Alumil India, the fully-owned Indian subsidiary of Alumil Group, has successfully delivered advanced fenestration solutions for NICMAR University in Pune, transforming a precast campus vision into a functional, durable and future facing learning environment. The project required approximately three hundred windows within a tight timeline which was successfully delivered by Alumil India. The project deployed Alumil’s top-hung window systems combined with sleek mullions and glazing. “NICMAR University presented an opportunity to demonstrate how fenestration can become an integral part of both a building’s architecture and its performance. The project required us to respond to large openings, intensive daily usage, acoustic and weather considerations, safety, and the specific challenges of...
Anshika Jain resigned as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of Golkonda Aluminium Extrusions Ltd. on October 24, 2026, citing personal reasons. The company informed the Bombay Stock Exchange about her resignation under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. To know the global production, demand and consumption forecasts of aluminium extrusions, explore our report " The World of Aluminium Extrusions to 2035 " In her letter, Jain said there were no other reasons for her resignation beyond the personal reasons mentioned. She also asked the Board to accept her resignation and complete the required formalities under the Companies Act, 2013. Managing Director Geeta Sethi signed the disclosure on behalf of the company’s Board. The...
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Porsche has introduced a larger machining facility at its newly acquired plant in Schwarzenberg, Germany, to accomplish better finishing in its aluminium car body manufacturing. The company, upon realising that a premium finish in the silvery-white light material cannot be achieved with traditional steel parts production machinery, has collaborated with Starrag for the purchase. "For some years, we have been experiencing a shift towards lightweight construction and, as the Porsche competence centre for forming technology in the moulding skin area, we were commissioned to develop the tools required for the conversion to an aluminium body," Marco Franz, head of mechanical production, explains. "During forming, aluminium sheets respond much more sensitively than steel," Porshe officials...
The United States Department of Commerce (DOC) has declared final determinations on antidumping investigations into aluminium extrusions and products imported from Vietnam. The news came on Thursday, October 17, after the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam officially reported. The investigation began on October 24, 2023, and the preliminary determinations imposing anti-subsidy tax rates between 2.85 per cent and 41.84 per cent were announced on May 7, 2024. Three days ago, the Department of Commerce named thirteen other countries involved in dumping aluminium extrusions in the US market, including China, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. As per the report, the...
Can Art Aluminum Extrusion, an Electronic Vehicle (EV) aluminium part manufacturer from Lakeshore, has received USD 5 million to enhance its aluminium parts manufacturing capacity and produce new components for the EV market. The federal government awarded the Canadian company as part of a larger initiative. The government has invested USD 12 million in six manufacturers: BSB Manufacturing Ltd., Clover Tool Manufacturing Ltd., CMP Automation Inc., Electrovaya Inc., and Marwood International Inc., in addition to Can Art Extrusion. “Southern Ontario has a rapidly growing EV sector and is home to many leading manufacturers across the EV supply chain that are using their expertise and talent to drive our EV sector forward,” said Filomena Tassi, the minister responsible for the federal...
Hind Aluminium Industries, a manufacturer of aluminium & alloy conductors and aluminium wire rods, reached a 52-week high on October 18, 2024. The stock opened with a 2.19 per cent gain and touched an intraday high of INR 85.4, outperforming the sector by 2.44 per cent. The company’s shares have been consistently growing over the past six days, rising 20.67 per cent. However, on October 18, the stock price was highly volatile, with an intraday volatility of 5.46 per cent. Currently trading higher than 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, 200-day moving averages, Hind Aluminium Industries is reflecting a positive move in the market. Investors and experts are closely watching the movement of Hind Aluminium as it continues to perform well, registering a 52-week high. Last year, the company...
Wisconsin Aluminium Foundry (WAF) opened its doors in 1909. Back then, it had only three accounts, Wisconsin Motors, Harley Davidson and Evinrude Outboard. In 2024, the still family-owned business celebrated its 115 anniversary where they are now a conglomerate of multiple divisions, including WAF, Wabash Castings (Wabash, Indiana), Dee Manufacturing (Crookston, Minnesota), Manitowoc Pattern & Machining (Manitowoc), All American 1930 (Manitowoc) and ATEK Metal Technologies (New Hampton, Iowa). "Here we are 115 years later, and Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry remains family-owned and focused on growth through serving clients, employees and the community," Rich Schwartz, WAF Board of Directors chairperson, said. The company's major operations are designing and manufacturing customised aluminium...
The conversion of a plastic production facility to an aluminium extrusion plant in the Dali industrial area is in the final stage, awaiting environmental approval. The Environment Impact Assessment Committee has completed the project review and is expected to deliver approval very soon. To ensure less environmental impact, the plant is likely to be directed to connect to the sewage system or transport waste using tankers. Officials said on Wednesday at a parliamentary Environment Committee meeting that if all the required criteria are met, the transformation project will be issued with planning and building permits following the environmental approval. The proposed plant in the Dali industrial area for aluminium extrusion, electrostatic painting, and anodising has already fuelled debate...
Saudi Arabia - Aluminium Products Company (ALUPCO) has announced its agreement with United Arab Aluminum Company (UAAC) to supply aluminium for the Jeddah Tower project, an estimated 1000 mt tower with a probability of gaining the title of the world's tallest building. According to ALUPCO officials, this project represents a major advancement in modern architecture. It will serve as a notable landmark for both the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the city of Jeddah. Headquartered in Dammam and with an additional plant in Jeddah, ALUPCO has a total capacity surpassing 85,000 tonnes annually. The tower is being developed as part of the first phase of the 5.3-million-square-metre Jeddah Economic Company City. At the time, construction of 63 of the 157 floors has been completed. Previously, ALUPCO...
Bridgnorth Aluminium, a leading manufacturer of flat-rolled aluminium coils, has invested a whopping 2 million Pounds(£) in technical advancement at its 66-acre Midlands site. The investment is part of a long-term growth plan targeting new markets. Bridgnorth is yet another entity affected by the UK's energy price hike in 2023. The company also lost a major customer when it decided to shift its production from Europe to China. However, the company had a successful comeback, with a 33 per cent sales increase in the ongoing fiscal year. Bridgnorth flat-rolled aluminium coils are used in pharma and household foils for packaging, lithographic printing plates, and battery foil stocks for electrification. Gerhard Trilling, General Manager of Bridgnorth Aluminium, said the 2024 order book was...
Viva, in collaboration with Aloxide, has introduced a new range of anodised aluminium panels titled 'Pure Aura'. Asia's leading brand in Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) has entered the world of anodised aluminium technology, delivering enhanced durability and corrosion resistance products. Anodised Aluminium Panels(AAP) are produced from aluminium sheets through an electrochemical process called anodisation. This process converts the aluminium surface into an aesthetically pleasing finish. Anodised aluminium panels offer superior durability, weather resistance, colour stability, and fire resistance compared to aluminium composite panels. While ACP is a cost-effective option for interior or short-term applications, AAP is ideal for high-traffic areas, harsh environments, or applications...
A Charles Paillard-led research project from the University of Arkansas has been awarded $975,000 from the US Department of Energy to develop a cost-effective computational system. Two additional physics professors from the University, Laurent Bellaiche and Gregory Salamo, are the co-principal investigators on the project. The grant comes from the Department of Energy's Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). Paillard, research professor of physics and director of the Smart Ferroic Materials Center at the University, is delving deep into aluminium scandium nitride at an atomic level to fasten computers, which will consecutively prove energy efficient immensely. In the US, data centres account for 2 per cent of energy consumption and are predicted to rise as the...
Ratan Tata, a global icon known for his ethical business strategic initiatives, investments, and a focus on sustainability and innovation, marks contributions to India's aluminium industry. Born on December 28, 1937, he played a crucial role in transforming the Tata Group into a global powerhouse in his tenure from 1991 to 2012. As he passed away on October 9, 2024 (at the age of 86), we reminisce on his copious contributions to the aluminium industry: Tata Aluminium : Between the 1990s and early 2000s, Ratan Tata realised the potential of the aluminium sector as a principal component of India's industrial growth. He formed Tata Aluminium as part of the Tata Group's diversification strategy. Later, the collaborative venture with Alcan (now part of Rio Tinto) was significant, which...
The United States Department of Commerce has reportedly issued final determinations against fourteen countries involved in dumping aluminium extrusions and selling them at less than legitimate value in the US market. China, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, and the United Arab Emirates are found guilty. The department reports that these countries are thumped by antidumping tariffs at rates ranging from 2.02 per cent to 376.85 per cent and countervailing duties ranging from 1.44 per cent to 168.81 per cent. The investigation was initiated in October 2023 by the U.S. Aluminium Extruders Coalition (USAEC), comprising fourteen American extruders and the United Steelworkers Union (USW), based on the alleged dumping of...
Raytheon has acquired a pivotal three-year, two-phase contract with DARPA where they are to devise foundational Ultra-Wide Bandgap Semiconductors(UWBGS). The basic of the UWBGS, diamond and aluminium nitride technology, has revolutionised semiconductor electronics, enhancing power delivery and thermal management in sensors and other electronic applications. "This is a significant step forward that will once again revolutionise semiconductor technology," sported Colin Whelan, president of Advanced Technology at Raytheon. "Raytheon has extensive proven experience developing similar materials such as Gallium Arsenide and Gallium Nitride for Department of Defense systems. By combining that pioneering history and our expertise in advanced microelectronics, we'll work to mature these materials...
The PYRAMIDS ALU project has signed an agreement for its first phase of construction, where premium aluminium frames and solar mounting systems will be produced. The signing ceremony occurred on October 8 between Walid Youssef, Managing Director of the Main Development Company (MDC), and Tarek Shehata, General Manager of PYRAMIDS ALU, in the presence of Walid Gamal El-Din, Chairman of Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone). The project will come up in three phases, with the first phase commissioning over a 5,000-square-metre factory in the Sokhna Industrial Zone, equipped with four Plug & Play units in the next two months. The project aims to achieve a monthly production capacity of 1,750 tonnes, powered by two fully automated fabrication lines and one production line, with an...
At the Battery Show in Detroit, Michigan, in the United States, Sino Applied Technology (SiAT) and C.S. Aluminium Corporation (CSAC), the two Taiwan companies, have jointly unveiled the test results of a carbon-coated aluminium foil collector designed to enhance battery performance and durability. The product has gained significant attention from battery and electric vehicle manufacturers due to its exceptional conductivity and ability to reduce interfacial contact resistance. This is particularly important in lithium battery production, where preventing corrosion of the aluminum foil collector is a real challenge. The carbon-coated aluminium foil collector, a resultant of Sino Applied Technology and C.S. Aluminium Corporation’s joint experiment, serves as a conductive connector between...
European Space Agency (ESA) engineers have closely examined a groundbreaking aluminium weld produced in space. This marks a historic milestone as the first autonomous welding conducted in orbit and the first of its kind involving ESA. The weld, a mere one centimetre in size, was created using electron beam welding technology as part of an experiment led by ThinkOrbital, a US-based startup. The experiment occurred aboard a spacecraft launched in May via a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Now, ESA's Materials and Electrical Components Laboratory in the Netherlands is rigorously scrutinising the weld. The team is analysing the structure and quality of the space-made weld using advanced testing tools such as microscopes and X-ray tomography. The results will be compared with identical samples produced...
In a strategic move to broaden its influence within the architectural and construction sectors, profine Group has announced the acquisition of EFP International B.V. (EFP), a Netherlands-based company with a global presence. EFP specialises in the design, development, and production of aluminium profile systems, marketed under the brand ‘EFP European Facade Products,’ catering primarily to the architectural facade industry. The owner and CEO of profine Group, Dr Peter A. Mrosik, stated, “This acquisition will unite two forces with the common goal of transforming the facade industry by offering innovative solutions to our valued customers while pursuing a sustainable approach to preserving our environment, which is our primary concern.” According to industry sources, EFP’s product range...
Rio Tinto has reportedly signed a contract with Arcadium Lithium plc, agreeing to acquire the latter for US$5.85 per share in an all-cash transaction. This acquisition will bring Arcadium’s world-class lithium business into Rio Tinto’s portfolio, expanding it from aluminium, copper, and iron ore to lithium. This acquisition, expected to close in mid-2025, will signify a groundbreaking collaboration between the aluminum and lithium industries. Lithium is an essential component used alongside aluminium for manufacturing aluminium-lithium (Al-Li) alloys used in aerospace technology and aeronautic applications because of its low density. Adding 1 per cent lithium by mass to aluminium reduces alloy’s density by 3 per cent and increases elastic modulus by 6 per cent. Lithium-aluminium is also...
