Join Industry Leaders in Continuous Casting Innovation
The Wire Association International (WAI) invites professionals, researchers, and engineers to submit abstracts for the Global Continuous Casting Forum at Interwire 2025. This event brings together top experts to discuss advancements in degassing, metal flow, refractories, aluminum and copper alloys, and sustainability within continuous casting technology.
How to Submit an Abstract
Submit your abstract by October 2, 2024, at bit.ly/WAIabstracts. WAI will notify accepted authors by November 7, 2024, and final manuscripts are due February 13, 2025.
This forum provides a valuable opportunity to share research, present case studies, and showcase technical innovation that drives the wire and cable manufacturing industry forward.
Sponsorship Opportunities
WAI offers several sponsorship packages that allow companies to highlight their brands during the Casting Forum at Interwire 2025. Details are available at www.interwire25.com/conference/castingforum.
For sponsorship inquiries or questions, contact WAI’s Education Department via email at education@wirenet.org or by phone at 203-458-4044.
Forum Leadership Team
The Global Continuous Casting Forum Committee represents a cross-section of international expertise. Members include:
Chairman: Chris Tucker, Encore Wire
Committee Members: Richard Baker, Cableforce Consulting; Kurt Breischaft, SDI LaFarga COPPERWORKS; John Hugens, Hugens Metallurgy & Combustion; Martin Lecours, Rio Tinto; Giuseppe Marcantoni, Properzi International Inc.; Juan Sanchez, Freeport McMoran Copper & Gold Inc.; Janusz Sekunda, Prysmian; Patrick Slaughter, Southwire Co.; Florin Teglas, Nexans; and Rob White, Hazelett Strip-Casting Corp.
About the Wire Association International (WAI)
Founded in 1930, the Wire Association International (WAI) is a not-for-profit organization that serves more than 2,000 members across 50 countries. WAI supports the wire and cable manufacturing industry through education, training, and publications.
The association manages major industry events like Interwire and Wire Expo, and publishes both the Wire Journal International (WJI) and the WJI Reference Guide. Visit www.wirenet.org to explore WAI’s programs, conferences, and member benefits.
Media Contacts
For media information or interviews, please reach out to:
Janice E. Swindells, Director of Marketing & Corporate Communications
Email: jswindells@wirenet.org | Tel: +1 203-453-2777 ext. 117
Steven J. Fetteroll, Executive Director
Email: sfetteroll@wirenet.org | Tel: +1 203-453-1777