ABB has secured two orders from China’s Southwest Aluminum to supply integrated automation and digital technologies for two six-high aluminium cold rolling mills, supporting the manufacturer’s wide-strip production expansion and upgrade. The projects involve a 2,500 mm two-stand mill and a 3,000 mm single-stand mill, with both lines expected to be fully commissioned and operational by the end of 2027. Chongqing-based Southwest Aluminum is a subsidiary of the Aluminum Corporation of China (Chinalco). The orders build on the longstanding cooperation between ABB and the aluminium producer, with the latest projects focusing on process stability, control precision and production performance. Explore insights and forecasts for the aluminium flat rolled products (FRP) market from our...
India-based PG Foils Limited plans to establish a downstream aluminium manufacturing facility in Bahrain, focusing on electric vehicle (EV) battery foil and pharmaceutical foil production. The proposed investment is expected to expand the kingdom’s aluminium downstream capabilities and strengthen its manufacturing base. Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce signed a letter of intent with PG Foils for the project. The agreement was signed by Industry and Commerce Minister Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro and PG Foils Joint Managing Director Sahil Shah during the fourth edition of the Gateway Gulf expo, which opened on November 1 in Manama. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report – Aluminum Foil Market Report Forecast Till 2035 Hosted by the Bahrain...
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Magna International will open its new aluminium casting facility in Telford, United Kingdom on Thursday, April 19. The new castings facility will supply automotive aluminium products to Jaguar Land Rover. Image Source: www.shropshirestar.com The 225,000 square foot aluminium casting facility at Stafford Park will create 300 jobs in Telford. Construction of the new castings facility began in the autumn of 2016 and will be ready soon to begin production, Shropshire star reported. "Cosma’s patented vacuum casting process, High-Q-Cast, was added to the company’s portfolio in 2012. Since then, Cosma has continually grown its casting engineering and manufacturing presence globally,” said Ben Goater, General Manager of Cosma Castings UK. "This will be the first die casting facility for Magna in...
The European Union’s temporary relief from the US imported aluminium and steel tariffs is approaching an end since the impunity is valid only until May 1, 2018 and is subject to further discussion. The White House said, “By May 1, 2018, the president will decide whether to continue to exempt these countries from the tariffs, based on the status of the discussions.” So, following China, the European Union today April 17, 2018 corresponded with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) seeking safeguards from the US tariffs on imported aluminium and steel. According to a statement published on the world trade body’s website, European Union said "Having a substantial interest as an exporter in this case, the European Union requests consultations with the United States to agree safeguards". The...
The global aluminium alloy market is projected to grow at an exponential rate over the next five years. Aluminium alloys are preferred in automotive sector due to lightweight components and better fuel efficiency. Venezuela’s exports of aluminium alloy increased over the last three years, reveals international trade data. It is estimated that the exports of aluminium will increase in both volume and value in 2018. Global trade data shows Venezuela exported a total of 59436 tonnes of aluminium alloy in 2016 and the volume increased slightly to about 59655 tonnes in 2017.The country exported US$ 99.6 million worth aluminium alloy in 2016, which came down to US$79 million in 2017. The total volume of 213657 tonnes of aluminium alloy will be exported by this year end. Venezuela is estimated...
Constellium Extrusions Decin s.r.o., based in the Czech Republic, is expanding its aluminium casthouse capacity with the order of a new homogenizing furnace and a helical ultrasonic testing station and billet saw for aluminium extrusion billets. Hertwich Engineering, a company of SMS group, will supply the new furnace with a capacity of nine tons per hour. The new homogenizing line will start operation in the first half of 2019. Constellium Decin plant is a leading aluminium extrusions manufacturer in Europe and part of the multinational Constellium group. The plant produces customized aluminium extrusions in soft and hard alloys for automotive and industrial applications.The plant is the largest integrated hard alloy facility in Europe, and the fourth-largest supplier of tubes, bars and...
Vietnam’s exports of commodities increased to US$19800 million in March 2018, from US$143300 million in February 2018. The country’s export of aluminium wire increased in volume in 2017 when compared to 2016 data. Vietnam’s exports of aluminium wire are projected to decline in 2018. As per global export-import data, Vietnam exported an estimated 7787 tonnes of aluminium wire in 2016. The total export volume increased to stand at 8980 tonnes in 2017. In 2018, the estimated aluminium wire export is expected to reach 7948 tonnes. The total aluminium wire export was valued at US$22 million in 2016, which decreased to reach US$15 million in 2017. In 2018, the value of export of aluminium wire is estimated to increase in 2018. Aluminium wire exports are to be valued at US$28 million...
Aeromet International, a leading supplier of aluminium and magnesium castings and fully-finished, assembly ready cast parts for the aerospace and defence industries, has secured funding from the National Aerospace Technology Exploitation Programme (NATEP) to further develop the innovative A20X advanced aluminium powder for additive manufacturing (AM). Mike Bond, Director of Advanced Material Technology at Aeromet, said: “We are very pleased to have been awarded NATEP funding for this exciting project. By working with our partners, we hope to further develop our powder technology and create a new option for high strength additive manufactured parts. NATEP is a great way for innovative companies to come together to develop cutting edge technologies”. Aeromet International provides major...
The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) presented awards to two individuals recognizing their outstanding contributions to the Council during the 2018 AEC Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference held in March in Coronado, CA. Each year, AEC recognizes one or more individuals for their excellent service and achievements as an AEC volunteer. The Distinguished Service Award, the Council’s highest honour presented only to an AEC leader who has shown exceptional dedication and service, was awarded to Lynn Brown, Managing Principal for the mid-Atlantic office of Consulting Collaborative, a consultancy specializing in market planning and strategy implementation. Prior to his consultancy work, he was responsible for Strategy, Marketing and Sales at Hydro’s extrusion operations in the U.S. and Mexico,...
According to the update from Shanghai Metal Market, a large number of aluminium die-casting plants across some of the provinces in China, including Sichuan, Jiangsu and Zhejiang witnessed a lower export order in the first quarter of the FY2018-19. The reason for the plunge in export orders is primarily attributed to the appreciation of yuan’s value against the dollar. The yuan value in March was at 6.29, while in January it was hovering at 6.49. This month-on-month value appreciation resulted in affecting demands for Chinese products in foreign markets. The more the yuan value increased, the more the Chinese products lost advantages in foreign markets and aluminium plants’ profit margins from exports wore away. The maximum impact of the yuan value rising was seen in the aluminium...
Mr. David Hazelett, President of Hazelett Corporation, has announced the appointment of Mr. Anthony Tropeano to its Advisory Board of Directors effective immediately. Mr. Tropeano, after a 38-year executive career in the Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Industry, has recently retired and established his own company, TT Consulting Inc., a management consulting company providing management consulting services for metals, mining and contracting. “Tony’s tremendous knowledge and experience in the metals industry will be very helpful to us, particularly during this time of substantial growth in aluminum flat rolled products led by automotive,” Mr. Hazelett said. Hazelett Corporation pioneered twin-belt casting and is committed to increasing the productivity and energy efficiency of the world's metals...
At the recently held National Seminar in Mumbai, organised by Aluminium Association of India and sponsored by Hindalco, Nalco, Vedanta and TKIS on developments of special alloys and composites of aluminium, Dr. Tapan Kumar Chand, CMD of Nalco and President of Aluminium Association of India, projected an optimistic apprehension on high-strength aluminium alloy. He said that the demand for the high-strength aluminium alloy will increase by five-fold in the next ten years. According to Orissa Report Diary, many other aluminium stalwarts including the Consul General of Italy, Senior Government Officials, CEOs and Senior Executives of different organisations had also put an emphasis on a whole new world of opportunities lying ahead for the ‘wonder metal’. While expressing concerns over only...
With a growing collection of single-serve packaging systems in the market, aluminium slugs are expected to secure a positive opportunity in the packaging industry. Healthcare, paint, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals and many other industries are looking at an increasing use of aluminium slugs for having eco-friendly and recyclable properties. Moreover, they are widely available and easy to be reshaped for the convenience of the customers. Market dynamics: The aluminium slugs market is expected to witness an optimistic growth over the forecast period due to the rising demand for smaller and convenient slugs for extrusion. According to the anticipation, personal care and beauty products will bring aluminium slugs more into use for having an extended shelf life and a safe approach to...
Norsk Hydro completes s acquisition of Arconic’s two extrusion plants in Brazil on April 2, 2018, strengthening Hydro’s downstream position in Brazil and creating a solid platform for further growth. The two extrusion plants at Utinga and Tubarão in southern Brazil that belonged to Arconic have one casthouse, seven extrusion presses ranging from 7 to 14 inches, and value-added capabilities. He plants have more than 600 employees. After completing the acquisition of Sapa, Hydro has lined up the growth solutions of its Extruded Solutions business and the transaction is in line with that and will strengthen Hydro’s downstream position in Brazil. “We believe in the importance of being close to our customers to offer high-quality customized extrusions and local support. With the acquisition of...
Turkey's Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci recently said U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of a 25 per cent tariff on imported steel and a 10 per cent tariff on aluminium is not acceptable to Turkey. Turkey mostly exports aluminium rolled products globally. Assan Alüminyum is Tukey’s leading manufacturer in the flat rolled aluminium sector, producing flat rolled products (coil, sheet and foil) since its establishment in 1988. Assan Alüminyum accounts for more than half of the flat rolled aluminium production in Turkey and exports to more than 70 countries around the world. Here, we are trying to analyse the export trends of aluminium plates, sheets, and strips in Turkey to understand if there is any major upturn or downturn in the export market. We would also try to list out the...
Turkey’s Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci announced on Thursday April 5, 2018 that Ankara, the capital state of Turkey has got in touch with the United States, seeking exemption from the tariffs on imported aluminium and steel. "Our contacts [with the U.S.] continue through writing, telephone and our embassy in the U.S. and by all other means," Zeybekci told reporters after a meeting with Sudan's Agriculture and Forests Minister Abdullatif Ahmed Mohamed Ijaimi in the capital Ankara. The minister said 25 per cent tariffs on imported steel and 10 per cent on imported aluminium, as levied by the US in March, were totally unacceptable for Turkey. "The U.S. claims that 'While I fulfil all kinds of obligations related to the security of the world, the other countries do not spend on defense...
Capral Aluminium, the largest aluminium extruder in Melbourne, Australia, with a national footprint of five extrusion plants operating eight press lines, five powder coating lines, one anodising line and 7.2 hectare plot of land boasting three sprawling warehouses, earns a remarkable recognition in transport industry for providing strong, flexible and lightweight building materials to trailer manufacturers, reported by Trailer Mag. While the company takes pride in the field of various innovative technologies used in the automotive market, the new aluminium processing equipment that can extrude up to 400mm CCD and offers DNV certification adds a feather to its hat. Mark Murray, National Market Manager Industrial Products at Capral said that the company intends to further assist the marine...
Japan’s aluminium industry is import based and it has stopped producing primary metal altogether shifting its focus towards value added applications and in secondary recovery. The country is Asia's top importer of aluminium and the premiums for primary metal shipments it agrees to pay each quarter over the London Metal Exchange cash price set the benchmark for the Asia region. The two major aluminium product manufacturers in Japan are Kobe Steel and Aluminium and UACJ Corporation who make aluminium plates, pre coated sheets and various rolling products for value added applications. Most of end-users keep annual purchase volume of aluminium unchanged to secure stable supply to their production plants. The country buys a large volume of aluminium alloys to feed their semi-finished plants....
After Beijing and Shanghai, who have already engraved their names as the two most invincible provinces in China in terms of economic prosperity, Chengdu had set a target to establish itself as a primary financial centre in West China, formulating firm investment and development plans. While working towards the goal, one of its aluminium die-casting companies anticipates to see a lower operating rate in April. As updated by Shanghai Metal Market, the company expects its operating rate to be as low as 60 per cent, lower than the level seen during the contemporary period of the prior year. This might be a repercussion of a series of events like environment protection measures during winter heating season from November 2017 to March 2018, recent reservation on aluminium scrap imports from the...
This year’s Aluminium China exhibition and conference in July will provide a platform for China’s rapidly changing and expanding aluminium industry and showcase new state-of-the-art processes and products. Since the launch of the ‘Made in China 2025’ strategy more than two years ago, China has made great strides towards becoming the world’s leading manufacturing hub. And it is against this backdrop that the Chinese aluminium industry is shifting its focus from speed to high- quality growth and gearing up for technological advances, driven by demand from global industries such as aerospace, automotive, building and construction, transportation and consumer durables. The success of this strategy is demonstrated by Chinese company Nanshan Aluminum that has started manufacturing high-end...
