EuroWire September 2019

A North and South American flavour. . .

There’s a distinctly American feel to the September issue of EuroWire , with previews for both wire South America and IWCS, and a ‘Focus on the USA’ section, featuring a number of companies from the industry. IWCS Cable and Connectivity Symposium nds its way back to Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, from 29 th September to 2 nd October. There are more than 125 papers and presentations, as well as a suppliers exhibition, to entertain delegates at the leading event for new technologies in cable and connectivity materials, products, processes and applications. Turn to page 60 for our brief introduction to the four-day event. São Paulo, Brazil, once again plays host city to wire South America, from 1 st to 3 rd October. With visitors predominantly from the oil and gas industry, automotive and construction, metal construction and mining, the wire and cable is vital for businesses looking to invest in South America. Our coverage starts on page 62.

in our ‘Focus On’ series of features, with a number of them giving the latest information and details about their business. Starting on page 66, expansions, new products and new faces in the industry provide just a taster for lots happening stateside. That doesn’t mean that we have missed out on the chance to provide the latest corporate and technology news from the industry over the last couple of months.

UK-based Cimteq Ltd is doing its best to bridge the skills gap within the industry. Find out how by turning to page 9. There is also news of a number of acquisitions and new employees being welcomed into our industry.

David Bell Editor

It is the turn of American companies to take the limelight

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