WCA March 2025

Industry News

Extrusion systems on show Troester GmbH & Co KG is a manufac- turer of complete extrusion systems for the cable industry. On booth 1739 at Interwire (13-15 May, Atlanta, Georgia, USA) the company will introduce new and enhanced developments in continuous vulcanisation technology as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation in the industry.

Booth 1739

designed for precision, efficiency and Industry 4.0 readiness, and combines advanced features, sensor integration and modern tools for enhanced performance and reliability. The company will also provide insights into its technology for medium-, high- and extra-high-voltage CCV and VCV lines for XLPE land and submarine cables; rubber CV and CCV lines up to 35 kV; silane lines for LV and MV cable applications; high-speed insulation and sheathing lines, including NM, building wire, automotive and flexible cord applications; and kneader technology for the continuous compounding of HFFR (LS0H), PVC, XLPE, semi-conductive materials and EPR/EPDM. Mexico provides technical service to ensure Troester’s Service Center

Products being promoted will include the TRANCS active nitrogen cleaning system for the efficient and controlled removal of by-products generated during the crosslinking process; Trendseal variable end seal; and Trisag for contactless sag control. Also on show will be Tridas/Industry 4.0, the new Troester line PC for intelligent data acquisition and supervision. This extrusion line control platform is

Troester continuous kneader

continuous support for customers across the American markets. Troester GmbH & Co KG www.troester.de

Education centre set to transform wire industry training

a flexible, on-demand programme to empower companies to train employees on their own schedule – a great solution for businesses seeking consistent and efficient on-boarding.” The Wire Association

WAI also plans to add a safety training series, to include modules that will address the unique challenges of wire and cable manufacturing, equipping companies to prioritise worker well being and maintain compliance. Commenting on the platform, John Markowski, WAI’s manager of education, said, “WAI’s Education Center delivers

The Wire Association International Inc (WAI) has launched its online Education Center, a training platform designed to revolutionise professional development in the wire and cable manufacturing industry. The versatile and accessible platform offers a modern approach to training, combining the visual aid of high-quality 3D animations and real-world footage with expert instruction. The platform, which debuted on 29 January, includes foundational content focusing on extrusion basics, ferrous metallurgy and manufacturing safety. By mid-2025, WAI will expand the Education Center library with an adaptation of its flagship Fundamentals of Wire Manufacturing course, to be delivered in a comprehensive series of on-demand modules. Course topics include wire drawing, lubricants and wire breaks. Further details can be found at: https://wirenet.org/education-program An extrusion series is expected to be added later in the year, covering single layer extrusion, extrusion materials, special process considerations and extrusion applications. Videos in this series will be offered for purchase individually or as part of a bundled package.

International, Inc www.wirenet.org

Maillefer at Interwire

Booth 1423

The team from Maillefer is inviting all wire and cable professionals to visit its booth at Interwire in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, 13-15 May, to discuss the latest advancements in technology. The company will be showcasing its portfolio of solutions, from individual components and complete production lines to factory systems, know-how packages, lifecycle support and aftermarket services. As a single-source, long-term partner, Maillefer offers expertise and technology to meet customers’ evolving needs. Visitors to the booth will be able to experience first-hand the ACC 12/16 auto-centring crosshead, featuring built in intelligence for precise concentricity “on the fly”.

Crosshead equipped with ACC centring

Maillefer will also demonstrate its ECH 14/20 extrusion solution for solar cable applications, along with a presentation on producing subsea cables. Maillefer Extrusion Oy www.maillefer.net

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