and shipping and wire carriers and stem packs. Take-apart reels are available in a specialized assortment that includes the patented EASYKOIL PLUS reel, which allows one to coil wire, and lift the coil without needing additional tools. A complementary line of handling equipment, such as reel tilters, lifters pallets and coil lifters, is available to help manage wire packages. It will have a working display of handling equipment and reels. Personnel: Luca Ruggenenti, Chris Hauer.

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Exhibiting: Electrical and mechanical contracting equipment installation and plant cellurization equipment and plant relocation services. GEMCO will be presenting the company’s new Group name: TEKNIKOR. Personnel: Pete Paindiris, Phil Pelletier,

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Guill Tool & Engineering Tel. 401-828-7600 fax 401-823-5310 www.guill.com bconley@guill.com USA Booth 113 Exhibiting: Guill Tool & Engineering, a leading manufacturer of extrusion tooling, will demonstrate its complete line of extrusion crossheads. The company will feature its innovative line of C.V. crossheads that are available in both single and multi-layer versions as well as low-volume, fixed-center crossheads for fiber optic and circuit size wires. Also, FlexiSpiral designs that offer a unique package of features that include the company’s multi-port spiral flow deflector, patented feather touch adjustment, and the company’s “Seal Right” system that eliminates leaking. Personnel: Bill Conley, Mark Mulone, Roger Guillemette.

phosphates, oxalate coatings for stainless steel, immersion copper coating systems and stearate lubricants. Heatbath’s three U.S. blending facilities are located in Chicago, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; and Indian Orchard, Massachusetts. Its quality products are backed by knowledgeable technical service. ISO Certified. Personnel: Cheryl Hickman, Jerry Dwyer, Dennis Breton, Robert Anderson. Henkel Corporation Tel. 866-332-7024 www.henkelna.com/metals adhesives.inquiries@us.henkel.com USA Booth 701

Hall Industries (See The MGS Group.) Heany Industries Inc. Tel. 585-889-2700 fax 585-889-2708 www.heany.com cliffr@heany.com USA Booth 615 Exhibiting: Heany manufactures alumina and zirconia guides, bushings, pulleys, etc., for the wire and cable industry to increase the life of machinery components. It provides thermal spray coatings to custom fabricated or customer parts to increase wear and corrosion resistance. Heany also offers thermally insulating ceramics and coatings. Personnel: Scott Zolnier, Charlie Aldridge, Cliff Rabidoux, Kathie Carl. Heatbath Corporation Tel. 413-452-2000 fax 413 543-2378 www.heatbath.com info@heatbath.com USA Booth 417 Exhibiting: Heatbath Corporation is a leading supplier of cleaning and coating chemistries for the ferrous wire industry. Its product line includes cleaners, acid additives, descalers, zinc

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Exhibiting: Henkel is a total solutions provider to the wire industry, bringing value each step of the way. Look to Henkel for innovative technologies, including surface treatments, industrial cleaners, lubricants and pickling inhibitors. Backed by equipment and world class customer support, Henkel has customers covered. Houghton International Inc. Tel. 888-459-9844 fax 610-666-0174 www.houghtonintl.com info@houghtonintl.com USA Booth 422 Exhibiting: Houghton International is a chemical lubricant manufacturer dedicated to serving the wire drawing manufacturers around the globe. Howar Equipment Inc. Tel. 905-265-8912 fax 905-26588-34 www.howarequipment.com sales@howarequipment.com Canada Booth 716 Exhibiting: Howar Equipment will showcase wire and cable manufacturing accessories from the European manufacturers it represents. Displayed

products will include: steel reels, spools, carriers and reel-handling equipment; mechanical wire descalers, rotating dies, and scrap wire coilers; plasma wire surface and heat treatment; wire and cable taping lines; payoffs; take-ups and tension control equipment; extrusion crossheads, automatic color change systems and tooling; and automatic cable cross-section measurement. Howar, which has 30 years of industry experience, is interested in discussing any machinery and application inquiries to provide solutions to practical requirements. Personnel: Chris Hauer, Willy Hauer, Andrew Stromer, Brett Hamner. Huestis Industrial Tel. 401-253-5500 fax 401-253-7350 www.huestis.com sales@huestis.com USA Booth 515 Exhibiting: Huestis Industrial will display its new product lines of air wipes, shaftless payoffs and take-ups and cold pressure welders and dies. Literature will also be available for all of the company’s standard product lines. Personnel: Stephen Bettencourt, Howard Fancher. IDEAL-Werk/IDEAL Welding Systems L.P. Tel. 815-874-4349 fax 815-874-4015 www.idealweld.com scott@idealweld.com Germany/USA Booth 713

Exhibiting: Germany’s IDEAL-Werk, represented in North America by IDEAL Working Systems, is well known for the development and manufacture of welding machines for the wire and cable industry. The product line includes, but is not limited to, mesh welding machines, butt welders,

IDEAL Welding Systems L.P. Clifford Welding Systems (South Africa) & IDEAL-Werk (Germany) Tel. 815-874-4349 fax 815-874-4015 www.idealweld.com cwhite@idealweld.com USA Booth 713 Exhibiting: IDEAL Welding Systems will display brochures and videos. Visit and learn about IDEAL’s latest equipment and how it can help customers become more productive and efficient. The IDEAL product line includes, but is not limited to: mesh welding machines, grating welders, butt welders, band saw welders, CNC jig welders, wire straightening and cutting machines, wire rolling lines, custom built fully automated production lines, wire mesh fencing lines and reinforcing mesh welding lines. Personnel: Scott Liebenberg, Kevin Davis, Clive White. Industrial Heating Magazine Tel. 412-306-4351 fax 248-502-1044 www.industrialheating.com doug@industrialheating.com USA Booth 105 Exhibiting: Industrial Heating, a leading industry publication, has been applying the latest advances in thermal technology to practical use since 1931. With more than 20,000 BPA audited circulation comprised of mostly thermal processing engineers, Industrial Heating’s technical articles cover heat treatments, brazing, sintering, melting, process control, instrumentation, refractories, burners, heating elements, and other thermal processes typically in excess of 1000°F. JoeTools Tel. 770-832-7866 fax 770-832-7868 www.joe-tools.com sales@joe-tools.com USA Booth 222 Exhibiting: JoeTools will be showing

cross heads, tips, dies, flanges, and breaker plates for the extrusion industry. Included will be innovative 3-D designs and concepts. Personnel: Joe Dixon, Ron Neuman, Niki Bensley, Andrew Depue. Keir Manufacturing, inc. tel. 828-885-8444 fax 828- 884-7494 www.keirmfg.com mwalters@keirmfg.com USA Booth 106 Exhibiting: Keir is a North Carolina based manufacturer of engineered technical ceramic products serving the worldwide wire and cable industry with high purity ceramic guides and the Frontiersman line of air wipes. Keir’s mission is to engineer value and differentiation by partnering with each customer to generate solutions applying advanced materials to solve challenges of improving productivity. Personnel: Mike Walters.

Kniplex Booth 518 Albert Krenn Booth 518 Friedr. Krollmann GmbH Tel. 49-2352-955-0 www.krollmann.de info@krollmann.de Germany Booth 316

Exhibiting: Krollmann is one of the leading manufacturers of pointing machines and handling equipment of all types and sizes for wire, bars, rods, profiles and tubes. The production pro-

Keystone Steel & Wire Tel. 800-447-6444 fax 309-697-7487 keystonesteel.com martinmr@keystonesteel.com USA Booth 908 Exhibiting: Keystone Steel & Wire is a fully integrated producer of billets, wire rod, coiled rebar, direct-drawn, galvanized, and annealed carbon wire. It proudly provides the finest “Made In America” quality and service. Personnel: Bill Clapham, John Meier, Arthur Sandoval, Donna Rohman. King Steel Corp. Booth 425 Ernst Koch GmbH & Co. KG Tel. 49-2372-985-500 www.koch-ihmert.de sales@koch-ihmert.de Germany Booth 316 Exhibiting: On display will be the Koch manufacturing program for ferrous wire machinery. This includes dry-drawing machines, single-block drawing machines, deadblock coilers and spoolers, reinforcement concrete lines and auxiliary machinery. Personnel: Jochen Koch.

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CNC jig welders, wire mesh fencing lines and custom-built, fully automated production lines. Personnel: Scott Liebenberg, Clive White.

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gram covers roll-pointing machines, threading and pointing machines, swaging machines, loading systems, scrap-bundling machines and special purpose machines. Krollmann is able to deliver complete equipment and solutions to a customer’s request. Personnel: Oliver Funke. Krueger Steel & Wire Company Tel. 630-833-5650 fax 630-833-5652 www.kruegersteel.com dschmidt@kruegerco.com USA Booth 617 Exhibiting: Krueger Steel & Wire is a family-owned business located in Elmhurst, Illinois. Established in 1946, it produces: cold-drawn steel bars, sizes .125 in. to 1.00 in., in grades 1018, 1215, 12L14, 1100 series and alloys 4140 and 8620; drawn steel wire (plating quality and brite basic) sizes .052 in. to 1.00 in. It also provides custom services that include sulphuric acid pickling, lime coating, eddy current testing, chamfering and demagnetizing. Krueger Steel & Wire is proud of its personalized customer service, on-time delivery and the top quality product that is produced by the company’s staff of highly experienced steel industry professionals. Personnel: Neil Unverzagt, David Gillespie, Diane Schmidt, David Kissel, Tom Rogers. L-S Industries, Inc. (L-SI) Tel. 865-579-6294 fax 865-577-2193 www.l-si.com info@l-si.com USA Booth 103 Exhibiting: L-SI will display a variety of light-duty and protective reel wraps that can be applied in between the flanges of wooden or metal reels. These wraps can be secured with plastic strapping, a cost advantage over steel strapping. Many of these protective wraps can be stapled to the edge of the flanges (similar to wood lagging) to give additional deflective properties to the final package. Products are cut to fit reel dimensions such as inside or outside traverse measurement. The majority of these

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products come in rolled form, but they can be sent as sheet to the exact desired length to make packaging reels more efficient. L-SI also has the ability to combine many products. Its popular heat-scored CABLEGUARD has closed-cell foam that is laminated to the underside to provide a cushion up against the cables when the wrap is banded down as well as add impact protection. L-SI makes additional reel packaging products, such as drum liners, flange protectors and printed placards for metal reels. It will display a new prototype for a small reel made from corrugated plastic. Personnel: Chris Creasman, Don Ledford. Lämneå Bruk AB Tel. 46-1222-3200 fax 46-1222-3299 www.lamnea.se info@lamnea.se Sweden Booth 604

Exhibiting: Lämneå Bruk AB specializes in the design and manufacture of machines for the ferrous and stainless steel wire industry and is a reliable supplier of payoffs, mechanical descaling equipment, drawing machines and take-up units. Lämneå Bruk’s journey in the wiredrawing industry started more than 100 years ago, which has given the company a tremendous amount of experience that is incorporated into the design of its machines and equipment. Personnel: Stefan Peterson, Peter Holm. LaserLinc, Inc. Tel. 937-318-2440 fax 937-318-2445 www.laserlinc.com info@laserlinc.com USA Booth 508 Exhibiting: LaserLinc manufactures laser and ultrasonic non-contact

ID/OD/Wall measurement devices for in-process and off-line use. The hardware interfaces with a standard PC running Total Vu™ software. New for Wire Expo 2010: Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) and Structural Return Loss (SRL). FFT can analyze periodic deviations and combine that data with information about process equipment to identify causes of deviation. SRL can compute the signal loss at various frequencies throughout a length of cable. Personnel: Dan Dixon, Jeff Kohler, Marc Waldron, John Mumaw. Leggett & Platt Inc. Tel. 417-358-8131 ext. 3966 www.leggettwiregroup.com lucretia.burt@leggett.com USA Booth 510 Exhibiting: Leggett & Platt is a leading North American producer of drawn steel wire. L&P consists of six wire producing mills and several other operations that produce specialty wire products, some of which include rolled, flattened and shaped wire; proprietary bale ties; and components for automatic baling. Personnel: Lucretia Burt, Dan Gutos, John Calcagni. Leoni Wire Inc. Tel. 413-593-6618 fax 888-562-9473 www.leoniwire.com scottw@leoniwire.com USA Booth 610 Exhibiting: Leoni Wire is a leading manufacturer of fine wire stranded conductors, solid wire conductors, bobbins, copper flexibles and copper alloys, available in silver, nickel, and tin-plated constuctions using ETP or OFHC copper. Rope and braid constructions are also available. All products are produced in a high-tech, state-of-the-art ISO certified facility in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Personnel: Scott Wordsworth, Andy Zinner, Alex Boekholt, Neville Crabbe. Lesmo Machinery America, Inc. OM Lesmo

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Exhibiting: Lesmo Machinery America offers the most efficient and productive manufacturing technologies from world leader manufacturers in the stranding, drawing and accessory equipment industry, namely OM Lesmo, Eurodraw Energy (OM Lesmo Group), A. Appiani and Cometo. These companies drive their businesses by being at the leading edge of technology. Industrial-proven, technically advanced products include: production stranding machinery, wiredrawing machinery, steel reels (pressed, machined and fabricated types) and wire straightening, guiding and feeding attachments. On display will be a selection of steel reels from Appiani and wire processing equipment from Cometo. OM Lesmo/ Eurodraw Energy will present video of rotating and wiredrawing machinery, featuring production of aluminum strand Unilay 61 wire 1000MCM/500 sq mm produced on a 2500 mm double twist system. Personnel: E. Pasterk, H. Panchal, A. Brown, Lewis Machine (See Rockford Manufacturing.)

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Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc. Tel. 978-365-5700 fax 978-365-9700 www.lloydbouvier.com sales@lloydbouvier.com USA Booth 111 Exhibiting: Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc., provides rebuilt, used and new equipment to the wire and cable industry, from individual items such as payoffs, take-ups, capstans, cablers, stripers, dancers/accumulators, to complete lines for extrusion, cabling, respooling, taping, wiredrawing, and specialty applications. Each new or rebuilt machine or system is designed to the customer’s specific requirement and tested in-house before shipment to ensure conformance to customer requirements. It also offers complete rebuilding services for Wardwell 16 and 24 carrier braiders, with an extensive inventory of quality used parts on hand at all times. An on-site electronics department and modern machine shop provide customers with the latest technology for all their wire and cable equipment needs. At Wire Expo, the company’s equipment experts will present a digital display of new and rebuilt equipment, and be ready to discuss specific or unique requirements.. Personnel: Brian Bouvier, Mike McKee. M+E Macchine+Engineering S.r.l. Tel. 39-0341-806000 Fax 39-0341-806002 www.meitaly.it info@meitaly.it Italy Booth 316 Exhibiting: M+E specialize in the design and manufacturing of payoffs and take-ups for steel and stainless steel wires in coils or on spools for annealing, patenting, galvanizing, oil tempering and other in-line processes, with long experience in the steel-cord industry. M+E also manufactures wet drawing machines for steel and stainless steel wire, complete with horizontal or vertical axis spoolers. M+E machines are individually designed and manufactured to satisfy the most rigorous customer demands. Each machine is made up to a combination

of standard sub-assemblies that guarantee advanced technical quality and competitive prices. Personnel: Marco Fusoni. Madem Reels USA Tel. 423-648-4435 fax 423-648-4436 www.mademreels.com sales@mademreels.com USA Booth 204

Exhibiting: Madem Reels is a leading global reel manufacturer, annually producing approximately four million reels at its manufacturing plants in Brazil, U.S., Spain, Romania and Bahrain. It has more than 20 warehouses worldwide and supplies high quality reels HT (Heat Treated), according to ISPM 15, that are made of renewable pine. Madem covers all production steps, from the forest to the sawmill to the plywood mill and to the reel plant, using logistic solutions. Its monthly production is around 500 truckloads that supply more than 100 customers in more than 40 countries. Madem is ISO 9000 and ISO 14000 certified. Personnel: Gene DeFraties, Leandro Mazzoccato. Magnetic Technologies Ltd. Tel. 508-987-3303 fax 508-987-2875 sales@magnetictech.com USA Booth 101

Exhibiting: Magnetic Technologies manufactures permanent magnet brakes, clutches and couplings. It also manufactures wire and cable accessories that include: FastLocks, drive plates, cones and more. Typical applications include payoffs and retrofits

MAGPOWR Tel. 405-755-1600 fax 405-755-8425 www.magpowr.com magpowr@magpowr.com USA Booth 805 Exhibiting: Come see tension controls that make a big difference in output, including CYGNUS control and the versatile and easy “VERSATEC� with gain compensation to help run rolls to the core. MAGPOWR will display a sample of the largest selection of permanent magnet, magnetic particle and pneumatic brakes and clutches including the original line of PERMATORK and SOFSTEP brakes and clutches.

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With MAGPOWR products, lines run Faster. Smarter. Better. Personnel: Darrell Whiteside, Darren Irons. Metavan NV Tel. 32-56-359047 www.metavan.com info@metavan.com sales@howarequipment.com www.howarequipment.com Belgium Booth 716 Exhibiting: Located at the HOWAR Equipment booth, Metavan will showcase its steel reels, from 12 in.- 49 in., that are made to the highest quality and consistency. Metavan has had a longstanding philosophy to offer a specialized product mix of pressed steel reels using highly advanced machinery in order to offer only the highest quality reels and spools for stranding, bunching and cabling. Using automatic

machinery, all reels are able to be produced to the strictest standards at affordable costs. All products are then powder coated in any RAL color providing the customer with a highly wear-resistant finish, and are available in extremely fast manufacturing times due to the specialized equipment employed. Personnel: Francis Vanhaelewijn, Chris Hauer. The MGS Group MGS Manufacturing Inc./MGSHall/Northampton Machinery Co. Tel. 315-337-3350 fax 315-337-4502 www.themgsgroup.com sales@mgshall.com USA Booth 702 Exhibiting: The MGS Group, which consists of MGS Manufacturing, Hall Industries and Northampton Machinery Co., is an international

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for cablers, stranders and twisters. Featuring unique replacement solutions for friction brakes used for tension control on cablers, stranders and twisters. Personnel: Howard Schwerdlin.

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supplier of automation and technology solutions for product handling and twisting systems that are customized to optimize customer applications. The Group has comprehensive design and engineering capabilities, and its technology is ruggedly built for decades of reliable, consistent production, supported by personalized service. It will display: a fully automatic take-up with the unique robot handling system for depalletizing and palletizing; the Northampton Triple Twist Twinner; the latest design in slip ring brushes and holders; plus the Group’s standard product range, which includes: accumulators, payoffs, take-ups, dancers, capstans, accurate length counters, air wipes, swage tools, electric brazers, double-twist bunchers, twinners, and single-twist layups/cablers. Personnel: Jim Zampogna, Tom McComiskey. Micro Products Co. Tel. 630-787-9350 fax 630-787-9360 www.micro-weld.com bkeiler@micro-weld.com USA Booth 815 Exhibiting: Micro-Weld will exhibit the latest in butt welding technology. It offers a full line of butt welding equipment for wire and cable in both ferrous and nonferrous with diameters of .005 in. up to 1.50 in. Personnel: Bill Keiler, Bud Banks, Ed Harrington. Morgan-Koch Corporation Tel. 508-793-1945 fax 508-793-2163 www.morgan-koch.com straussrl@morgan-koch.com USA Booth 316

Exhibiting: Offering complete ferrous wire processing solutions. Personnel from Morgan-Koch, Koch and other

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machinery manufacturers represented by Morgan-Koch will be available to discuss equipment needs. Offerings include: wiredrawing and cold rolling lines from Ernst Koch GmbH & Co. KG; steel strand and wire rope production equipment from SKET GmbH; rod, wire and tube pointing and handling equipment from Krollmann GmbH; take-up and payoff frames for multi-strand processing lines and wet drawing machinery from M+E Macchine+Engineering Srl; and wire cleaning, pickling, coating and drying equipment from Sirio Wire Srl. Personnel: Jochen Koch, Bob Strauss, Karsten Krauskopf. Mossberg Associates, Inc. Tel. 401-334-2255 fax 401-334-3541 www.mossberg-reel.com info@mossberg-reel.com USA Booth 710 Exhibiting: Mossberg will have information on Boxy process and shipping reels; reel ancillary equipment; PCD and ND dies; wire processing equipment and compounds. Personnel: John Henschel, Rene Mayer. Nextrom (See Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies.) Niehoff Endex North America (NENA)/Niehoff Group Tel. 856-467-0584 fax 856-46-4884 www.niehoff-usa.com sales@niehoffendex.com USA/Germany Booth 613

Exhibiting: Niehoff Endex will present its new D401 & D1001 bunchers as well as stranding equipment for advanced category data and special cables. NENA now represents Bühler-

Würz rolling mills in North America for nonferrous applications. Booth personnel will be prepared to present all product lines, including rod breakdown, single and multiwire drawers, annealers, spoolers, coilers, drum packers, bunchers, stranders, braiders, automatic bobbin winder, and electroplaters for tin, silver and nickel. It also provides control packages for existing equipment, retrofits, overhauls and upgrades of components and complete wire processing lines. Personnel: Robert Wild, Edmond Torbey, Donald Neville. NIMSCO LLC/SB2C (See SB2C.) Northampton Machinery (See The MGS Group.) Northwire, Inc. Tel. 715-294-2121 fax 715-294-3727 www.northwire.com cableinfo@northwire.com USA Booth 711

Exhibiting: Northwire Inc. is an industry leader, providing innovative solutions in the marketing, design and manufacture of technical and retractile cables for diverse applications, including: industrial, energy, life sciences, government, machine vision, lighting, underwater and other market segments. Northwire has revolutionized the industry, establishing benchmarks for shortest lead times, unmatched quality and customer service excellence. Northwire experts will design, build and ship custom cables in as little as five days with no minimum length requirements. Personnel: Ken Anderson. NUMALLIANCE/ NUMAMERICA INC. Tel. 847-439-4500 fax 847-439-4515 www.numalliance.com infos@numamerica.com USA Booth 416

Exhibiting: CNC Wire tube and strip bending machinery, secondary operation equipment and robot integration Personnel: David Galas, John Griffin. Ohio Rod Products Tel. 812-689-6565 fax 812-689-6635 www.ohiorod.com tbusching@elginfasteners.com USA Booth 104

Oklahoma Steel & Wire Booth 520 OM Frigerio S.r.l Tel. 39-031-658-254 www.omfrigerio.it info@omfrigerio.it Italy Booth 716 Exhibiting: Wiredrawing accessories designed to increase wiredrawing production parameters. The vast array of OMF’s rotating die holders feature special lubrication boxes and cooling mechanisms to increase die life by reducing friction and temperatures, thus increasing drawing output. OMF

also provides in-line mechanical descalers that incorporate special wire brushing heads to descale and clean wire prior to entering the drawing machine. Scrap wire coilers finish off the product line in order to bundle and recycle scrap wire. Personnel: Chris Hauer. OM Lesmo Tel. 39-039-62840-1 Fax 39-039-6981148 www.omlesmo.com omlesmo@omlesmo.com Italy/Canada Booth 122

Exhibiting: Booth personnel will present all of the OM Lesmo Group

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Exhibiting: Ohio Rod Products will exhibit reel bolts for plywood, nailed wood, plastic and metal reel applications. It will also have samples of its recently expanded reel hardware line. Personnel: Tim Busching, Kent Carter, Ryan Detmer.

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product line, including the new technologically advanced, and highly efficient, double-twist machines up to 2500 mm in size together with nonslip rod break-down and multi wire drawing machines. It will show video of the first-ever aluminum strand Unilay 61 wire 1000MCM/500 sq mm, being produced on a DTO 2500. Also, video of common sizes and various other types of rotating machinery as well as related payoffs and taping heads. Renowned for its diverse range of rotating machinery for quality cable stranding and bunching, the trademark of the company, it will also present its high-efficiency/high output doubletwist, single-twist, rigid cage, tubular, planetary and high-speed stranders. EuroDraw Energy, part of the O.M. Lesmo Group, manufactures wiredrawing machinery for nonferrous materials and alloys. It will present its resilient line for multi- and single-wire drawing and rod breakdown together with specially developed annealers and coilers. The Group has subsidiaries in Germany and distribution in North America (Lesmo Machinery America, Inc.) with unmatched expertise to assist customers in sales and service. Personnel: E. Pasterk, H. Panchal.

Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) Tel. 732-398-2100 fax 732-398-2101 www.parkwaykew.com mpatrizzia@parkwaykew.com USA Booth 201 Exhibiting: Custom coatings for extreme wear applications including: capstans, draw rings, pulleys, stepcones, deflector wheel and tuner roll assemblies, wear rings and wire guide rolls. Capabilities include: manufacturing; CNC machining, grinding, polishing, hard-surfacing, plasma spray, metallizing, welding, and shaft, roll and journal restoration. Ceramic impregnated UHMW (HWGP) for economic, wear and corrosion-resistant pulley and sheave applications. Manufacture and re-contour solid tungsten carbide for forming, feeding and descaling rolls. Personnel: Robert Galperin, Mark Patrizzia.

Paramount Die Company Tel. 410-272-4600 fax 410-272-6559 www.paradie.com sales@paradie.com USA Booth 714

Phifer Incorporated Tel. 205-345-2120 fax 205-391-0799 www.phifer.com info@phifer.com USA Booth 211 Exhibiting: Aluminum round wire of various alloys .0045 in. to .4375 in. (.11 mm to 11.1 mm) for coaxial cable shielding, shipboard cable armoring, hose braiding, weaving, medical devices, industrial knitting, cold headed fasteners, wire forms, staples, packaging clips, etc. Copper clad aluminum, low carbon steel and bronze round wire .005 in. to .020 in. Personnel: Terry White, Greg Wisniewski, Will Evens.

Exhibiting: Paramount Die supplies wiredrawing nib technology for all types of drawing applications, including PC strand dies with pressure systems.Also, advanced pressure die systems (ParaLoc), standard die systems (ParaCase) and Paramount direct water cooled die boxes (DWC). Personnel: Ron Garceau, Scott Gipson, Rich Sarver.

Pinnacle Metals, Inc. Tel. 888-850-2210 fax: 815-232-1122 www.pinnaclemetals.com kpayton@pinnaclemetals.com USA Booth 519 Exhibiting: Pinnacle Metals is a manufacturer of high quality wire and bar in stainless steel and nickel alloys. The company can draw and anneal diameters from .035 in. up to .820 in. as well as straighten and cut the wire to produce bar in lengths of 3 ft to 40 ft. Its 300,000-sq-ft, state-of-the-art facility

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is located in Freeport, Illinois, convenient to several major highway systems for easy transit. Personnel: Gary Romig, Kurt Payton, Nickolus Pigott, William Pigott, Lou Arcuri, Ian Davidson, Ed Bennett. Pioneer Machinery Co. Ltd. Tel. 973-285-3211 fax 866-892-8724 www.pioneermachinery.us sales@pioneermachinery.us USA Booth 609 Exhibiting: Pioneer Machinery, a leading supplier of complete factory automation to the wire and cable industry, has developed one of the most advanced dual spoolers. The automated unit has closed-loop control traverse and 0 to 100% torque speed control, including 1000:1 vector duty motors. It provides high-speed continuous spooling for extrusion lines, with PLC-controlled automatic reel change, automatic reel load/unload. Automatic carrying in/out is done by a handy under-plate system. Pioneer also manufactures: extrusion lines, telephone and power cable lines, wiredrawing machines, copper/aluminum rod breakdown machines, basket down coilers, pointing and stringing machines, 7b double-twist buncher, 7-19b tubular, rigid and planetary machines, eccentric and concentric tapping machines, capstans, single and dual take up, payoffs, vertical and horizontal accumulators. Personnel: Jack Patino, Alejandro Munoz. Pittsfield Plastics Engineering, Inc. Tel. 413-442-0067 fax 413-445-7849 www.pittsplas.com polsta@aol.com USA Booth 712 Exhibiting: In addition to the complete line of plastic spools and reels for bare and insulated wire, tape, solder, tubing and monofilament, Pittsfield Plastics will feature the company’s new freight and cost-saving patented Break-DownTM Reel. Personnel: Thomas Walker, Sam Parris, Pete Olsta.

Few cold welding dies are this precise

Plymouth Wire Reels & Dies, Inc. Tel. 508-791-3456 fax 508-754-4281 www.plymouthwire.com plymouthwire@verizon.net USA Booths 112 Exhibiting: Literature and pictures of spools, reels and dies. Personnel: Guy Gallant, Mirek Swiderski.

Because we’re as particular about the performance of our dies as you are, we design and make them by hand in our own UK workshops, using only top quality tool steel. And we check each and every die for accuracy right through the production process. So when you choose a PWM die, you can be confident it's the best of its kind you can buy.

PolyOne Corporation Booth 801

To find out more about our high performance cold welding dies, call +44 (0) 1233 820847 or visit www.pwmltd.co.uk.

Polytec, Inc. Tel. 949-943-3033 fax 949-679-0463 www.polytec.com info@polytec.com USA Booth 315 Exhibiting: Visit Polytec, a world leader in laser-based, noncontact length and speed measurement systems, to learn about the latest solutions for speed and length measurements in the wire and cable industry. The company’s LSV1000 and LSV300 systems are specifically designed to be costeffective solutions for replacing contact encoder wheel measuring systems by providing long-term accuracy, reliability and consistency. Measure cable length with confidence. The result will be reduced maintenance, increased yield and improved margin.

PWM. Precision you can depend on.

wire 2010 Düsseldorf: stand 9B41 Wire Expo 2010: booth 109 All inquiries within North America for machines, spares and dies, contact: AMARAL AUTOMATION ASSOCIATES PO Box 7816, Cumberland, RI 02864 Tel: 401 405 0755 / 774 991 0504 Fax: 401 405 0757 E-mail: joe@amaralautomation.com www.amaralautomation.com Pressure Welding Machines Ltd Bethersden, Kent England TN26 3DY Tel: +44 (0) 1233 820847 Fax: +44 (0) 1233 820591 E-mail: pwm@btinternet.com Welders and dies available from PWM or authorised distributors only.

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Plasmait GmbH Tel. 43-3182-52475-1 www.plasmait.com info@plasmait.com Austria Booth 716 Exhibiting: Plasmait will exhibit the latest technology in plasma surface treatment for the wire, cable, tube and strip industry that will transform the economics of in-line wire processing. The plasma system provides advantages by allowing annealing and cleaning processes to be conducted in-line for wiredrawing of stainless steel, carbon steel and copper wires at process speeds. The solutions are built around a plasma treatment process that offers great advances in wire production efficiency, wire surface quality and process ecology and is designed for applications with demanding mechanical and surface requirements. Plasma treatment is conducted in controlled atmosphere to ensure distinct surface cleanliness and uncompromised surface quality. Personnel: Igor Rogelj, Willy Hauer.

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Personnel: Peter Nawfel, Vikrant Palan.

and dies in the U.S. and Canada. Personnel: Joe Snee.

Poutier SAS Booth 916

PrintSafe Booth 703

Precision Quincy Corp. Tel. 815-338-2675 Fax 815-338-2960 www.precisionquincy.com pqsales@precisionquincy.com USA Booth 817 Exhibiting: Precision Quincy Corp. will be displaying its high quality annealing and stressrelieving ovens. Stop by the company’s booth to learn more about Precision Quincy’s diverse line of specialty process ovens. Personnel: Ray Juhlin, Wayne Stanek, Mike Koontz.

Proton Products International Tel. 908-236-8484 fax 908-236-7001 www.webscher.com webscher@webscher.com USA Booth 213 Exhibiting: Proton Products will display the full array of instrumentation equipment offered from within its production range for the wire and cable industry. This includes laser Doppler speed and length gauges, single- and dual-axis laser scanners for measuring and monitoring wire diameter, lump and neckdown monitoring systems, high-frequency induction preheating systems for wire and cable conductor applications, high-frequency spark testers, capacitance gauges and process control systems. With over 30 years of experience designing and manufacturing instrumentation and process control products, the Proton Products team provides the most advanced technology at affordable prices. Personnel: Gregory Scher, Paul Smith.

Pressure Welding Machines Ltd. Tel. 44-1233-820847 Fax 44-1233 820591 www.pwmltd.co.uk pwm@btinternet.com U.K. Booth 109

Queins & Co. GmbH Tel. 49-2472-8080 Fax 49-2472-3014 www.queins.com info@queins.com Germany Booth 301 Exhibiting: British company PWM will showcase its comprehensive range of manually operated cold-pressure welders, including hand-held, bench and trolley-mounted machines, with capacities from 0.10 mm to 3.60 mm (.0039 in. to .141 in.) copper and 0.10 mm to 5.00 mm (.197 in.) aluminum. Robust and reliable, PWM’s high-performance machines produce strong, permanent welds quickly and cost effectively. The PWM range is featured by Amaral Automation Associates, exclusive distributor of PWM cold welding equipment, spares

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Exhibiting: Queins & Co. GmbH, a German-based company, has been a successful business for more than 30

years. It will display large pictures of delivered machines to the rope and cable industry as well as video of operating lines. Further information to be presented will include the range of different delivered lines for special applications, such as power transmission, steel rope applications and other fields. Visit the re-launched homepage of Queins, which presents all the company’s available equipment as well as a brief description about every machine for sale, whether it is new, secondhand or reconditioned. Personnel: Bruno Hützen, Eneyda Ameijeiras. Raajratna Stainless Wire (USA), Inc. Tel. 847-485-8210 fax 847-485-8254 www.raajratna.com jaimir@raajratna.com USA/India Booth 319 Exhibiting: Based in Chicago, Raajratna Stainless Wire (USA) is a subsidiary of India’s Raajratna Metal Industries Limited (RMIL), an ISO 9000: 2001 certified business that is a leading supplier of stainless steel wire. RMIL has been manufacturing various types of stainless steel wire for more than 20 years, serving various sectors in more than 50 countries across the globe. Personnel: Jaimir Sanghvi, Manish Sanghvi. Radyne Corporation Tel. 414-481-8360 fax 414-481-8303 www.radyne.com sales@radyne.com USA Booth 813 Exhibiting: Building on its success in delivering high-speed spring wire lines, in-line bright annealing lines, and wire coating lines, Radyne developed a new induction heating coil technology for even heating of thin strip. This revolutionary system delivers highly uniform heating across the strip for a wide variety of thicknesses and widths, making it ideal for copper cladding of steel and aluminum core wire. Radyne offers a range of standardized and integrated systems that

Personnel: Mike Plantamura, Jan Leisner, Valery Rudnev.

extrusion line take-ups reel trailers, strip stock pay-outs and feeders. Also available: a gantry-style take-up with traversing reel levelwind system and high accuracy “Length-Trac” measurers with +/- .05% tolerance.

Rainbow Rubber & Plastics Booth 720 Reel-O-Matic Tel. 405-672-0000 fax 405-672-7200 www.reelomatic.com tsimmons@reelomatic.com USA Booth 117 Exhibiting: Reel-O-Matic has a half century of experience in the design and manufacture of machinery for reeling and coiling of wire, cable, tubing, wire rope, rope, steel, fiber optic material, etc. Custom equipment is a specialty. Standard equipment includes: take-up and payout machinery (shafted and shaftless), turntables, coilers and spoolers, cut-to-length, high speed respoolers, linear measurers, reel jacks, reel roller platforms,

Refractron Technologies Corp. Tel. 315-331-6222 fax 315-331-7254 www.refractron.com jrodd@refractron.com USA Booth 217 Exhibiting: Stop by and see the company’s rapidly expanding line of zirconia products for the wire industry. From rollers and capstans to guides and pulleys, Refractron’s aim is to provide the wire industry with the highest quality parts combined with competitive pricing and customers service second to none. Stop by and learn the differences between the “ceramics” available in the marketplace. Please bring the most problematic wear parts to the

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Call Cemanco for

Drawing Cones and Capstans (by Ceramtec)

System Solutions Preformers VR Straighteners Rolls Guides Drives

Preformers for standard and customized final products. Do you have to manufacture strands and ropes in small batch sizes?

Parts available for all OEM equipment SYNCRO parts in stock 951 N.W. 31st Avenue • Pompano Beach, FL 33069 Phone: 954/970-3099 • Fax: 954/970-3056 e-mail: sales@cemanco.com Web page: cemanco.com

By using our standard VR or customized preformers you are able to manufacture your strands and ropes efficiently.

WITELS-ALBERT USA Ltd. Phone: 410 228 8383, FAX: 410 228 1813 info@witels-albert-usa.com, www.witels-albert-usa.com

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are adaptable for many different applications and materials including, but not limited to, annealing, hardening and/or tempering, relaxation, drying, preheating, brassing, coating and heating prior to extrusion of wire and strip. Standard equipment includes the spectrum of heat treatment technologies including its industry-standard, highspeed, spring wire heat-treatment lines and Hi-Bond® wire lines for prestressed concrete applications for the construction industry. It supplies complete turnkey systems, from payoff to take-up, for continuous-induction heat treatment with typical power outputs from 3 kW to 2000kW at output frequencies from 250Hz to 800kHz, that are able to operate at line speeds in excess of 600 feet per minute. Savings over conventional heat-treating methods include lower utility costs, reduced scale losses and consistent results and improved quality.

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booth for an in-person assessment. Personnel: Jason Rodd. RichardsApex, Inc. Tel. 215-487-1100 fax 215-487-3090 www.richardsapex.com raincorders@richardsapex.com USA Booth 918 Exhibiting: RichardsApex is a leading global manufacturer of wet lubricants for wiredrawing and hot-rolling applications. Its products include semi-synthetic and synthetic compounds for wet drawing of nonferrous and ferrous wire. Also available are protective coatings, cleaners, corrosion inhibitors and oil form lubricants for all nonferrous and ferrous alloys, in both wire and tube applications. The core products can be made at all of the company’s manufacturing locations in the U.S., Europe, Australia and, most recently, Mexico. With over 108 years of history, RichardsApex has an established global sales network to service customers throughout the world. This network provides on-site support and technical sales assistance to help improve productivity, enhance quality, and reduce costs. Its subsidiaries include RichardsApex Europe in Great Britain and RichardsApex AustralAsia in Australia. RichardsApex also has representatives in Canada, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, Taiwan, Thailand, Venezuela, and Vietnam to service the needs of the world’s wire and rod producers. Many other countries are serviced directly by one of the subsidiaries or by representatives based in one of the above countries. Please stop by and see how RichardsApex can partner with customers to help them achieve goals for production and cost savings. Personnel: Ron Higgins, Reid Barker.

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Rockford Manufacturing Group Tel. 815-624-2500 Fax 815-624-7254 www.rmgfelm.com rmgfelm@rmgfelm.com USA Booth 718

Exhibiting: Rockford Manufacturing Group, Fastener Engineers and Lewis Machine are innovative leaders in the wire industry. The company’s integrated in-line wire processing solutions are the epitome of lean manufacturing. Customers quickly realize reduced inventory, improved productivity, greater flexibility and most importantly, reduced total cost. The company’s in-line wire processing equipment is being used by many manufacturing processes including fastener production, nail making, wire bending, concrete products, steel bar processing, welded wire products, screw machine parts and wire straighten and cutting. RMG provides integrated systems for the processing of hot-rolled rod into descaled and drawn wire that is regularly used in a variety of production machines and processes to reduce material cost. Lewis Machine straightening and cutting equipment has been serving the wire industry for 100 years. RMG straighten and cut machines have introduced many revolutionary concepts including VF AC drives, three die arbors and its patented “Clutchless” cutting technology. For service and support, RMG is the only OEM for Fastener Engineers, Lewis Machine and G.C. Patterson equipment and the best source for all tooling, spare parts and technical service requirements. Attendees can tour the company’s state of the art manufacturing facility at www.rmgfelm.com. Personnel: Kirk Snyder, Kirk Prosser.

Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies Tel. 828-464-2543 Fax 828-464-5314 www.rosendahlaustria.com harri.turunen@nextrom.com USA Booth 514

Exhibiting: Members of the Knill Gruppe, Rosendahl and Nextrom are supported by Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies (RNT) for sales and service in North America. For the convenience of North American Customers, RNT offers the full range of products offered by companies of the Knill Gruppe for turn-key and compound solutions. Roteq Machinery Inc. Booth 307 SAMP USA Inc./SAMPSISTEMI Tel. 301-223-8584 Fax 301-223-8542 www.sampinc.com dperroud@sampinc.com USA/Italy Booth: 413 Exhibiting: SAMP USA, the U.S, business of Italy’s SAMPSISTEMI, presents the company’s product families of wiredrawing and extrusion equipment, systems and services for the wire and cable industry throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico and South America. For bare copper and aluminum wire production, SAMP USA offers the SAMP family of machines from rod breakdown to super fine multi-wire drawing including bunchers for reel sizes covering 315-1250 mm in diameter. It delivers the complete product line of SAMP EXTRUSION equipment and components for the manufacture of voice/data/image cables, building wires, low-voltage power cables, automotive and control cables. SAMP USA is also the principle for electro-plating lines from Erwin Neumann and tungsten carbide drawing capstans and cones from Rizzardi. SAMP USA is a wholly

SB2C/NIMSCO LLC Tel. 563-391-0400 fax 563-391-0403 www.nimsco.com info@nimsco.com USA Booth 502 Exhibiting: SB2C and NIMSCO LLC will be offering information and discussion on their complete line of wireforming machines, secondary operation equipment and specialty machines for both the wire and tube industries. Personnel: Jerry Ashdown, Gerald Jacques, Christophe Burioni. Schunk Graphite Technology Booth 320 Sealeze/A Unit of Jason, Inc. Tel. 804-787-7325

www.sealeze.com industrial@weatherseal.com USA Booth 205 Exhibiting: Sealeze offers the broadest range of strip brush for industrial as well as weatherseal applications. Over the years, its commitment to quality, service and customer satisfaction has made it among the largest manufacturers in the U.S. focused only on strip brush. All of the company’s strip brush products are manufactured at its factory in Richmond, Virginia. Located in the Mid-Atlantic region, Sealeze is near major transportation routes, both north/south and east/west. It is a unit of Jason Incorporated, and part of the Jason Brush Group, which has manufacturing facilities and sales offices throughout the world. The company offers strip brush in the most sizes, filament types and materials. Its extensive forming capabilities enable the

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company to provide custom-formed shapes to meet specific application requirements from guiding and shielding to cleaning and sealing. Its metal and synthetic filament brushes for descaling applications include the following spiral and straight brushes: brass-coated steel filament with galvanized steel holding section, 2.25 in. and 3 in. ODs; stainless steel filament with stainless steel holding section, 1 in. and 1.25 in. ODs; nylon or polypropylene (black or white) filament with stainless steel or galvanized holding section, 2.25 in. ODs; and non-scratching nylon filament, ideal for removing talc from copper wire. Larger and smaller diameter spirals are available with short lead times. Spiral and straight strip brushes are available in many lengths or custom-cut lengths. Personnel: Patrick Fitzgerald, Michael Jordan.

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Call today for a free quote (706) 376-6584 x227 or visit our website www.fabritex.com

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owned subsidiary of SAMP SpA, Italy. Personnel: Dominique Perroud, Marco Gerardo.

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Setic SAS Booth 916 Sikora International Corporation Tel. 770-486-1233 fax 770-486-1201 www.sikora-usa.com sales@sikora-usa.com USA Booth 922

Exhibiting: Sikora presents its new innovative LASER 6000 series with capabilities of diameter measurement from 0.002 to 19.7 in. The company is uniquely equipped to provide diameter gauges that satisfy customer needs with value-packed devices. Its gauges illustrate the latest developments for the datacom, building wire and automotive industries. The CENTERVIEW 8000, an industry-leading, totally noncontact eccentricity and wall thickness gauge, delivers patented features developed by SIKORA. The X-RAY 6000 represents the latest technology for jacketing lines, insulating lines, coaxial extrusion lines and more, while the X-RAY 8000 NXT delivers the most enhanced system for medium- and high-voltage CCV and VCV extrusion lines today. Personnel: Jeff Swinchatt, Sue Lynch, Barry Mosemann, Jhonathan Ruiz. SIMPACKS Tel. 973-402-4098 fax 866-892-8724 www.simpacks.com sales@simpacks.com

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USA Booth 609 Exhibiting: The company’s dual-head automatic coiler can coil or wind telephone and building wire cables, both round and flat, as well as computer cables with diameters from 1 mm/0.04 in. to 8 mm/0.3 in. It is capable of producing 6-8 coils per minute. SIMPACKS’ new single head automatic coiler can coil or wind telephone and building wire cables, both round and flat. It can process short lengths 2M/5M/10M/15M/ 25M/50M/100M, with up to six to 10 coils per minute. ID = 50mm. SIMPACKS coilers can process round or flat cable; solid or stranded cable; telephone cable, battery cable, armored cable, annealed steel wire and special cable. Automatic coiler + strap and coiler + bind are available for packaging solutions. Controls can be chosen by the customer as Allen Bradley, Siemens, Telemecanique, Mitsubishi, Omron and more. Personnel: Alejandro Munoz, John Garb. Sirio Wire Srl Tel. 39-0362-573197 Fax 39-0362-576138 www.siriowire.it info@siriowire.it Italy Booth 316

Exhibiting: A provider of superior technology, know-how and services, Sirio Wire designs, builds and installs equipment for the chemical and electrochemical treatment of wire; fumeless HCI pickling and fluxing baths; electrochemical pickling baths; ultrasonic and electrolytic cleaning lines for aluminium, stainless steel and oil tempered wires, etc.; bronze-coating lines for bead wire; phosphating baths; plating lines (zinc, copper, nickel); coating baths; electrically heated dryers; and process equipment such as tanks, scrubbers and fume exhausts. Personnel: Thierry Heyen.

Sivaco Wire Group Booth 305 SKET Verseilmaschinenbau GmbH Tel. 49-391-40558-0 Fax 49-391-40558-15 www.sketvmb.de info@sketvmb.de Germany Booth 316

Exhibiting: SKET’s products and services cover the full range of machines necessary to produce steel wire rope and cable. Its equipment includes tubular-stranding machines, double- and single-twist bunchers, planetary-stranding machines with and without back-twist, drum twisters and special purpose machines. SKET’s product range includes high-output machine systems and complete innovative equipment solutions for the production of steel wire rope, steel cord, low relaxation PC wire and strand, telecommunications cable (copper and fibre optic), energy cable, submarine cable and OPGW cable. Personnel: Michael Moesken. Sonoco Molded Plastics/Crellin Tel. 518-392-1700 sonocomoldedplastics.com david.gluth@sonoco.com USA Booth 116 Exhibiting: Bolstered by the acquisition of EconoReel, Sonoco Crellin will display its entire product range, including its corrugated, light-weight, lowcost Windak utility spool. Personnel: David Gluth, Jay Swetenburg, Christine Matthias. Sonoco Reels Tel. 800 633-3962 fax 256-751-5101 www.sonoco.com/reels wcr.sales@sonoco.com USA Booth 116 Exhibiting: Looking for an alternative

Staku GmbH Booth 320 Stoelting, LLC Tel. 920-894-2293 Fax 920-894-7029 www.stoeltingcleaning.com cleaning@stoelting.com USA Booth 709 Exhibiting: Stoelting LLC supplies a complete line of parts-washing equipment. It will display cleaning equipment for wire and strip. Personnel: Jim Timler, John Mittnacht, Tom Gordon. Stolberger Inc. DBA Wardwell Braiding Co. Tel. 401-724-8800 Fax 401-723-2690 www.wardwell.com tomaz@wardwell.com Germany/U.S. Booth 611 Exhibiting: Brading, Rewinding, Shielding equipment. Personnel: John Tomaz. August Strecker GmbH & Co. KG Tel. 49-6431-96-10-0 Fax 49-6431-44 22-1 www.strecker-limburg.de sales@strecker-limburg.de Germany Booth 616

Strecker GmbH produces all kinds of welding equipment (electric and cold) to serve the worldwide wire and cable industry. Its sales and service is supported by 40 representative offices. Production includes welders for steel or nonferrous metals, including automatic deburring and steel cord or ropes as well as many special purpose machines.

ery rebuilding and totally rebuilt wire drawing machinery, including multiwire machinery rebuilds. It offers consultations on wire machinery problems and provides spare parts for many brands of wire-working machines. TMS also supplies ceramic pullblocks and wire guides. Personnel: Gerry Runyan, Greg Daniels.

T & T Marketing, Inc. Tel. 973-426-0453 Fax 973-426-0457 www.ttmarketinginc.com info@ttmarketinginc.com USA Booth 312 Exhibiting: Account managers and literature will be available regarding PVC, TPE, crosslinkable and polyolefin compounds, Santoprene™ rubber compounds, nylon, flooding and filling, dispersions and concentrates, fluoropolymers and chlorinated polyethylene. Personnel: Tom Jordan, Henry Harris, Jim Kamas, Barbara Latta, Craig Shell, Ken Strandberg, Amy Theobald.

Taubensee Steel & Wire Company Tel. 847-459-5100 Fax 847-459-5187 www.taubensee.com kmikkelson@taubensee.com USA Booth 216 Exhibiting: Serving customers from both Wheeling, Illinois, and Henderson, Kentucky, Taubensee Steel & Wire Company produces low-carbon plating quality wire, bright basic quality wire, industrial quality wire, hard-drawn spring wire, galvanized wire and cold drawn bar in coil and straightened and cut form. Wire sizes range from .047 in. to .750 in. and bar up to 1.375 in. Special packaging and tolerances are also available. Personnel: Vern Abel, Brett Sarver, David Westerbeck, Kris Mikkelson, Bill Smith, Ed Parcell, Phil Rizzo.

Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc./Wire Division Tel. 256-480-5124 Fax 256-761-9867 www.tmsco.com wire@tmsco.com USA Booth 608 Exhibiting: TMS offers wire machin-

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Lewis 12FHA and Lewis 10FHA Now Available Over 20 used Lewis Straighten and cut machines for sale. Call 708-388-6300 Or email rbender@worthsteel.com

Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc. 4001 W. 123rd St. Alsip, IL 60803 www.worthsteel.com Exhibiting: Founded in 1933, August

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to sending empty wood reels to a landfill? Looking for the widest selection of nailwood, steel (shipping and process) plywood, polyfiber and EcoReels (recycled)? Look to Sonoco Reels. Backed by more than 110 years of dedicated service, Sonoco combines the best, most cost-effective materials to deliver targeted solutions for packaging products. Stop by and talk with its experts. Personnel: Larry Easterling, Allen Bishop, Jim Printz, Brooke Stonesifer, Wendy Williams.

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cable, wire rope, pipe, hose and tubing. Personnel: Tim McElhany, Jim Miller, Terry Simmons, Ethan Allen.

Thermoplastics Engineering Corp. Tel. 978-537-8135 Fax 978-537-5484 www.thermoplasticseng.com timd@thermoplasticseng.com USA Booth 219 Exhibiting: Custom wire and cable machinery and lines. Personnel: Tim Dacey, Patrick Wilkins. Traxit North America Tel. 901-365-8525 Fax 901-366-8414 www.traxitna.com info@traxitna.com USA Booth 516 Exhibiting: Wire Expo 2010 provides Traxit North America and Traxit International GmbH the ideal opportunity to present its new range of “Made in America” lubricants. Additionally, at the forefront of innovation and in order to comply with new regulations concerning borax content in Europe, Traxit has a range of lubricants and coatings with 0% borax available immediately. Whatever the lubricant environmental needs, Traxit has the answer. Personnel: Hubertus Damm, David Tatum, Richard Lankshear, David Pawloski. Tubular Products Company Tel. 800-456-8823 Fax 205-856-1398 www.tubularproducts.com hboyd@tubularproducts.com USA Booth 504 Exhibiting: Different style carriers, reels and baskets will be on display. Sales and marketing staff will be ready to answer any questions and describe new programs that the company offers. Personnel: Howard Boyd, Matt Brown. Tulsa Power Inc./Reel-O-Matic Tel. 918-584-1000 Fax 918-584-3421 www.tulsapower.com sales@tulsapower.com USA Booth 117

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Exhibiting: Tulsa Power has recently introduced its new line of 100K Gantry Systems (photo). The units are offered in both payoff and take-up configurations. Reel capacities range from 2175 mm thru 4350 mm flange diameter, reel widths to 4572 mm and maximum reel weights to 100,000 lb. The entire structure offers easy loading and un-loading of reels with true walkthru capabilities. The telescoping superstructure’s portal design conforms to the reel size to minimize floor space requirements. Each system traverses on rails to offer material payout or take-up with no fleeting angle. Electromechanical drives are utilized to allow for up/down and in/out manipulation of the main frame during reel load/un-load sequences. Main drive systems are engineered to customer specifications and are complemented with a full-color operator touchscreen interface that is used to communicate parameters used by the operator in relation to the product being run, the reel being used, display status, position and fault alarms of the unit. Tulsa Power and Reel-O-Matic, with a combined total of almost 100 years of manufacturing, is a leading wire and cable handling equipment manufacturer. Both companies manufacture and design a wide range of material-handling equipment. This includes payoffs, take-ups, accumulators, cabling lines, linear measurers, caterpillars, coilers, rewind/test lines, twinner/quadders, concentric and eccentric taping lines, spiral striping machines and control upgrades as well as the design and development of customized handling equipment for manufacturers and distributors of wire and

United Wire Co., Inc. Tel. 800-840-9481 Fax 203-752-1762 www.unitedwirecompany.com bob@unitedwirecompany.com USA Booth 706 Exhibiting: United Wire is a leading manufacturer of flat, square, and shaped wire in carbon steels, stainless steels, copper alloys and nickel alloys. Personnel: Bob Swanson, David Hitchcock, Bryan Hitchcock. Unitek Crossheads/Howar Equipment Inc. Tel. 905-265-8912 www.unitek.at office@unitek.at Austria/Canada Booth 716 Exhibiting: Unitek, represented in North Ameria by Canada’s Howar Equipment, will be exhibiting its high precision/high concentricity fixed center crossheads fluoropolymer materials and single- to multi-layer crosshead for thermoplastic materials. Unitek manufactures a complete line of fixed center crossheads capable of producing up to 120 mm (4.75 in.) over-insulation diameter. With special tool designs, a variety of materials and applications can be handled. In addition to the crossheads, peripheral equipment such as bypass valves are offered that provide efficient purging of material and changing of product. This keeps the head clean during tool changes. Unitek is also a leader in automatic color change technology, which allows production lines to change colors within 50-100 feet while at full line speed. More than 16 systems are available for various applications in automotive, building wire and communication cables. Information for these systems will be available. Personnel: Berndt Klein, Andrew Stromer, Chris Hauer.

US Synthetic Wire Die Tel. 801-235-9001 fax 801-751-0062 www.usswiredie.com info@usswiredie.com USA Booth 411 Exhibiting: At US Synthetic Wire Die, the objective is to help customers become more competitive by providing reliable, long-lasting PCD dies. Each die is made at the company’s plant in Orem, Utah. Dies sized from .004 to .385 in. are available that use standard PCD blank sizes (D6 through D30). A subsidiary of US Synthetic, a leading producer of PCD for oil and gas

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drilling inserts, it builds upon a 28year reputation for product innovation, customization, “dock to stock” quality, and on-time delivery. Personnel: Todd Mick, Rich Ladd, Joe Memmott. Vandor Corporation/Reel Options Tel. 800-452-4744 fax 765-966-7676 www.reeloptions.com adrienne.cowen@vandorcorp.com USA Booth 914

Exhibiting: Customers appreciate the broad flexibility offered by the Reel Options® line of reels and flanges while paying only for the level of pro-

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UniWest Tel. 509-544-0720 fax 509-544-0868 www.uniwest.com info@uniwest.com USA Booth 809 Exhibiting: UniWest, a recognized leader in Eddy Current test instruments, sensors and accessories, provides inovative solutions with the best signal to noise test results for the nondestructive testing of metal bar, tube and wire. Its engineers are available to help solve customers’ production requirements as well as to enhance inspection results. Stop by see its 525M Eddy Current instrument and test coils, which provide the right solution for non-destructive testing needs. Personnel: Joe Ferralli, Bryan Leach, Burt Goranson, Tom Guettinger.

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tection and strength they really need. The reel product line is made possible by the combination of various manufacturing methods. These include injection molding machines with up to 1000 ton capacity; custom die-cutting using clamshell, flatbed or roller-type presses; and complete testing capabilities. The company manufactures millions of reels and KD flanges per year. No matter the application, Vandor has Reel Options for customers. Personnel: Mark Elder. Vollmer America, Inc. Tel. 860-824-5157 Fax 860-824-0682 www.volllmeramerica.com john@vollmeramerica.com USA Booth 210 Exhibiting: Vollmer designs and manufactures a complete line of continuous strip thickness and width gauges for flat wire mills and for lines with special profiles. Guides are provided for shapes to monitor the characteristics that are most critical to the user. Contact to the strip with specially manufactured diamond contacts allow for accurate measurement even if the line has a lot of dirt and oil on the wire. SPC and feedback controls may also be seen. Personnel: John Wallace, Dick Pechie, Al Gayheart. WAFIOS Machinery Corporation Tel. 203-481-5555 Fax 203-481-9854 www.wafios.us sales@wafios.us USA Booth 616 Exhibiting: WAFIOS will display spring and wire forming machines, Strecker butt welders for ferrous and nonferrous wire and strand, Grauer machines for staple production and Hezel shears. Personnel: Donald Fisher, Ray Brunet. WCISA®: Wire and Cable Industry Suppliers Association® Tel. 330-864-2122 Fax 330-864-5298

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www.wcisaonline.org info@wcisaonline.org USA Booth 121 Exhibiting: WCISA® is a nonprofit corporate membership association of North American suppliers of machinery, materials and accessories used for making all types of wire and cable. It promote its members’ products and services by providing representation, networking/social opportunities and services at wire and cable trade events and conferences. WCISA is active, both as an exhibitor and supporter, in wire and cable trade events and conferences throughout the world. Personnel: Mike McNulty. Weber & Scher Mfg. Co./AFA Ind. Tel. 908-236-8484 Fax 908-236-7001 www.webscher.com webscher@webscher.com USA Booth 213 Exhibiting: Weber & Scher, which has specialized for more than 65 years in providing equipment and technology to the wire and cable industry on a worldwide basis, will present information and literature covering the company’s complete production program, including metal tape handling and splicing equipment as well as longitudinal forming equipment for smooth and corrugated metal tape; core wrap tape handling and applicating equipment; concentric and eccentric binding machines, concentric and tangential taping heads, Kevlar serving equipment; cable core pressure filling and flooding equipment for optical fiber cables and copper telephone cables; metal tape overlap seam bonding systems; multi-position tension controlled supply equipment, high speed rewind/repair equipment, belt

wrap type capstans, linear belt type caterpillar capstans, vertical and horizontal cable accumulators, and cable pay-offs/take-ups (see supporting photograph attached). Specific presentations will cover the company’s unique INDUCTOWELD and GATWELD continuous seam welded metal tape sheathing systems for coaxial cables, RF Cables, optical fiber cables and power cables. INDUCTOWELD uses high-frequency induction welding technology while GATWELD uses a TIG (GTAW) welding process to produce longitudinally seam welded metal tape sheath constructions. Corrugating systems are available for either a helical or annular corrugation in the inner and outer conductors of RF coaxial cables in tandem with the welding operation. Personnel: Gregory Scher. Whanghae Precision Tel. 82-31-998-6342 www.whprecision.com whanghae@whprecision.com South Korea Booth 912 Exhibiting: Whanghae Precision offers thermal spray coating technology that improves wear-resistance, corrosion-resistance and heat-resistance on the surface, as well as machining services, based on premier technology and know-how accumulated over 26 years. It manufactures capstans (stepcones), capstan rings used for wire drawing machines as well as other parts, including roller guides and pulleys. The company is well known for providing high quality products, stable prices and quick service in Japan, the U.S., Europe and other Asian markets, as well as in the domestic market, thanks to excellent and various coating materials and products. Personnel: Jason Chung, S.H Lee. Windak Inc. Tel. 828-322-2292 Fax 828-322-1716 www.windakusa.com info@windakusa.com USA/Sweden Booth 707

Exhibiting: The U.S. business of Sweden’s Windak AB, Windak Inc. will present information about the company’s spooling, coiling, payoff and take-up equipment for processing wire and cable, tubing and other flexible products. Wire & Cable Asia Booth 605 Wire & Cable Technology International (WCTI)

and market newsletter, which is published 18 times per year. Personnel: Chip Lippincott, Tom Hutchinson, Mike McNulty. Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp. Tel. 860-583-4646 fax 860-589-5707 www.wireandplastic.com sales@wireandplastic.com USA Booth 218 Exhibiting: Wire & Plastic Machinery Corporation is a global leader in second-hand wire, cable and optical fiber manufacturing equipment. Featuring the most comprehensive range of machinery with over 20,000 items in stock, equipment is offered as is, checked for operability or completely reconditioned to customer specifications. Machinery is available for: rod breakdown to fine wire drawing machines, stranders, bunchers, extrusion and jacketing lines, braiders, planetary and single twist cablers, drum

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Tel. 330-864-2122 fax 330-864-5298 www.wiretech.com mcnulty@wiretech.com USA Booth 121 Exhibiting: WCTI is a bimonthly international technical magazine for manufacturers, processors, distributors and users of all types of electrical, communication and mechanical wire and cable including fiber optic cable. The print edition goes to readers in over 100 countries; the digital edition is available at www. wiretech.com. WFTI is a quarterly international technical magazine for manufacturers, distributors and users of all types of springs, wire formed parts, wire mesh and rebar products. It covers machines, materials and accessories used to make these parts. Subscriptions are free to industry professionals. Readers in more than 70 countries. Other publications include the annual WCTI Buyers’ Guide and the OVERVIEW business

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twisters, payoffs, take-ups, caterpullers, rewind lines, and more. Wire & Plastic Machinery has eight North American locations (3 million sq ft) with complete rebuilding facilities in Bristol, Connecticut, and Bonham, Texas. Other services are: machinery purchases for cash or trade, appraisals, liquidations and customized machinery solutions. WPM will showcase inventory highlights and personnel will be on site to discuss customers’ specific machinery requirements. Personnel: Rick Narang, Rahul Sachdev, Greg Maclervelli, Rishi Narang. Wire Asia (See Eurowire.) Wire Association International Wire Journal International Tel. 203-453-2777 Fax 203-453-8384 www.wirenet.org sales@wirenet.org USA Show Floor The WAI will display the association’s publications, products and services, including Wire Journal International, The Wire Journal International 2010 Reference Guide, its new publication in India: WIRE BULLETIN, and a range of association technical books, reports and DVDs. Also, news about the WAI’s International Technical Conference to be held October 18-20, 2010, in Monterrey, Mexico, as well as information for WAI membership opportunities, its chapter network and www.wirenet.org. Also, booth availability for Interwire 2011, the largest wire and cable show in the Americas, to be held May 3-5, 2011, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Personnel: Janice Swindells, Marc Murray, Chip Marsh, Jan Valois, Chuck Szymaszek, Adrienne Simpson. Wire Lab Company Tel. 216-362-0800 Fax 216-433-0007 www.wirelab.com e-mail@wirelab.com USA Booth 418

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Exhibiting: Mechanical descaling machinery for inline processing of green rod. WILCO lubricant applicators and pressure die holders. Personnel: Rob Fulop, Al Luikart. Wire Machine Systems Tel. 260-483-9269 Fax 260-484-0515 www.wire-machine.com sales@wire-machine.com USA Booth 320 Exhibiting: Wire Machine Systems will display state-of-the-art equipment for cold drawn bar production, wiredrawing and peeling/shaving machines, wire cleaning and pickling (chemical and shotblasting), wire straighteners and feeders, cable and wire guides, steel reels and handling equipment, straighten and cut lines as well as a wide array of spare parts. Personnel: Bo Knueppel, Jay Griffith. Witels Albert USA Ltd. Tel. 410-228-8383 www.witels-albert-usa.com info@witels-albert-usa.com USA Booth 616

Exhibiting: Witels Albert USA will present both new and field-proven solutions from its range of straightener, roll, guide, feed and pre-former products. Using “Superior ideas and products for tomorrow’s demands” as its motto, the company will turn the spotlight onto engineering solutions for straightening applications. The show also gives visitors the opportunity to learn more about the latest clever ideas from the world of wire, tube, rope and cable production and to familiarize

themselves with the services and what the Witels Albert and the Witels Albert USA websites have to offer. Personnel: Bob Flower. Woodburn Diamond Die, Inc. Tel. 260-632-4217 Fax 260-632-4388 www.woodburndd.com tsieger@woodburndd.com USA Booth 215 Exhibiting: Woodburn Diamond Die will display single crystal, polycrystalline diamond dies and carbide dies. Its product line includes dies for drawing, stranding, bunching, enameling, extruding and guides. Also provided will be information on ultrasonic die reconditioning equipment and die profiling software. Personnel: John Rumpz, Bill Schwehn, Terry Sieger. Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc. Tel. 708-388-6300 Fax 708-388-6467 www.worthsteel.com rbender@worthsteel.com USA Booth 428 Exhibiting: WSM supplies steel wire in carriers, coils and straighten and cut lengths. It currently produces wire from .047 in. to .625 in., and plan to increase this capacity to 1 in. by year’s end. Cut length capacities range from 1 in. to 20 ft. A current list and photos will be available of used wire fabricating equipment that is available and ready for sale. Personnel: Bill Bender, Jim DeGrado, Bob Bender, Joe Micklin, Ike Baya. WTM srl Howar Equipment Inc. Tel. 905-265-8912 www.wtmachinery.com info@wtmachinery.com Italy/Canada Booth 716 Exhibiting: Represented in North America by Howar Equipment, WTM will present video and other information about its high-precision taping heads and complete horizontal and vertical taping lines. WTM has specialized machines to meet multi-layer

Zumbach Electronics Corp. Zumbach Electronic AG Tel. 914-241-7080 Fax 9142417096 www.zumbach.com sales@zumbach.com USA/Germany Booth 401 Exhibiting: Zumbach will show its full range of solutions for in-line and off-line measurement and control of wiredrawing, insulating, and jacketing applications, presenting many new developments and products. Sensors: The advanced ODEX®10 concentricity and diameter gauge for wire extrusion, not affected by environmental

conditions, and fully non-contact, based on magnetic and laser technology; new laser based diameter gauges for very large cables and profiles; three-axis laser diameter gauges with built-in fault detection; Ethernet TCP/IP enabled diameter gauges for networking without the need for external processors; and new ultrasonic scanners for wall thickness measurement for quick and easy adaptation to cable diameters and space-saving integration. Data acquisition, processing and display units (processors): a full program of USYS processors, ranging from a low-cost basic model up to the high-end multi-processor/controller. Complete Measuring and Control Systems: RAYEX®, Zumbach’s new line of X-ray wall thickness eccentricity systems for CV lines, offering very economic pricing, advanced hardware/software and powerful control functions and data acquisition; WALL-

MASTER wall thickness and eccentricity systems for cable jackets and DIA/CAL option for fully automatic calibration and control; and CELLMASTER® and JACKETMASTER as well as MULTILINE systems for extrusion and wire-drawing based on the new USYS line. Personnel: Keith Donahue, Ryan Cahill, Carolyn Edwards.

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Sjogren Tensile Testing Wedge Grips

• Manufactured with a proprietary tooth pattern for superior grip and longevity. • A variety of sizes and styles to be used with Baldwin/Satec, Instron, and Tinius Olsen tensile testing equipment. • Custom manufacturing available. • Lifetime return guarantee on defective material or workmanship, and a 30-day no-risk warranty. For more information visit www.sjogren.com. Sjogren Industries, Inc. Tel: 1-508-987-3206 Fax: 1-508-987-1965 www.sjogren.com

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taping with exact overlap requirements. Also, its comprehensive line of payoffs and take-ups as well as rotating payoffs with single-twist stranders from WTM’s production line. Personnel: Aldo Zanirato, Willy Hauer.

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EXHIBITOR PRODUCTS Product Directory Adhesives, Sealants & Coatings

Wire Association International . . . . . . . .show floor

Henkel Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .701 Parkway-Kew Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

Automation Equipment

Air Wipes Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 807 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Heany Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .615 Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 KEIR Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Paramount Die Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .714

A Appiani s.r.l. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 AIM, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .904 Engineered Control Systems, Inc . . . . . . . . . . .102 FMS USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .517 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Polytec, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 Sonoco Molded Plastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Belting, Machinery Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702

Aluminum and AL Alloys

Blank and Part Feeders

Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 Phifer Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706

Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122

Aluminum Wire Mfg. Phifer Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912

MGS Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Parkway-Kew Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201 Weber & Scher Mfg Co Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213

Annealing Equipment/Stems

Bolt and Nut Making Machinery

ABP Induction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519 Plasmait Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Queins & Co Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608

Wafios Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Assembly Systems Engineered Machinery Group, Inc. . . . . . . . . . 202 Foerster Instruments Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .522 Sealeze A Unit of Jason. Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205

Associations WCISA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Blocks/Capstans/Dancers & Repairs

Bolt Mfg. King Steel Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..425

Braiding and Weaving Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Fine International Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 OMA USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Stolberger Inc DBA wardwell Braiding Co . . . .611 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218

Bunchers - Bows Frontier Composites and Castings Inc . . . . . . .902 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916

Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 The MGS Group (MGS-Hall-Northampton) . . .702 O.M. Lesmo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Weber & Scher Mfg Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213

Bunchers - Machinery Bartell Machinery Systems LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .603 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 Fine International Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 MagneticTechnologiesLtd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 OM LESMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .609 Queins & Co Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Thermoplastics Engineering Corp . . . . . . . . . .219 Weber & Scher Mfg. Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218

Cable Accessories Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Cable Jacket Strippers Amaral Automation Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 Mossberg Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .710 Witels Albert USA Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Chain Making Machinery Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 WAFIOS Machinery Corporation . . . . . . . . . . .616

Chemicals and Coatings Aztech Lubricants LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310

Cleaning & Plating Chemicals/Systems Aztech Lubricants LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310 Boockmann GmbH/The Slover Group . . . . . . .225 Heatbath Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 Plasmait Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716

NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502

Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 Pressure Welding Machines Ltd . . . . . . . . . . .109 Strecker GmbH & Co KG; August . . . . . . . . . .616 WAFIOS Machinery Corporation . . . . . . . . . . .616

Compounds, Thermoset/Thermoplastic B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Mossberg Associates, In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .710 T & T Marketing, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312

Computer Hardware/Software

Cold Forming Machinery

LaserLinc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .508 Proton Products International, LLC . . . . . . . . .213

AIM, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .904 BOCK Maschinenfabrik Gmb . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 SB2C / NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502

Cont. Casting Machinery/auxialiry eqpt.

Cold Headers Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409

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Cold Pressure Welding

Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Central Wire Industries Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706

Continuus Properzi SpA/Properzi Int’l . . . . . . .313 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608

Copper Wire Processing

Copper and Copper Alloys

Boockmann GmbH/The Slover Group . . . . . . .225 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610

Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526

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CONDAT Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .420 Gem Gravure Company Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Heatbath Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 Henkel Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .701 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) . . . . . . . . . . .201 Traxit North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .516

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Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912

Crossheads/Extr. tooling/screws/barrels B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Balloffet Die Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .717 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Joe Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 Rosendahl NextromTtechnologies . . . . . . . . . .514 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Unittek Crossheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716

Crosslinking Equipment Pioneer Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334

Descaling, Cleaning, Pickling Eqp.

Continuus-Properzi, SpA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 Ernst Koch GmbH & Co KG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 M+E Macchine+Engineering Srl . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Morgan-Koch Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 OM Frigerio Srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 OM LESMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .609 Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Refractron Technologies Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . .217 Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc . . . . . . . . .718 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Witels Albert USA Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Boockmann GmbH / The Slover Group . . . . . .225 Henkel Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .701 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 OM Frigerio Srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Paramount Die Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .714 Plasmait Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Sealeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205 Sirio Wire Srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Taubensee Steel & Wire Company . . . . . . . . .216 Wire Lab Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .418 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320

Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) . . . . . . . . . . .201 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502

Die Grinding/ and Finishing Eqp.B

Drives and Controls

Balloffet Die Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .717 Die Quip Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .518 Woodburn Diamond Die, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215

Amacoil, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Engineered Control Systems, Inc . . . . . . . . . . .102 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 MagneticTechnologies Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 OM LESMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Witels Albert USA Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Dies and Die Compounds Balloffet Die Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .717 Die Quip Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .518 Esteves Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .601 Fort Wayne Wire Die, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Mossberg Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .710 Paramount Die Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .714 Plymouth Wire Reels and Dies Inc . . . . . . . . . .112 US Synthetic Wire Die . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .411 Woodburn Diamond Die, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215

Drawing Machinery/auxiliary eqpt. BOCK Maschinenfabrik Gmb . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Cometo snc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

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Drill, Cut, Grind/Sec. Operations

Electrical Utilities Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Environmental Services/Plant Maint. Filtertech, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407 Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Extruders and Auxiliary Equipment Amaral Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .831 B&H Tool Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .902 Canterbury Engineering/GENCA . . . . . . . . . . .920 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Fine International Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 MAGPOWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .805 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .609 Queins & Co Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Rosendahl NextromTtechnologies . . . . . . . . . .514 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Thermoplastics Engineering Corp . . . . . . . . . .219 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Unitek Crossheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218

Extrusion Accessories ACM AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Amaral Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .831 Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Canterbury Engineering/GENCA . . . . . . . . . . .920 Esteves Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .601 FMS USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .517 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 JoeTools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Unittek Crossheads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716

Fabrication & Bending Machinery NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 WAFIOS Machinery Corporation . . . . . . . . . . .616

Electrical Wire and Cable Mfg. B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies . . . . . . . . . .514 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Windak Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .707

Fastener Wire Mfg. Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Keystone Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .908 Phifer Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519

Enameling Ovens Precision Quincy Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817

Fasteners Mfg. Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Ohio Rod Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 WAFIOS Machinery Corporation . . . . . . . . . . .616

Filtration and Cooling Systems

Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Filtertech, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407

Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813 Wafios Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Witels Albert USA Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Fine Wire Mfg.

Forming Tools and Dies

B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Central Wire Industries Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Phifer Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Taubensee Steel & Wire Company . . . . . . . . .216 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912

Canterbury Engineering/GENCA . . . . . . . . . . .920 Cometo s.n.c. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416

Fiber Optic Machinery/Related Prod Ace Metal Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Conneaut Industries, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Fine Inrternational Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .609 Rosendahl NextromTtechnologies . . . . . . . . . .514 Thermoplastics Engineering Corp . . . . . . . . . .219 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Weber & Scher Mfg. Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218

Fiber Optic Splicing Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Forming Machinery (hot, cold, warm) ABP Induction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 AIM, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .900 Cometo s.n.c. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 NUMAMERICA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416

Furnaces ABP Induction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Continuus-Properzi, S.p.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313 Precision Quincy Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817 Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813

Hand Tools BOCK Maschinenfabrik Gmb . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Die Quip Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .518 Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

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Fiber Optic Comp./Specialty/Services

Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422

Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Gem Gravure Company Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 W. Gillies Technologies, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Heat Treating Eqp./Services

Material Handling and Storage

ABP Induction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Plasmait Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Precision Quincy Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817 Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813

A Appiani srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Cometo snc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 GMP-Slovakia sro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Mossberg Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .710 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 OM Lesmo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Reel-O-Matic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc . . . . . . . . .718 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

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Heat Treating Atmospheres

Insulated Wire Mfg. B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620

Insulation & Jacketing Materials onneaut Industries, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 T & T Marketing, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312

Lubricants/Related Eqpt. Aztech Lubricants LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310 Boockmann GmbH/The Slover Group . . . . . . .225 CONDAT Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .420 Heatbath Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .417 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 RichardsApex, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .918 Traxit North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .516

Machine Rebuilding Services B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 ERA Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .704 Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 IDEAL Welding Systems L.P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713 Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Magnetic TechnologiesLltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 MAGPOWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .805 Morgan-Koch Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Paramount Die Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .714 Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) . . . . . . . . . . .201 Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc . . . . . . . . .718 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Thermoplastics Engineering Corp . . . . . . . . . .219 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Weber & Scher Mfg. Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .428

Marking and Coding Equipment/Inks Amaral Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807

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Measuring and Testing Equipment ACM AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Balloffet Die Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .717 Beta LaserMike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Foerster Instruments Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .522 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 LaserLinc, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .508 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Proton Products International . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 SIKORA International Corporation . . . . . . . . . .922 Witels Albert USA Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616 Zumbach Electronics Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401

Multi-Die (Transer/Prog. Headers Wafios Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Nail Making Machinery

United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706

Optical Fiber Coatings Parkway-Kew Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201

Oscillator Tubes New (rebuilt) Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813

Ovens/Furnaces ABP Induction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 Plasmait Gmbh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Precision Quincy Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817 Radyne Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .813

Packaging Equipment A Appiani s.r.l. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Gem Gravure Company Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 GMP-Slovakia s.r.o . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 L-S Industries, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 SIMPACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .609 Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Windak Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .707 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320

Pallets A Appiani s.r.l. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 GMP-Slovakia sro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Mossberg Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .710

Parts Washers Precision Quincy Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817 Stoelting, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .709

Payoff Reels

Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Central Wire Industries Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519 United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706

A Appiani srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 Fabritex Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 GMP-Slovakia sro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Metavan NV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Vandor Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .914

Nonferrous Wire Mfg.

Plating Equipment

Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Phifer Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519

Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Sirio Wire Srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316

Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 Wafios Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Nickel and Nickel Alloys

Tubular Products Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .504 Vandor Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .914 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320

Process Control Equipment

Reclamation Equipment

Roller Guides

Beta LaserMike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 FMS USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .517 LaserLinc, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .508 Polytec, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 Precision Quincy Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .817 Proton Products International . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 SIKORA International Corporation . . . . . . . . . .922 Zumbach Electronics Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401

Filtertech, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407 Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Cometo snc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 W. Gillies Technologies, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Heany Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .615 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) . . . . . . . . . . .201 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Witels Albert USA Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Publications Eurowire/Intras Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .605 Wire & Cable Technology International . . . . . .121 Wire Forming Technology International . . . . . .121 Industrial Heating Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Wire Journal International . . . . . . . . . . .show floor

Pulleys Guill Tool & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Heany Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .615

Reels, Spools, Drums and Bobbins A Appiani s.r.l. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Ace Metal Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Carris Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .612 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 GMP-Slovakia sro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 L-S Industries, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Madem Reels USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Metavan NV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Mossberg Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .710 Pittsfield Plastics Engineering, Inc . . . . . . . . . .712 Plymouth Wire Reels and Dies Inc . . . . . . . . . .112 Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Rolling Mills and Auxiliary Eqpt. Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Continuus-Properzi, S.p.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 IDEAL Welding Systems L.P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Vollmer America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210

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Filtertech, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407

KEIR Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) . . . . . . . . . . .201 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912

Pollution Control Equipment

NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502

Taubensee Steel & Wire Company . . . . . . . . .216 United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912 Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .428

Sensors

Stepcones

Beta LaserMike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 FMS USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .517 Polytec, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 Proton Products International . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Zumbach Electronics Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401

MAGPOWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .805 Parkway-Kew Corporation (PKC) . . . . . . . . . . .201 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Whanghae Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .912 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320

Shaping Machinery

Straightening & Cutoff Machinery/Eqpt.

BOCK Maschinenfabrik Gmb . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416

Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Clifford Welding Systems (Pty) Ltd. . . . . . . . . .713 Cometo snc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 ERA Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .704 Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 IDEAL Welding Systems L.P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713 IDEAL-Werk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc . . . . . . . . .718 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 Wafios Machinery Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .616 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Witels Albert USA Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616 Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .428

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Secondary Operations Machines

Spoolers/respoolers Amacoil, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 Fine International Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Thermoplastics Engineering Corp . . . . . . . . . .219 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Vandor Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .914 Weber & Scher Mfg Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 WTM srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716

Spring Making Machinery NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 SB2C/NIMSCO LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 Wafios Machinery Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .616

Stainless Steel Wire Mfg. Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526 Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Central Wire Industries Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519 Raajratna Stainless Wire (USA) , Inc . . . . . . . .319 United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706

Steel, Rod, Bar and Bare Wire Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Keystone Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .908 Krueger Steel & Wire Company . . . . . . . . . . . .617

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Stranders and Auxiliary Equipment Bartell Machinery Systems LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .603 Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Cable Consultants Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Continuus-Properzi, SpA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313 Cortinovis Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . .409 Fine International Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 MagneticTechnologiesLtd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 MAGPOWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .805 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Pioneer Machinery Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .609 OM Lesmo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 SKET Verseilmaschinenbau GmbH . . . . . . . . .316 Talladega Machinery & Supply Co, Inc . . . . . .608 Weber & Scher Mfg Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218 WTM srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716

Supercondcting Cable Technology Ametek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .526

Switches, Couplers and Connectors MAGPOWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .805

Systems and System Design B&H Tool Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .620 Engineered Control Systems, Inc . . . . . . . . . . .102 Gem Gravure Company Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212

Take-ups, Payoffs and Accumulators Amacoil, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Bartell Machinery Systems LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .603 Buttwelders USA, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 Fabritex Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Fine International Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 Gauder Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .916 Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 Lamnea Bruk AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .604 Lesmo Machinery America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Lloyd & Bouvier, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 M+E Macchine+Engineering S.r.l . . . . . . . . . . .316 Magnetic Technologies Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 MGS Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 Niehoff Endex North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . .613 Northampton Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .702 NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416 OM Lesmo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 OMA USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Paramount Die Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .714 Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc . . . . . . . . .718 Rosendahl Nextrom Technologies . . . . . . . . . .514 SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413 Stolberger Inc DBA Wardwell Braiding Co . . . .611 Thermoplastics Engineering Corp . . . . . . . . . .219 Tulsa Power Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Vandor Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .914 Weber & Scher Mfg Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213 Windak Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .707 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 WTM srl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716

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T & T Marketing, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .428

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Leggett & Platt Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 Northwire, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .711 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519

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Wire Mfg.: Communication

Wire Mfg.: Rope/Sling Anbao Wire & Mesh Co, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

Wire Mfg.: Springs

Leggett & Platt Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Northwire, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .711

Anbao Wire & Mesh Co, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 United Wire Company, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706

Wire Mfg.: Computer

Wire Mfg.: Trans./Autovehicular

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Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Keystone Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .908

Leggett & Platt Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 Leoni Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610 Northwire, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .711 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519 United Wire Co, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .706

Wire Mfg.: Wire Formed Products Anbao Wire & Mesh Co, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Era WireInc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .704 Houghton International Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .422 Keystone Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .908 Leggett & Platt Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 Oklahoma Steel and Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520 Pinnacle Metals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .519

Wire Straightening/Cut-off services BOCK Maschinenfabrik Gmb . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716 Brookfield Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Buttwelders USA, Inc, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 Clifford Welding Systems (Pty) Ltd. . . . . . . . . .713 Cometo snc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 Engineered Machinery Group,Inc . . . . . . . . . .202 Era Wire Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .704 IDEAL Welding Systems L.P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713 IDEAL-Werk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713 Lewis Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Rockford Manufacturing Group Inc . . . . . . . . .718 Wire Machine Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 Witels Albert USA Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .616 Worth Steel and Machinery, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .428

Yarns, Threads, Textiles Conneaut Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Fastener Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .718 Keystone Steel & Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .908

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Effect of the Sn content of bead wire and the kind of compound on the interface morphology

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A new method to analyze the adhesion layer of bead wire/rubber interface for auto tires found that the tin content of bead wire had a predictible effect on interface morphologies, but the results were different for the interface morphologies of rubber compounds. By Song Seong-Hun, Ban Deok-Young and Cho Kil-Won

The adhesion layer at the steel cord/ rubber interface has received considerable attention for improving the adhesion performance and stability of automobile tires. For brassplated steel cord, many studies have been carried out on the adhesion and cord/rubber interface for the last several decades1,2. However, the adhesion and interface of bronzeplated steel cord (bead wire) have been less investigated. In order to understand the nature of bead wire/ rubber adhesion, characterization of bead wire/rubber interfacial structure is critical. The first step for the analysis of interfacial structure is to expose a clean adhesion interlayer by removal of cohesive fragments of a rubber phase. Two common procedures for this are breaking a brittle rubber phase frozen by liquid nitrogen and removing the rubber

Fig. 1. Schematic diagram of a sample preparation for adhesion interlayer analysis.

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phase by dissolving it in a good solvent. However, it is inherently difficult to analyze the adhesion interlayer by these procedures since much of the adhesion layer is buried by a large amount of the remainder in the rubber phase.3 Here, the authors introduce a new non-contact method that does not have the above limitations. A clean interfacial layer between the bead wire and the rubber can be obtained by a small separation between the bead wire and the rubber during the vulcanization process. This makes it possible to simply remove the rubber matrix compound to obtain a clean interfacial layer. Unnecessary ingredients, such as the rubber matrix, are effectively avoided while essential ingredients for an adhesion process, such as a complex rubber gas, can pass through the small gap,

Fig. 2. SEM images of bead wire/rubber interface according to rubber composition and Sn content.

TECHNICAL PAPERS Fig. 3. XPS spectra of bronze-plated model plates after vulcanization (rubber) and after oxidation in the air (air).

enabling a proper reaction at the interface. More detailed study of the adhesion interlayer is possible by using this new non-contact method. The authors have studied the effect of the Sn content on bead wire and the kind of compound on the interface morphology. The clean adhesion interlayer between the rubber and bronze interface was obtained by the above method, and analyzed by scanning electron microscopymicroscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometer (EDX), Xray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) using Synchrotron (Pohang Accelerator laboratory, 3C2).

Fig. 4. EDX results of bead wire/rubber interface according to rubber composition.

Experimental procedure The bead wires (0.96 mm) and a bronze-plated model plate (model plate) created by the chemical plating method (Cu/Sn=98/2, 90/10) were used. A 200 nm of Cu film was deposited on Si wafer at room temperature by using the thermal evaporation method. Two kinds of rubber compounds (Rubber A and B) were provided from tire makers. The adhesion interlayer was prepared by the noncontact method shown in Fig. 1. The composites of a rubber compound, bead wire, model plate and copper-evaporated Si wafer were arranged as shown in Fig. 1. The glass

Fig. 5. XRD spectra of copper plated Si wafer after vulcanization for different rubbers.

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is well known fact that copper sulfides make a tight interlocking between rubber and copper at the wire/ rubber interface.4 As shown in Fig. 1, a non-contact method was used to obtain a clean interface of bead wire/rubber by providing a small gap between bead wire and rubber during the vulcanization. A clean interface was obtained by simply taking out the rubber compound after the vulcanization process. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images depicted in Fig. 2 shows disk or granular morphology, which are very similar to the copper sulfide film of previously reported results4,5. Copper sulfides grow and spread laterally across the surface4. The formation Fig. 6. SEM image of bead wire interface according to sulfur flux and Sn of copper sulfides was confirmed by content. XPS using bronze-plated model plates (Sn 2%, 10%). See Fig. 3. In Fig. 2, the morphology of the copper sulfide film varies with the type of rubber compound (rubber A vs. rubber B) and the tin content of the bead wire (Sn 2% vs. Sn 10%). A higher tin content results in bigger copper sulfide particles. The morphology shown in Fig. 2 indicates that tin accelerates the growth of copper sulfide and that the morphology of the copper sulfide is governed by the composition of rubber. In order to analyze the copper sulfide at the interface of the bead wire/rubber, an EDX experiment was carried out using bead wire (See Fig. 4) and XRD analysis on copperplated silicon wafer using Synchrotron (Pohang Accelerator Fig. 7. XPS results of sulfide composites on gas evaporated from laboratory, 3C2). See Fig. 5. The two rubber compounds at 150째C. interface morphology, however, is different for the kinds of rubber. EDX results show that the copper and sulfur in rubber A and also rubber B is detected. See Fig. 4. The XRD results confirm that the disk chamber was evacuated for 2 min., then vulcanized at and granules are copper sulfides with different crystal 150째C (10 min. for rubber A, 20 min. for rubber B). Bead 5. See Fig. 5 orientation wire or copper-coated Si wafer was taken out after the vulIn order to investigate the effect of composition on rubcanization for analysis. ber compound for interface morphology, the authors tried to vulcanize the bead wire having different tin contents (Sn Results 2 % vs. Sn 10 %) on different amount of sulfur powder Rubber compound adheres firmly to the bead wire by the (0.03, 2g), and to compare the morphology of the copper formation of interfacial copper sulfide dendrites with a sulfide film using SEM. See Fig. 6. As sulfur was increased, high specific surface area toward the rubber compound. It 144 | WIRE JOURNAL INTERNATIONAL

Conclusions A new non-contact method is proposed to analyze the adhesion interlayer of bead wire/rubber interface. The advantage of this new methode lies in a simplicity and feasibility for obtaining a clean adhesion interface by simply

Song Seong-Hun is manager of the surface treatment team at the Kiswire Technical Development Center, Pohang-shi, South Korea. He holds a Ph.D. degree in chemical engineering from Dong-A University, South Korea. Ban Deok-Young is vice president at the Kiswire Technical Development Center. He holds a Ph.D. degree in metallurgical engineering Song from Busan National University, Busan, South Korea. Cho Kil-Won is a professor in the department of chemical engineering at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, South Korea. He holds a Ph.D. degree in polymer science from the University of Akron. His primary research interests are the surface, interface, thin film, and adhesion of polymers, as well as

removing the rubber compound placed at a small distance apart from the bead wire after the vulcanization process. As the tin content of bead wire for two different rubbers was increased, both interface morphologies became bigger, but the interface morphology for the tested rubbers was different. The difference of interface morphology was originated from the difference in the sulfide composite of gas evaporated from the rubber compound.

References 1. W. J. van Ooij, Rubber Chem. Technol., 52, 605, 1979. 2. G. Haemers, J. Vac. Sci. Technol. A, 19, 2846, 2001. 3. T. Hotaka, Y. Ishikawa and K. Mori, Rubber Chem. Technol., 80, 61, 2007. 4. W. J. van Ooij, Rubber Chem. Technol., 57, 421, 1984. 5. X. Chen, Z. Wang, X. Wang, R. Zhang, X. Liu, W. Lin and Y. Qian, J. Crystal Growth, 263, 570, 2004. 6. W. J. van Ooij, Rubber Chem. Technol., 52, 605, 1979. 7. G. Haemers, Rubber World, Sept. 26, 1980. ■

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organic electronic materials. This paper, which was presented at WAI’s 79th Annual Convention, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, April 2009, won the Silver Certificate Award in the ferrous category.

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the crystal of copper sulfide became s were bigger and aggregated, but interface morphology was similar to the disk type. The result implies that sulfur flux did not change the shape of morphology, just related with the size of copper sulfide. The gas evaporated from the rubber compound at 150°C is adsorbed on Si wafer and analyzed by XPS. Fig. 7 shows XPS results of sulfide composites evaporated from two rubber compounds. The shape of s2p peak is quite different. For rubber A, the evaporated gas was SO2 and the complex of sulfite, whereas for rubber B, the evaporated gas was the sulfide of R-S-R type. This result suggests that the difference of interface morphology was originated from the difference in sulfide composite of gas evaporated from the rubber compound.

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TECHNICAL PAPER The history, present situation and future trends in ensuring constant and consistent wire tension in stranders Tension control technology has advanced to where it can enable wire and cable manufacturers to meet current and future quality demands that require higher process stability and reliability as well as documentation of process variables. By Jรถrg Inhelder and Tom Brunner

The problem of having constant tension in individual strands has been around as long as stranders. This paper provides an overview of the evolution of tension control from the first, manually operated brakes over open-loop air or electrical brakes to closed-loop systems that can communicate with a PLC or process control units on the non-rotating part of the machine, either over a bus and slip rings or via radio transmission. It shows the possibilities that exist today to make best use of slip rings or radio transmission to enable the communication between rotating part and Master unit on the floor. As strand tension is a very important factor in the quality of the finished product, this paper highlights potential quality improvements as well as possibile ways to improve the process quality or other ways to identify and isolate quality problems or quality zones in a wire. It also touches some design criteria resulting from high speed machines creating high centrifugal and Coriolis forces. What productivity increases can be achieved with open or closed-loop tension control systems depends on machine age and condition as well as processed material. The paper finishes with some examples and a look at some of the possibilities that future technology may provide.

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Fig. 1. From top to bottom, schematics of a cage strander, a multi-cage strander and a tube strander.

TECHNICAL PAPERS Fig. 3. Basic arrangement of a tension sensor. Bending angles are small or good designs avoid them completely.` Fig. 2. View of tension creation in strander cage.

Stranders and tension control There are various strander types, most of which can be fitted with tension control. These include cage stranders, muti-cage stranders and tube stranders, all of which are depicted in Fig. 1. Controlled tension is essential to product quality when it comes to producing strands for appliations such as ropes for transportation purposes (aerial cablecars, elevator lifting cables and cranes); data cable in network applications; submarine cables for power and data; and fiber-optic cables. Tension role in stranded products. Absolute tension is required in each wire/strand as it is a key element in terms of how tight the finished strand will be. It determines how much air is left in between individual strands and how loose the strand will be. Consistency of tension among different strands/wires is also quite important as the closer the tension range for strands, the better the quality of the final product. The tension range influences the strength of a rope for transportation uses. If the tension is equal throughout,

the applied load can be taken up by all the strands whereas if the tension range is uneven, some strands will get more load than others. This factor also inluences the electrical behavior of data cable because controlled and even tension results in better symmetry for various cables, defined as cross-talk and defined capacitance between two wires. Creation of tension in payoff. To get a certain strand tension, the payoff needs to be braked accordingly. Tension is a function of braking torque, coil diameter and friction over rollers and through holes to where the stranding process begins. As friction can be assumed more or less constant over a short period of time, tension changes are due to the continuously changing diameter of the coil. Without any changes to the brake force through a complete run, the machine starts with low tension at full coil and increases so that by the end of the coil, the tension is higher by approximately the factor of a full versus an empty coil.

Fig. 5. Diagram of closed-loop tension control system. Fig. 4. Diagram of equation for force. MARCH 2010 | 147

TECHNICAL PAPERS Fig. 6. Combination of two rotating systems creating a Coriolis force.

Fig. 7. Mounting force measuring sensors in rotating applications: position 1, exit of layplate.

Measuring tension Sensors for tension measurement have been used for decades, most using strain gauges to convert mechanical stress into an electrical signal. These sensors require an amplifier to get a standardized 0-10V signal for indication on a meter or further calculation in a closedloop control. The mechanical side of the measurement is always a sheave sitting on a sensor that is wrapped by the wire or strand in a certain angle. This wrap angle and the tension in the material create a force on the sheave and therefore on the sensor that is proportional to the tension in the wire as seen in the following equation: Fig. 8. Mounting force measuring sensors in rotating applications: position 2, close to center/stranding point.

Force = 2 * Tension * sin(1/2 wrap angle)

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Eq (1)

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where: FB = Wire tension; FG = Force of sheave weight; and FR = Resulting Force Tension indication vs. closed loop tension control. Measurement and indication enables the operator to see if the machine is running with proper tension; if any adjustment is required the machine needs to be stopped and the adjustments made to the pay-off With a closed-loop tension control any variations in the tension are corrected automatically and continuously by the controller. Where closedloop tension control systems are state of the art in converting applications for example, it is not so easy to adapt them to rotating machines. It requires special concepts of data transfer between layplate, individual payoff/brake and MMI on the static side. Difficulties with accurate measurement in rotating systems. In contrast to a wire running through an annealing or insulation process statically where measurement of tension can simply be achieved by adding a loadcell with sheave and an amplifier, it is much more tricky on a rotating Fig. 10. Calculation for compensation of influences of machine: there are centrifugal forces that can centrifugal force. influence the measurement. Coriolis forces that also act on the loadcell. Coriolis force is the force created by 2 rotational movements, (which stabilizes your bicycle for In the 80s there were sensors available for wire tension example): one rotation is the strander and the second one is measurement, and also amplifiers. A few machines were the sheave that rotates within the rotating strander cage. fitted with tension measurement, whether using slip rings Historic development of tension control. The problem of to bring the signal to the static side or very expensive and constant tension is as old as stranders are. State-of-the-art slow analog radio transmission systems. This technology tension control in the beginning was a simple mechanical was simply too expensive to get a high penetration in the spring-operated strap brake with a leather strip and manumarket. al adjustment of the spring tension for each individual payWith technology moving on there were new possibilities off. During a complete run from full bobbin to empty bobavailable: Bus systems became available and allowed the bin the complete machine needed to be stopped to readjust reduction of the number of slip rings; also radio transmisthe strap brake (smaller uncoil diameter means less brake sion systems were further developed at reduced cost. force for a certain tension). There were no elements for measuring the tension and therefore the operator needed to feel the tension in the strands manually. There were many operators that had a real good feeling and could do a good job of ensuring consistent tension throughout a full production run and between all the strands. The next day another operator might not understand it as well. This led to a high variation in quality that is no longer tolerable Fig. 11. Origin of Coriolis forces (left) and an example of a sensor that is not sensitive for modern processes. to Coriolis forces.

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Solutions and desgn criteria

Fig. 12. Design example with a calculation sheet.

As standing technology developed, pneumatic and magnetic brakes became available that allowed a more reproducible tension setting as well as higher speeds that allowed higher productivity. These higher speeds also create higher centrifugal forces (square of rotational speed) and also (higher) Coriolis forces

Fig. 13. Steel wire strander with tension measurement/ data transfer via radio transmission. A CAN bus connects amplifiers and RF to transmit signals to PC. 150 | WIRE JOURNAL INTERNATIONAL

Some new machines from well-known European suppliers are equipped with tension control systems, open loop and closed-loop, from suppliers that include FMS. There are thousands of older machines in the field, few of which have been retrofitted with tension control, and it would be simple to retrofit most of them. Retrofit solutions include: slip rings for analog signals, (not a common approach as it would require at least two slip rings per loadcell); Bus systems and slip rings, a common method if there are a couple of good quality slip rings available as this can provide reliable results (a Profibus system is working with a data rate of 12Mbit/s which needs to be transferred over the slip rings); and Bus systems with radio transmission, a popular approach due to the availability of inexpensive and reliable radio transmission modules. Common to all known systems is that the amplifiers are always placed on the rotating part because the loadcell’s output voltage is only in the milliVolt range and these signals cannot be handled by bus systems directly nor be transferred over slip rings. The majority of the tension control systems installed world-wide today are open-loop systems. Design criteria: position of the measuring device. In general there are two suitable positions to measure the tension: one is where the strand /wire exits the layplate and is directed to the stranding point. See Fig. 7. Another position is near the center, near the stranding point: See Fig. 8. Which position is better depends on the circumstances (mainly space), although the position in Fig. 8 offers the advantage of lower centrifugal forces. Influence of centrifugal force. Depending on the application data (rotational speed, weight of sheave, sensor design it can

Fig. 14. Application of copper wire strander fitted with 24 FMS loadcells and amplifiers.

TECHNICAL PAPERS Fig. 15. Application of closed-loop tension control: 12 loadcells and amplifiers connected to PLC (rotating) which controls each individual payoff drive to maintain constant tension.

be necessary to accurately calculate the effects of the centrifugal forces to get a measurement that is not affected by them. Measurement without influence of centrifugal forces requires very accurate positioning of the sensor (sketch, centrifugal force 90° to measuring direction of sensor) and sensors that are designed to withstand these high loads rectangular to the measuring direction. Influence of Coriolis force. The influence of Coriolis force can only be compensated by a proper design of the sensor which makes it insensitive in the direction of the Coriolis force. The amplifiers must always be placed on the rotating part of machine (no mV signals to be transmitted). To achieve best reliability (low g-forces) they should be placed as close as possible to the center of the strander.

Fig. 16. Application of 4 m diameter strander for steel ropes for military applications. Rope diameter approx 50 mm. Each strand is measured individually with one FMS loadcell. Amplifiers are connected through a Profibus and the bus signals transferred over slip rings.

ing their machine suppliers for tension control solutions and being aware of the possibilities and advantages of tension measurement and control. ■

Futue trends To be able to meet the future quality demands, generally speaking there needs to be: higher process stability, higher process reliability and better documentation of process variables. Among other parameters, tension of the single wires/strands is a very important one. Tension control providers can support these improvements with optimized loadcells for rotating applications; closed-loop tension control systems; standardized systems for data exchange between rotating and static part; and easy connection to PLC or PC to document process parameters. Machine builders can support these improvements by: designing loadcells as standard and making each individual payoff easily accessible for two electrical conductors. Users of stranders can support these improvements by ask-

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Brunner

Jörg Inhelder is managing director of FMS Force Measuring Systems AG, Oberglatt, Switzerland. After obtaining an engineering degree from the University of Zurich, he joined Reliance Electric in Lucerne, Switzerland, working on the development of DC and AC drives. He later acquired FAG Force Measuring Department and then established FMS Force Measuring Systems. Tom Brunner is responsible for FMS’s Asian-Pacific operations. This paper was presented at WAI’s International Technical Conference, Istanbul, Turkey, November 2009. MARCH 2010 | 151

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TECHNICAL PAPER Analysis of surface flaws on drawn wire and wire breaks This examination of surface cracks on wire rod investigates whether such cracks grow or are removed during the drawing process. By Kazunari Yoshida, Tetsuo Shinohara, Tsutomu Yamashita, and Atsuhiro Tanaka

The authors have examined, using the finite element method (FEM) analysis and experiments, whether surface cracks on wire rods grow or are removed during the drawing process. by finite element method (FEM) analysis and experiments. The conditions were studied that permit these transversal cracks to be removed and achieve a surface condition in the wire similar to areas that were without cracks. An analysis of wire with inclusions or foreign materials were performed, and it was clarified that in such cases there is danger or wire breaks when certain indicators are seen. The diameter of wire and bar produced by drawing varies from about 10 Îźm to 100 mm. For any wire diameter, breaking during drawing has a direct effect on productivity. Also, flaws on the surface wires often cause fatigue breaking, deterioration of mechanical properties and loss of commodity value. This is why surface flaws are the most common complaint of users. Furthermore, finer and longer wires have recently been requested for use as

Fig. 1. Types of wire breaking.

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the bonding wires of semiconductors and in medical devices. Therefore, wire breaking and surface flaws are problems that must be solved. So far, many researchers have investigated the optimal die shape to reduce the drawing force, measures to prevent wires from internal cracking (caused by the formation of central burst defects or cupping), the optimal lubricant, measures for reduction of residual stress, and so forth. As a result, some useful findings have been obtained. However, there have been few studies on measures to prevent wire breaking and on the effects of inclusions and surface flaws on wiredrawing1-4. This study examines the causes of wire breaks in drawn wires of different diameters. Analyses of wires with surface flaws and inclusions were performed experimentally and by a finite element method (FEM) to determine whether surface flaws and inclusions cause wire breaking or remain as surface flaws when drawing is repeated.

Fig. 2. Percentages of causes of wire breaking during drawing of superfine gold wires.

TECHNICAL PAPERS Table 1. Condition of materials and drawing for FEM.

Types of wire breaking cause by drawing The occurrence of wire breaks during drawing has greatly decreased in recent years because of reduced particulate segregation and fewer inclusions in bars and wires brought about by effective material cleaning and because of improvement of drawing conditions. However, the finer the diameter of a wire, the higher the frequency of occurrence of wire breaking during drawing. There are several causes of wire breaking. See Fig.1. Two types of breaking are caused by inclusions. One occurs when inclusions are found on the fracture surface, and the other, called “hollow-end” breaking, occurs when traces of concave inclusions are found but the inclusions themselves are not found. Two types of breaking are caused by foreign materials introduced during some process other than the casting process. One is called “contamination” breaking, when foreign materials are found on the fracture surface, and the other is called “pressed hollow” breaking, when no foreign materials are found. Additionally, “split-end” breaking is considered to be caused by surface flaws, and “tension” breaking is caused by applying a stress stronger than the wire strength5. Types of wire breaking that occur when gold bonding wires are drawn were examined. Fig. 2 shows the frequency of occurrence of each type of wire breaking, with the diameters of the drawn wires divided into 3 groups: 100350 μm, 50-99μ and 20-49μ4. Figs. 1-2 show that surface flaws, foreign materials and the occurrence of excessive drawing stress caused by seizing are causes of wire breaking. However, many of the causes of wire breaking for wires with a diameter of less than 50μ are speculated to be due to inclusions inside wires that form during casting5. Considering the above, it can be concluded that the requirements for wires to be resistant to breaking during drawing are that they have no surface flaws and that the inclusions inside them are as small and as few as possible.

Fig. 3. Variation of drawing stress when inclusion passes through die. (Examined by FEM: R/P=10%.)

FEM analysis of drawing suspect wire Effect of inclusions inside a wire. Most inclusions in wires are hard materials. An analysis of inclusions on the fracture surfaces of wires by Energy Dispersive Spectrometer (EDS) showed that many of them were A12O3 or SiO2, and the rest were foreign materials formed by abrasion of the die and equipment. Therefore, assuming that there are inclusions of alumina and foreign materials inside wires, an FEM analysis of wiredrawing was carried out. The ratio of inclusion size to wire diameter, Di/Do, was set to vary from 0.3 to 0.7. The material constants and drawing condition for FEM are shown in Table 1. The changes in drawing stress on the inner side of the die were examined by FEM analysis, using wires with various sizes of inclusions. The results are shown in Fig. 3. It was found that drawing stress moves rapidly upward when an inclusion passes through the die. It can be seen that the higher the ratio of inclusion size to wire diameter, Di/Do, the more the drawing stress rises. In the case of a wire with an inclusion for which Di/Do is 0.7, the drawing stress reaches the strength of the wire, which means that there is a high probability that the wire will break. Taking the safety factor into account, it is thought that there is a danger that the wire breaks when Di/Do is higher than 0.4. Inclusions sizes were measured at the fracture surface when gold wires with the diameters of 20-50 μm were drawn. Fig. 4 shows the frequency of wire breaking for different values of Di/Do. This figure suggests that there is

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Fig. 5. Schematic of wire breaking caused by foreign material.

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a danger of the wire breaking if Di/Do is 0.3 or higher, and the highest frequency of wire breaking is when Di/Do is approximately 0.7. Effect of foreign particles. In some cases, drawing with foreign materials on a wire surface is carried out or foreign materials enter the die via the lubricant. These foreign materials are mainly formed by wear of the wire itself or the die and equipment, or may originate from dust in the air. Depending on the shape and hardness of the foreign material, wire breaking as shown in Fig. 5 may occur. As an example, Fig. 6 shows Scanning

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Electron Microscope (SEM) images and EDS photographs of a wire after drawing with foreign materials on the wire surface. The material of the wire is austenite stainless steel. EDS analysis revealed that the foreign material was composed of iron carbide, which included a scarce Ni component. The size was 0.53Ă—0.27 mm, and Di/Do was about 0.2. It is presumed that the wire did not break because of the low value of Di/Do. Fig. 7 shows the results gained by FEM analysis of drawing a wire under the condition that a foreign material is near the wire surface. At the interface between the foreign material and the wire, they are bonded mechanically. Upon repeated drawing, stress acts on the interface and causes the separation at the interface, generating an empty space. Fig. 6. SEM image and componential analysis of wire with foreign material. Three dimensions FEM code MSC/Marc Mentat 2008r1 was used in this study. The results of FEM analysis are consistent with the experimental results. Regardless of whether the of Analysis of wiredrawing with surface cracks foreign material, is located in or on the wire, it does not Surface cracks develop on rods or wires because of misundergo deformation because of its hardness, even if draw- handling during casting, hot rolling, drawing and transport ing is repeated. This leads to a high Di/Do value, increasing and because of the improper winding of wires6. The surface the drawing stress and the likelihood of wire breaks. cracks that develop on wire rods during upstroke rolling are classified as shown7 in Table 2. There is no clear solution to

TECHNICAL PAPERS Fig. 8. Drawing model of wire that had crack removed.

this problem. Few studies have been reported on surface cracks formed during drawing8-11. In this study, wire rods on which circumferential cracks developed during casting and rolling are used as mother wires, which are drawn repeatedly. The growth and removal of these cracks are examined in the experiments and by FEM analysis. Stainless-steel (SUS304) rod wires were mechanically scratched in the axial direction using a lathe and analyzed by experiments and FEM. Rod wires that were mechanically marked to form V-shaped, concave, and U-shaped cracks in the circumferential direction were used as specimens. Three dimensions FEM code MSC/Marc Mentat 2008r1 was used in this study. Figs. 8-9 and Table 3 show the model used in the FEM analysis, its material constant, and the parameters of the V-shaped crack, respectively. Coefficient of friction (Îź) was set at 0.05. Moreover, the model was assumed to be axis symmetric in the FEM analysis to save calculation time.

Comparison of experiment results and FEM analysis. A crack with a depth of h=0.8 mm (8%) was cut on an 8 mm wire and the change in its shape was experimentally and analytically examined after each drawing pass. The initial crack on the mother wire was asymmetrically V-shaped. The shape of the initial crack was observed using a microscope, and a mother wire with a crack of the same shape was modeled in the FEM analysis. It is clear that the FEM analysis result agrees well with the experimental result. As shown in Fig.10, the crack appears to be removed because side AB is pushed up into the wire; however, side BC of the crack is tilted so that it overhangs side AB, forming an overlapping crack (defect). The three-pass drawing of a mother wire with a surface crack was repeated in the experiment and FEM analysis. The obtained crack deformation behavior for each drawing pass is shown in Fig. 10.

Table 3. Parameters of crack. Fig. 9. Work hardening diagram of tested stainless steel wire.

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Conclusion Focusing on the breaking of wires due to the presence of a foreign substance in or on the wire and due to transversal cracks that develop on the surface of wires owing to the effect of fatigue, the effect of inclusions, and surface flaws in a wire on breaking and the formation of surface defects was investigsated, both experimentally and by a finite element method. The obtained results are summarized below. • Surface flaws, foreign materials, and excessive drawing stress generated by seizing cause wire breaks. However many causes of break for wires with diameter of less than 50μ are speculated to be due to the presence of inclusions

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FEM analysis of U-shaped crack deformation behavior A wire with a U-shaped crack was modeled and the drawing process similarly analyzed by FEM. Fig. 11 shows examples of crack deformation behavior for 10-mm wires, one with a crack radius of a = 0.73 mm and h = 0.10 mm (1%) and another with a crack of a=0.73 mm and h=0.60 mm (6%) during repeated drawing at α = 6° and R/P=20%. Fig.11 shows that, under condition I, the bottom of the crack rises during repeated drawing, and the surface crack is removed after the first pass. However, under condition II, with the greater h, the right side of the crack is tilted so that it over- Fig. 10. Changes of crack after each drawing pass in experiment and hangs the left side and forms an analysis. overlapping crack (defect), indicating that the crack cannot be inside wires that are formed during casting. removed by drawing. Moreover, a deep crack develops in • It is thought that there is a danger of wire breaking when the wire although it appears to be small. Namely, the Di/Do is 0.3 or higher and that the highest frequency of behavior of the U-shaped crack during drawing depends on wire breaking is when Di/Do is approximately 0.7. This the depth h. was found to be because drawing stress moves rapidly Comparing the results for the cracks, an overlapping upward when an inclusion passes through the die. defect develops from the concave crack regardless of the • The result of FEM analysis agrees well with the experidepth h, whereas for the U-shaped crack, the depth h serves as a parameter, that is, the crack with small h is removed but it remains on the wire when h is large. It is considered that the shape of both sides of the crack significantly affects the removal of the crack under condition I in Fig. 11.

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mental result; therefore, it is possible to estimate crack deformation behavior by FEM analysis to predict the state after drawing. •The mechanism underlying the removal of a crack in a wire rod is the rise of the bottom of the crack during drawing. • The behavior of a U-shaped crack during drawing depends on the depth h. • The greater h, however, the right side of the crack is tilted so that it overhangs the left side and forms an overlapping crack (defect), indicating that the crack cannot be removed by drawing. Moreover, a deep crack develops in the wire although it appears to be small.

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Kazunari Yoshida is a professor of precision mechanics at the school of engineering at Tokai University, Japan. He researches wiredrawing, extrusion, and forging processes and has served as a member of the steering committee for Japanese Wire Drawing. He holds a Ph.D. degree in engineering. He authored a prize-winning paper for the Japan Society for Technology of

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ing,” Wire Journal International, March 2005, pp.180-184. 4. T.Yamasita and K.Yoshida, “Analysis and prevention methods for wire breaks in ultra-fine gold wire drawing, ”Wire Journal International, March 2007, pp.200-203. 5. K.Yoshida, “FEM analysis of wire breaks in drawing of superfine wire with an inclusion, ”Wire Journal International, March 2000, pp.102-107. 6. The Japan Society for Technology of Plasticity, Drawing, Corona sha Co, Ltd. 1990, pp. 68-73 7. Standardization Committee of the Iron and Steel Institute of Japan, Defintion of surface crack for steel rods, 1987. 8. T. Shinohara and K. Yoshida, Iron and steel, Vol. 90, No.12, 2004, pp. 31. 9. T. Shinohara and K. Yoshida, “Effect of rolling and drawing of rod wires on removal of surface cracks,” Wire Journal International, Vol. 37, 2004, pp. 52-57. 10. The Japan Society for Technology of Plasticity, Drawing, Corona sha Co., Ltd. p.14 and p.69. 11. K.Yoshida and Y.Shinohara, Prediction of Surface Micro-Defects in Plate Rolling, No.9690,Current Advances in Materials and Processes, 2004, pp.11-14. ■

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Tanaka

Plasticity in 1984 and won medal awards from The Wire Association International, Inc., for the best paper in the nonferrous division in 1999, 2001, 2003, and 2004. Tetsuo Shinohara, Tsutomu Yamashita, and Atsuhiro Tanaka are graduate students at Tokai. This paper was presented at WAI’s International Technical Conference, Istanbul, Turkey, November 2009.

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U.S.-based Davis-Standard Corporation announced that one of its extrusion lines was chosen by a Canadian producer of electro-mechanical cables for the oil and gas industry that was seeking a system that could manufacture cables with the structural and electrical integrity to withstand severe field conditions. A press release said that the key was Davis-Standard’s capabilities for processing high-temperature FEP at tight tolerances. The company custom-engineered the line for Calgary’s Quality Wireline & Cable, Inc., to meet the rigorous demands of its multi-layer process, which includes two layers of copper, one layer of plastic and two layers of steel wire. Its cables, which can be as long as six miles and can be exposed to temperatures topping 400F, must withstand pressures up to 25,000 psi and tensile loads over 15,000 pounds, it said. The cables use either a single conductor or a bundle of conductors surrounded by a dual shell package for mechanical strength, so the diameter, wall thickness and concentricity of the extrusion are essential to obtain a high quality cable before the armoring process is applied, it said. The Davis-Standard system continually adjusts diameter requirements, maintaining tolerances of .001 in, which is

New controller is a simple ‘swap out’ U.K.-based Proton Products International has launched a new product, the NEXiS CS1000 controller, a gauge and control interface that can be connected to custom designed user interfaces. A press release said that the NEXiS CS1000 has been used to replace BB1000 systems connected to EPIC User Interfaces on Davis Standard extrusion lines. The unit, it said, is a direct “swap out” replacement that uses existing connections between the BB1000-7XY and EPIC. It noted that a recent commissioning of the CS1000-7XY system was com-

pleted, with production back up and running in just three hours. All RS232 communications and protocols remain in the same format, and existing line speed inputs and controller output connections are the same, it noted. Contact: Grant Latimer, Proton Products International, g.latimer@protonproducts.com.

Coiler gets good manufacturer review Sweden’s Windak AB reports that its versatile new FC5 coiler has gotten a very positive review from Kajote Oy, a Finnish company (www.kajote.fi) that produces copper and aluminum cables for the construction and manufacturing industries. In a press release, Windak said that Kajote Oy has found the FC5 coiler exceeds expectations. “We are really happy

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essential as any minor irregularity would be compounded with each additional layer, the release said. The line also reduced waste at the front and back end of the process, and operates at speeds nearly double the industry standard, it said, noting that system components such as the shaftless payoff and take-up, extruder, feedscrews, vacuum pump, multi-pass capstan and MESA III drive and line control were modified to address unique technical specifications. Contact: Larry Fitzgerald, Davis-Standard Corporation, lfitzgerald@davis-standard.com, www.davis-standard.com.

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with this versatile machine,” Kajote OY Development Director Peter Jokinen was quoted as saying. “It suits us well in our small factory with a big assortment of different cables and cable types. Now we can also promote retailed coil sizes exactly to the customer needs. Last week we finished an order where we had coil sizes of 5 m, 10 m, 15 m, 20 m, 30 m and 200 m. Everything went well without any problems, thanks to the FC5.” The FC5 is designed to operate at speeds to 460 mpm to produce coil ODs from 220 mm to 480 mm from cable that is 3 mm to 25 mm, creating finished coils to 40 kg. Windak will display and demonstrate the FC5 coiler at its booth (Hall 9 B56) at wire 2010. Contact: Windak AB, info@windak.se. In North America, info@windakusa.com.

‘Green’ design meets industry needs as well as health and safety concerns France’s Condat SA reports that it has redesigned its product line to meet or exceed requirements of vital health and safety regulations, such as those of RoHS and REACH. A press release said that the company, which has been proactive in ongoing efforts by the four-person staff of its dedicated Product Regulatory Affairs Department, has anticipated the latest R&D developments that are needed to ensure that Condat’s VICAFIL and STEELSKIN product lines comply with the most exacting requirements. It notes that the company’s philosophy has been to seek out substitutes for potentially dangerous materials, which is why its product range has always been free of Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC). To that end, Condat has redesigned its lubricant line to offer a larger choice of products for direct substitution, with options such as low- or zero borax surface coatings and drawing powders as well as vegetable oil-based alternatives, it said. Example of redesigned products are: VICAFIL SUMAC 3,

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the new generation of sodium soap developed and optimized from a technical, environmental and economical point of view; VICAFIL WC 6C, a soluble best-seller lubricant for weaving applications that has renewable raw materials in its formulation; and its VICAFIL TS 7853 (low borax) and VICAFIL TS 7101 (zero borax) surface coatings. Contact: Condat SA, info@condat.fr, www.condat.fr.

R&D expands crosshead technology Austria’s Rosendahl GmbH reports that its R&D efforts have resulted in advances that have made it possible to further optimize its crosshead series efficiency as well as made it possible to process cables up to 110 mm in core diameter for different application areas. A press release notes that manufacturing costs can be reduced by attaining a higher degree of concentricity that enables manufacturers to reduce the average wall thickness of a cable’s insulation. Rosendahl, it said, has accomplished this goal by a distributor concept that guarantees homogeneous material flow, independent of the processed materials and the output. With the help of finite element simulation programs, the company was able to determine the optimum distributor dimensions to attain the optimum balanced flow at the exit, and its Crosshead Series now takes full advantage of the mechanical calculations and rheological analysis. The simulation also makes it possible to compute pressure, temperature rise, velocity, stress and strain rate distributions over the entire simulation domain, said the release, noting that when designing the distributor, it is important to adapt the distributor’s channels to the flow path of the melt. The company’s R&D included working with university institutes to provide a material data base that includes standard as well as special material (Foamed Material Blends, LSOH, XLPE, etc.), it said. The result of the extensive efforts is that Rosendahl, a supplier of extruders, crossheads and complete extrusion lines, has an even better understanding of the overall polymer extrusion process, which has resulted in optimize extrusion head design. Contact: Rosendahl GmbH, tel. 43-3113-5100-0, www.rosendahlaustria.com.

Safety kit provides simple means for detecting hidden wiring problems U.S.-based HazardGuard® Safety Wire, Inc., has launched the Chameleon Kit, a product that provides a simple means for detecting overheating cable. The kit contains various thermal color-changing products that can be easily affixed to single or multiple conductor elec-

Range of tension and compression load cells now includes smallest sizes Germany’s burster gmbh announced that its proven line of tension and compression load cells, models 8416 and 8417, now can process the smallest of measuring ranges, from 0-20 N up to 0-100 N, which makes them ideal for applications in the precision mechanics field, the watch making industry or in measurement device construction. The load cells, a press release said, are available in stock for up to a measuring range of 0-5000 N. With an outside diameter of less than 9 mm, the load cells are superb for integrating into small, restricted and tight structures, it said. Weighing only 2 grams, the sensor body is well-suited for use in lightweight and delicate components, it noted, adding that load cells can function well even if they are mounted to moving and vibrating ele-

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trical wires and cables, a press release said. The kit’s spiral wraps alert users by changing colors (between 100-115 F) when they are in the proximity of overheating conductor(s), it said, noting that such conditions typically release heat due to either excess electrical resistance or other convection heat sources. The spiral wraps are reusable as once they cool the color-change process reverses, it said. CEO Walt Ogrodnik said the kit, which also includes clips, tie wrap and hook-up wires, provides electrical professionals and labs “a means to literally see heat thru a color-change. Such products can help pinpoint dangerous electrical problems and thereby can mitigate testing, repair and diagnostic time, warranty claims, property damage, and even reduce personal injury while saving lives.� Contact: HazardGuard Safety Wire, Inc., tel. 412-8356312, www.hazardguard.com.

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ments as their small size has minimal effect on the vibration behavior of machine parts. The miniature sensors, which have industry-compliant components that include a robot-capable cable connection, provide good measuring quality and can operating at temperatures from 0°C to 80°C, it said. Contact: burster gmbh, tel. 49-07224-645-0, www.burster.com, info@burster.com.

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unit. For more details, including specific details as to how this technology works, e-mail Marco Dell’Oro, or stop by the company’s wire 2010 booth (Hall 11- J-65). Contact: Marco Dell’Oro, Mario Frigerio SpA, tel. 30-0341-358-1, m.delloro@mariofrigerio.it, www.mflggroup.com.

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U.S.-based Yield Management Corporation has launched a new product for monitoring spool rotation on rigid frame and planetary cabling machines without the use of slip rings or expensive radio frequency transducers. The device is designed to detect wire breaks and stop the machine before the broken wire reached the next section, in most cases before the forming die, a press release said. Reflective segments mounted to the spindle brake disc act as a target for optical position sensors mounted outside the machine’s rotation, it said, noting that this technology serves as a cost-effective way to reduce scrap and increase productivity. The system can be custom engineered for most rigid frame and plantary cabling machinery with any number of spool positions, the release said. It is user selectable in left-hand and right-hand configurations and can also provide an alarm for diameter variations and serve as an operator safety override, it said. Yield Management will display the system at wire 2010 at its stand, Hall 9, F-13/04. Contact: Yield Management Corporation, tel. 413-2837773. www.yieldmanagementcorp.com.

Based in Barcelona, Spain, Gabarró S.A., which specializes in drawing low-carbon steel wire for the most demanding applications, reports that its line of mild steel wire has proven especially good for automotive applications. The company, which this year celebrates its 90th anniversary, will display wire products at wire 2010 at Hall 10 D-40, where staff will be ready to discuss its product lines and manufacturing processes, which are certified ISO 9001:2008 by TUV. A press release noted that the company’s quality control department analyzes the process from raw material purchase to delivered wire. The wire is scrupulously produced, following customers’ technical specifications and delivered with a quality certification, it said, adding that Gabarró collaborates with customers to design innovative solutions. Products include: bright drawn wires from 2.4 mm to 14 mm in coils from 500 to 3.000 kg, suitable for: welding, holding and slitting for a range of finishes; annealed drawn wires; and profiles. Contact: Export Manager Mercedes Sicsu, Gabarró, S.A., tel. .34-93-201-30 00, msicsu@gabarro.eu.

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Report provides steel life cycle data The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has released its 2010 Global Steel Life Cycle Inventory (LCI), which it says provides the most accurate and comprehensive data available on the environmental profile of 16 key products, including wire rod, which ate representative of the spectrum of steel production. The datasets, which are used for material selection and product design, are available free, a press release from the Brussels-based organization said. The data is intended to give industry information to help it apply a full-life cycle approach when determining the environmental impact of steel-containing products, it said. The data can be obtained via worldsteel’s LCA/LCI contact form at its website. Contact: World Steel Association, www.worldsteel.org, broadbent@worldsteel.org. ■

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Fort Wayne Wire Die Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

AIM Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Mario Frigerio SpA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-14

Alloy Wire International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133

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Gem Gravure Co Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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Henkel Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Carris Reels Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Howar Equipment Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Cemanco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121, 129

Howar Equipment Inc/Unitek . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Commission Brokers Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

Howar Equipment Inc/Bock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Conneaut Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Huestis Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 26

Elof Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

IDEAL Welding Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Esteves Group USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Jersey Strand & Cable Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167

Eurolls Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Jinyoungtech Co Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cover 3

Fabritex Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Keir Manufacturing Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Filtertech Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Lamnea Bruk USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

FMS USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

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U.K., France, Spain, Holland, Belgium, Denmark & Scandinavia Jennie Franks David Franks & Co. 63 St. Andrew’s Road Cambridge CB4 1DH, England Tel/fax: 44-1223-360472 franksco@btopenworld.com

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SALES OFFICES ASIA/WAI INDIA OFFICE Germany, Austria, & Switzerland Dagmar Melcher Media Service International P.O. Box 103 D-82402 Seeshaupt Germany Tel: 49-8801-914682 Fax: 49-8801-914683 dmelcher@t-online.de

Wire & Cable Services Pvt. Ltd. (WCS) 501, Rainbow Plaza, S. No. 7 Pimple-Saudeagar Vil. Rahatani, Pune - 411017, India Huned Contractor mobile - +91 988 1084 202 hcontractor@wirenet.org

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Lesmo Machinery America Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Pressure Welding Machines Ltd . . . . . . . . . .119

Lesmo Machinery America Inc/A. Appiani . .127

Queins & Co GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Lesmo Machinery America Inc/Cometo . . . .161

Reelex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Lloyd & Bouvier Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

Rosendahl Maschinen GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Madem SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

SAMP USA Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89, 97

Mario Frigerio SpA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-14

SCR Holdings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Mathiasen Machinery Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166

Sikora International Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

NIMSCO LLC/SB2C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Sjogren Industries Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

NUMALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Sonoco Reels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 45

Paramount Die Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

August Strecker GmbH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Pittsfield Plastics Eng Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

SuperPower Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

PolyOne Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Suzuki Garphyttan AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Power Sonics LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Talladega Machinery & Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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Wire Expo: Milwaukee May 12-13. Booth Number: 218 WAREHOUSE SPACE AVAILABLE: PAWTUCKET, RI - ATTLEBORO, MA - MORVEN, NC - BONHAM TX

RECENT PURCHASES — INVENTORY HIGHLIGHTS CBR1043 NEXTROM/CEECO 4 pair 500mm Group Twinner w/backtwist, 1000 mm rotating cradle take up, Yr. 2000. CBR984 WATSON 19 wire 22” Planetary cabling line (still installed) WRD831/WRD678 SAMP 8 wire MT8.2.4.21 drawing machine/SAMP 14 wire MLS/5.T.14 CBR957 COOK 48” BH-48 ST. Cabler (still installed) TKU1149 NEXTROM Take ups EKP-63 Yr. 2000 Never used/(4) EKP 50, Yr. 1998, TKU1118-1121/EKP-5, Yr. 2001 (2) WRD890 (3) SAMP TR2TP Wire Drawing/Annealing /Preheating Yr. 2000 Never Used. WRD887 820 mm SAMP Drop Coiler, Model AS/3-820, Yr. 1999 CBR998 (8) SETIC 630mm PA630i D.T. Twinners, 1998. CBR1000 84” CABALLE/KALMAR/POURTIER Drum Twisting Line, 1990’s. CBR995/CBR989 630mm MGS & TEC, 800mm NMC D.T. Twinners.

MGS/BARTELL Payoffs: 60”, 72”, 84”, 96”. Take ups 60”, 72”, 84” 96” (some rebuilt) EXPL347 2 1/2” D.STD./SAMP Tandem Wire Dwg Insul Line w/2 1/2” & 1 1/4” extruders, 630mm Samp wire drawer and dual T/U, Yr. 2005. EXPL325 4 1/2“ Jacketing Line w/2) 60” Belt Caterpullers, 96” Portal P/O, T/U, 30” multipass capstan. EXPL304 ROSENDAHL Skin-Foam-Skin Ins Line, Yr Mfg., 2000, Henrich annealer, preheater, 60/45/30mm extruders w/gas inj., multi cap, Rosendahl DIN500 dual T/U. EXRL38 3 1/2”/ 1 1/4” AMERICAN KUHNE XLPE, CV Line, 2001, Endex CC18 18” Drop Coiler, multipass capstan. EXR172/171/168 4 1/2”, 3 1/2”, 6“ D.STD. 20:1 Rubber Extruders, roller feed water cooled. CLR214 SKALTEK MPS-260 Automatic Coiling Line for 250mm coils, CS260 pallet stacker. RWD359 2.6m SKALTEK Rewind Line. A264K P/O, S60/L100 line controls., meas. mach. Guide roller assy. U26T T/U.

ALWAYS LOOKING TO BUY/TRADE GOOD SURPLUS MACHINERY PREOWNED HIGH QUALITY WIRE, CABLE & OPTICAL CABLE MANUFACTURING MACHINERY AVAILABLE EX-STOCK FROM SIX US WAREHOUSE LOCATIONS.

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ADVERTISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PAGE Tensor Machinery Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Tubular Products Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 United Wire Co Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161

May 2010 WJI • Specialty Manufacturing • New Applications ADVERTISING DEADLINE: April 1, 2010

Vandor Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Windak Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Wire & Plastic Machinery Corp . . . . . . . . . . .169 Witels Albert USA Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Woodburn Diamond Die Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Worth Steel & Machinery Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Zumbach Electronics Corp . . . . . . . . . . .Cover 4

WIRE ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL ADS Interwire 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Wire Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Ferrous Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43-44, 89 Wire Expo 2010 Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 WAI Call for Papers: Monterrey ITC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

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