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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Hind Aluminium Industries Limited, a manufacturer of aluminium & alloy conductors and aluminium wire rods, reported net sales of INR 0.38 crore in the June quarter versus INR 0.33 crore a quarter ago and INR 1 crore a year earlier. At the end of FY2023, Hind Aluminium’s net sales amounted to INR 2.38 crore . Net profit stood at INR 2.95 crore in the said quarter, registering a year-on-year hike of 13.03 per cent, from INR 2.61 crore, showed Hind Aluminium’s quarterly results. For the March quarter of FY2024, Hind Aluminium posted a loss of INR 10.65 crore. EBITDA stood at INR 4.52 crore in the June quarter of FY2024, showcasing an increase of 3.43 per cent from INR 4.37 crore in FY2023. In the March quarter, Hind’s EBITDA stood negative at INR 12.91 crore Hind Aluminium’s Equity per Share...
DFV, an Italian company that paints wood-effect aluminium extrusions and laminates, is extending its footprint in Brazil by constructing a second production in Içara, Santa Catarina. The new entity will concentrate on the market for high-end wood-effect finishes and RAL paints (an international colour system used primarily in industry and architecture to standardise and identify particular colours). The plant will be constructed on an 8 thousand m 2 plot of land, with plans to expand by another 4 thousand m 2 until 2027. The site was selected strategically for its proximity to aluminium profile suppliers and its advantageous location on the banks of the BR-101, which provides access to numerous towns and regions around the nation. DFV intends to generate 64 direct and 173 indirect jobs,...
AddUp FormUp 350 machines are compatible with Constellium's Aheadd CP1 Aluminium Alloy, as the additive manufacturing company announced in a recent advancement. Constellium's aluminium alloy has far more precise machining and performance conduct than the conventionally used AS7 and AS10 grades of aluminium alloy. Constellium's Aheadd CP1 Aluminium Alloy has higher manufacturing abilities coupled with better heat-resisting capacity than the traditional alloys used in 3D printing. The company is positive that two different alloys of aluminium control the present additive manufacturing market, the AS7 and the AS10 grades. These alloys have aluminium, magnesium and silicon combinations, mainly used in the foundry industry. Whereas, Constellium provides an amalgamation of aluminium, iron and...
Automobile parts manufacturer Endurance Technologies has declared Q1 FY2023-24 revenue of INR 2,467 crore after analysing the company's finances. There has been an influx of 16 per cent in comparison to INR 2,118 crore accumulated one year back. The EBITDA arrived at INR 338 crore with a margin of 13.7 per cent, which is more than INR 244 crore with an 11.5 per cent margin experienced last year. The company claims to have invested INR 72 crore in CAPEX for added propulsion in creating aluminium alloy wheels, brake assemblies, aluminium casting and suspensions, machining and BMS line in India. Whereas, INR 90 crore or €10.1 million was allotted for solar panel installation and product line expansion in the company's European manufacturing site, where it has to serve car giants like...
The downstream aluminium segment witnessed variable production this week, with Aparna Enterprises planning to invest INR 150 crores in FY24 to expand operations and INR 50 crores in tile, RMC, and aluminium. The move reflects the company's commitment to meeting India's infrastructure needs. Hindalco Industries Limited reported a net profit of INR 2,454 crore in Q1 FY2023-24, up 1.75% from the previous quarter. However, compared to the same quarter last year, net profit saw a decrease of 40.42%. Despite a decline in revenue from operations, Hindalco's net profit still grew sequentially in Q1. The revenue was INR 52,991 crore, down 5.13% from Q4 FY2023. This decrease was mainly due to the downstream aluminium business. Novelis Inc.'s Q1 FY2024 financial report showed a 19.61% decline in net...
Ma'aden Misr is one of the most advanced industrial complexes in Egypt and the Middle East, having been created in 2008 and beginning production in 2012. The company has been successfully registered under the world's first B2B platform with 1200+ certified aluminium product sellers. AL CircleBiz is the world's first global marketplace, connecting millions of buyers and sellers along the aluminium value chain. To know more about the products offered by Ma’aden, you can visit the world's first b2b market for the global aluminium industry, AL CircleBiz's official website. The brand has consciously allied with our team to maintain a profound position in the metals market. Ma'aden’s production capacity is predicted to be 25,000 tonnes per year, with a planned increase to 30,000 tonnes per year...
It has come to our attention that Crystal IS Inc, a company based in Green Island, New York, USA, has successfully developed a 4-inch (100mm) single-crystal aluminium nitride (AlN) substrate. This remarkable achievement is a testament to their ability to scale and meet production demands. It has become imperative to highlight the many beneficial properties of aluminium nitride substrates, such as low defect densities, high UV transparency, and low impurity concentrations. These properties make AlN a popular choice for UVC LEDs and power devices due to its ultra-wide bandgap and high thermal conductivity. The 4-inch substrate boasts a usable area of over 80%, which meets existing requirements for UVC LEDs. Executive fellow from Research Laboratory of Advanced Science and Technology, Asahi...
Introduction Globally, around 22% of the Aluminium usage per annum undergoes Heat Treatment and Casting [i], equivalent to around 32% of the annual primary aluminium production of the world [ii] Globally, there are a few thousand companies related to aluminium heat treatment. The number of companies will significantly increase considering the support industries like technology, equipment manufacturers, consulting companies, logistics firms, legal services, training companies, etc. Globally, the aluminium casting industry employs more than 100,000 [iii] people. Hence, heat treatment is a significant part of the Global Aluminium industry. Like any other part of the aluminium value chain, digital transformation can benefit heat treatment. In this issue of AL Circle's e-magazine, let us find...
Aludium, one of the leading producers of rolled aluminium products in numerous European countries, has joined forces with the women's team of Lucentum Alicante, showcasing the company's spirit of supporting gender equality. Ignacio Alonso, vice president of Lucentum Alicante, and José Ignacio Juan, director of Aludium Plant, signed the partnership agreement at the company's facilities. "The agreement is an important step for Aludium on our way to achieve genuine gender equality in society, since sport, in the same way as the metal industry, is still mostly a male-dominated field. With this collaboration boosting women's sport, we want to be part of the solution," José Ignacio Juan, Aludium Alicante director, said after signing the agreement. Aludium, in keeping with its goal of supporting...
Aparna Enterprises, India's fastest-growing construction materials company, plans to spend INR 150 crores in FY24 to expand its operations and match the industry's increasing demand. A further INR 50 crores will be invested in Aparna Enterprises' tile, ready-mix concrete (RMC), and aluminium operations. This strategic commitment demonstrates the company's constant commitment to producing high-quality goods and services that meet India's ever-changing infrastructure demands. The business intends to invest INR 100 crores in creating a cutting-edge uPVC factory in Rudraram, Hyderabad, to expand the monthly output of uPVC profiles by 70 per cent, from 700 tonnes to 1,200 tonnes, and windows by 150 per cent, from 20,000 square metres to 50,000 square metres. Aparna Enterprises is...
Hindalco Industries Limited, one of India's biggest aluminium manufacturing companies, announced the first quarter results of FY2023-24 ended June 30, revealing a net profit of INR 2,454 crore, up by 1.75 per cent Q-o-Q from INR 2,411 crore, driven by a recovery in Novelis business. However, on a year-on-year basis, the profit edged a fall of 40.42 per cent from INR 4,119 crore. It is to be noted here that Hindalco's net profit grew sequentially in Q1 despite the fall in revenue from operations. Hindalco's Q1 revenue stood at INR 52,991 crore, down by 5.13 per cent from INR 55,857 crore in Q4 FY2023, contributed by the downstream aluminium business. Hindalco's Q1 revenue from the downstream aluminium was INR 2,435 crore against 81,000 tonnes of sales versus INR 2,738 crore against 90,000...
Bano Scaffolding, one of the best manufacturers of aluminium mobile scaffolds and ladders, has been successfully onboarded by AL CircleBiz. AL CircleBiz is a first-of-its-kind global online marketplace connecting millions of buyers and sellers across the aluminium value chain. It is a devoted platform to the aluminium industry and witnessed enormous growth in both supply and demand within six months of its launch. Founded in 2002, Bano Scaffolding is known for bringing expertise and dependability in aluminium scaffolding, equipment leasing, equipment trade, and services. Since then, it has been a trailblazer, focusing on completing key projects on time. Its scaffolding range provides simplicity, durability, and mobility, allowing you to move or alter to fit most applications. Below is a...
Marine Aluminium, a company known for developing and producing aluminium goods, has bagged a contract to deliver a helideck for Hornbeck Offshore Services' new conversion project. The 21-meter helideck can accommodate helicopters up to the size of a Sikorsky S-92. The 21-meter helideck can accommodate helicopters up to the size of a Sikorsky S-92. As previously reported by Offshore Engineer, Hornbeck Offshore plans to convert one of its recently acquired 280-foot offshore supply vessels (OSV) to a service operation vessel (SOV) to meet the growing demand of the offshore wind market in the United States, as well as the demands of the offshore flotel market. The Marine Aluminium helideck will be delivered as a kit package from Norway for final assembly at the Eastern Shipbuilding Group...
Founded in 2021, Qualfix is an aluminium extrusion plant headquartered in Ankara. It is known for providing excellent consumer items with their experienced personnel with over 15 years of expertise and high-tech manufacturing facilities. AL CircleBiz is quite excited to announce the inclusion of Qualfix into its existing database of 1200+ verified customers. The products offered by Qualfix include: Aluminium Elevator Profile Aluminum Mechanical Treatment Service Aluminium Extrusion Profile As a prominent leader in the aluminium extrusion sector, their goal is to surpass our client's expectations and satisfy their demands. They specialise in solar energy and lift profiles. With their investments in cutting-edge technology, they seek to continually enhance our manufacturing processes and...
Last week, Novelis Inc. announced the first quarter results of the financial year 2023-24 ended June 30, reporting a 19.61 per cent decline in net sales year-on-year from $5,089 million to $4,091 million, driven by lower average aluminium prices and reduced flat rolled products shipments, although offset by favourable product mix. As per Novelis’ report, the company’s aluminium flat rolled products shipments stood at 879,000 tonnes in Q1 FY2024, down by 9 per cent Y-o-Y due to decreased beverage can shipments and a little faded demand for value-added products required in the building & construction sector. Novelis’ net income attributable to common shareholders in Q1 FY2024 was recorded at $156 million – 49 per cent less than $306 million during the same period of the last year. Adjusted...
The development of numerically controlled machinery and the increasing prevalence of computers paved the way for the emergence of the first industrial robots. Griffith "Bill" P. Taylor is credited with creating the first industrial robot that adhered to the ISO definition in 1937. The robot featured was equipped with one electric motor and was assembled using Meccano components, resembling the appearance of a crane. Among its various movements, the robot had five axes, two facilitating gripping and rotation capabilities. Its automation system relied on paper tape, which had strategically placed holes punched in it. These holes served to power solenoids, enabling the robot to autonomously arrange wooden blocks in pre-defined patterns. After the year 1980, there was a significant surge in...
Hydro has allocated NOK 67 million (equivalent to EUR 6 million) to improve its aluminium extrusion factory in Lucé, France. This investment will cover the purchase of new equipment, structures and infrastructure upgrades, as well as the launch of a staff development programme. AMAG's aluminium products have been awarded the "JIS Mark Scheme" certification, in line with Japan's Industrial Standards (JIS) as set out in JIS H 4000. This recognition reinforces AMAG's position as a leading supplier renowned for delivering reliable and superior quality products, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to the Japanese market. ADDAM will host their first AM Tech Day at Durst Kraftwerk in Brixen, Italy, on September 21, 2023. The event will showcase the current and future applications of Additive...
In the bustling city of Tokyo, Japan, the aluminium giant UACJ, which had long been known for its unwavering performance, the company experienced challenges in delivering the best results during the second quarter of CY23 (April to June 2023). The Japanese comprehensive aluminium manufacturer UACJ's financial results for Q2CY23 reflected some downward trends in the industry. The company's net sales, which had once soared high, were now recorded at JPY 211.1 billion, marking a significant 17.6 per cent decline compared to the same period in the previous year. The numbers were a stark reminder that even giants could face turbulent times. Operating income was also heavily impacted, experiencing a sharp fall of 53.9 per cent to JPY 8.2 billion. The company's top brass was worried, as this...
