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DDA distributes 176 aluminium milking buckets to dairy co-operatives in Kampala
The Dairy Development Authority (DDA) has released better pasture seed kinds that are more nutritious and develop quicker. They also distributed 352 milk cans composed of aluminium alloy, weighing 50ltrs/20ltrs each, 176 milking aluminium buckets, and 68 scoops. In contrast to typical handling equipment such as jerrycans, which leak toxins into the milk and reduce its quality, Christopher Ssebina claims that aluminium cans do not leak harmful substances into the milk and also promotes a sustainable approach. "We are promoting the use of the milk equipment because we want our milk to access further markets both locally and internationally. For milk to access the market, it should be of good quality as per the set standard and to achieve this, they use the recommended containers," Ssebina...
LME aluminium price drops to US$2,085.5/t; SHFE price slips by US$2/t to US$2,535/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,147 per tonne on Tuesday, with its high and low at US$2,171.5 per tonne and US$2,136.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,141.5 per tonne, a decrease of US$4.5 per tonne or 0.21 per cent from the previous trading day. On Tuesday, August 15, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$10.5 per tonne or 0.50 per cent to settle at US$2,085 per tonne and US$2,085.50 per tonne. The 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also fell by US$8 per tonne and US$6.5 per tonne to halt at US$2,138 per tonne and US$2,140 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price inched down by US$2 per tonne or 0.08 per cent to close at US$2,310 per tonne and US$2,315 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came...
Hydro Rein and OVF to establish seven solar projects totaling 655 MW
Hydro Rein and Norwegian landowner Opplysningsvesenets Fund (OVF) are forming a cooperative solar power firm. The partners intend to build seven solar projects totalling 655 MW on chosen Norwegian lands. Geisli Energi AS, Hydro Rein, and OVF have formed a new business to enter the fast-expanding Norwegian solar sector. Hydro Rein will control 49.9 per cent of the new firm, while OVF will possess 50.1 per cent. The partnership's next step will be to undertake extensive inspections of OVF assets and decide on prioritised locations. The completion of the solar power plants will allow for local growth and new green electricity to industry in places that have previously had limited access to power. Establishing the new solar firm marks a milestone in Hydro Rein's sustainable development path...
Zera Cooling Crescent comprising aluminium and silicone offers relief during menopause
The Zera Cooling Crescent, invented by Aphra Hallam, is a wearable device that reduces the hot flushes that women might suffer during menopause. The device comprises reusable aluminium and silicone and is meant to fit comfortably behind the neck. The gadget employs thermoelectric technology to provide a cold feeling that alleviates the hot flushes that might occur during menopause. The technique uses a Peltier module, a thermal control device that provides a voltage between two electrodes and is attached to an aluminium strip. The module cools the metal strip and targets the skin's blood vessels, allowing the user to cool down during a hot flush. The gadget is managed by an app called Zera, which users may use throughout the day. This contains a monitoring function for ladies to keep...
Aluminium, a greater substitute for rare earth elements in Electric Vehicles
The rising demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has brought to light the problem of using rare earths in contemporary technologies. Fortunately, there are many solutions for eliminating the usage of rare earths in EVs. Induction motors, for example, have widely been employed in the EV industry and utilise aluminium windings or copper on the rotor. They have a higher peak power and torque density than permanent magnet (PM) motors but a poorer efficiency. Another possibility is a wrapped rotor motor, which uses coil windings instead of magnets on the rotor. This controls the stator and rotor fields and is used by firms such as BMW and Nissan. Regarding alternative magnetic materials, attempts are being made to create magnets that do not include rare earth and can compete with their...
Vedanta Aluminium celebrates 77 Years of Independence with #AzadiKaAsliMatlab campaign
India is celebrating its 77th Independence Day, a journey of progress and unity. This commemoration marks the country's liberation from British colonial rule, signifying the triumph of freedom, harmony, and self-governance. And to commemorate this significant event, Vedanta Aluminium, one of India's biggest aluminium manufacturers, has launched a multi-channel campaign named '#AzadiKaAsliMatlab' (The True Meaning of Freedom). The campaign revolves around a visually stunning video that captures the country's growth on several fronts. The video debuted on YouTube on August 14th and has been published across all the major social media platforms today (August 15th). The video also highlights the importance of aluminium as the foundation for many vital applications in today's world, propelling...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price registers Y-o-Y hike of RMB470/t; Low-carbon aluminium price surge by RMB114/t
On Tuesday, August 15, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China gained RMB 90 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,470 per tonne, with the average prices between RMB 18,450 per tonne and RMB 18,490 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB 0 to RMB 40 per tonne. On the other hand, as per the data uploaded by the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), a hike of RMB 240 per tonne was recorded Y-o-Y from RMB 18,230 per tonne on August 15th 2022 . The prices as of today have grown in all the provinces, with the highest in Foshan of RMB 130 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,470 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Gongyi and Chongqing have gained RMB 110 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,450 per tonne and RMB 18,470 per tonne. In Wuxi, Hangzhou and Tianjin, the domestic...
Fody Intl gets listed as an aluminium B2B seller under AL CircleBiz
Fody Intl Imp & Exp Co., Limited, based in Foshan, China, which is also known as the hometown of aluminium and stainless steel, serves as a full-service trading firm; it specialises in the whole supply chain for the aluminium profile factory and SS tube mill industries, from raw materials to equipment and consumables, as well as SS coil, aluminium coil, and replacement parts. Fody Intl has been successfully onboarded by AL CircleBiz, the world's first global marketplace, bringing millions of buyers and sellers along the aluminium value chain. The products offered by Fody Intl include: Aluminium Profile Window and Door Processing CNC Equipment Container Liner Stem Shim for Aluminium Profile Extrusion Press Heat Shrink Plastic Film Aluminium Profile Packing Machine Aluminium Billet Cutting...
DFV group, specializing in aluminium paints extends its footprint in Brazil
DFV, an Italian company that paints wood-effect aluminium extrusions and laminates, is extending its footprint in Brazil by constructing a second production in Içara, Santa Catarina. The new entity will concentrate on the market for high-end wood-effect finishes and RAL paints (an international colour system used primarily in industry and architecture to standardise and identify particular colours). The plant will be constructed on an 8 thousand m 2 plot of land, with plans to expand by another 4 thousand m 2 until 2027. The site was selected strategically for its proximity to aluminium profile suppliers and its advantageous location on the banks of the BR-101, which provides access to numerous towns and regions around the nation. DFV intends to generate 64 direct and 173 indirect jobs,...
Pembleton T24, a lightweight sports automobile featuring aluminium panels, weighs around 361kg
Pembleton Motor Company is a small but growing business based in Bayton, Worcestershire. The company's latest creation is the Pembleton T24, a hand-built vintage-style sports automobile weighing around 361kg overall due to aluminium panels stretched over a tubular steel frame. The T24 is handcrafted in small batches by a highly experienced team in Worcestershire. It has an air-cooled, four-stroke, 853cc twin engine and an independent suspension system with fully adjustable damping. The bike engine in the T24 powers the front wheels through a four-speed, dog-leg transaxle gearbox derived from a Citroen 2CV, with the lever protruding from the T24's dash. The gearshift is a delight to use once you get used to it, and changing gear feels like an actual event. The steering and braking feel are...
LME aluminium price slumps to US$2,127/t; SHFE price dwindles by US$41/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,197 per tonne last Friday, with its high and low at US$2,206 per tonne and US$2,166 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,178.5 per tonne, a decrease of US$25.5 per tonne or 1.16 per cent from the previous trading day. On Friday, August 11, the London Metal Exchange (LME) recorded a drop of US$36 per tonne or 1.66 per cent and US$34.5 per tonne or 1.59 per cent to close at US$2,125 per tonne and US$2,127 per tonne. The 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also slipped by US$35 per tonne or 1.58 per cent to settle at US$2,177 per tonne and US$2,178 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price slumped by US$31 per tonne to halt at US$2,342 per tonne and US$2,347 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at 493825 tonnes. Live...
End user weekly: Aluflexpack invests €70 million to expands its aluminium processing facility in Drniš
This week the end-user sector witnessed a lot of significant events. To begin with, Aluflexpack, a Swiss-based inventor and producer of premium aluminium-based flexible packaging systems, stated that it is reaching the completion of a €70 million ($77 million) investment in expanding and modernising its manufacturing site in Drniš, southern Croatia. Hindalco Industries Limited, one of India's largest aluminium manufacturers and the world's most significant flat-rolled products player, announced an alliance with Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd., a specialised engineering firm, to develop and manufacture aluminium railway waggons and coaches. Chinese engineers developed an autonomous robotic car with reflective aluminium plates for cleaning, repairing, and replacing equipment on the...
Guangdong Golden Aluminium joins ASI as the new Production and Transformation member
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced the joining of Guangdong Golden Aluminium Co., Ltd as the new Production and Transformation member. Guangdong Golden Aluminium Co., Ltd. began operations in 1999. It is a comprehensive enterprise that combines R&D, production, sales, and services in the deep processing industries of aluminium alloy ingot, moulds, extrusion, surface coating, high-quality construction aluminium profiles, industrial aluminium profiles, doors and windows, and all aluminium furniture. It is also one of China's top 20 construction aluminium profiles firms, with a strong brand, technology, goods, channels, and talent pool. Its interests are distributed across Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia. As a green champion and practitioner, Golden has urged the...
Top 8 aluminium companies inspiring innovation and driving positive changes with Sustainability Awards
Sustainability awards inspire innovation and drive positive change across various sectors. These prestigious accolades recognise organisations and individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to sustainable practices, encouraging others to follow suit. They are essential for companies that want to showcase their dedication to a greener future. Awards like the Effective Sustainability Communicator Award and others enable companies to establish their credibility via an external, independent validation process and recognition in a variety of areas of sustainability. And when talking about sustainability, aluminium is one such metal that tops the list. Top companies, including those in the aluminium sector, are working diligently to create a roadmap towards a greener future. It's...
Hydro Alunorte signs a new PPA to bolster its decarbonisation strategy
Hydro Alunorte has signed a wind power purchase agreement (PPA) in addition to using solar energy for aluminium manufacturing, which aims to bolster the decarbonisation plan of the Norwegian Aluminium Company. The newly signed project is called the Ventos de São Zacarias project. Investments in renewable sources have bolstered Hydro's decarbonization plan via the Ventos de São Zacarias project. Hydro's objective of attaining NetZero in its operations by 2050 is critical, as is reducing at least 30 per cent of its worldwide emissions by 2030. To reach this goal, the business has implemented many changes in the energy sources employed in the alumina refinery of Hydro Alunorte in Pará, out of which one is the Ventos de São Zacarias project. The project, which will be developed in one of...
Henkel, the new partner of UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative driven by Alupro
Henkel, the world's largest manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, has joined the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative . The nationwide campaign, spearheaded by Alupro, strives to raise awareness and education to boost aerosol recycling rates. “We’re delighted to be partnering with the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative and supporting its mission to further improve aerosol recycling rates across the UK. At Henkel, we’re committed to contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future and fostering innovation to embrace the circular economy. Together, alongside businesses from across the aerosol value chain, we can work to make a lasting impact, promoting responsible consumption and best practice recycling,” said Claudia Berto, head of R&D operations (UK/IE) at Henkel. Henkel...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price hikes to RMB18,550/t; Alumina spot price grows by RMB5/t
On Friday, August 11, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China has grown by RMB 10 per tonne to close at RMB 18,550 per tonne, with the spot contract prices expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 40 to a premium price of RMB 0 per tonne. As per the data, the average prices are expected to be traded between RMB 18,530 per tonne and RMB 18,570 per tonne. As per the data shared by the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), the prices in Hangzhou, Shenyang, and Linyi have gained RMB 70 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,540 per tonne, RMB 18,490 per tonne and RMB 18,590 per tonne. The prices in Chongqing and Wuxi have hiked by RMB 60 per tonne and RMB 50 per tonne to score at RMB 18,530 per tonne. The A00 aluminium ingot price in Gongyi and Tianjin has moved up by RMB 20 per tonne to peg at RMB...
Ma'aden Misr chooses the world's first aluminium B2B platform AL CircleBiz for better networking
Ma'aden Misr is one of the most advanced industrial complexes in Egypt and the Middle East, having been created in 2008 and beginning production in 2012. The company has been successfully registered under the world's first B2B platform with 1200+ certified aluminium product sellers. AL CircleBiz is the world's first global marketplace, connecting millions of buyers and sellers along the aluminium value chain. To know more about the products offered by Ma’aden, you can visit the world's first b2b market for the global aluminium industry, AL CircleBiz's official website. The brand has consciously allied with our team to maintain a profound position in the metals market. Ma'aden’s production capacity is predicted to be 25,000 tonnes per year, with a planned increase to 30,000 tonnes per year...
