Oregon Wire Blog

Construction worker behind construction wire rods

How Wire Products Strengthen the Construction Industry

December 1, 2025

On active jobsites, wire isn’t a commodity—it’s structure, speed, and safety. The right construction-grade wire products shorten installs, hit spec the first time, and keep…

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Wire shelf made custom

How Custom Wire Fabrication Powers Modern Industry

November 24, 2025

In modern operations, wire-formed parts are not incidental—they’re structural to throughput, safety, and brand execution. Custom wire fabrication sits behind retail programs that ship to…

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Recycling bales at processing plant with recycling wire

The Essential Guide to Recycling Wire and Bale Ties

November 10, 2025

If your operation runs on balers, wire is not a commodity—it’s a throughput variable. The right specification keeps lines moving, prevents re-bales, protects equipment, and…

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Construction workers working on wire mesh installation.

Reinforcing Concrete: Wire Mesh, Remesh, and Welded Dowel Baskets

March 11, 2025

When it comes to concrete reinforcement, choosing the right materials isn’t just about strength—it’s about ensuring long-term performance and simplifying the construction process. That’s why…

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Plastic bales at waste processing, held together with bale ties.

Galvanized Steel Bale Ties: The Unseen Backbone of Recycling

January 2, 2024

In a small, bustling factory on the outskirts of an industrial town, there’s a dance of machines and men, all working in harmony to recycle…

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Steel wire mesh in an organized pattern.

Steel Wire Mesh: Understanding the Basics

February 17, 2023

Wire mesh is a versatile and useful material that provides a number of benefits over traditional solid materials. With its lightweight, customizable, and cost-effective properties, wire mesh is a popular choice for a wide range of applications, from construction and industrial uses to household and decorative purposes.

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Upright wire plant cage to help plants grow upward.

Sturdy Plant Cage from Oregon Wire

January 27, 2023

A sturdy plant cage is a type of support structure for plants that helps them to grow upright and remain stable. It can be made of various materials including galvanized steel 1/4″ wire, and is designed to be durable and able to withstand the elements and the weight of the plant. Plant cages are often used for supporting tall or heavy plants, such as tomatoes, peppers, or other vine-like plants

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A basket made of steel wire forms sitting on the concrete floor.

How Are Wire Forms Used

January 21, 2023

Oregon Wire has been shaping the future of wire since 1973.  Among our core competencies, include custom fabrication of wire forms.

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Selecting steel wire for custom wire fabrication.

Types of Material Used to Create Custom Wire Forms

January 13, 2023

The choice of material used will depend on the specific requirements of the wire form and the conditions it will be exposed to.

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Steel wire shelving used for bread loaves.

Steel Wire Shelving

January 6, 2023

At Oregon Wire Products, we specialize in the manufacture of high-quality steel wire racks, using materials such as stainless steel, galvanized steel, and powder-coated steel.

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