WCA March 2018

wire 2018 By selectively switching the electrolytic copper plating (Ecopp) on or off, high-purity wire can be produced with a blank or copper-plated surface. This saves the investment in a second wire drawing line, while boosting competitive- ness. The process is capable of producing products at process speeds of up to 30m per second. Staku-Anlagenbau GmbH – Germany Website : www.staku-gmbh.de

• Electrolytic plating • Candojet hot water cleaning • Electrolytic & Ultrasonic degreasing • Welding wire cleaning and copper coating • Pickling & phosphating www.candorsweden.com

The biggest advantage with EHD 550 is the usage at the skin pass and also at the multi-draft wet drawing. Other benefits include high acid stability and resistance to any pollution from the pre-drawing. The emulsion EHD 8000 can be used for low to high carbon wires which are phosphated or galvanised. The precise ratio of saponified components to emulsified vegetable-based oils is the key to this next-generation emulsion with its high cleaning capability and lubrication properties. The particular advantage of EHD 8000 is its microstability, which guarantees an extended lifetime of the bath with constant lubrication performance. ZEL 512 is a boron-free, non-reactive salt coating agent for low to high carbon wires. It contains polymers and other special additives to achieve short drying times, and new process protection system (PPS). ZEL 503 is also a boron-free salt coating agent (PPS) for non-phosphated, patented cold heading wires. The wire is coated with ZEL503 inline and drawn with a skin pass. Due to the very hard coating layer (physical) and hardly soluble surface, ZEL 503 can be used as an alternative to inline phosphate coating. Traxit’s entire product range covers more than 300 universal products and tailor- made solutions for specific applications, and a comprehensive range of services through a network of experienced technical advisors and international retail agencies. Traxit International GmbH – Germany Website : www.traxit.com The Upcast ® upward casting concept for copper rod was invented in 1968 at Outokumpu’s Pori Finland plant. Upcast was the pioneer, and the company continues to take pride in excelling in this technology. Upcast’s aim is to be the first choice for customers considering Upcast technology for their continuous casting processes. Continuous development of products and processes is essential: not only reactive development work initiated by new market requests, but also proactive and systematic research and development. The Upcast Cu-OF Upcast line, first introduced half a century ago, has developed into a simple, reliable process with easy operation using an advanced control system, now offering low lifecycle cost with increased casting speed, bigger capacities and better production effectiveness. Upcast OY Stand: 09C06

Wire plating plant

Traxit International GmbH Stand: 09F38

Traxit offers the wire industry a complete range of dry lubricants, emulsions and coating agents for all applications. From its beginning in 1881 in Schwelm (Germany), Traxit has grown into one of the largest manufacturers of wire drawing lubricants. From its production sites in Germany, China and the USA, lubricants are sent all over the world through Traxit’s own companies, representatives or agents in over 150 countries.

Hot water cleaning

CANDOR Sweden AB Tel: +46 11 21 75 00 Fax: +46 11 12 63 12 Email: info@candorsweden.com

• Electrolytic plating • Candojet hot water cleaning • Electrolytic & Ultrasonic degreasing • Welding wire cleaning and copper coating • Pickling & phosphating www.candorsweden.com

❍ A range of products from Traxit

One highlight is the new sodium soap SL 805, with a high fat content and a boron compound below the level for labelling requirements. Experience has shown that SL 805 can be used as a universal sodium soap for all wire diameters. Possible applications range from galvanised to phosphated wires and from low to high carbon wires. SL 805 is a low-dust product and shows a very low consumption. The moisture absorption is also reduced to a minimum. New calcium-based dry lubricants of the G Series offer low-dust formation and reduced consumption throughout the entire drawing process in competitive conditions. EHD 550 has been developed especially for wet drawing of welding wires. The emulsion is based on natural modified raw materials, which guarantees a pressure- stable lubricating film, even at low concentrations.

Copperjet - High speed copper coating on welding wire

CANDOR Sweden AB Tel: +46 11 21 75 00 Fax: +46 11 12 63 12 Email: info@candorsweden.com

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