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Largest edition of wire Visitors came in their thousands as wire 2024 once again set the benchmark in April this year.
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Staged in Düsseldorf, Germany, more than 1,500 exhibitors from 60 countries, utilising 67,400 square metres of space, made for the largest edition in its near 40-year history.
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Highlighting the importance of the five-day exhibition, Dr-Ing Uwe-Peter Weigmann, board spokesman at Wafios AG, said: “wire and Tube is the place where the future of the wire and tube industries is actively shaped and we introduce the innovations of the last two years to our customers.” The diverse product range showcased at the Rosendahl Nextrom stand generated significant interest among cable manufacturers, with marketing manager Bianca Kranz saying: “Overall, we are very happy with the show’s outcome and the industry’s response to our manufacturing solutions.” French lubricant manufacturer Condat celebrated its 170 th anniversary. Founded in 1854, the company states that its longevity is based on “strong, embodied and enduring values.” Intras Ltd – publisher of EuroWire and Wire & Cable ASIA magazines – marking its 40 th anniversary, held a drinks reception on Wednesday at its stand, attended by many friends and figures from the wire and cable industry. UK-based cold welding specialist PWM was also celebrating its 40 th anniversary, and launched a comprehensive new range of products including the P1500 rod welder and ST40 strip welder. “wire 2024 proved to be a very successful and enjoyable event for us,”said Steve Mepsted, managing director.“Visitor quality and traffic was generally excellent, particularly at the beginning of the week, and we were delighted to see so many customers and friends, old and new, at our anniversary party.” Many companies celebrated milestones and anniversaries at wire.
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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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Flexibility, quality and tolerances: results after four years of activity in the Caleotto rolling mill By Lorenzo Angelini, Nicola Bolognani and Andrea Parimbelli, Arlenico SpA, Lecco, Italy; and Andrea Taurino, Fabio Coppola and Francesco Paternoster, SMS group SpA, Tarcento, Italy
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11-12 June 2024 Wire Expo Trade exhibition Uncasville, Connecticut, USA Organisers: The Wire Association International www.wirenet.org
11-13 June 2024 FABTECH Canada
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CEO Christina Leibinger with the German Innovation Award-nominated IQJET
Industrial printer nominated for German innovation award
into the system. The new cartridges are designed to empty to the last drop. In terms of power, the IQJET draws only 36W on average. The Smart.OS technology of IQJET offers straightforward installation and easy operation. With a diverse range of interfaces, including OPC UA and an integrated PLC, IQJET integrates into any packaging line. The latest HMI provides an intuitive user experience through drag & drop functionality. Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co KG www.leibinger-group.com
downtime. The IQJET is maintenance-free for five years. It has no constantly running feed pump, to reduce wear and tear on components. During breaks in production, printers can become clogged as ink dries on the printhead, leading to lengthy cleaning cycles prior to resuming production. The IQPrint technology used in IQJET eliminates this, combining automatic nozzle-sealing technology with a new smart ink management system. By automatically sealing the ink circuit, IQJET uses less ink. It also condenses evaporated solvent and feeds it back
Leibinger’s new IQJET industrial printer has been nominated for the German Innovation Award, operated and judged by the German Design Council. Continuous inkjet printing (CIJ) is part of the production process for printing onto a variety of products, from food packing and furniture to eggs and electronics. The printed information – barcodes, batch numbers, expiry dates, etc – is important for the tracking of products and the digital operation of supply chains. Leibinger designed the IQJET to address concerns such as sustainability and
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Keynote speakers named for Wire Expo The Wire Association International (WAI) has announced two keynote speakers for Wire Expo 2024, which will be held on 11 and 12 June at the Mohegan Sun Resort & Casino, Uncasville, Connecticut, USA. On 11 June, HO Woltz III, chairman, president and CEO of Insteel, will deliver his keynote address “Success based on committing to continuous improvement and a passion for manufacturing.” Mr Woltz will provide a status report on the challenges and opportunities facing the ferrous wire industry, drawing on his 45 years in the industry, including more than 30 years as CEO. Mr Woltz will also be honoured as the 2024 recipient of the WAI Champion’s Award, which recognises an industry executive’s support of the association and its mission. On 12 June, keynote speaker Paul Furtado, COO, Prysmian North America, will present “Elevating operations: paving the way to manufacturing excellence.” This presentation will outline key elements of ongoing efforts to optimise operational processes through the Prysmian Operating System (POS) approach, including how to build employee engagement and a culture of continuous improvement strategies in creating focus, transparency and
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alignment throughout the organisation. It will highlight specific tools such as strategy deployment and leveraging internal systems as an approach centred on core manufacturing principles and maximising teams’ capabilities. Commenting on the conference, WAI executive director Steven Fetteroll said, “WAI is honoured to have these executives involved to inspire each day of Wire Expo. “Their individual messages on improvement and excellence are echoed in the rest of the conference programme.” The Wire Association International, Inc www.wirenet.org www.wireexpo24.com
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Investment in capacity expansion Owing to increased demand from newly developed markets, the Dorstener Drahtwerke Group is investing heavily in the USA and in its headquarters in the German Ruhr region.
intentions behind the extensive investments, which are due to be completed in 2024, managing director Volker Tüshaus said, “We are certain that, following the reorganisation of wire production at the two sites, we will not only be able to respond more flexibly and efficiently to customer requirements, but will also be more robust in the event of regional fluctuations in demand. The more favourable business and investment climate also speaks in favour of the US market.”
For decades, almost 70 per cent of production capacity at the Dorstener Drahtwerke site was destined for the graphic arts industry, but digitalisation and the associated changes in reading habits have caused this volume to shrink significantly in recent years. It has been replaced by various new applications that are more future proof, such as the production of high-carbon brush wires, (dental) medical wires or technical wires for use in hydrogen electrolysis. The Dorstener Drahtwerke Group has been progressing with the modernisation of the Dorsten site since 2022, in order to prepare for continued growth in demand for products with a high degree of specialisation in terms of materials, mechanical properties and surface quality. In 2023, the go-ahead was given for the expansion of the US plant in York, Pennsylvania. In addition to the purchase of a bell annealer, including a hydrogen option, investments will be made in York in machinery for coating with copper, nickel, zinc and tin. Wet and dry drawing capacities have also been, and are currently being, expanded. With these measures, the family-owned company believes it is well positioned for the long term. Explaining the strategic
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First shipment of new no twist coiler Lämneå Bruk has shipped the first of its new No Twist Coiler Multi-Wire Take-Up machines. The new machine offers advanced capabilities tailored to meet the needs of wire manufacturers. It is designed to handle a variety of in-line, multi-wire operations, providing flexibility and efficiency in production processes. It is particularly suited to use in post-annealing or annealing galvanising processes, ensuring performance across different wire types, including low- and high-tensile variants. A notable feature of the machine is its twist-free wire technology, which maintains the quality standards of the wire throughout the coiling process. This ensures consistency
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Sikora awarded as market champion The Bremen-based Sikora AG is again among the 450 leaders of the German speaking economic area in 2024, according to the University of St Gallen in cooperation with the magazine WirtschaftsWoche (Economic Week) and the Academy of German Business Leaders. segment and have annual sales of at least €50mn, at least 50 per cent of which is generated abroad on at least three continents.
“This is an absolute team effort. Our aim is to offer innovative solutions for our customers. This includes further developments of existing products as well as new technologies that meet the diverse requirements of our customers.” Each year, Sikora invests more than ten per cent of its revenue in the research and development of new measuring and control technology and inspection, analysis and sorting systems for quality assurance during the production of wires and cables, tubes, hoses, pipes and sheets, optical fibres or plastics.
Only official figures are included in the evaluation, such as published annual financial statements from the Federal Gazette or the latest annual financial statements of listed companies in the current survey. Sikora was one of three companies from Bremen, Germany, to receive the award. “Since our company was founded over 50 years ago, Sikora has been known for future-oriented technologies,” said CEO Dr Christian Frank. “We are delighted about the repeated award as world market leader champion.
This is the sixth time since 2016 that the company has been listed in the ranking of the “world market leader champions”, which is published annually by WirtschaftsWoche . 450 companies are selected as world market leader by the University of St Gallen and the Academy of German Business Leaders according to a strict procedure. The winners are number one or two in at least one relevant market
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Investment in Setic Pourtier to accelerate growth and sustainable development
sales structure of the US subsidiary; upgrading facilities in Roanne with new R&D capabilities; and rebranding the group as Setic Pourtier on the occasion of its 75 th anniversary, combining the legacy of both historical brands. Thierry Collard, CEO and strategic shareholder of Setic Pourtier, commented, “I am delighted to have secured the redeployment of Setic Pourtier, keeping ownership in French hands and ensuring a promising future for our team while consolidating our growth trajectory that has taken us from
a period of crisis to outstanding financial performance in just two years.” Delphine Inesta, managing partner at Arcole, was also enthusiastic: “We are thrilled about this investment that gives Arcole the opportunity to support an industrial company with a French footprint and a global reach, based on a century-long legacy of technical excellence and innovation.” Setic Pourtier www.setic-pourtier.com Arcole www.arcole.com
Arcole, a French private equity fund, in partnership with long-standing shareholder and CEO Thierry Collard, has announced a new phase of growth of Setic, a designer and manufacturer of machinery for the wire and cable industry based in Roanne and Paris, France. The strategic investment aims to accelerate Setic’s development, and enables a significant deleveraging, placing the company in a good position to capitalise on the favourable market trends anticipated in the coming years. Initial steps will include enhancing the
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Hazardous chemical labelling operations assessment
sive report that offers practical improve ments, where appropriate. Reliance Label’s portfolio of hazardous container labelling solutions is designed to withstand harsh environments. In addition to chemical drum labelling solutions that meet stringent GHS, HazCom and IMDG labelling require- ments, the company offers labelling adjacent GHS-compliant solutions such as printing software, colour printers and printer consumables. The GHS LABEL Profile appraisals also include a weighted average that highlights any areas particularly at risk of non-compliance. Several manufacturing, warehousing and logistical scenarios can be assessed, including labelling application infra- structure maintenance, storage temperature and humidity, and other issues that can adversely affect label performance.
Reliance Label Solutions, a specialist in manufacturing hazardous container labels for the petroleum, chemical and environmental industries, has introduced a new programme to help companies streamline their chemical labelling operations. Called the GHS LABEL Profile – short for Leading Assessment for Best Practices and Efficacy of Labels – the technical inspection service provides an expert driven assessment to help ensure that companies handling and labelling hazardous chemicals follow compliance best practices. GHS LABEL Profile creates an accessible labelling safety and standardisation platform between chemical companies and labelling compliance experts. Reliance Label’s team can engage with chemical companies to determine their most pressing labelling compliance challenges, and then conduct an on-site assessment, followed by a comprehen
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“Our new GHS LABEL Profile comprises a confidential all-things-label health check up for companies handling hazardous chemicals,” said Troy Lucas, product engineer for Reliance Label Solutions. “Our chemical customers intimately understand that labelling environ- mentally sensitive materials is far more complex than a quick print-and apply. In this industry, labels and their application techniques must stand up to exceptionally tough conditions, and this is our way of standing with our customers to best ensure compliance and overall labelling success.” Reliance Label Solutions www.reliancelabel.com
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Third King’s Award
fantastic results. It is very gratifying to have our hard work and commitment recognised.” Metalube Group www.metalube.co.uk
our factory. She did a fabulous job of making it a memorable occasion and helped to hand out Easter eggs to all our staff. I am privileged to work alongside such talented and dedicated colleagues, who have all helped to achieve these
Swiss Steel Group has placed an order with SMS group for the delivery of Viridis Carbon Software for its Steeltec production plant, based in Emmenbrücke, Switzerland. This marks a step forward in enhancing Swiss Steel Group’s sustainability initiatives. In a first step, the melt shop, rolling mill and bright bar plant will be equipped with the software. Viridis Carbon Software, a module of the Viridis Energy and Sustainability Suite, enables near real-time tracking of the emissions generated in a plant, using a methodology based on robust computa- tional models that can compute and UK-based manufacturer Metalube welcomed the Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester, Mrs Diane Hawkins JP LLB, to its headquarters in Irlam, Manchester, for the formal presentation of the King’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2023. It was Metalube’s third award of this type, making it one of only three businesses in the Northwest region to have received this accolade. The 2023 King’s Award recognises steady growth in international exports. The company has been recognised for outstanding continuous growth in overseas sales over the past five years. Commenting on the award, managing director Robert Brown said, “Today was a very proud day for the company and we were thrilled to welcome the Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester to lubricant
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Kyocera Fineceramics to double production capacity in Germany
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term shareholder value effects,” said Dr Rußner. “For us, the long-term perspective is what counts: we want to become the No.1 in the European market for technical ceramics.” The company has hired more than 200 new employees since the acquisition and merger of its two predecessor companies – the non-oxide ceramics manufacturer HC Starck Ceramics GmbH in Selb, and the ceramics business of Friatec GmbH in Mannheim. Armin Kayser, executive vice president, said, “After laying the foundations for the new administration and logistics centre in Mannheim in March [2023], we intend to expand our production facilities in a focused manner over the next few months. In Selb, we will also convert existing buildings and construct new ones on newly acquired land.” New production facilities will be set up in existing buildings in Mannheim and the power supply will be put on a new footing. This will include an
Kyocera Fineceramics Europe GmbH plans to invest around €34mn in its two German sites (Mannheim and Selb) in the 2023/24 financial year. The company supplies advanced ceramics for industrial applications ranging from automotive to energy and medical technology to semiconductor manufacturing. “The challenges of industrial trans- formation in Germany are enormous – especially so in an energy-intensive industry like ours,” said Dr Carsten Rußner, president of Kyocera Fineceramics Europe. “That is why linking commercial aspects and green issues is particularly important to us. This is exactly what these investments are designed to achieve.” Kyocera states that demand for its products is high, and the company wants to continue its growth, with a clear strategy in place. “The Kyocera Group does not focus on short
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Orion maintains gold sustainability rating
There are only a handful of permanent ocean-floor sensors in place globally, since installing and maintaining them is challenging and prohibitively expensive. By applying NPL’s technique to existing seafloor cables, thousands of sensors could be implemented. The sensing technique does not require any new hardware or infrastructure to be installed, instead using the optical fibre itself as the environmental sensor. The technique has the potential to provide a valuable early warning system to safeguard coastal populations in the event of a tsunami. It also offers a solution to fill the gap in data in ocean monitoring, with an impact in several scientific areas, including seismology and oceanography. Future projects could develop the concept into a worldwide monitoring network, giving earlier and more accurate detection of earthquakes and tsunamis, as well as advancing the understanding of ocean floor geology and climate change through the long term monitoring of seafloor temperature changes. National Physical Laboratory www.npl.co.uk Measurement Standards Laboratory of New Zealand www.measurement.govt.nz more sustainable company,” said Orion CEO Corning Painter. Over the last year, Orion has achieved several sustainability milestones, including the completion of a series of projects (with a total cost of more than $300mn) that involved installing technology that substantially reduces emissions at the company’s US plants. Orion recently received €6.4mn in fund ing from the German government and the European Union to further develop technology to improve the production of carbon black using circular feedstocks. Orion SA https://orioncarbons.com
Scientists from the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the Measurement Standards Laboratory (MSL) in New Zealand are to carry out the first optical interferometry-based earthquake sens- ing tests in the Pacific Ocean. By performing ultra-sensitive optical measurements, scientists from the two laboratories will “convert” a seafloor cable extending offshore from New Zealand into an array of sensors for earthquakes and ocean currents. These tests will lay the foundation for investigating the potential use of existing seafloor cables as detectors for tsunami early warning systems. The technique was first used by NPL in 2021, and derived from methods used for quantum science. Existing optical fibre infrastructure is used to gather continuous, real-time environmental data from the seabed. NPL previously demonstrated the technique in the Atlantic Ocean on a 5,860km-long intercontinental submarine optical fibre link between the UK and Canada. The Pacific Ocean is a highly seismically active area, providing an ideal test bed for advancing the technology and demonstrating its full potential. NPL and the MSL will test the technique later this year on a section of the 3,876km-long Southern Cross NEXT cable on the floor of the Tasman Sea between New Zealand and Australia. Speciality chemicals company Orion SA has maintained a Gold medal rating from EcoVadis, and ranks among the top two per cent of the companies assessed by the organisation in a wide range of sustainability areas. Orion improved its score from the previous year by making gains in the areas of sustainable procurement and ethics, according to EcoVadis, a provider of business sustainability ratings. “The annual progress Orion is making in the EcoVadis assessments is just another example of how committed we are to being a trusted partner for all our stakeholders and becoming an even
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Hasçelik selects Tenova and ABB for new steelmaking line
reduces oxygen content in the bath. The technology can be customised to match the needs of different EAFs and can be retrofitted on existing units. Tenova SpA www.tenova.com Hasçelik Sanayi ve Ticaret AS https://hascelik.com
The new furnace will be equipped with Consteerrer – a technology jointly developed by ABB and Tenova. Consteerrer is an application of ABB’s ArcSave® non-contact electromagnetic stirring technology designed specifically for continuous-charging EAFs. It reduces thermal losses, increases melt rate, rapidly homogenises the liquid steel and
Tenova, a developer and provider of sus tainable solutions for the green transition of the metals industry, has received an order from Hasçelik Sanayi ve Ticaret AS to install and commission equipment in a new plant in Osmaneli, Bilecik, Turkey. Hasçelik is a manufacturer of special steel with a total of five manufacturing plants and other locations worldwide. The new line will comprise a Consteel® electric arc furnace (EAF) equipped with Consteerrer® electro-magnetic liquid steel stirring system, a ladle furnace and a twin vacuum degasser. All units are linked by an automation system to optimise the whole process and ensure the quality of the steel grades. The unit selected by Hasçelik will be the first continuously charged EAF in Turkey, and will allow the steelmaker to use the flexibility of the Consteel EAF to tackle declining scrap availability and quality. The continuous charge makes the process robust to the variation of the scrap density, quality and content of volatile compounds. At the centre of the system is the new Consteel Evolution, based on a full platform EAF with single-point roof lifting system. This combination is claimed to provide the benefits of energy efficiency, reduced workforce, increased reliability, improved productivity and reduced environmental impact. Within Consteel, the fumes from the EAF are used to pre-heat raw materials inside the pre-heating section, while the scrap is delivered to the crucible with a steady, controlled flow. With the continuity of the charge, the organic compounds develop ing from the non-metallic portion of the scrap get thoroughly pyrolysed and com busted within the system, ensuring the minimum possible generation of noxious substances such as dioxins and furans. The system also reduces noise and pro vides a safer and healthier working envi ronment while eliminating the need for personnel operating in hazardous areas. Special steel manufacturer Hasçelik has ordered a Consteel EAF with Consteerrer
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Permission granted for electric arc furnace in Scunthorpe
forward in our journey to net zero and we thank everyone who has supported our plans. “The proposed installation of EAFs in Scunthorpe and Teesside is central to our journey to a green future as they would help us reduce emissions of CO 2 by more than 75 per cent. However, it is crucial we now secure the backing of the UK government.” Significant preparation works, including environmental and technical studies and equipment selection, are underway to ensure the company’s ambitious proposals can be delivered at the earliest
opportunity while discussions with the UK government continue. Both proposed EAFs would replace the ageing iron and steelmaking operations at British Steel’s Scunthorpe site, which are responsible for the majority of its CO 2 emissions. The company proposes maintaining current operations until it transitions to electric arc steelmaking. It has started preliminary talks with trade unions about electrification, and has promised to support employees affected by its decarbonisation plans. British Steel Ltd https://britishsteel.co.uk Ridgemount’s expertise in fibre optic connectors complements Emtelle’s mission to provide comprehensive, state of-the-art cabling and ducted solutions.” Chris Peters, managing director of Ridgemount, shared his enthusiasm: “I am enthused by the acquisition of Ridgemount by Emtelle; the sheer possibility to further scale up a rapidly growing business and to develop the next generation of optical fibre connectors will provide significant opportunities for our customers, suppliers and staff alike.” Emtelle www.emtelle.com Ridgemount Technologies Ltd www.ridgemount.com
British Steel has received planning permission to build an electric arc furnace (EAF) at its headquarters in Scunthorpe, UK. This follows the company also receiving planning permission to build an EAF on Teesside. The manufacturer’s proposed £1.25bn transformation – its largest in more than a century of steelmaking – is subject to appropriate support from the UK government. British Steel president and CEO Xijun Cao said, “We’re extremely pleased to have received planning permissions to build electric arc furnaces at our Scunthorpe and Teesside sites. It is a significant step
Emtelle acquires Ridgemount Technologies Emtelle, a provider of blown fibre, cabling and ducted solutions, has announced the strategic acquisition of Ridgemount Technologies, an Ridgemount will continue to lead in the development of fibre optic connectors, integrating Emtelle’s FibreFast™ and associated products for a comprehensive suite of solutions.
innovator and manufacturer of fibre optic cable connectors. The acquisition follows a decade of collaboration and achievements. Combining Emtelle’s and Ridgemount’s expertise is expected to set a platform to develop the next generation of solu tions. This collaboration aims to deliver innovative connectivity solutions to meet increasing worldwide demand for reli able, high-performance telecommunica tions infrastructure. With investment to be prioritised in automation and capac ity expansion, the partnership is ready to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product offerings.
The alliance is set to further accelerate R&D in the field of FTTx deployment and the defence industry. Emtelle CEO Tony Rogers expressed excitement, stating, “This strategic acquisition signifies a milestone in our journey to drive technological advancements and meet the ever expanding needs of our global customers. “With additional resources, Ridgemount would enable focus on innovation, automation and capacity expansion.
Assignment to modernise the Swedish electricity grid
as well as pre-planning and detailed project planning of measures to be taken for a review of the overhead lines throughout Sweden. The assignment also includes geotechnical surveys along the overhead lines. Sweco is participating in these efforts by analysing and compiling input data, and by evaluating the measures to be implemented to ensure that the lines are operationally secure and safe. Sweco AB www.swecogroup.com
“Svenska kraftnät is now making extensive future investments in the electricity grid and Sweco is proud to be able to assist with multidisciplinary expertise,” said Ann-Louise Lökholm Klasson, president of Sweco Sweden. “We support Svenska kraftnät in its long term efforts to develop and secure the reliability of a robust national grid that secures the supply of electricity and contributes to a more resilient society.”
Svenska kraftnät is a Swedish state owned enterprise that is assigned by the government to maintain and develop Sweden’s national grid for electricity. The company has tasked Sweco with completing a comprehensive review and upgrade of the electricity transmission system throughout the country. This involves ensuring the reliability of the 16,000km of overhead lines that make up the backbone of Sweden’s electricity supply. The assignment extends until 2031 and is valued at just over SEK 50mn.
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High-capacity hot strip mill commissioned By rolling the first hot strip, SMS has put into operation the new high-capacity hot strip mill (HSM) at Jindal Steel Odisha Ltd (JSOL), a subsidiary of the OP Jindal Group.
The range of steel grades that can be processed includes sophisticated grades such as HSLA, pipe grades and silicon steels. The share of harder material grades is more than 20 per cent. Very thin strips can be rolled reliably and stably by implementation of various innovative rolling technologies. For optimal temperature regulation in the roughing mill, SMS installed the newly developed transfer bar cooling system, which prevents uncontrolled air-cooling during oscillation. By equalising the temperature, product homogeneity is improved. The Hibox heat preservation hoods simplify inspection and maintenance. The heat panels make the finishing train’s rolling behaviour more stable, and JSOL is able to shift the product mix toward smaller final thicknesses and/or higher strength steel grades. Arranged between the second roughing stand and the finishing mill, the mandrel-less coil box forms transfer bar into coils, and equalises the temperature over the transfer bar length. Coiling the transfer bar prevents the inner windings from cooling. Material and heat are accumulated, providing a positive effect on the material to be rolled. The edge heater, located upstream of the finishing mill descaler, utilises inductive heating. Its primary role is to enhance strip edge quality by maintaining optimal pre-rolling temperatures.
SMS implemented the HSM in JSOL’s Angul works in the Indian federal state of Odisha. While it is the first hot strip mill at this location, SMS has previously supplied several metallurgical plants to the Indian steel producer. In 2021, JSOL placed the order with SMS for the erection of the 1,780mm HSM, to be equipped with advanced hot strip production technologies, especially in the rolling of hot strip to thin final gauges. SMS’s main scope of equipment included the primary descaler; roughing stand No.1 in two-high design with attached edger; roughing stand No.2 in four-high design, also with attached edger; transfer bar cooling system; Hibox® heat preservation hoods; mandrel-less coil box; edge heating equipment; drum shear; secondary descaler; a seven-stand finishing mill; laminar cooling; and three down coilers. SMS’s AMOVA integrated business unit supplied a coil conveying system, coil-strapping machines, marking machine and an inspection line. In the roughing mill section, slabs up to 12m in length, with a thickness range from 180 to 260mm and a width range from 800 to 1,680mm, are rolled down to transfer bar thickness. The range of hot strip thicknesses is 1.2 to 20mm. In total, JSOL’s HSM is designed for an annual capacity of five million tons.
The seven-stand finishing mill is equipped with hydraulic adjustment systems, hydraulic loopers and the latest CVC® plus (continuously variable crown) combined work roll shifting and bending systems. SMS group GmbH www.sms-group.com
The finishing mill stands are provided with latest generation actuators for precise and efficient rolling operation
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