Technical Resources

August 30th, 2017 - One of the most important parts of cable is the stranding. For many of us, this important piece of hardware is unclear and can be confusing. Let us break it down simply…

August 1st, 2017 - There are three minutes left in the 2018 Super bowl. The teams are tied and the spectators are wild. You watch the quarterback with the ball. He holds it tight in his hands, you see from the white in his knuckles. You watch his eyes look over the field. You see the sweat...

Within a custom cable assembly is a strength member. This cable component adds both function and protection to your connectivity solution.

July 11th, 2017 - LEMO celebrates the success of its innovation program “Shape the Future Challenge” which was selected from 18 projects as a finalist in an annual CiMi.CON competition. The CiMi.COM Award honors and celebrates outstanding projects, strategies, tools and process innovations...

What makes the best termination, solder joints or crimp connection? This is an age-old question with which you will find a myriad of opinions. When you hear someone touting one over the other it is normally based on preferences, not performance.

Fireworks aren’t the only thing to ooh and aah about – especially when exploring the ability of Northwire’s cable and wire to withstand the effects of weld flash and weld slag!

Transitioning from crockpots to outdoor grills is a welcome sign of summer’s arrival in the Midwest! Northwire’s Osceola, WI team along with the Santa Teresa, NM team of cable and wire experts kicked off the summer season with an employee appreciation grill out on May 24th to celebrate advancements

May 26th, 2017 - Given how many cable systems are required to tolerate movement – whether small amounts during initial installation or repetitive daily motion – understanding the flex requirements of a given application is crucial to choosing the right wire and cable. When looking at cable types..

May 15th, 2017 - Cable assemblies utilized within extreme settings seldom have just one challenge to overcome. NWI SME’s address variables associated with harsh environments and demanding applications by designing cables and assemblies with optimal resistance to various factors such as:

May 1st, 2017 - Wire and cable systems are rarely completely still for the duration of their lifetime. Whether used in factory automation, surgical equipment, or even pendant lighting, a cable’s ability to flex or bend and still retain peak performance is critical.