Wire Processing Assembly
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Articles about stripping, cutting, crimping, assembling and testing wire and cable.

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Processing Thick Cables

Processing Thick Cables

Special equipment is needed to cut, strip and terminate large-diameter wire and cable
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John Sprovieri
July 19, 2019
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About 2 million electric vehicles were sold worldwide in 2018, a whopping 57 percent increase over 2017, according to consulting firm Research and Markets. Some 69 percent of those were battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and 31 percent were plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).
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Handheld Wire Crimping Tools

Handheld Wire Crimping Tools

Automatic crimping systems may get the glamour, but handheld tools are the perfect choice when the project involves small to medium wire, limited production runs or tight working spaces
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Jim Camillo
July 17, 2019
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To the general public, the term handheld is synonymous with mobility. But, to assemblers of wire harnesses, the term also refers to tools that offer simplicity, reliability and accuracy.
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Case Studies in Wire Harness Assembly

Case Studies in Wire Harness Assembly

These success stories highlight the need to use the latest wire processing technology on the shop floor
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John Sprovieri
April 17, 2019
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Wire harness assembly doesn't get more complex or safety-critical than in the aerospace industry. A typical harness might contain thousands of wires and hundreds of connectors
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Designing Aircraft Wire Harnesses 101

Designing Aircraft Wire Harnesses 101

Engineers have many things to consider when designing wire harnesses for military aircraft.
John Ashour
April 17, 2019
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So, you're a new engineer freshly out of college. You've been hired at a large OEM to design wire harnesses and wired box assemblies. Not having the proper training in college, you ask yourself, "Where do I start?" The possibilities are limitless.
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Ink-Jets for Marking Wire

Ink-Jets for Marking Wire

Ink-jet printers are a fast, flexible technology for marking wire
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John Sprovieri
January 16, 2019
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There are many ways to mark wire and cable. One of the most popular is ink-jet marking. The technology is fast, flexible, inexpensive and easy to maintain. This article reviews the latest developments in inks and ink-jet marking equipment.


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Tape for Wire Harnesses

Tape for Wire Harnesses

Tapes are a cost-effective method for protecting and bundling wire harnesses
Zoe Leduc
January 15, 2019
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In a single year, millions of cars are manufactured worldwide. While the styles, parts and features may vary, every vehicle requires a wire harness. The harness connects the wiring throughout the vehicle, powering everything from power steering and headlights to in-dash displays and heated seats.


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