Hydro has begun construction of a new 5,900 metric ton indirect aluminum extrusion press line at its Cressona facility in Pennsylvania, backed by a $53.5 million investment aimed at modernizing production, expanding specialist extrusion capacity, and strengthening the company’s North American manufacturing operations. The groundbreaking took place on October 27, with operations expected to commence in the first quarter of 2028. The new press will replace equipment dating from the 1950s and introduce Industry 4.0 technology, advanced automation, improved energy efficiency, and enhanced safety performance. New press targets growing demand for specialist extrusions The investment comes as demand for indirect aluminum extrusions continues to grow across commercial transportation, automotive,...
A Swiss-Polish research team has achieved up to 97.9 per cent relative density in extrusion-printed AA6061 aluminium by removing the solvent-debinding stage and extending the sintering process. The approach offers a potential alternative to conventional processing routes for sinter-based aluminium additive manufacturing, where oxidation has remained a major obstacle. The study, led by the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa), was published in Progress in Additive Manufacturing on October 15, 2026. An earlier version appeared as a preprint in May, making the journal publication the latest stage in the research’s release. The researchers combined a single-step wick-debinding process with a longer sintering hold to improve the density of printed aluminium...
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A well-acknowledged player in the automotive industry, Shubhson Automotive, situated in Pune, has declared acquiring Yogtech Industries (Fe), a DPIIT-recognized energy start-up. Fe is an expert in creating bespoke aluminium-based electric two-wheeler components and boasts of designing state-of-the-art battery technology. The strategic equity plus cash collaboration is worth US$1 million, and it strongly promotes Shubhson Automotive as a leading figure in the electric mobility industry. The company's EV Charging Aggregator Platform, also known as 'Swiftcharge', is opening new boundaries in the electric vehicle sector. Shubhson has partnered with dealers and other associates to propagate the installation of its indigenously made chargers along the highways so that a wide EV charging network...
NITREX, a global player in the surface treatment industry, has achieved yet another milestone by successfully commissioning two cutting-edge nitriding systems for Alumil S.A., Greece's largest extrusion company and a major architectural systems producer. This collaboration reinforces NITREX's position as an industry leader, with over 35 years of experience, a widespread global presence, and a portfolio of ground-breaking solutions. The nitriding system installation in Serbia was completed in October 2022, followed by the successful installation in Greece in November 2022. These two pit-type nitriding systems, strategically placed at separate locations, not only signify a stronger global presence for NITREX but also validate the industry's confidence in NITREX's expertise to optimize die...
The downstream aluminium sector witnessed an active week started from August 14, 2023, with 17 new Chinese battery foil projects commissioning production, Sansera Engineering Ltd, a precision-forged and machined aluminium components manufacturer, planning to invest INR 300 crore for capacity expansion, and Beijing Easpring, a Chinese manufacturer of battery cathodes, constructing a production plant for for ternary cathode active material. In addition, Capral Limited, Goyal Aluminiums Ltd, and Hind Aluminium announced their financial results this week. As per the report covered by AL Circle on August 16, China is going to have 17 new aluminium battery foil projects. Some are under construction, while some have started production. The 17 projects will have a total production capacity of...
Material testing is critical in large industries, as producers must be able to rely on the qualities of the raw materials they use. The Universal Tensile Testing Machine is one of the best examples of this. The test fixture is made of 3D-printed components and is constructed on top of an aluminium extrusion. For the construction of the frame of the machine, 550mm 2060 European Standard Aluminum Extrusion has been used. The machine was displayed by a student named Xieshi Zhang at the Hackaday.io, one of the world’s largest collaborative hardware development communities. Tensile testing machines are special versions of universal testing machines used to test the tensile strength of materials. It applies a tensile force to a specimen (stretches it) until it breaks, then quantifies the forces...
The heat treatment process plays a crucial role in the entire value chain of aluminium. From raw materials melting by electrolysis, semi-finished product manufacturing such as traditional sheets, plates and wire rods, to finished product making such as thin aluminium foil or engine blocks, intermediate heat treatment is inevitable. The importance of the heat treatment process in aluminium manufacturing is because it poses strength, hardness, ductility, toughness, wear resistance, elasticity, and magnetism, improving the metal's properties and making the output high-quality and functional. Heat treatment is a way of using controlled heating and cooling procedures, which otherwise is a critical and cumbersome task. Most of the unavoidable and annoying consequences that occur within...
Capral Limited, manufacturer and distributor of fabricated and semi-fabricated aluminium and associated products in Australia, has reported strong result for H1 2023 that has outperformed expectations. As per the report, the company’s net cash stood at $41.2 million at the end of the year’s first half and net profit after cash at $16.6 million. However, this is to be noted that Capral’s net profit for H1 recorded a plunge of 25.2 per cent year-on-year from $22.2 million, attributed to the sluggish LME aluminium benchmark price. Lower sales volume was also another reason for the drop in Capral’s H1 net profit. Sales volume stood at 35,600 tonnes at the end of June, down by 2 per cent from the same period last year. Meanwhile, Capral’s underlying EBITDA showed a slight rise from $31.6...
Sansera Engineering Ltd is a precision-forged and machined aluminium components manufacturer that caters to both auto and non-auto segments. The company is planning to invest INR 300 crore in FY24 for capacity expansion and line balancing to cater to the growing order book. The facility is designed to house all the aluminium forged and machine product categories of components, aligning with the company's long-term sales contribution target of 20% for xEV and tech-agnostic products. Vikas Goel, CFO of the company, informed investors during the Q1 FY24 earnings call that the majority of the capex would be in the non-auto and Auto-ICE categories. It aims to deliver upon the growing order book and spend part of the capex on the machining facility, which is under construction. The Chairman &...
China's aluminium plate/sheet and strip exports in June 2023 recorded a month-on-month drop of 3 per cent and a year-on-year plunge of 34 per cent to reach 224,500 tonnes, found the China Customs data. The total exports during the year's first half came in at 1.3932 million tonnes, registering an annual downfall of 28 per cent from a year ago. Aluminium plate/sheet and strip exports have been declining since 2022, especially the products with tariff code 76061220 falling the most. In 2023, the global economic slowdown and aluminium production resumption in respective countries put Chinese exports before a stiff challenge, especially cans stock exports falling over 50 per cent for two consecutive months. In June 2023, Henan, Shandong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai were the leading...
When it comes to automobiles, aluminium has a league of its own. Arcelor Mittal, a global steel company, has received a Fuso Canter 7C18 to deliver steel plates across North England from its Birkenhead location. The Fuso Canter, with its aluminium foundation platform, is an excellent match for the services required by the Luxembourg-based multinational corporation. Having an aluminium base, the light-duty commercial vehicle weighing only 7.5 tonnes, the Canter will be put to use for transferring goods between high-end manufacturers to customers, including the renowned Cammell Laird shipyard, which is a little over a mile away. As stated by Elliott Taylor, transport production coordinator: “These consignments include profiles cut from plate to exacting measurements, and the deliveries are...
Aluminium battery foil projects are spearheading in China, with 17 new plants under construction or some started production, reported the Shanghai Metals Market survey. Out of the 17 new projects with a total capacity of 1.272 million tonnes, 15 are estimated to be fully operational before the end of 2024. Throughout 2020 and 2021, the aluminium battery foil industry gained immense prominence, experiencing a production increase to almost double at a consistent growth rate of approximately 100 per cent. The number of enterprises with stable output also grew from below 5 in 2020 to 16 at the present. More capacities are coming, driven by the growing demand for aluminium foil batteries. Many of the 17 new projects are likely to start commissioning from 2023, such as Projects 1, 3, 6, 9, 10,...
Evet Aluminyum Sanayi ve Ticaret Ltd. Şti is a well-established player in the aluminium industry, with a successful track record dating back to 1990. AL CircleBiz is ecstatic to welcome Turkish Evet Aluminyum aboard the 1200+ verified aluminium product sellers platform. The company's initial focus was on electrostatic powder coating, and since then, they have expanded its portfolio to offer a comprehensive range of products that meet international standards. With a sprawling 2500 m2 closed area in the industrial site, the company boasts an impressive production capacity of 4000 tonnes per year for electrostatic powder painting and 500 pieces per year for mould production. Evet Aluminyum takes pride in its ability to carry out all production stages in-house, which results in maximum...
Goyal Aluminiums Ltd, a metal trading services company, has recently reported its quarterly results for the period ending on June 30, 2023. The company has performed exceptionally well in Q1 FY24, with impressive growth in key financial indicators compared to the previous quarter. The net sales for the quarter stood at INR 16.24 crore, exhibiting a growth of 71.65 per cent over Q4 FY23. The operating profit has increased by 111.63 per cent, reaching INR 0.91 crore. The profit before tax has also witnessed a notable increase of 88.40 per cent, standing at INR 7.71 crore. The company has reported a profit after tax of INR 6.51 crore, reflecting a growth of 117.32 per cent. The EPS for Q1FY24 is INR 0.05. In the previous fiscal year, Goyal Aluminiums Ltd recorded net sales of INR 65.99 crore...
Baker McKenzie, a top-tier global law firm, has provided legal guidance to Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill (GARMCO), a major downstream aluminium firm in the Middle East headquartered in Bahrain, regarding its debt restructuring to creditors, following the reorganisation plan approved by the courts of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The group of creditors comprised Ahli United Bank, National Bank of Bahrain, Mashreq Bank, Arab Bank, Standard Chartered Bank and Aluminium Bahrain. The reorganisation plan, approved by the courts, covers an outstanding debt of USD 268 million, which will be addressed through a combination of debt-equity swap, interest-free debt, interest-bearing debt, and subordinated debt. Legal support from Baker McKenzie was provided for the interest-free debt and the interest-bearing...
The rising demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has brought to light the problem of using rare earths in contemporary technologies. Fortunately, there are many solutions for eliminating the usage of rare earths in EVs. Induction motors, for example, have widely been employed in the EV industry and utilise aluminium windings or copper on the rotor. They have a higher peak power and torque density than permanent magnet (PM) motors but a poorer efficiency. Another possibility is a wrapped rotor motor, which uses coil windings instead of magnets on the rotor. This controls the stator and rotor fields and is used by firms such as BMW and Nissan. Regarding alternative magnetic materials, attempts are being made to create magnets that do not include rare earth and can compete with their...
ALFED, the Aluminium Federation, has joined forces with Fronius UK and Cranfield University to present an engaging and knowledge-packed day. This event will feature captivating demonstrations, and insightful discussions centred around the fascinating subject of aluminium joining. The Aluminium Welding Technology Event is scheduled to take place at Fronius UK's Technology Centre in Milton Keynes on September 27 th , 2023. This event is ideally suited for individuals engaged with the use of this lightweight and forward-looking metal, offering valuable insights into enhancing efficiency in their work practices. Discover the forefront advancements driving the future of welding technology in laser welding, manual and robotic welding, and wire arc additive manufacturing. This event provides an...
Beijing Easpring, a Chinese manufacturer of battery cathodes, is currently in the process of constructing a production plant for ternary cathode active material in southeast Finland. This plant will mainly produce considerable amounts of nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM) 811 and nickel-cobalt-aluminium (NCA). The project is being developed in partnership with Finnish Battery Chemicals, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Finnish Minerals. Together, they will create a joint venture called Easpring Finland New Materials to operate the project, with Easpring holding 70% ownership and Finnish Battery Chemicals holding 30%. The plant will have a capacity of 60,000 tonnes per year for the generation of nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM) 811 and nickel-cobalt-aluminium (NCA), and its design will allow for the...
Bhagwati Sai Metal Alloys has established a state-of-the-art aluminium extrusion plant, the first of its kind in the Northeast region, aimed at exporting and supplying high-quality aluminium extrusion profiles in different alloys to cater to the diverse needs of various industries. AL CircleBiz announces the joining of this esteemed company with great hopes and is optimistic about its growth beyond the regional boundaries through the virtual B2B platform that it provides. The plant is equipped with advanced manufacturing facilities , including extrusion presses and allied equipment, and a computerised tool room to ensure efficient and high-quality production. The company's technical expertise and engineering proficiency enable it to develop innovative products that meet customer-specific...
Fody Intl Imp & Exp Co., Limited, based in Foshan, China, which is also known as the hometown of aluminium and stainless steel, serves as a full-service trading firm; it specialises in the whole supply chain for the aluminium profile factory and SS tube mill industries, from raw materials to equipment and consumables, as well as SS coil, aluminium coil, and replacement parts. Fody Intl has been successfully onboarded by AL CircleBiz, the world's first global marketplace, bringing millions of buyers and sellers along the aluminium value chain. The products offered by Fody Intl include: Aluminium Profile Window and Door Processing CNC Equipment Container Liner Stem Shim for Aluminium Profile Extrusion Press Heat Shrink Plastic Film Aluminium Profile Packing Machine Aluminium Billet Cutting...
