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Organic Oral Care to go the sustainable way by replacing plastic with aluminium
Organic Oral Care (ORL) is taking a step closer to a sustainable and eco-friendly environment with the introduction of its new recyclable aluminium bottles for its expanding line of mouthwashes. These new eco-friendly bottles are lighter, environmentally responsible, and shatterproof than their original glass counterparts. Compared to plastic, aluminium has been hailed as a more environmentally friendly alternative since recycling plastic is difficult, causes deterioration, and has a lower percentage of reuse. “Our customers have been great partners with their feedback! Our new aluminum bottles are even more eco-friendly and sustainable by being lighter, more recyclable, and a smaller carbon footprint than our previous bottle. Our products are also made in the USA” said Howard Kaufman,...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price drops by RMB10/t to RMB18230/t; Average alumina spot price inches up by RMB1/t
A00 aluminium ingot price in China has decreased by RMB 10 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,230 per tonne, as recorded by the Shanghai Metals Market on Thursday, July 7. The average prices are expected to range between RMB 18,210 per tonne and RMB 18,250 per tonne, with spot contracts to be traded at a discount price of RMB 50 per tonne and RMB 10 per tonne. In Shenyang and Linyi, the price has gone up by RMB 10 per tonne and RMB 40 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,280 per tonne and RMB 18,330 per tonne. However, on the other hand, the price in Gongyi and Foshan has descended by RMB 20 per tonne and RMB 30 per tonne to score at RMB 18,170 per tonne. In Wuxi, the price has inclined downwards by RMB 10 per tonne to land at RMB 18,220 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the A00 aluminium ingot price...
CEOs of major breweries in America plead Joe Biden to halt aluminium tariffs
On July 1, the Chief Executive Officers of prominent breweries in America wrote a letter to US President Joe Biden, pleading to halt tariffs imposed on aluminium. Since the imposition of tariffs in 2018, it has cost the industry more than $1.4 billion. As per the letter, the beer sector consumes more than 41 billion aluminium cans yearly. “These tariffs reverberate throughout the supply chain, raising production costs for aluminum end-users and ultimately impacting consumer prices” according to the letter signed by the CEOs of Anheuser-Busch, Molson Coors, Constellation Brands Inc.’s beer division, and Heineken USA. The letter was sent to the president months after aluminium prices reached a multi-decade high and during the worst inflation in more than 40 years. Since then, the metal's...
Mexico’s imports of aluminium flat-rolled products from the US downgrade by 51.52% in 1Q2022
The aluminium flat-rolled products are produced by rolling thick aluminium between rolls that reduce the thickness, and lengthen it through hot and cold rolling processes. However, aluminium flat-rolled products can be found in several applications, including household utensils, packages, closures, building interiors & exteriors, roofs and home electric appliances. In the first quarter of 2022 (1Q2022) the US exported 35,000 tonnes of aluminium plates, sheets and bars to Mexico, which experienced a downfall of 37,200 tonnes or 51.52 per cent Y-o-Y from 72,200 tonnes in 1Q2021. As per the USGS data, a Q-o-Q diminution of 24,500 tonnes or 58.82 per cent was recorded in 1Q2022 from 59,500 tonnes in 4Q2021. About 25 to 35 per cent of Mexico's GDP comes from the industrial sector, which...
LME aluminium benchmark price contracts by US$57.5/t to US$2,374/t; SHFE price nosedives by US$122/t
LME aluminium fell below at US$2,400 per tonne on Tuesday and closed at US$2,369 per tonne. On July 5, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price plunged by US$59 per tonne or 2.42 per cent and US$57.5 per tonne or 2.36 per cent to score at US$2,372 per tonne and US$2,374 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also drifted downwards by US$63 per tonne or 2.57 per cent and US$64.5 per tonne or 2.63 per cent to settle at US$2,387 per tonne and US$2,387.50 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price halted at US$2,423 per tonne and US$2,428 per tonne after witnessing a decline of US$65 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock closed at 362525 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled warrants for the same day were recorded at 158200...
National Safety Council recognizes Alba with six major international awards
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter ex-China, bagged six significant National Safety Council (NSC) USA awards for 2021. Alba is recognized as one of the top industrial companies in the world with high standards in Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG). Awards reflect Alba's leadership in various safety areas: Safety Leadership Award, Milestone Award, Million Work Hours Award, Perfect Record Award, Occupational Excellence Achievement Award, and Significant Improvement Award. The six NSC Awards will be presented to Alba at the National Safety Council Congress and Expo, which will take place in San Diego, USA, in September 2022. “We are our last line of defense in Safety; it boils down to each one of us. Safety is everyone’s responsibility in Alba. I thank our...
Teaspoons & Co. shifts towards sustainability with aluminium cans
Aluminium beverage cans are one of the most widely recycled beverage packagings globally. The main reasons that have contributed to the popularity are its easy recyclability over an unlimited number of times and the maximum amount of recycled content. Vancouver-based beverage company, Teaspoons & Co. has decided to shift towards a sustainable way by using aluminium cans for all of their drinks, except for slushes and hot beverage offerings. Throughout their lifespans, aluminium cans can be recycled indefinitely. A bamboo fibre straw that fits through the hole in the beverage cans is sturdy and big enough to slurp up both the toppings and the tea. The recycling rate of Used Beverage Cans (UBC) is over double the rate of that of any other beverage container. It's interesting to note that it...
US aluminium crude metals and alloys imports from Bahrain in 1Q2022 show Q-o-Q growth of 20.39%
According to the latest USGS statistics, the United States imported 30,700 tonnes of aluminium crude metals and alloys in the first quarter of 2021 (1Q2021), which on a Y-o-Y calculation surged by 54,900 tonnes or 178.82 per cent to halt at 85,600 tonnes in 1Q2022. The amount of aluminium crude metals and alloys imported by the US from Bahrain in 4Q2021 closed at 71,100 tonnes, which hiked by 14,500 tonnes or 20.39 per cent Q-o-Q in the first quarter of 2022. In March 2022, Bahrain exported 17,600 tonnes of aluminium crude metals and alloys to the United States, which ascended by 7,860 tonnes or 80.69 per cent M-o-M from 9,740 tonnes in February. In February, a huge drop of 48,460 tonnes or 83.26 per cent was recorded from 58,200 tonnes in January. Y-o-Y growth of 7,830 tonnes or 80.14...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price declines by RMB140/t to RMB19,030/t; Aluminium alloys (ADC12) price plunge by RMB100/t
On Tuesday, July 5, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has dropped by RMB 140 per tonne to settle at RMB 19,030 per tonne, following a hike the previous day. The average price is expected to range between RMB 19,010 per tonne and RMB 19,050 per tonne, with spot contract to be traded at a discount price of RMB 60 to RMB 20 per tonne, found the Shanghai Metals Market. The A00 aluminium ingot price has experienced a downfall in almost all the major provinces. Tianjin has witnessed the highest drop by RMB 220 per tonne to halt at RMB 18,930 per tonne, following the plunge of RMB 190 per tonne in Gongyi and Linyi to settle at RMB 18,930 per tonne and RMB 19,030 per tonne. For the same day in Foshan, Hangzhou and Shenyang, the price has declined by RMB 150 per tonne to peg at RMB 19,010 per...
IIT Guwahati researchers to employ aluminium nitride in its new low-cost radiative cooler
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati said on Monday that researchers there have created a low-cost, effective "passive" radiative cooling system that runs without energy and can serve as a substitute for traditional air conditioners. This radiative cooler coating material may be placed on rooftops and works both during the day and at night, making it an electricity-free cooling device. For the cooler to operate during the daytime, researchers considered employing silicon dioxide and aluminium nitride thin films. The wavelength range of solar and atmospheric radiations is matched by the low optical density of these materials. "For a radiative cooler to work during daytime, the material should reflect the solar and atmospheric radiations falling on it. Since the materials used...
Nokia G11 Plus budget-friendly smartphone features durable aluminium frame
The recently unveiled Nokia G11 Plus is bringing some minor upgrades to it, such as a 50 MP rear camera and an aluminium framework, making it sturdy and impact resistant. The motherboard and a smaller board for charging and other circuitry are protected by plastic coverings that are located beneath the lid. Apart from the camera, another feature which makes the G11 Plus standout is its 6.517-inch HD+ screen with a 90 Hz refresh rate. The smartphone also houses a headphone port, 64GB of internal storage, and a huge 5000 mAh battery to provide it with at least two days of use. This is not the first time that Nokia has incorporated aluminium in its framework. Previously, the Nokia C100 smartphone also included aluminium in its frame, making it durable and strong. However, the incorporation...
Scientists at PNNL working to improve aluminium’s conductivity
Keerti Kappagantula, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) materials scientist and his team are working to improve aluminium’s conductivity so that it can compete with copper inexpensively. Keerti stated that this study was initiated as a result of his team's realisation that the demand for copper is surpassing its existing supply, particularly as the EV revolution gains traction. The research, in the opinion of the experts, opens the door to trials that, if completely realised, might result in an ultra-conductive aluminium substitute for copper that would be beneficial in markets outside of transmission lines, transforming automobiles, electronics, and the power grid. “What if you could make aluminum more conductive—even 80% or 90% as conductive as copper? You could replace copper...
LME aluminium benchmark price slumps by US$13/t to US$2,384/t; SHFE price hikes by US$23/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,435 per tonne last Friday and fell to US$2,380 per tonne before closing at US$2,468 per tonne, an increase of US$24.5 per tonne or 1 per cent. On Friday, July 1, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price slipped by US$13.5 per tonne or 0.56 per cent and US$13 per tonne or 0.54 per cent to halt at US$2,383 per tonne and US$2,384 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also dropped by US$21.5 per tonne or 0.88 per cent and US$21 per tonne or 0.86 per cent to settle at US$2,399 per tonne and US$2,400 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price plunged by US$14 per tonne to stop at US$2,438 per tonne and US$2,443 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock settled at 369675 tonnes. Live warrants and...
Downstream weekly recap: Hindalco to grab 26% stake in Cleanwin Energy SIX; Kaiser Aluminum to house a new row coat line in Newburgh with $200 million investment
The downstream segment of the aluminium industry derives its major raw material from the primary sector and is considered the most vital part of the industry. This week, the global aluminium downstream segment witnessed limited but strong events. To begin with, on June 29, Hindalco Industries announced that its board had approved an investment of INR 71.50 lakh in the equity share capital of Cleanwin Energy SIX. Kaiser Aluminum Warrick aims to expand its campus to house a new coat line in Newburgh. It is one of the largest makers of aluminium coated coil for the packaging market in North America. The largest integrated aluminium company in Romania and Europe, ALRO S.A., announced the installation of a brand new, cutting-edge 7" press extrusion machine at its downstream subsidiary, Vimetco...
Primary aluminium weekly recap: Century Aluminum shutdown to put Hawesville at revenue loss; United States to impose 35% tariff on aluminium imports from Russia
The global primary aluminium industry experienced some significant developments this week. Like, to begin with, it can be seen that the geopolitical crisis has put the metal industry under various obstacles, and its impact is still ongoing. The shutting down of Century Aluminum in Hawesville due to the rising prices of energy, will not only hamper the region's earnings but will also cause unemployment. On the other hand, the shift towards a greener and cleaner environment is going strong. To support this, three of the biggest lenders in the world to the aluminium industry will work with Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) for climate-aligned finance to help the decarbonisation of the sector. Apart from this, the news of the United States increasing its tariffs on aluminium imports from Russia...
Kaiser Aluminum plans to house a new row coat line in Newburgh with $200 million investment
Kaiser Aluminum Warrick, one of the biggest producers of aluminium coated coil for the package business in North America, is planning to expand its campus to house a new row coat line in Newburgh as part of an estimated $200 million investment in the business. The main aim of this expansion is to delve more deeply into the coating sector. The new structure will have a 100-foot-tall ceiling beneath a 665-foot-long line. A 12-mile coil could be coated with the new coating process in 20 minutes. The 24/7 factory will be able to considerably raise output levels with this expansion as they focus on the coating business. “This coating line is going to be one of the largest in North America, and it doesn’t actually grow our total volume out of the plant. We shift our volume into a higher margin...
ElvalHalcor receives two honours at the “Bravo Sustainability Dialogue & Awards”
ElvalHalcor earned two honours as part of the Bravo Sustainability Dialogue & Awards, which took place in the Old Parliament House from June 21 to June 23. ElvalHalcor submitted a total of five activities for consideration, out of which the jury selected the two mentioned below: Sustainable certification for the manufacturing of rolled aluminium products by the ASI Performance Standard and the ASI Chain of Custody Standard of the ASI. (Pillar: Governance-Market; Theme: Value Chain Management.) Recycling of aluminium, copper, and copper alloys (Ecosphere Pillar/Subtopic: Waste Management and Circular Economy). Bravo Sustainability Dialogue & Awards identified ElvalHalcor’s devotion to implementing ethical business practices and its adherence to the Sustainable Development principles. The...
LME aluminium official price contracts by US$55/t to US$2,397/t; SHFE price drops by US$44/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,472 per tonne on Thursday and closed at US$2,444 per tonne, down US$28.5 per tonne or 1.15 per cent. On Thursday, June 30, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price plunged by US$54.5 per tonne or 2.22 per cent and US$55 per tonne or 2.24 per cent to score at US$2,396.50 per tonne and US$2,397 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dropped by US$49.5 per tonne or 2 per cent to settle at US$2,420.50 per tonne and US$2,421 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price drifted lower by US$48 per tonne to score at US$2,452 per tonne and US$2,457 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock settled at 373275 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled warrants are pegged at 158200 tonnes and 215075 tonnes. LME...
