Association to work with chapters to develop regional education programs
Starting this year, the Association will work closely with each chapter to develop a regional education program. Currently, only the New England Chapter and Ohio Valley Chapter offer an education program. The plan is to have the other chapters (starting with Midwest and Southeast) establish an education component, in keeping with the Association’s educational mission. […]
WAI adds 4 members to its Board of Directors
The Association has added four members to its Board of Directors (BoD) that will each serve a three-year term. Three are new, while the fourth is returning. The BoD now has a total of 21 members. That includes nine suppliers, and 12 manufacturers: seven from the electrical sector and five from the ferrous sector. Completing […]
Interwire 2023 now has 17 sponsors; more spots available
As of Dec. 28, 17 companies have signed up to be sponsors for Interwire 2023, which will be held May 9-11 at the Georgia World Congress Center. “Getting back to schedule has been a huge relief for WAI members and participating companies on all levels, exhibitors, staff and all of our tradeshow partners,” said WAI […]
WAI Chapter notes
Midwest Chapter The chapter welcomes a new Board member: Cooper Runzel, vice president of insulating manufacturing at Lake Cable. The Chapter has confirmed that it will be holding a 2023 golf tournament at a date to TBD. The Chapter approved their 2023 scholarship program, which will be three scholarships at $1,500 each. The online application […]
New England Chapter speaker for Jan. 26 meeting to focus on learning objectives
The WAI’s New England Chapter is known for holding memorable annual meetings, and its upcoming one this month at the Mohegan Sun Resort & Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut, promises to follow that tradition. The event will again be held this year inside the Cabaret Theatre, starting with the reception at 5:30 pm, followed by the […]
WAI representatives attend ACIMAF event, discuss 2023 conference in Italy
WAI President James York and Executive Director Steve Fetteroll recently attended a meeting of ACIMAF, where the Italian wire machinery manufacturers association celebrated its 35th anniversary, heard a presentation by York (see p. 62) and discussed plans for a return to Italy for a technical conference in 2023. The meeting included a presentation by Gabriele […]
3rd time is a record-breaking charm for U.K. Clockwinder Martin Thacker
The WAI’s Clockwinding tradition traces back to 1948, when John Rigby first wound the stately Grandfather’s Clock that the British wire drawing industry presented to the Association for help during World War II. Over the years, many individuals have served as the Clockwinder, but the 2022 Clockwinder, Martin Thacker, has set himself apart from all […]
Poland Chapter seminar honored late member; leaders for 2023 are announced
Poland’s WAI Chapter held a seminar on Oct. 19 that included a technical presentation and an update on the chapter, but the main focus was a series of laudations of the late Dr. Bogdan Golis, a beloved chapter member who died June 29 at age 85. The program traced the career of Golis, who was […]
RFS tour on Oct. 25 was a big hit with New England Chapter members
Attendees of the tour of the Radio Frequency Systems (RFS) plant in Meriden, Connecticut got very positive reviews from the New England Chapter. The Oct. 25 tour saw some 50 chapter members and guests see the operations up close of RFS, which is a global designer and manufacturer of total-package solutions for wireless and broadcast […]
New England Chapter ‘s annual meeting is set for Jan. 26 at the Mohegan Sun
The regional networking event is a fundraiser for the WAI New England Chapter Scholarship Fund. Registration is now open through WAI’s event registration system. The cost is $140, and WAI Chapter members in good standing receive discounted rates. Please use your discount code or contact events@wirenet.org for assistance with registration. The event will again be […]
