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Case Studies in Wire Harness Assembly

These success stories highlight the need to use the latest wire processing technology on the shop floor

April 17, 2019

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

Ink-Jets for Marking Wire

Ink-jet printers are a fast, flexible technology for marking wire

John Sprovieri

January 16, 2019

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.

Manufacturer Clearly Leaves its Mark on Industrial Cables

Jim Camillo

February 8, 2018

Like every niche assembly process, manufacturing cables for industrial equipment presents numerous challenges. One of the most common is being able to consistently print clear markings on each cable.

Options for Wire Labeling

Jim Camillo

January 5, 2016

Peel-and-stick labels, heat-shrink tubing and plastic carriers are the most reliable ways to identify wires in harnesses and electrical panels.

Improving Printability of Wire and Cable

By raising surface polarity, atmospheric plasma treatments optimize the adhesion properties of insulation materials.

Rory A. Wolf

April 1, 2013

Wire and cable insulation is typically made from thermoplastics, thermosets or fibrous coatings such as fiberglass and fiber-braiding. Unfortunately for manufacturers, inks and coatings do not print or bond well to most of these materials when using standard techniques.