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World’s largest single-dish radio telescope "FAST" made with Aluminium panels launched its first mission
China debuts the first mission in late January, one of the largest and sensitive radio telescopes in the world after a three-year trial period. The spherical radio telescope with five hundred meters of aperture, or FAST for the intimate ones (Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope), would help to learn more about the genesis and the evolutions of the universe, and incidentally to spy some aliens. In the remote county of Pingtang in Guizhou during the year 2011, the construction began. The diameter is half Kms and it is marked as the second-largest radio telescope in the world after the Russian RATAN-600, and the largest with the single satellite dish. The device is made up of more than 4,400 Aluminum panels, operated by around 2,000 mechanical winches. It is also considered...
Rio Tinto’s Tiwai Point Aluminium smelter in NZ can stay open: Contact Energy’s CEO send a positive note
Dennis Barnes, CEO, Contact Energy NZ is optimistic that Rio Tinto, the major-owner of Tiwai Point Aluminium smelter can keep it open, but with an upgrade of the power grid - for when the facility does eventually close - will happen sooner rather than later. Rio Tinto's review of the ageing smelter - which uses about 12% of New Zealand's power output - is due by the end of March’20. Contact Energy, which has large-scale hydro generation capacity in the south of the South Island, said Rio Tinto's review of Tiwai remained "firmly on the radar". A spokesperson of Rio Tinto said, "A disorderly exit of the smelter would be a poor outcome for New Zealand and we are actively engaged in negotiations for revised terms for electricity supply to Tiwai.” The contract negotiations are between Meridian...
Kuwait’s import of Aluminium Bar Rods and Profiles slows down: The Projected decline in 2020 is 3.53%
The gradual rise in price for Aluminium Bar Rods and Profiles had shown drowsiness in Kuwait’s import. Kuwait, a small country in the Arab world, but considered to have one of the strongest currencies globally. Kuwait has been importing Aluminium Bar Rods and Profiles from multi countries as and when the prices are offered at the best. The countries include Belgium, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Spain, Turkey, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, UAE and UK. During the year 2017-2019, the total import of Kuwait’s Aluminium Bar Rods was recorded at 47,104 tonnes, amounted to $84.27 million. The estimated figure for2020 has been 14,220 tonnes, the projected amount of $24.06 million. The price clearly shows the inclined way. When added the projected 2020 volume with...
EGA’s efficiency of electricity generation to get enhanced: Giant gas turbine moved by road to EGA Jebel Ali site
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, on 8 th February’20 made public that a giant gas turbine, the biggest in the UAE, has been moved by road from DP World’s Jebel Ali port and installed at EGA’s Jebel Ali site in a carefully-planned overnight operation. The Siemens H-class gas turbine, weighing 457 tonnes and with a length of 13.5 meters, was transported 6 Kms from Jebel Ali port, using an oversized truck. On arrival at the EGA site, the turbine was placed in its permanent location at the heart of a new AED 1 billion state-of-the-art power blocks which will further improve the efficiency of EGA’s electricity generation. The whole operation was completed in just over four hours over two days. JA Power & Water...
Indian Motorcycle’s Styling FTR Rally 2020 furnished with Aluminium wire wheels now made available in North America
Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company, on 7 th February’20 published the retail availability of the FTR Rally 2020 in North America. The retro styling with modern performance capabilities was launched in Milan at EICMA in November 2019. The FTR Rally 2020 will be now shipped to Indian Motorcycle dealers throughout the USA and Canada. The FTR Rally takes a step in a new direction while still maintaining some of the original styling DNA of the FTR 1200. The FTR Rally features with Aluminium wire wheels, Titanium smoke painted with the company’s headdress graphic, brown aviator seat, a new rally windscreen and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires. Reid Wilson, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle said: “We’re excited to offer North American riders a new take on the FTR 1200 that...
Ducati Superleggera V4: Bologna’s ever built powerful road bike with Aluminium component
Ducati finally made public the latest addition to its line-up, the all-new 2020 Panigale V4 Superleggera. This exclusive and expensive motorcycle is just as gorgeous as it was expected to be. There was a suspicion that Ducati was preparing an ultra-light version of the Panigale V4 after a carbon-fiber & aluminium version of the model was spotted being tested a few months ago. The intuitions were confirmed when a few select Ducati VIPs received an e-mail signed by CEO Claudio Domenicali himself, introducing Project 1708. The e-mail contained a link to a page listing all the special model’s spectacular specifications, features, and pricing. The Superleggera is the most powerful ride to ever roll out of the Borgo Panigale factory thanks to its 224 horsepower, 998cc, V4 Desmosedici Stradale...
Norway’s export of Aluminium Bar Rods & Profiles shows volatility: Projected downturn 25.17% in 2020
Norway is the largest aluminium producing country in Western Europe, and almost 80-90% of its output is exported to the international market. Primary aluminium is produced at seven works around the country, with Norsk Hydro as the largest company in this sector. Raw Aluminium is one of the top export items of Norway, other than Crude Petroleum, Petroleum Gas, Non-fillet Fresh Fish and Refined Petroleum. The international trade data indicates Norway’s export of Aluminium Bar Rods and Profiles market is volatile. Norway’s total export of aluminium bar rods and profiles from 2017-19 was posted 72,098 tonnes, which accounted $20.66 million. The year 2020 has been projected a downturn of 25.17%, when added, the estimated export volume with the previous years it stands at 89,585 tonnes and...
RUSAL gets recognized by the Carbon Disclosure Project as a global leader in the Aluminium sector
RUSAL, one of the world’s major producers of aluminium has been identified as a global leader for engaging with its suppliers on climate change by the Carbon Disclosure Project’s (CDP) Supplier Engagement Leader board. Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) is a global non-profit that runs the world’s leading environmental disclosure platform. The high CDP rating is further evidence of RUSAL’s successful efforts to reduce emissions, manage climate risks and ensure transparent communications in this area. CDP evaluated companies that are actively involved in working with their suppliers to reduce their impact on the environment. Out of the 4,800 companies that were assessed, RUSAL was amongst the 160 corporations on the leader-board this year and the first aluminium company in the world to get...
Mobile Aluminium crane with a lifting capacity of 6 tonnes rolls out by German Crane & Aerial lift manufacturer Klaas
The German crane and aerial lift manufacturer Klaas has launched its fresh innovation, the Klaas K1100 RSX truck-mounted aluminium crane. The innovation will be considered as one of the largest Klaas truck cranes, with a maximum lifting capacity of 6 tonnes, a winch capacity of 2.5 tonnes and the highest lifting height of 60 metres. The maximum outrigger width is less than 6 metres, overall making it an ideal for construction sites, where space is limited. In regards to the working range; a load of 2000kg can be lifted at 23m, 1000kg at 35m and 500kg at 45m. This new model is equipped with a hydraulic telescopic Y jib, double derrick cylinders, TFR boom system, twin lung cylinders, crane control system, telescopic winch, separate diesel motor drive concept, extendable counterweight and...
Montenegrin mine in Poland push up Bauxite output in 2019
Bumech signed a 29-year contract with Montenegro’s Uniprom Metals for bauxite extractions at Niksic mine. Nikšić represents the largest bauxite reserve in Montenegro and one of the largest in Europe, having estimated reserves of 135.2 million tonnes. Bumech has raised the production of bauxite by 11% in 2019 at Montenegrin mine which has been its operation. Bumech specializes in the scope of service, maintenance of operations and repair works of mining machinery and equipment. Bumech serves clients in Poland. The Polish company said in a statement on 4 th February’20 that Bumech extracted a total of 348,138 tonnes of bauxite from the mine located near Montenegro's second-largest city of Niksic. The production during the autumn and winter months was also maintained at a high level, whereas...
Brazil’s Bauxite export showing nosedive 2017-20
Brazil, the largest South-American country with one of the largest bauxite reserves in the world has shown nosedive in bauxite export during 2017-20. Bauxite is the third-largest natural resource in Brazil, with 2.6 billion tonnes of the reserve. The Paragominas bauxite mine is located in the east of the state of Pará in Northern Brazil, one of the world’s richest sources of bauxite. The total bauxite export of Brazil from 2017-19 stood at 26.5 million tonnes approximately. The projected export for 2020 is 7.9 million tonnes, when adding up it makes 34.4 million tonnes. In 2017 the total bauxite export showed some momentum and reflected 9.5 million tonnes. The year 2018 showed deep de-growth of 13.68%, which accounted for 8.2 million tonnes. The year 2019 showed a bit growth of 7.31% by...
Royal Enfield’s mountaineer bike HIMALAYAN refined with Aluminium accessory
The Royal Enfield extreme mountaineers bike Himalayan has gone on to win over the mid-size adventure tour segment as the most resourceful product built to take on rough riding conditions. There have been some additions which made it even more engaging adventure motorcycle in the market segment of the mid-sized bike. The newly launched Himalayan model is offered with an exclusive accessory like aluminium handlebar with a cross brace. The tall stance of the model is unique and remains same but the new bike comes with switchable ABS for off-road use, a hazard switch to warn other riders in case of an emergency, a new brake mechanism to improve stopping power and also a side stand to make parking easy. The engine is enhanced to a BS6 unit to meet the upcoming emission norms and with that,...
Hammerer Aluminium Industries takes over Hydro’s Romania aluminium extrusion plant
Austria-based Hammerer Aluminium Industries (HAI) publicizes its takeover of Hydro’s aluminium extrusion plant in Romania's western county of Arad. 3 rd February’20 HAI stated: "After the signing in September’19 the acquisition by Hammerer Aluminium Industries of the Hydro extrusion plant in Romania becomes effective as of February’20. With this acquisition, HAI is systematically expanding its capacity and taking another step forward in the strategic development of all three company divisions: construction, industry and transport." The plant is located in Chisineu-Cris, Arad County, has two extrusion presses with a production capacity of 22,000 tonnes per year and 200 staffs are employed. After the completion of the acquisition process, HAI has now 10 extrusion presses with an annual of...
IndianOil partners with Phinergy of Israel for manufacturing of aluminium-air batteries in India
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India’s largest fuel retailer, has joined hands with Israel-based start-up Phinergy for development, manufacturing, assembly and sale of aluminium-air batteries. “IndianOil has taken a minority equity stake in Phinergy (Israel). IndianOil and Phinergy are now in the process of forming a Joint Venture in India for collaboration in the field of Al-Air battery system including research & development, customization, manufacturing, assembly, sale and service of aluminium-air energy systems technology,” the company said in a statement. In a bigger picture, the major intention of the joint venture will be to set up a factory in India to manufacture aluminium-air batteries (Al-Air Batteries) for electric vehicles and stationary applications and facilitate the...
IndianOil partners with Phinergy of Israel for manufacturing of aluminium-air batteries in India
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India’s largest fuel retailer, has joined hands with Israel-based start-up Phinergy for development, manufacturing, assembly and sale of aluminium-air batteries. “IndianOil has taken a minority equity stake in Phinergy (Israel). IndianOil and Phinergy are now in the process of forming a Joint Venture in India for collaboration in the field of Al-Air battery system including research & development, customization, manufacturing, assembly, sale and service of aluminium-air energy systems technology,” the company said in a statement. In a bigger picture, the major intention of the joint venture will be to set up a factory in India to manufacture aluminium-air batteries (Al-Air Batteries) for electric vehicles and stationary applications and facilitate the...
Clough Ltd Australia secures Alcore’s aluminium contract
The Australian engineering company Clough Ltd based at Perth has been commissioned by Australian Bauxite Company’s subsidiary Alcore for their design and construction of aluminium fluoride plant in New South Wales. The contract which is secured by Clough, states that it will be building a recycling plant for Australian Bauxite subsidiary Alcore. In the plant, the by-products from aluminium smelters will be converted into aluminium fluoride. Alcore has worldwide exclusive rights to the aluminium-relation portion of CORE Technology, and after six months of test, work has committed to the best strategy for its first commercial plant whereby by-products from aluminium smelters will be converted into aluminium fluoride, which can be sold back to the smelters as an essential electrolyte for...
Alba held the first Leadership Workshop of 2020: ‘One Team, One Goal’
The world’s largest aluminium smelter ex-China, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), held its first workshop “One Team, One Goal” in the Executive Education Series for 2020 on 30 th January, for its Executives, Directors, and Managers at the Alba Club. The Leadership Workshop was held in cooperation with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF). The single-day team building Workshop embraced a series of group interactive activities, focused on key four areas – enhancing team spirit, creative problem solving, and negotiation and time management. This all will help to transform leadership skills and find new avenues to achieve the Company’s goals. Spoken on this occasion, Alba’s Acting Chief Executive Officer Ali Al Baqali said: “Team alignment and synchronization is a must to steer...
BALCO Medical Centre in Raipur emanated as the biggest Cancer hospital in central India
World Cancer Day was incepted on 4 th February 2000 at World Summit against Cancer for the New Millennium in Paris, today it marks its 20 th anniversary. The individuals and organisations over the last two decades, across the world, have contributed to the global collaboration to promote research, prevent cancer, improve patient services, raise awareness and mobilise the global community to curb the dreaded disease. It has been recorded that 9.6 million people yield to cancer globally every year, pulling the disease the second-leading cause of deaths worldwide. The conducted research states that 70% of these occur in low-to-middle income countries due to low penetration of awareness, infrastructure, technical and medical expertise, limited access to quality care, funding for research, and...
