About Minnesota Wire
Our History
WCC Formed
Fred Wagner forms Wagner Consultants Corp. (WCC) as a manufacturers representative firm for general use electrical components.
MWCC Formed
Minnesota Wire & Cable Corp. (MWCC) is formed and incorporated.
Precut Wire
WCC adds precut wire and cable to it’s product line.
The Merger
WCC merges with Minnesota Wire & Cable Corp. to become Minnesota’s first manufacturer of retractile cords. Management makes the strategic decision to focus its efforts and resources on the medical industry.
Distribution Begins
MWCC begins the distribution and processing of wire and cable.
Molding Machinery
MWCC purchase their first of twenty molding machines.
In-House Tooling
MWCC creates its own molds & tools and begins in-house tool and die manufacturing.
Vertical Integration
Vertical integration was completed with the purchase of its first of five extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
Eau Claire Facility
MWCC began operations in Eau Claire WI with the purchase of a 4,800 sq. ft. building.
Saint Paul Facility
MWCC expands its operation by purchasing its current 28,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint Paul.
Paul Wagner
Paul Wagner takes over as President of MWCC.
Business Person of the Year
Fred Wagner is named Business Person of the Year by the Minnesota Family Business Council.
Eau Claire Expansion
MWCC expands its Eau Claire operation by purchasing an additional 44,000 sq. ft. building.
Med-Equip
MWCC creates Minnesota Med-Equip (MME) a wholly owned subsidiary. MME becomes an international exporter of new, used and re-manufactured medical equipment.
Leadership Training
MWCC launches extensive leadership and communication training program.
Shipping Record
MWCC has record shipping month in October of $982.033.
Sales Record
MWCC books record sales in December of $1,077,000.
Pulse Oximeter Launch
MWCC/MME launches pulse oximeter sensor product line at Medica Tradeshow.
ISO 9001 Certification
MWCC ISO 9001 certification process begins. Participative departmental strategic plans are implemented company-wide.
CE Certificate
MWCC/MME receives CE certificate (European Conformity) for pulse oximeter sensor product line.
Bramstead Surgical, Inc.
MWCC acquires Bramstead Surgical, Inc. to provide in-house surgical instrument repair capabilities.
Governor’s International Trade Award
Paul Wagner honored with the Governor’s International Trade Award.
Record Breaking Year
MWCC has record-breaking year with 20% sales growth.
New CEO
Paul J. Wagner named CEO.
First U.S. Army Contract
MWCC receives its first Land Warrior contract from the U.S. Army.
Defense Alliance
MWCC forms Defense Alliance to network and expand the defense industry job and technology base of the Upper Midwest.
Another Award
Defense Alliance receives the Veteran Small Business of the Year award.
Tibbetts Award
MWCC receives Tibbetts Award from SBIR (Small Business Innovative Research) for its Research and Development work.
Eau Claire Expansion
MWCC expands its operation in Eau Claire by moving into a 60,000 sw. ft. facility.
New Chairman
Paul J. Wagner named Chairman of MWCC.
Small Business of the Year Award
MWCC receives Small Business of the Year Award.
Veteran’s Day BBQ
MWCC holds its first Veteran’s Day BBQ in Eau Claire to honor our US Veterans.
Paragon Economic Impact Award
MWCC receives the Paragon Economic Impact Award in Eau Claire.
Minnovate
MWCC creates Minnovate to lead its Research & Development initiatives.
Entrepreneur of the Year
Paul Wagner receives Entrepreneur of the Year from Ernst & Young.
Veteran Employer Award
MWCC receives the Medium Sized Veteran Employer Award.
WCTI Technical Acheivement Award
MWCC receives the Wire & Cable Technology International’s WCTI Technical Achievement Awards for major practical technical developments that have improved the way wire and cable is made.
Entrepreneur of the Year
MWCC receives the Entrepreneur of the Year Upper Midwest Technology Award.
US Patent
MWCC receives US Patent for its Elastromeric Conductor & Shield Fault Detection.
MRAP Order
MWCC receives $5.5 million order for Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) wire and harness components – completes order and delivers in twelve weeks.
Rapid Innovation Funding
MWCC receives first Rapid Innovation Funding grant for $2.4 million.
iSTRETCH
MWCC files for a US Patent for the development of iSTRETCH – a wire that can stretch up to 40% with no loss of conductivity.
Patent Application
MWCC submits Patent application for CNT Elastomeric PHM (Prognostic Health Management) – currently in review.
Minnesota Honoree Award
Defense Alliance receives Progress Minnesota Honoree Award.
AS9100 Certified
MWCC becomes AS9100 Certified paving the groundwork for entry into the aerospace industry.
Defense Alliance
Defense Alliance raises $215 million for small business over the course of three years.
Deep Space Usage
Minnovate technology of space wire qualifies for deep space usage for both copper and carbon Nanotube applications.
CNT Shielding
MWCC submits Patent application with Northrup Grumman for CNT Shielding – currently in review and appeal.
First Space Wire Order
MWCC receives first space wire order.
Defense Alliance Sold
Defense Alliance is sold to Logistic Specialties, Inc. in Layton UT.
Provisional Patent
Provisional Patent filed for Lightweight CNT LVDS (low-voltage differential signal) Data Communications Conductors.
Patent Submission
MWCC submits Patent for CNT Skin Effectiveness.
Trusted Advisors for Over 50 Years!
We will work with you to develop the perfect custom solution for your unique needs: from Medical Devices to Deep Space Applications.
An Industry Leader in Custom Wire and Cable Manufacturing
Over the moon. Around the world. Under the ground. In the ocean. Inside the human body. Wire! It powers our lives. It connects our horizons. It plays a critical role in saving lives.
Wire is transforming our world. It is morphing what was once science fiction into reality. At Minnesota Wire we are passionate about the development of new wire technologies. We have an entire division, Minnovate, dedicated to research and development.
Committed to R&D
We are committed to research and development because we know that it not only opens up new technologies—it gives us unique insights into the solutions required now. It expands our thinking. It allows us to bring new and creative solutions to today’s projects.
Our research and development teams work with our engineers. This collaborative effort flattens boundaries and allows us to think in unbounded ways. We are not afraid to jump over the moon. We are undaunted by the depth of the ocean. We thumb our nose at “impossible.”
We bring this attitude to everything we do. We excel at custom solutions.
Groundbreaking Engineering
Minnesota Wire is a privately owned custom wire and cable manufacturer. The Wagner family has owned and operated Minnesota Wire since 1968. The company has transformed from a bulk cable manufacturer to an industry leader in custom wire and cable manufacturing. Minnesota Wire excels in cable assemblies, R&D, testing, and design engineering. Our Minnesota Defense division has been the lead on a vast array of key military projects.
We are groundbreakers in electrical signal integrity, low-noise cable, and radio-translucent wire. We have designed and manufactured innovative connections for wearable electronics, patient monitoring systems, and leading-edge medical devices. We dive deep into the ocean. We fly high in the sky. We orbit the earth. We are shielding specialists. We are ruggedized cable warriors. We are overmolding masters. We will produce your bulk wire at the speed of light.
Mission
To provide high quality, high performance, fully integrated, custom solutions that will meet customer needs.
Vision
To be a global leader in wire and cable manufacture and integration to assist doctors, clinicians, service members, citizens, patients, and family members.
Quality Policy
We are committed to meeting customer needs and regulatory requirements and to continually improve and maintain the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
Minnesota Wire Maintains these Certifications
IPC-620 Harness Certified
RoHS Compliant
MIL-STD Manufacturer