WAI's WEBINARS assemble virtual crowds for industry insight

A conference room without a conference? A stage without a speaker? WAI's new webinars promise a timely learning experience without the travel expense!

WAI introduces webinars as part of its ongoing educational mission! Join in and expand your knowledge of the wire and cable industry conveniently and cost-effectively through today's Internet technology. Stay current with brief webinar broadcasts that are tailored to industry specific topics. No need for costly travel or a change in your busy schedule. After registering, simply log on. Participate by submitting your questions to our program moderator. And be a part of a dynamic and concentrated informational session.

Slated periodically throughout the year, WAI's webinar experience is meant to expand your knowledge of wire and cable industry topics. WAI members receive discounts on all sessions; some sessions will be offered free as part of the WAI annual membership benefits.

No two webinars are exactly alike, except for their content-rich format. Topic experts, presenters, and Education Center guests will weigh in throughout the year to share insight and opinions that can help shape your career development.

Most webinar programming is encapsulated into one-hour segments. Too busy to commit to the live presentation schedule? No problem. WAI plans to stock its virtual library with archived Internet casts of all program content. You won't miss a thing. Look for pricing, programming, and registration details for future webinars here.

Upcoming Webinars

Check back soon to register for these and other upcoming webinars from the WAI Education Center …

September 2010 - Polymer Degradation, Stabilization and Failure Analysis

Presented by Sitaram Rampalli, Polyplast Consultants International Inc., this two-part program addresses key aspects of polymer degradation, stabilization, as well as failure analysis techniques. It will classify and describe different degradation types, the role of stabilizers, and the interaction of additives.

Part 1 - September 8, 2010

Part 2 - September 15, 2010

October 2010 - Mechanics of Wiredrawing

Presented by Joseph P. Domblesky, Marquette University, this webinar will cover basic engineering principles and process calculations that are used in wiredrawing processes for metal rods and wires. Topics that will be covered include stress-strain curves, material heat-up during drawing, and friction. Calculating reductions and draw forces for sizing drawing stands using standard engineering formulas will also be considered.

WAI is setting the timeframe for its upcoming webinars. Click here to provide your e-mail address and to receive updates about the final schedule.

WAI members have free access to the WAI Education Center webinar archive to view previously presented webinar content including the PowerPoint presentations. Click here to access the archives now.

If you are interested in developing a webinar with WAI contact us today.

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