EuroWire March 2023
The International Magazine for the Wire & Cable Industries
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Increasing worldwide demand Electric infrastructure, from cars to power transmission and the distribution industry, has been highlighted as a major factor in the increasing demand of the worldwide wire and cable industry. UK-based lubricant manufacturer Metalube is expecting demand to continue over the next few years with increasing urbanisation and fast infrastructure expansion also contributing to the growth. This has been highlighted with the company attracting new customers from “fantastic opportunities” provided worldwide. For the full story, turn to page 11. The Wire Association International has announced keynote speakers for its eagerly anticipated Interwire 2023, being staged in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, from 9 to 11 May. Srinivas Siripurapu, chief innovation and R&D officer of Prysmian Group, will present his speech “Innovation, investments and incentives – electrifying the wire and cable industry for a brighter future”, while Rich Stinson, president and CEO of Southwire Company, will address the audience with “The future is electrified”. Held biennially, Interwire attracts visitors from more than 50 countries for its exhibition, conference and keynote presentations. More details on page 14. The Wire Association (WAI) has also announced that Kurt F Breischaft will serve as the 70 th president of the association. Mr Breischaft, president of SDI LaFarga Copperworks, a copper rod and wire mill in New Haven, Indiana, USA, will chair the board of directors of the 93-year-old association for a one-year term, which began on 1 January.
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Dispel the myths of fibre optic installation to future-proof 5G connectivity By Liam Taylor, European business manager, fibre optics, at MicroCare UK Ltd, and member of IEC/SC 86B Working Group 4
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We’ve designed a robust material portfolio, giving numerous options to global engineers as you build cables that provide data, energy and power, control, signals and other functions while adhering to strict fire performance standards.
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The new PPA moves Borealis closer to its goal of using 100 per cent electricity obtained from renewable sources
Power purchase agreement for renewable electricity from offshore wind farm
polyolefins and hydrocarbons is of renewable origin. “Our new PPA with Eneco for roughly 1.5 TWh of renewable power over the next ten years is an important step forward for Borealis in achieving our own energy and climate targets,” said Borealis executive vice president base chemicals and operations, Wolfram Krenn. “Having strong and reliable partners like Eneco enables us to accelerate our climate neutrality efforts.” “As part of our One Planet Plan – becoming climate neutral by 2035 – assisting our customers in their path to climate neutrality is an important element,” added Jean-Jacques Delmée, CEO of Eneco Belgium. “By combining our decarbonisation efforts, together we can achieve more and faster.” Borealis AG www.borealisgroup.com Eneco www.eneco.be
Ostend. Taken together, Seastar and Mermaid have the capacity to power the equivalent of around 500,000 Belgian households every year. The first PPA between Borealis and Eneco, signed in 2020, covers delivery of wind power from Mermaid to Borealis’s Belgian operations as of January 2021. The new PPA is for the supply of renewable electricity to Borealis from the Seastar wind park. The renewable electricity generated within the framework of the second PPA – around 1.5 TWh over ten years – will lower Scope 2 emissions (greenhouse gas emissions stemming from the generation of energy purchased) at Borealis operations in Belgium by approximately 22,300 tons per year. The PPAs represent progress towards realising the objective of increasing the share of renewables in the electricity mix to 40 per cent by 2025, and ensuring that by 2030, 100 per cent of the electricity used to power Borealis operations in
Borealis, a provider of advanced and sustainable polyolefin solutions, and Eneco, an integrated sustainable energy company, have signed a second ten year power purchase agreement (PPA) to supply renewable electricity for Borealis production operations in Belgium. Eneco, which has an exclusive off take agreement for the entire output generated at the SeaMade offshore wind farm in the Belgian North Sea, will supply around 150 GWh each year to Borealis for ten years, starting in 2024. With a total operational capacity of approximately 487 MW, SeaMade is the largest wind farm in the Belgian North Sea. It comprises two offshore concessions commissioned at the end of 2020 – Seastar (252 MW) and Mermaid (235 MW) – each with two offshore substations. The farm’s 58 wind turbine generators, each with 8.4 MW capacity, are located around 45km off the coastal city of
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Continuous operation, high precision, and ease of operation and handling – the NIEHOFF fully automatic SND double spoolers
Our new generation of double spoolers, the SND 631 and the SND 801, feature highly reliable fully automatic wire changeover and spool changes. Thanks to reduced changeover times and minimized maintenance downtime your line will record higher production uptime and is continuously in operation – at production speeds of up to 40 m/s. Maintenance-free and energy-efficient three-phase-current drives complete the concept – your line works with maximum efficiency, productivity, and reliability. Automatic changeover success rates exceed 99% at a highly repeatable and accurate wire length on the spools. The unit is designed for a wider wire range, aiming for even larger diameters than its predecessor, and is perfectly suitable for operation with aluminum and copper and their alloys. This new double spooler meets the strictest and most challenging requirements with great flexibility. NIEHOFF combines outstanding expertise along your entire value chain with customer proximity and reliable service, for the entire life cycle of your investment. It is exactly this combination that will make the crucial difference, so you can concentrate on what is most important to you: your decisive competitive advantage.
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Global growth in wire drawing and cable markets Wire and cable lubricant manufacturer Metalube has identified significant demand that looks set to continue over the next few years. The worldwide wire and cable industry is expanding due to the growth of electric infrastructure, from cars to power transmission and the distribution industry. ialists in lubricants and greases made specifically to produce high-quality cable and wire, so this growth in the sector has presented fantastic opportunities for us and we are welcoming on board new customers from Mexico to Azerbaijan. Our clients know that we can provide them with superior products that save them time and money along with support on the ground wherever they are, with distribution around the world.” Metalube Group www.metalube.co.uk September date for wire China Metalube produces lubricants for the wire and cable industries Other key drivers for growth are increas ing urbanisation and fast infrastructural expansion. These influence the demand for energy and electricity in the home, industrial and manufacturing sectors. Metalube commercial director Douglas Hunt said, “We are market-leading spec-
wire China, the leading regional trade fair for the wire and cable industry, will now take place from 4 to 7 September 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The focus of the event will be innovations around the fields of machinery and equipment for wire production and processing, as well as wire products and cables. Conferences and workshops will accompany the four-day event, which has been jointly organised by Messe Düsseldorf Shanghai and the Shanghai Electric Cable Research Institute since 2004. Messe Düsseldorf Shanghai www.wirechina.net
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A sustainable choice Maillefer has received its ISO 14001:2015 certificate, completing the certification for the group.
He went on to say that the company’s technology portfolio is focused on opti mal material utilisation, waste manage ment and high-quality end-product pro duction, and concluded, “We are happy to receive recognition for the environmental management systems we’ve put in place. “The ISO 14001:2015 certificate shows our commitment to stay on the path of sustainability.” Maillefer Extrusion Oy www.maillefer.net
Lars Fagerholm, president of the group, said, “Maillefer continues to commit to and demonstrate sustainable value in how we operate and in the performance of our technology. We continuously drive our operations toward more sustainable processes, fully utilise 100 per cent green energy resources, and invest in our organisation and the way of working to meet sustainable and best ethical values.”
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Ajex & Turner at wire India
For Ajex & Turner Wire Technologies, wire India 2022, held in Mumbai in November, was a perfect platform to meet and greet people from around the world. Those who took time to visit the stand encouraged the company to find new ways in which business can benefit from its tailor-made innovations and know-how, including practical tools and techniques to benefit the wire industry. Products showcases at wire India included PCD/carbide/VNT nano dies, drawing and compacting dies, TW dies, sector rollers, lubricants, buncher bows, ceramic pulleys, and die polishing machines and accessories. Ajex & Turner Wire Technologies Pvt Ltd www.ajexturner.com
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Keynote speakers named for Interwire 2023 The Wire Association International (WAI) has announced two keynote speakers scheduled to open its Interwire conference programme at the Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The event runs from 9 to 11 May 2023.
On 9 May, Srinivas Siripurapu, chief innovation and R&D officer of Prysmian Group, will present his keynote address “Innovation, investments and incentives – electrifying the wire and cable industry for a brighter future”. The overview of the address reads: “The trifecta of clean energy, grid modernisation and digital transformation is driving innovation on steroids for the wire and cable industry. For example, the US government has set a goal to deploy 30GW of new offshore wind energy by 2030 and 15GW of floating wind farms by 2035. These ambitious targets can only be achieved with reliable hi-tech cabling infrastructure such as novel 525kV HVDC systems that can transmit over 2GW of power. The presentation will showcase multiple examples of new technologies that will energise wire and cable manufacturing with increased investments and spur economic growth.”
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the future of manufacturing as we all become even more connected, and as electrification plays an even greater role.” Hosted biennially, Interwire is an international trade event that includes exhibiting companies, speakers and visitors from more than 50 countries. All Interwire 2023 conference registrants have access to the keynote presentations. Conference details and registration information are available on the event website: www.interwire23.com The Wire Association International, Inc www.wirenet.org
On 10 May, Rich Stinson, president and CEO of Southwire Company, will address the audience with his keynote presenta tion titled “The future is electrified”. This address will look at how industry megatrends are changing the future, and how electrification will play a major role. The overview continues: “There is a fundamental need and desire to decarbonise; the only way to do it is to move from an oil-gas fuelled economy to an economy driven by electrification. We must be ready to meet the needs of our customers. It’s a great time to be in the electrical industry, and Southwire is focused on further strengthening
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Call for technical papers for annual IWCS industry forum
the 2023 IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum, and will be published for ongoing research and education. Examples of paper topics range from manufacturing processes of copper and optical fibre cables, innovative cable design, codes and standards, connectivity and assemblies, to installation techniques, materials and extrusion processing. IWCS accepts submissions from all industry professionals, with no limitation of job title or level of experience. Examples of past authors’ roles include engineering, research and development, product management and academia, in a variety of market and industry segments relevant to cable products, materials, processes and applications. A referral programme is available for those who wish to refer their colleagues to submit a paper. The person who refers the most authors of accepted technical papers will receive complimentary full-access registration to the 2023 Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum. A complete list of suggested subjects, along with submission criteria and resources to refer colleagues, can be found on the IWCS website at iwcs.org/present. The deadline to submit a technical paper abstract is 7 April 2023. IWCS, Inc https://iwcs.org
IWCS is seeking industry professionals and academic researchers to submit a 300–500 word abstract summarising research or emerging technologies affecting the global cable and connectivity industry. Abstracts will be reviewed by the IWCS 2023 technical symposium committee, and authors of accepted abstracts will gain international exposure for their work. Technical papers will be presented during the technical symposium component of
Papers will be presented during the technical symposium of the industry forum
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Supermac – Global Solution Provider in Extrusion and Process Technology along with IIOT applications
Supermac Industries established in the year 1974 is a leader in manufacturing of high end systems and process technology for the wire & cable in Power and telecom sector and related Industries. The ISO 9001 and CE certified company specializes in offering customized and tailor made solutions to fulfil specific needs of the variety of customers all across the globe. With a highly skilled design team, with the best of manufacturing and highly talented commissioning team, trained experts in cable processes and technology, we offer design to process expertise to bring in the best product for you. Supermac Industries established in the year 1974 is a leader in manufacturing of high end systems and process technology for the wire & cable in Power and telecom sector and related Industries. The ISO 9001 and CE certified company specializes in offering customized and tailor made solutions to fulfil specific needs of the variety of customers all across the globe. With a highly skilled design team, with the best of manufacturing and highly talented commissioning team, trained experts in cable processes and technology, we offer design to process expertise to bring in the best product for you. Supermac has expertise providing on line commissioning from remote. Post commissioning customer service support is provided Supermac has expertise providing on line commissioning from remote. Post commissioning customer service support is provided
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from both on site as well as from remote. In our endeavour to conform to industry 4.0 norms, Supermac has taken strong strides forward in implementing several digital initiatives and can provide IIOT enabled extrusion lines supported by Siemens Mind sphere software from both on site as well as from remote. In our endeavour to conform to industry 4.0 norms, Supermac has taken strong strides forward in implementing several digital initiatives and can provide IIOT enabled extrusion lines supported by Siemens Mind sphere software The company has three established and running units near New Delhi and are adding another unit under our expansion program. The company has three established and running units near New Delhi and are adding another unit under our expansion program. The state-of-the art facilities are equipped with international and indigenous machinery to carry out the process of manufacturing as per the customer’s requirements. Supermac has strategic partnership with German Companies – M/S Scholz to cover CCV Lines, M/S Rubicon to cover Rubber extrusion Lines and Simpack USA for Coiling machines and Solutions. The state-of-the art facilities are equipped with international and indigenous machinery to carry out the process of manufacturing as per the customer’s requirements. Supermac has strategic partnership with German Company – M/S Scholz to cover CCV Lines, and Simpack USA for Coiling machines and Solutions.
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Promoting research on use of digital twins The Walter and Elfriede Niehoff Foundation, named after the founder of Maschinenfabrik Niehoff and his wife, is supporting a research project by the East Bavarian Technical University of Applied Sciences (OTH) Regensburg. The foundation is providing half a million euros to the project, titled “Use of digital twins for medium-sized mechanical engineering companies”. The cooperation agreement was signed by Ulla Niehoff, chairwoman of the foundation, and Prof Dr Ralph Schneider, president of OTH Regensburg. The project combines basic research with applied research and is designed to help small and medium-sized mechanical engineering companies gain knowledge and market advantage by using digital methods in product development. In simple terms, a digital twin is a virtual copy of a process or a machine that enables the simulation of operational sequences under conditions that are close to reality. In this way, production processes can be simplified, resources can be used more sustainably, costs can be reduced and the development of innovations can be accelerated. The resources of the foundation will be used to finance the post of a research assistant who will, among other things, initiate interdisciplinary activities in the research area.
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The Walter and Elfriede Niehoff Foundation mainly supports young professionals in technical and economic courses, as well as supporting social and cultural projects at the Niehoff site in Schwabach, Germany. Maschinenfabrik Niehoff GmbH & Co KG www.niehoff.de (seated) Ulla Niehoff and Prof Dr Ralph Schneider sealed the cooperation with their signatures, witnessed by (from left) foundation board members Holger Hoefer and Rainer Vockentanz; and Prof Dr-Ing Thomas Schaeffer, Matthias Schuderer (MSc) and Prof Dr-Ing Carsten Schulz from OTH Regensburg
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Management buy-out at AWI Alloy Wire International (AWI), a UK manufacturer of round, flat and profile wire, has completed a management buy-out, as it targets £15mn annual sales for the first time in its 77-year history.
The trio have also initiated a near-£1mn investment drive that will see new wet drawing and single-hole dry drawing machines arrive during the course of the year, along with an annealing line spooler and several hundred tonnes of raw material. “This is another major milestone in the history of AWI and gives us the platform to capitalise on recent growth and massive export opportunities,” said managing director Tom Mander. “The new owners have over 45 years’ combined experience of working here, so it was a natural progression for us to step forward and take the business on, with previous MD Mark Venables moving to chairman for the next five years and R&D director Angus Hogarth taking a consultancy role.” He continued, “There’s something very special about this business, and this MBO ensures we maintain and cultivate this for the next 75 years. We will continue to focus on our USPs, which include delivering the fastest industry lead times, world class manufacturing quality and an expanding range of exotic alloys.” The company manufactures round, flat and profile wire in more than 60 exotic alloys, such as Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, Nimonic and Waspaloy. Alloy Wire International www.alloywire.com
The company’s senior management team, comprising managing director Tom Mander, technical director Andrew Du Plessis and finance director Adam Shaw, has purchased the business from the current owners. The deal will see all 33 members of staff become shareholders in the business.
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ASAŞ orders extrusion line and energy-efficient HybrEx line ASAŞ Alüminyum, an aluminium manufacturer based in Turkey, is investing in extrusion technology from SMS group to produce profile sizes that it says cannot currently be produced anywhere in Europe. Having already used SMS equipment for many years, ASAŞ has ordered two new aluminium extrusion lines: a 150 MN extrusion and tube line and a 45 MN HybrEx® line. SMS states that the 150 MN extrusion press will be Europe’s largest extrusion line and will open up new opportunities for ASAŞ on the international market for extra-large extrusion profiles. As a systems supplier, SMS will deliver the two extrusion lines from a single source. The 150 MN line is equipped with modern plant components to produce finish-sawn profiles up to 30m in length. The package includes induction furnaces from SMS subsidiary IAS, a 150 MN tube and extrusion press built according to the latest SMS design, and a quench and complete handling equipment by OMAV, also an SMS group subsidiary. The line will produce profiles up to 900mm thick and 450mm high, from 18" or 24" aluminium billets. Tubes with various wall thicknesses can also be produced.
production capacity for the growing automotive market, in addition to the HybrEx line ordered in 2021. The new line will be equipped with a gas-fired billet furnace and an induction furnace, a 45 MN HybrEx extrusion press with an energy-efficient hybrid drive system, and a quench and run-out system with profile stretcher and precise in-line profile cutting. From left: OMAV managing director Massimo Marinelli; Dr Tobias Brune, vice president non-ferrous, SMS group; Olaf Stalfort, chief sales officer region Europe, SMS group; ASAŞ board member Safa Bayar Yavuz; and ASAŞ general manager Derya Hatibo ǧ lu
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MV cable testing facility in Dubai fully operational
communication and compound analytics testing. It will support manufacturers in the MV cable market to verify competitive designs and raw materials to ensure that quality is not compromised. The facility furthers BASEC’s aim of becoming the preferred testing and certification partner to the worldwide cable industry, and builds upon other
Following a second-phase investment of £1.2mn, BASEC’s medium voltage cable testing facility, based in its new regional lab in Dubai, UAE, is now fully operational. BASEC (British Approvals Service for Cables) states that the new testing laboratory will significantly increase its scope of testing to further complement investments made in solar, EV, data
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recent investments to add capability, technology and global reach. CEO Tony Lioveri said, “BASEC has been working in partnership with cable manufacturers for over 50 years and has a strong brand and heritage of being the mark of quality and safety. Phase 2 investment and extension into medium voltage testing is another milestone on this journey. The Dubai facility is strategically located to support the global market, as seen from the opening of the LV lab in 2021. […] Our goal is to give end users and manufacturers confidence that by using the BASEC mark, they can be assured of guaranteed quality and safety throughout the supply chain.” Akram Abdelwahab, BASEC’s group technical manager and medium voltage expert, stated, “With the increase in demand for manufacturing higher volumes of MV cable, BASEC MV laboratory will enhance the quality of the MV cable industry by helping both cable manufacturers and stakeholders. “BASEC offers a full testing solution for the MV cable industry by bringing European quality and cable testing speciality to the Middle East. The unique location will make it easier for all cable manufacturers worldwide, especially those in the Middle East, to send their heavy MV cable samples to Dubai.” The lab was purpose-built to achieve the objective of high quality testing, with four earth electrodes to obtain a low PD sensitivity in the presence of background noise (<1pC). Cables certified by BASEC are subjected to rigorous recurring tests and audits with annual surveillance. Critical tests for MV include partial discharge test, bending test, Tan Delta – concerning voltage, Tan Delta – concerning temperature, heating cycle test, impulse voltage test, DC voltage test on over sheath, and adherence of screens at short circuit temperature test. BASEC www.basec.org.uk
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Steel wire production with EZero dies and diamond-coated solutions
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Esteves says that this exclusive technology has been tested and proven to deliver outstanding results in many wire drawing processes. Advantages of EZero dies over traditional products include improved die-life, and diameter stability and consistent roundness throughout the die lifecycle, particularly in ferrous wires and demanding hard-wire alloys. With available diameters ranging from 0.02 to 0.8mm, one of the benefits of EZero dies is their durability compared to traditional monocrystalline and polycrystalline diamond (PCD) dies. Esteves claims that EZero dies can outlast traditional dies by a significant margin, reducing the frequency of die changeovers and increasing machine uptime. Diamond Coated (DC) dies and drawing inserts for pressure die systems provide enhanced wear-resistance, allowing users to maximise output while minimising downtime due to maintenance or replacement. The DC technology is an alternative to traditional tungsten carbide inserts and offers a claimed 10 to 20 times their lifespan. In addition, lower friction forces lead to improved productivity and energy savings. The diamond layer ensures a smooth wire surface and improved diameter accuracy, making it suitable for low, medium and high carbon steel, as well as stainless steel and welding wire. To complement the introduction of the new technologies, Esteves Group’s ‘Team Deutschland’ has been strengthened with the addition of Tomasz Weidel as a business development specialist for the steel industry, working with Alina Scheitza and Anita Silicka in a team dedicated to the German market. Esteves Group www.estevesgroup.com
For more than 100 years, Esteves Group has been a provider of tooling and services for the wire and cable industry in Germany. The company has now strengthened its focus on this market by reinforcing its technical sales team with a specialist for the steel industry. This will provide exclusive attention to the German steel market and ensure the company can respond to the specific needs of the industry. Esteves Group’s latest offerings – EZero and Diamond Coated dies and drawing inserts – provide efficient production processes that ensure precision while minimising waste material in the wire drawing. EZero dies are made using a diamond innovation that consists of carbon nanoparticles.
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In-line wire pre-treatment technology Walsin Lihwa operates in the research and development of basic materials and relevant technology applications to gradually implement smart manu- facturing processes. In line with its efforts to mitigate operating impacts on the environment and its objectives for future development, the company has invested in wire in-line pre-treatment technology from WiTechs for its production lines in China and Taiwan.
friendly production, the units enable fast paced manufacturing processes, and are provided with the latest Siemens human machine interface and software. Through efficient inventory management and close ties with suppliers, WiTechs has been able to ensure timely delivery of its machines despite uncertainty in the global supply chain as a result of the pandemic. Founded in 2007, WiTechs is mechanical engineering company that specialises in wire in-line pre-treatment, with a service range consisting of wire payoffs and systems for the mechanical descaling of wire and coating and cleaning of wire. WiTechs BV www.witechs.com “The expansion of our metal trade fair portfolio towards Turkey is important and necessary to ensure continued growth in the market and to match our exhibitors’ changed needs,” said Daniel Ryfisch, director of Messe Düsseldorf’s wire, Tube and Flow Technologies portfolio. Further information and registration documents will be available at: “We are also committed to building and continually upgrading all our plants using the latest technologies available, thereby ensuring a safe, secure and healthy future for all our stakeholders and communities. Achieving net zero in the steel industry will require major upgrades and capital investments in steel mills, and the initiative will have to be taken at both an industry and policy level.” Burkhard Dahmen, CEO and chairman of the managing board of SMS group, commented, “Our know-how and experience in metallurgy combined with our digital expertise and plant technology are enabling SMS group and JSW Steel to create a greener metals industry.” SMS group GmbH www.sms-group.com JSW Steel www.jsw.in www.wire-eurasia.com www.tube-eurasia.com
The order includes a number of machines, including several SEZ-6-302 belt grinding descalers and HSBE-3302 wire cleaning and coating machines. The SEZ-6-302 is designed to grind pre-descaled wire rod or wire of any other quality that has been pre-treated by other means. The HSBE 3302 system was developed for coating steel wire prior to further processing. Both machines apply to various wire diameters up to a maximum of 34mm. In addition to their environmentally two events are held by Tüyap Fair Istanbul, a Turkish trade fair organiser and venue operator, at the Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center. From 2025, wire and Tube Eurasia will be organised as independent trade fairs at two-year intervals. 2023 will see the two existing Turkish trade fairs extended to include the new trade fairs wire and Tube Eurasia, with the focal segments being wire, cable and their manufacturing and processing; and tubes and pipes, pipe production, pipe finishing and trade.
A WiTechs wire cleaning and coating machine similar to those ordered by Walsin Lihwa New trade fairs for Eurasian market
Taking another step towards globalisation with a focus on the international growth markets of the metal industry, the new trade fairs wire Eurasia and Tube Eurasia will be held for the first time in Istanbul, Turkey, from 24 to 27 May 2023. With this move, Messe Düsseldorf is expanding its wire and Tube portfolio in the direction of Turkey and Asia. wire and Tube Eurasia will initially be run as an investment business venture during the two Turkish trade fairs Wire Tech Istanbul and Tube + Steel Istanbul. These JSW Steel, the flagship company of the $22bn JSW Group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with SMS group to explore multiple solutions and R&D projects to reduce carbon emissions in its iron and steel making operations in India. SMS group, a major producer of iron and steel production technologies, will support JSW Steel in India to improve its operational efficiency and environmental performance. The MOU also sets out an agenda for discussions about future areas of cooperation. Through the partnership, the businesses will be able to jointly look for ways of lowering carbon emissions and manufacturing green steel in a challenging industry. Sajjan Jindal, chairman and MD of JSW Steel, said, “While the steel industry
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH www.messe-duesseldorf.de SMS and JSW Steel carbon reduction projects
accounts for 0.7 per cent of the world’s economic output, it also contributes 7 per cent towards global emissions. We need a new transformative approach focused on green steel. With SMS group as our technology partner, we are on our way to turning metals green across the globe.
The MOU was signed by SMS CEO and chairman Burkhard Dahmen and Sajjan Jindal, chairman and MD of JSW Steel
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