New 1000T/Year Oxygen-Free Copper Rod Upcasting Line Officially Launched for Asian & African Markets

WUXI WONDERY INDUSTRY EQUIPMENT CO., LTD. has officially announced the launch of its upgraded 1000 tons per year Oxygen-Free Copper Rod Upcasting Production Line, engineered to meet the increasing demand for high-conductivity copper rods in Asian and African industrial markets. The production line integrates advanced continuous casting technology, high-precision servo control, and stable metallurgical performance, making it suitable for cable manufacturing, power distribution, metallurgy, and emerging industrial sectors.

High Conductivity Oxygen-Free Copper Production

The new upcasting line is specially designed for the production of high-conductivity oxygen-free copper rod (Φ8–16mm). By replacing the mold clamping wheel, users can also produce copper tubes and other customized cross-section copper products, providing strong flexibility for local manufacturing industries.

Equipped with one 150KG/45kW melting furnace and one 45kW holding furnace, the double-head upcasting system supports a daily output of approximately 3 tons, reaching a yearly output of 1000 tons under standard operating conditions. This makes it an ideal production line for medium-scale copper processing companies across developing markets.

Advanced Technology for Precision Casting

The production line adopts Japanese Yaskawa servo motors, Mitsubishi PLC, and a high-precision color touch screen control system, delivering superior casting stability and fast response accuracy up to 0.01 seconds. The domestic advanced pitch control program gives operators direct input of pitch length, greatly improving convenience and casting precision.

To ensure operational reliability, the transmission section uses imported high-precision gapless reducers and Osaka synchronous belts, making the pulling system stable, wear-resistant, and suitable for long-term continuous casting.

Optimized Mechanical Structure & Efficient Metallurgical Performance

The production line consists of:

• Two-connected power frequency induction melting & holding furnace

• Two-head continuous caster

• Servo-driven up-lead system

• Double-head take-up machine

• Wire passing frame

• Water supply and drainage system

• Integrated electrical control system

The melting furnace is built using high-strength A3 steel, refractory mud, and refractory bricks, with quartz sand hammering to enhance structural compactness. Based on electromagnetic induction principles, the melting groove generates heat through induced current, ensuring highly stable molten copper quality.

Reliable Take-Up & Automatic Winding

Each double-head take-up machine uses Siemens motors and Schneider frequency inverters to ensure synchronized tension and stable winding. The system supports both small-bar and large-bar automatic wiring, controlled via PLC for maximum operational reliability.

Efficient Water Supply & Temperature Monitoring

The built-in water system features quick connectors, adjustable flow valves, and a real-time temperature monitoring device (Shanghai Turing) to ensure precise cooling of the crystallizers and furnace components. Stable water flow helps guarantee casting quality under varying climate conditions typical of Asian and African regions.

Smart Electrical Control & Safety Protection

The electrical system uses full Schneider components, ensuring reliability and long service life. With nine adjustable voltage grades, the smelting furnace provides flexible control of copper liquid temperature. Power factor compensation supports both manual and automatic modes, ensuring stable electrical operation in areas where power quality varies.

Designed for Developing Market Conditions

The production line requires:

• Workshop size: 7m × 10m

• Water consumption: 10T/h

• Transformer capacity: ≥99 kVA

• Optional generator set for unstable power regions—common in parts of Africa and South Asia

The system supports floor-type, pit-type, or elevated installation depending on local soil and groundwater conditions, providing strong adaptability for various construction environments.

Complete Supply Package & International Brands

The supply list includes melting/holding furnaces, servo motors, electrical cabinets, crystallizers, temperature measurement systems, graphite molds, tension control devices, and more. All critical components adopt global brands such as YASKAWA, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Siemens, ensuring long-term stable operation.

Conclusion

With the launch of the 1000T/year upcasting production line, [Your Company Name] continues expanding its footprint in the Asian and African copper-processing markets. Featuring advanced technology, stable metallurgy, precise servo control, and complete automation, the system is designed to support industrial development, upgrade local manufacturing capacity, and contribute to the growth of regional copper industries.