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Steel wire transformation

The two core competences of Bekaert are related to material properties. Through metal transformation we influence the properties of steel such as strength, ductility, fatigue, and shape.  With our coating technologies we adjust the surface properties of our materials and hence we provide corrosion protection, improve aesthetic appearance, optimize adhesion, etc. 
The combination of the two core competences results in a broad range of high technological products.

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  • Steel wire transformation
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Wire rod

Wire rod

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  • Our main raw material, annual sourcing of more than 3 million tons
  • Worldwide network of suppliers
  • Wide range of compositions and grades to best suit the application
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Wire drawing

Wire drawing

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  • Basic process for metal transformation
  • Diameter reduction and wire elongation
  • Increased strength and reduced ductility
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Thermal treatment

Thermal treatment

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  • Creates a specific, homogeneous crystallographic steel structure
  • Creates the right mechanical properties for further deformation or for the final application
  • Processes: patenting, batch annealing, hardening and tempering
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Cord making

Cord making

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  • Combines different high strength wires into a cord, cable or rope
  • Creates cables that are stronger and more flexible than individual wires
  • Cables can be tailored to be used in a range of different applications
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Textile technologies

Textile technologies

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  • For processing steel wires, cords and fibers
  • To reinforce products and/or maintain flexibility
  • Processes: knitting, weaving, braiding,…
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Metal fiber production & products

Metal fiber production & products

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  • Produces wire and filaments with a diameter ranging from 1 to 40µm
  • Processes: bundling and drawing
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Welding/mesh production

Welding/mesh production

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  • To produce nets and mesh
  • Mainly used as reinforcement
  • Processes: welding, weaving or chainlink
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Profiling

Profiling

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  • Round wires are deformed to flat wires and special shapes
  • Processes: rolling or profiled die drawing

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