WAI’s Education Center set to transform wire industry training in 2025.
The platform, which debuted today, includes foundational content focusing on extrusion basics, ferrous metallurgy, and manufacturing safety.
Madison, Connecticut, USA - January 29, 2025 - The Wire Association International Inc. (WAI) announces the official launch of its online Education Center, a training platform designed to revolutionize professional development in the wire and cable manufacturing industry. This platform-both versatile and accessible-offers a modern approach to training. It combines the visual aid of high-quality 3D animations and real-world footage with expert instruction to ensure a dynamic and effective learning experience.
The platform, which debuted today, 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.
Participants can expect an Extrusion Series late this 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.
WAI also plans a Safety Training Series to include modules that will address the unique challenges of wire and cable manufacturing, equipping companies to prioritize worker well-being and maintain compliance.
Commenting on the platform, John Markowski, WAI's Manager of Education, said "WAI's Education Center delivers a flexible, on-demand program to empower companies to train employees on their own schedule-a great solution for businesses seeking consistent and efficient onboarding."
To learn more about WAI's Education Center, visit www.wirenet.org or contact education@wirenet.org; 203-458-4044.
WAI, founded in 1930, is a not-for-profit association with 1700 individual members in 38 countries and Wire Journal International subscribers in 94 countries. The association serves the educational needs of the wire and cable manufacturing industry through a variety of products and services. WAI manages the Interwire Conference & Trade Exhibition and Wire Expo; it publishes the Wire Journal International and the Wire Journal International Reference Guide.
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