WAI Chapters Open Scholarship Applications for 2026, Deadline Set for March 31
Scholarship applications are now open through The Wire Association International (WAI) chapters in New England, the Midwest, the Ohio Valley, and the Southeast. Eligible chapter members in good standing may nominate a family member, and WAI has streamlined the application process to make participation easier than ever. Simple online application process Applicants can begin the […]
WAI Education Center gains momentum
The WAI Education Center has released promotional videos for its four introductory courses, generating increased interest post-Interwire. Prysmian’s Colombia team enrolled 18 operators, and new course development is underway—including interactive modules on extrusion and wire dies. Enrollment and details are available at wirenet.org.
At Interwire 2025, WAI’s BoD continued planning for the association’s future
At Interwire 2025, WAI’s Board advanced its Centennial Plan, emphasizing education, hybrid events, and digital strategy. Key discussions focused on becoming the premier technical resource while addressing workforce challenges amid retiring industry veterans. Four training courses are now available to support industry skill development.
WAI training platform went live at the end of January; visitors welcomed there
The Wire Association International’s (WAI) new online training platform was officially launched at the end of January 2025, marking a significant step forward in the Association’s commitment to advancing industry education. The debut included details about three in-house-produced courses—Introduction to Ferrous Metallurgy, Single Layer Extrusion Overview, and Extrusion Applications—as well as 12 manufacturing safety courses […]