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Sandvik Coromant unveils M5F90 face-milling cutter for making aluminium battery racks
Sandvik Coromant, a prominent metal cutting expert, has introduced the M5F90 face-milling cutter, specifically designed to process thin-wall aluminium components without burring, scratching, or chipping due to its smaller cutter body and brazed Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) tips. This cutting-edge technology, designed exclusively for making aluminium battery racks, is poised to revolutionise the production process for automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and help them remain ahead in a competitive market. The automotive sector is seeing a rise in OEM engagement in battery cell manufacture, which is now physically closer to car assembly factories. As battery technology, durability, and performance become increasingly essential differentiators for OEMs, efficient machining...
AKAM 6th Awareness Conference on “Sustainable & Circular Bharat: Towards Zero Waste in Metals Processing”
AKAM 6th Awareness Conference on “Sustainable & Circular Bharat: Towards Zero Waste in Metals Processing” conference at Taj Bengal on 15th and 2-Days Plant Visit during 14-15th June at Kolkata nearby metal recycling cluster. Ministry of Mines and Ministry of Steel, Government of India, in collaboration with JNARDDC and Ministry of Mines PSU (NALCO) and Ministry of Steel PSUs (NMDC & MSTC) along with MRAI, will be organizing a series of events to mark the celebration of the “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) - CIRCULAR ECONOMY Campaign - 2023”, which is based on Sustainability/ Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE). AKAM’s main objective is to increase awareness about scrap recycling and waste utilization. Under AKAM, MRAI has successfully conducted five Scrap Recycling (Fe & Non-Ferrous) and...
Portable SSD from SK Hynix features aluminium outer case ensuring device durability
Convenient portability and excellent features define the latest Solid State Drive (SSD) from SK Hynix Inc. The new SSD, dubbed Beetle X31, allows users to transfer over 500GB of data at an average speed of 900MB/s in 9 minutes. Also, the outer case of the X31 series is constructed out of aluminium, assuring heat dissipation and device longevity. The X31 is SK Hynix's first external SSD solution, distinguished by its fast operating speed of 10Gbps (10 gigabits per second) and exceptional heat management capabilities. Since its launch, the X31 has received much praise for its excellent performance, mobility, and elegant appearance. Portable SSDs are becoming more popular as a sought-after portable storage option. The X31 was rigorously built to meet the critical criteria of fast read and...
ALFED unveils two new programmes promoting Net Zero at the EnvironmentAl Strategy Day
On June 1, at the first EnvironmentAl Strategy Day inauguration, Aluminium Federation (ALFED) revealed plans to establish two new member projects to promote the sector's transition to Net Zero. The move will help the supply chain's understanding of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and raise awareness of aluminium outside of the industry. An ALFED-accredited ESG officer training course will give resources and assistance to ALFED members' representatives in becoming skilled in ESG to aid in the transition to sustainability. While in collaboration with Bloodhound Education, an 'Aluminium Ambassadors' initiative will train and equip professionals from across the industry to go into educational and corporate settings to deliver informative talks and run EnvironmentAI trained...
A00 aluminium ingot price in China declines by RMB130/t to RMB18,280/t
On Tuesday, June 6, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has slumped by RMB 160 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,280 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 40 per tonne to a premium price of RMB 0 per tonne. The average price is expected to range between RMB 18,260 per tonne and RMB 18,300 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the A00 aluminium ingot prices in Foshan, Hangzhou and Shenyang have dwindled by RMB 130 per tonne to come in at RMB 18,380 per tonne, and RMB 18,280 per tonne, respectively. In Wuxi, the price has descended by RMB 120 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,260 per tonne. On the same day, in Gongyi, Chongqing and Tianjin, the prices have fallen by RMB 110 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,120 per tonne, RMB 18,280 per tonne and RMB 18,300 per...
Imported aluminium scrap price in India records significant fluctuation W-o-W
The domestic aluminium scrap market remained stable. Price alternations by important industry participants had little impact on the market. Stress grade scrap was recorded at INR 163,000 per tonne, while utensil prices were INR 173,500 per tonne exy-Delhi. As a result, transactions remained mild, and sellers grew more cautious, taking a wait-and-see strategy to analyse the situation. However, given the present scarcity in northern sections, prices may see a minor increase soon. Imported aluminium scrap prices entering India, on the other hand, saw significant swings. Specific grades had huge rises of up to $40 per tonne this week, while others saw decreases of up to $10 per tonne W-o-W. The domestic nonferrous scrap market remained unstable, owing to low to moderate transactional...
China’s aluminium billet inventories drop by 6,200 tonnes W-o-W to 135,100 tonnes
As of June 1, the domestic aluminium billet social inventory closed at 135,100 tonnes, down 6,200 tonnes from the previous week. Arrivals climbed dramatically, but transactions did not keep pace. A growing proportion of molten aluminium was into billets and other intermediate products. The current inventory remains the greatest compared to the same time in the previous three years. The figure below provides further information on the current state of aluminium billet inventories in China: The inventories in Wuxi and Changzhou hiked by 1,600 tonnes and 1,300 tonnes to halt at 22,200 tonnes and 8,700 tonnes, followed by a growth of 1,000 tonnes in Huzhou to settle at 18,000 tonnes. On the other hand, the inventory in Foshan nosedived by 10,000 tonnes to score 81,600 tonnes from 91,600...
QRC welcomes bauxite and alumina to the revised Critical Minerals Strategy list
The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) has backed the opposition's proposal to add alumina, bauxite, aluminium, nickel, copper, zinc, potash, and phosphate to the list of critical minerals and welcomed the upcoming publication of the Australian Government's revised Critical Minerals Strategy. According to QRC Chief Executive Ian Macfarlane, the rapidly rising global focus on essential mineral sources and supply chains means Australia and Queensland must move swiftly to capitalise on the investment and employment opportunities that will result from the surge in demand. "Critical minerals is the buzz term around the world at the moment, and for good reason because they are essential to the development of modern, low-emissions economies. Although there's not one globally agreed list of...
Nespresso unveils Vertuo Pop coffee machine featuring 80% recycled aluminium
Sustainability is at the heart of everything Nespresso does. The firm is dedicated to positively influencing people and the environment while providing customers with some of the most exquisite coffees available. In keeping with this philosophy, Nespresso has introduced the Vertuo Pop machine, which is the smallest and most economical Vertuo machine to date. Constructed out of 80 per cent recycled aluminium, the Vertuo Pop machine will provide 25 distinct coffee blends and single origins in various cup sizes, allowing coffee enthusiasts to enjoy their favourite drink any way they want, whenever they want, with the press of a button. Apart from this, the machine comprises 35 per cent recycled plastic, while the packaging is 99.5 per cent recyclable. Francisco Nogueira, Business Executive...
LME aluminium price contracts by US$17.5/t to US$2,263.50/t; SHFE price declines by US$26/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,275 per tonne last Friday, with its low and high at US$2,256 per tonne and US$2,314.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,267.5 per tonne, a drop of US$2.5 per tonne or 0.11 per cent. On Friday, June 2, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$17.5 per tonne or 0.76 per cent to halt at US$2,263 per tonne and US$2,263.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price, on the other hand, hiked by US$36.5 per tonne or 1.62 per cent to score at US$2,289 per tonne and US$2,289.50 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price ascended by US$36 per tonne or 1.49 per cent to reside at US$2,438 per tonne and US$2,443 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock settled at 579025 tonnes. Live...
Downstream recap: Novelis and Coca-Cola sign aluminium beverage can sheet supply agreement
Novelis Inc., the global leader of flat-rolled aluminium products and recycler of aluminium, will provide aluminium can sheets for The Coca-Cola Company's family of iconic brands to Coca-Cola's approved North American bottlers under the new long-term agreement. Alcoa's Casting House, located in Lafayette, Indiana, is the world's biggest aluminium-lithium factory. The factory, which cost $90 million and took two years to complete, is located on a 170-acre multi-building tract. Impression Technologies Limited (ITL) of Coventry and EMI Aerospace (EMI) of Michigan have struck a licencing and technical services agreement to create innovative aluminium structures for worldwide aerospace industries utilising Hot Form Quench (HFQ) technology. On May 17, 2023, the Aluminium Secondary Manufacturers...
Green roof and aluminium trellis surround Villa Papillon in Batroun
Villa Papillon is a beautiful home on the shore's edge in the Lebanese town of Batroun, some 50 km north of Beirut. Designed by a New York-based architectural studio formed by Rhode Islander Dan Wood and Beirut-born Amale Andraos, the courtyard is surrounded by a green roof, with an aluminium and steel trellis giving shade throughout the day. Triangular shapes are prominent throughout, giving Villa Papillon a distinct character to contrast with striking art and furnishings. It is built for solitude, with a robust back façade that conceals nothing. Along with immediate beach access, a spacious deck wraps around the seashore, with a triangular swimming pool inset in one corner, lined with Bisazza glass mosaic tiles and bordered by a Carrara marble coping. Making the most of the location,...
End user recap: Rising demand for aluminium cans urges PABC to enhance its manufacturing capacity
Aluminium as a metal is gaining popularity in almost all verticals. Be it transport, packaging, or even art form, the metal and its sustainable attributes are not going unnoticed. Like, Lutfa Mahmuda, a graduate of Visva-Bharati University in India, recently hosted an aluminium art exhibition in Uzbekistan. She has dabbled in various art forms, including printing on aluminium sheets, but her primary focus is on the social elements of life and their impact on fine arts. Apart from this, Asda, one of the UK’s major supermarket retailers, has made an essential step towards eradicating single-use plastic. The company has switched from plastic bottle tops to recyclable milk bottle tops made of aluminium and paper. In response to a large rise in demand for aluminium cans, Pakistan Aluminium...
Alupro’s Tom Giddings to talk about aluminium-friendly DRS at the 2023 Environmental Packaging Summit
Alupro's executive director, Tom Giddings, will be a part of this year's Environmental Packaging Summit, which will be held on the 13th and 14th of June at the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham. He will discuss the parameters required to reach an 'aluminium-friendly' Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Tom will participate in a DRS panel discussion to explore the recent developments in all four countries as part of the conference agenda. The two-day event, organised by Packaging News, will address a variety of themes, such as sustainable packaging, regulation, and industry participation. While EPR changes and DRS legislation will be a major emphasis on both days, day one will include many net zero workshops. In contrast, day two will concentrate primarily on the entire supply chain and industry...
L'Occitane launches 'Gift of Nature' campaign featuring recycled aluminium packaging
L'Occitane Travel Retail's exciting 'Gift of Nature' campaign has been officially launched in the Middle East. The brand is highly associated with aluminium and sustainability. All the 'Gift of Nature' products are composed of recycled aluminium. A unique limited version of L'Occitane's best-selling Shea Hand Cream (150ml) in a 95 per cent recycled aluminium tube was also created for the campaign. In fact, the 75ml and 150ml hand cream tube packaging L'Occitane en Provence is made entirely of recyclable aluminium. A nature-themed display debuted in April at the Dubai Duty-Free Pop-Up store in Concourse D at Dubai International Airport, and the promotion is currently being carried out in the shops' off-shelf areas. This innovative travel retail project is the follow-up to the brand's...
Asda replaces single-use-plastic bottle caps with aluminium
Asda, one of the largest grocery chains in the United Kingdom, has taken a significant step towards eliminating single-use plastic. The firm has transitioned from plastic bottle tops to recyclable milk bottle tops made of aluminium and paper. This change is part of Asda's commitment to minimising plastic waste and assisting in environmental protection. The new milk bottle caps are recyclable since they are constructed from aluminium and paper. This mixture is the perfect weight and durability for a bottle cap. Aluminium used can be recycled, and the paper comes from responsibly farmed forests. Because of this, not only are the bottle caps recyclable, but they also have less of an effect on the environment than their plastic counterparts. There are several advantages to using recyclable...
Novelis and Coca-Cola sign aluminium beverage can sheet supply agreement
Novelis Inc., the world's leading aluminium flat-rolled producer and recycler, has signed a new long-term contract with Coca-Cola Bottlers' Sales & Services Co (CCBSS), the contractual agent for Coca-Cola Co.'s authorised North American bottlers. Under this agreement, Novelis will provide Coca-Cola's official North American bottlers with aluminium can sheet for The Coca-Cola Company's family of famous brands. This includes supplies from Novelis' factory in Bay Minette, Alabama, which is now under development and is set to open in 2025. Through the CCBSS and Novelis arrangement, Atlanta-based Coca-Cola North American Bottlers have agreed to purchase undisclosed aluminium can sheets over a multiyear period. According to Novelis, demand for aluminium beverage can sheet is expected to grow at...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price expands by RMB170/t; Alumina price loses RMB4/t
On Friday, June 2, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China has hiked by RMB 170 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,570 per tonne, with the average prices between RMB 18,550 per tonne and RMB 18,590 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB o to RMB 40 per tonne. The A00 aluminium ingot prices have experienced growth in all the provinces. In Wuxi and Hangzhou, the price has surged by RMB 170 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,550 per tonne and RMB 18,570 per tonne. On the same day, in Gongyi and Foshan, the prices have ascended by RMB 160 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,380 per tonne and RMB 18,660 per tonne. Chongqing and Linyi's prices have grown by RMB 150 per tonne to halt at RMB 18,550 per tonne and RMB 18, 520 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the prices in...
