Novelis has supplied approximately 100,000 m² of aluminium façade materials for six construction projects across the UK, highlighting the metal's growing role in architectural design, infrastructure modernisation and urban regeneration. The materials have been used across developments in Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham and London, covering applications ranging from transport infrastructure and residential refurbishment to commercial and mixed-use buildings. The projects demonstrate the versatility of aluminium in modern building envelopes, with Novelis supplying architectural materials designed to combine durability, aesthetic flexibility and performance. Aluminium supports diverse architectural applications Commenting on the projects, Michael Hahne, Vice President Commercial of Novelis...
Bahrain’s aluminium wire exports continued to gain momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with shipments rising significantly compared with the corresponding periods of 2025 and 2024. The country exported 80,895 tonnes of aluminium wire in Q2 2026, taking its total shipments during the first half of the year to 143,518 tonnes. The export data covers aluminium wire under HS code 7605, excluding stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and similar products, electrically insulated wires and strings for musical instruments. Export volume registers strong Y-o-Y growth Comparing the quarterly figures, Bahrain’s aluminium wire export volume increased by 23.76 per cent Y-o-Y in Q2 2026, against 65,366 tonnes shipped during Q2 2025. The latest quarterly volume also marked a considerable rise from Q2...
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ALUEXPO 2013 “3rd Aluminium Technology, Machinery and Products Trade Fair” will be organized in Istanbul Expo Center on October 3-6, 2013. Supported by TALSAD-Turkish Aluminium Industrialists Association, which is the preeminent association of the Turkish Aluminium industry, ALUEXPO 2013 brings together the leading specialists of the industry, as well as 150 international companies from 31 countries that want to take advantage of the potential opportunities of Turkey for new investments and 159 local companies which want to cooperate with different countries. More than 10.000 visitors are expected to visit Aluexpo Fair where the exhibits will be available on 8700 m² net stand area over 20.000 m² exhibition venue. Aluexpo is supported by 48 institutions including associations, universities...
The argument between plastic or aluminum for smartphone designs is ongoing, and we all know Samsung’s been criticized for it in the past, but that could soon be changing. A company by the name Catcher Technology is reportedly looking to secure a large deal with Samsung electronics to manufacture and build millions of new metal smartphone casings, which many believe are for the new Galaxy S5. Catcher Technology manufacturers the aluminum frame for the MacBook Air, iPad Mini, and HTC One just to name a few, and some new reports are stating they have reached the final stages for a massive deal and order for Samsung. Could this be the workings of their upcoming Galaxy S5? It wouldn’t be the first time we’ve heard talks about an aluminum smartphone in the works. Interestingly enough, back in...
Jaguar Land Rover has announced that it has invested GBP1.5 billion ($2.3 billion) to introduce an all-new technically-advanced aluminium vehicle architecture in forthcoming models. To support this strengthening of the Jaguar product portfolio, 1,700 new jobs will be created in the UK at the company’s UK Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Solihull. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Dr Ralf Speth, Jaguar Land Rover chief executive officer announced Jaguar Land Rover’s strategy for delivering an enhanced range of models for both the Jaguar and Land Rover brands in new segments and markets. “This announcement signals Jaguar Land Rover’s ambitions to push the boundaries and redefine premium car ownership,” Dr Speth said. “At Jaguar Land Rover, we place the customer at the heart of everything we do...
Following several years of solid growth the international aluminium aerosol can industry achieved another production record of 6.93 billion cans in 2012, and prospects for 2013 are also satisfactory. What are the reasons for this striking success and what makes the aluminium aerosol can so unique compared to other competing packaging formats? First of all aluminium aerosols are extremely attractive from the marketing point of view. The flexible impact extrusion technology allows the production of full-body-shaped and embossed containers with all kinds of shoulder types. Underpinned by innovative, photo-realistic printing designs the shaping options lead to an utmost shelf impact which ensures brand recognition paving the way for a sustainable brand loyalty. Another asset is the excellent...
Alcoa was awarded Metal Bulletin's top innovation prize for the company's breakthrough technology enabling the production of more aluminum-intensive vehicles. Alcoa's invention, an aluminum bonding technology, won "Best Product Innovation" of 2013 at the publication's Global Awards for Aluminium Excellence in Geneva. "Alcoa is honored to receive this prestigious award for our game-changing technology that opens the door for more aluminum-based vehicles," said Klaus Kleinfeld, Alcoa Chairman and CEO. "Alcoa's experts continue to expand the bounds of aluminum applications. Through our latest breakthrough technology, Alcoa is capturing growth in the auto industry as more manufacturers shift to making fuel-efficient vehicles that consumers want." Alcoa's technology, called Alcoa 951, is an...
The promoter group companies of the Aditya Birla Group have hiked their stake by nearly 5% in Hindalco Industries Ltd, the metals flagship company of the group and world’s largest aluminium rolling company. The promoter group companies, controlled by group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla, converted warrants into equity shares, taking their stake to 37% from the current 32.06%, entailing a total investment of Rs.2,165 crore. According to market analysts, the capital infusion will help the company to reduce its debt. Hindalco Industries has a consolidated debt of Rs.56,906.08 crore as on 31 March, according to Mint research. In a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange, the company said it allotted 150 million warrants on a preferential basis on 22 March 2012 to promoter group companies at...
Crysteel’s aluminum E-Tipper dump body offers contractors durability and lightweight efficiency, weighing up to 50 percent less than traditional carbon steel dump bodies. This results in fuel cost savings, as well as less wear on tires and brakes. Lightweight aluminum also offers increased payload capacity, corrosion resistance and lower maintenance costs, according to the manufacturer. The aluminum E-Tipper from Crysteel is designed to help contractors improve productivity with features that include lightweight fold-down sides for easy access and a wide range of performance and appearance enhancing accessories such as tarps, toolboxes, poly fenders and more. Crysteel offers a comprehensive, five-year warranty on all dump bodies and hoists.
Opting for aluminum over steel in new automobile construction to improve fuel economy is also the best way to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, according to a new study by the United States Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). “As the U.S. works to reduce dependence on foreign oil, promote clean energy and combat climate change, this report definitively documents why aluminum offers the most promise for cutting total automotive-related carbon emissions and energy use,” said ORNL’s Sujit Das, expert on product lifecycle assessments. The ORNL study modeled a typical 2012 crossover SUV reflective of the average on-the-road vehicle in the U.S. in terms of weight, performance, fuel economy and materials mix of steel, high-strength steel and aluminum....
Aluminium extruders looking to benefit from expected growth in the US automotive sector will have to grapple with stepped-up standards, possible capacity constraints and new and often-demanding clients, industry executives said. Challenges range from receiving International Organisation for Standardisation/Technical Specification certification to handling negotiations with sometimes unrealistic design engineers, they said. “We’ve got challenges, but they aren’t only external. We’ve got a lot of internal challenges to work through,” Joseph Golec, vp of sales at Pennex Aluminum, said on Wednesday September 18 at the Aluminum Extruders Council Management Conference in Chicago, USA. “Capabilities and capacity will be the biggest challenge because if these poundage numbers are correct, they’re...
Industries rose 0.22% to INR 114.50 at 13:59 IST on BSE after the company said that the promoter group companies have converted 15 crore warrants into equity shares at INR 144.35 per share. The announcement was made after market hours on Friday, 20 September 2013. Meanwhile, the S&P BSE Sensex was down 422.32 points or 2.08% at 19,841.39. On BSE, 2.8 lakh shares were traded in the counter as against average daily volume of 11.01 lakh shares over the past one quarter. The stock was volatile. The stock rose as much as 1.35% at the day's high of INR 115.80 so far during the day. The stock lost as much as 0.74% at the day's low of INR 113.40 so far during the day. The stock had hit a 52-week low of INR 83.05 on 7 August 2013. The stock had hit a 52-week high of INR 137 on 2 January 2013. The...
The C-X17 has been created as a design study to introduce Jaguar’s all-new advanced aluminium monocoque chassis architecture, codenamed iQ[Al], in which an exciting range of future Jaguars will be built. This new philosophy underpins the entire innovative future of the Jaguar brand. A modular and scalable vehicle architecture, engineered and developed for Jaguar, the architecture is high-strength, lightweight, extremely stiff and incorporates innovative efficiency technologies. It enables flexible high-volume production while allowing creative design freedom and competitive interior packaging without compromising the unique character, dynamics, performance and luxury that Jaguar is famous for. This will enable Jaguar to grow its product portfolio, targeting high-growth areas of the...
The new Sapa joint venture is showing its aluminium tubing solutions this week at Febrava, the exhibition that its organizers call the most complete HVAC&R event in Latin America. This year's exhibition - the 18th edition - opened on Tuesday and finishes Friday, September 20. It is being held at the Imigrantes Exhibition Center in São Paulo. Sapa's aluminium tubing organization is showing some of its products and solutions at Febrava, for players in the refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation, heating and air treatment segment. Across the world, Sapa Precision Tubing delivers aluminium tubing solutions in heat transfer applications to customers in the automotive, HVAC and solar market segments.
Following the great success of the “YOUR TUBE AWARD“ in 2012, the European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) will again be celebrating excellent concepts in the area of product and graphics design for the aluminium tube. From September until February 2014, the etma will be looking for people with creative ideas to highlight the aluminium tube as a unique combination of material, design, and functionality in new and innovative ways. Partici-pation is free of charge, and applications should be sent to the specially installed www.your-tube-award.aluminium-tubes.org award site. After a jury of experts has picked the five best projects from all the entries, these will be staged and presented at the Interpack 2014 in Düsseldorf, the world’s largest trade fair for packaging systems. This is...
Novelis, the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, was named Aluminium Fabricator of the Year, one of the top prizes at the Metal Bulletin Global Awards for Aluminium Excellence held today at a ceremony in Geneva. The company's Yeongju, South Korea, Recycling Center was also honored as the Best Brownfield Technology Project winner. "We are extremely honored to be named Aluminium Fabricator of the Year and to be recognized for our recycling technology by Metal Bulletin," said Phil Martens, President and Chief Executive Officer for Novelis. "These awards are further evidence of our industry leadership, the strength of our people and our deep commitment to innovation and sustainability." Novelis was selected as Aluminium Fabricator of the Year for its impressive transformation over...
TONSON Air Motors announces the availability of a new line of worm gearboxes in both cast iron and aluminium casing options. Introduced to their extensive range of industrial gearboxes, the new worm gearboxes now make TONSON Australia (SAMT) a complete one stop shop for all industrial gearboxes. TONSON Australia (SAMT) will now stock worm and combined worm industrial gearboxes, further expanding their extensive range of industrial gearboxes. Options include second input, output flange, single or double extension output shaft, torque limiter with through cable and torque arm. TONSON Australia (SAMT) offers a complete range of industrial gearboxes including helical inline, worm right angle, shaft mount, bevel helical, planetary, and stainless steel for use in all major industries....
Santini U.S., the American subsidiary of the Italian clothing maker, will begin importing Ambrosio wheels and rims from Italy, effective immediately. Ambrosio has been manufacturing aluminum rims in Solaro, Milan for over 80 years. The company is most famous for its Nemesis tubular rim, used by many pro road racers for the cobbled classics. The Nemesis is available as part of the brand's Riene du Norde wheelset. The company is a third-generation family business that makes 50 different SKUs of aluminum rims and aluminum and carbon wheels. Santini U.S. will stock some Ambrosio wheel and rim models at its Arizona distribution center, and will give U.S. dealers access to the entire Ambrosio catalog via special order. Santini also will coordinate Ambrosio’s OEM program for U.S.-based bicycle...
China's Xinfa Aluminium Holdings Ltd. reported a 154% year-on-year jump in first half profit on increased sales of aluminium profiles for construction use. The leading aluminium profile manufacturer’s net profit was 47 million yuan ($50.8 million) or 0.11 yuan per sharein the first six months, Xinfa told Hong Kong Stock Exchange today. The company’s production capacity of aluminium profiles will reach 230,000 tpy following completion of three new plants in Sichuan’s Chengdu, Jiangxi’s Yichun and Henan’s Qinyang, it said in its interim report. It aims to extend market coverage from south-east China to southwest China as well with the expansion, it added. Xinfa is the largest provider of electricity-conductive aluminium profiles for metro vehicles in China.
Rockwell Automation is committed to providing specialised TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Program training to machinery engineers throughout Australia in the coming months. The TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Program is the only global vocational training program in this area where knowledge and competencies are approved by a third neutral party and where certificates are issued. Wayne Pearse, Consulting Services Team Leader and Safety Consultant at Rockwell Automation, is a TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Expert and has been providing training across Australia since February. Pearse is one of only 100 internationally approved Functional Safety Experts, having more than 10 years of expertise and long-term experience in the area of Functional Safety. “Through my certification as a...
