Tesla's ambitions for its Optimus humanoid robot extend well beyond factory automation, with the company envisioning a future in which robots could support vehicle servicing, logistics and even last-mile delivery. However, turning that vision into a commercially viable product will require more than advances in artificial intelligence and robotics. It will also depend on access to aluminium, critical minerals and the downstream manufacturing capabilities needed to produce increasingly sophisticated hardware at scale. Tesla has already taken an important step towards that ambition. On October 21, 2026, the company announced that Optimus production had begun on its high-volume manufacturing line in Fremont, California. Tesla described the units coming off the line as its first...
Aludecor, a pioneer and leader in Metal Composite Panel manufacturing, today announced the official launch of STONESENSE , an innovative architectural surface system engineered to deliver the timeless elegance and visual depth of natural stone without its traditional structural limitations. Inspired by the legacy and enduring power of natural stone, STONESENSE introduces a curated portfolio of engineered stone-finish metal composite surfaces. Developed for modern building envelopes, the series blends tactile aesthetic experience with advanced material performance, offering architects, builders, and developers a lightweight, highly durable and versatile alternative to mined stone. Designed for modern facades & envelopes The STONESENSE series is structured around three distinct material...
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Owens & Sons Aluminum Slide-On Trailers, a family-run manufacturer of customised boat trailers, focuses on the three most fundamental challenges faced by the customers - flexing, corrosion, and an inability to adequately support the boat's hull. Based on the manufacturer's recommendations and the client's preferred towing method, the crew meticulously develops the framework for each project. Providing safe and user-friendly trailers, Owens & Sons Aluminum Slide-On Trailers utilise heavy-duty winches with quick-release options to ensure quick loading and unloading. Additionally, they use a bunk over frame arrangement to equally disperse the boat's weight. Torsion axles, which are great for reducing maintenance costs and improving suspension, and all-aluminium "I" structures are other...
Bravo Sierra, the men’s care company built exclusively for US military personnel, to introduce refillable body wash in a recyclable aluminium container from October 18. Customers may replace their old Bravo Sierra Body Wash bottle with the new refillable can style. The refill cans for Bravo Sierra Body Wash are the most practical and environmentally friendly option to restock because they are constructed of 100 per cent endlessly recyclable aluminium. Launched in 2019, the main of Bravo Sierra was to offer high-quality personal care products to military customers and direct-to-consumer. It is considered the first company to develop goods for active-duty military personnel. During the launch of the company, each of the items was put to the test by at least 1,000 members of the Special...
Alumobility, a global ecosystem of leading aluminium and downstream technology partners focusing on advanced use of aluminium by automakers, will present the results of a case study on Superior Economic and Sustainability Performance of an Aluminum Vehicle Body, including cost of ownership and life cycle analysis, demonstrating a Last-Mile Delivery Vehicle (LMDV) concept. LMDV is the final step of the entire supply chain process of a vehicle, where the item is delivered from a local warehouse or fulfilment centre for the final delivery to customers. The presentation will be showcased at the EuroCarBody’s 24th Global Car Body Benchmarking Conference on October 18-20 at Bad Nauheim, Germany, by three Alumobility representatives Andreas Afseth (Constellium/Alumobility, Karisma Leftinger...
The aluminium-framed CR500 from Honda was considered one of the most popular two-stroke dirt-bike models during the mid-2000s. It also featured an air/liquid-cooled CR500 engine, dual disc brakes, and cartridge-type suspension. This aluminium-framed dirt bike also came with a single-cylinder, 2-stroke, liquid-cooled engine with a bore-stroke ratio of 89 x 79 mm. The air-fuel combination was handled by a 38-mm flat-slide Keihin carburettor with a 6.8:1 compression ratio (#55 slow and #170 main). An expansion chamber and an oiled polyurethane foam element were also used for air filtering. Aluminium bike frames are solid and stable despite their low weight, making them ideal for various riders. These bikes are perfect for mountain bikers, touring cyclists, or anyone who can't resist a ride...
This week the end-user sector has witnessed various innovations from Google launching Pixel 7 and 7 Pro made with 100 per cent recycled aluminium to Acer claiming to have made the world’s lightest 16-inch OLED laptop having a magnesium-aluminium alloy chassis. The biggest manufacturer and exporter in the Polish railway industry, Alstom, employing almost 4000 people in 11 sites for over 25 years in Poland, has launched an aluminium welding line at its rolling stock production plant in Wrocław. Constructed by Sapor Shipbuilding Industrial Sdn Bhd at a cost of RM20 million, Marine Success can be deemed as Sibu’s first locally built aluminium fast crew boat. Sibu is an inland city in the central region of Sarawak, Malaysia and they reported the launch of this indigenous boat on Wednesday,...
Azza launched in 1996 as a motherboard manufacturer for computers but soon began to make the auxiliary components required in a CPU. Its flagship product, Pyramid 804, comes surrounded by an aluminium mesh screen instead of tempered glass, as found in the original version. On the whole, this might seem immaterial at first, but this simple switch can benefit the enclosure a lot since the airflow is never interrupted through the open pores of the aluminium mesh. Moreover, a CPU must stay comparatively cooler so that the interiors don’t get overheated, plus there is ample space for customising your own system. Like the previous model, this, too, opens from the side by simply lifting the hatch door, thus leaving a large area for the inside components. Not only the side panel but the entire...
Aluflexpack, one of the leading international manufacturers of outstanding flexible packaging, published its 2021 Sustainability report, highlighting the company's progress against key environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives. As per the report, more than 80 per cent of the products reflected a recycle-ready solution, and nearly 100 per cent of the new product innovations were recyclable (as assessed by Interseroh and Cyclos). The sustainability report also showcased that, Aluflexpack was able to recycle or recover 94 per cent and 77 per cent of non-hazardous and hazardous materials. Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emission intensity decreased by 11 per cent Y-o-Y. "As one of the leading aluminium flexible packaging companies in Europe, our commitment to sustainable and circular packaging...
Acer has declared the launch of the 'world's lightest' 16-inch OLED laptop, which weighs only 1.17 kgs owing to the magnesium-aluminium alloy used in making its framework. Acer Swift Edge comes with a 4K OLED display (3840X2400), and the aluminium alloy chassis of the product can be light but is extremely sturdy. Big brands like Apple, Google and HP have already switched their raw materials from plastic and polymer to aluminium since the non-ferrous metal is infinitely recyclable. When a product reaches end-of-life, it is often difficult to retrieve any primary elements from the scrap but not if companies start using aluminium because it can retain the original properties even after going through rigorous recycling processes. The Acer Swift Edge is 12.95 mm in height and sports a narrow...
This year at Aluminium 2022- Düsseldorf, there was a spectacle in view by designer Ayse Byzanz when she featured her flagship aluminium bridal dress collection. Every bride wishes to look radiant on their wedding day, and wearing an aluminium wedding gown can be the most extraordinary thing possible. The designer claims the fabric is so comfortable that the award-winning aluminium wedding gown can be worn all day. This is not her first time designing an ethnic outfit with such a unique element; the German designer has also created shoes, jeans, accessories and business cards with an aluminium fabric she has patented. Byzanz also has an extensive range of aluminium-forged wall art and a couple of other beautiful artworks. For many years, threads made of precious metals have been worn by...
RIMOWA has established itself as a premium luggage provider since 1898, with their flagship aluminium trunk first introduced in 1937. With the perfect amalgamation of German engineering, the Cologne-based company has successfully created backpacks and travel bags in collaboration with the LVMH group in 2017 and now it is going to join EVH’s client portfolio. Aluminium is an extremely rigid yet malleable material that can retain its original properties even after going through multiple rounds of a recycling process. RIMOWA suitcases and luggage can be easily recognised due to their patent ‘grooves’ on the surface, their multi-wheel technology and those telescopic handles for easier carriage. In 2020, when Hugues Bonnet-Masimbert was appointed as the CEO of RIMOWA, a profound change in pace...
Google is launching its latest series of Pixel phones in India on October 13, Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 Pro. These new models will be powered by Google’s next-generation Tensor G2 processor with Titan M2 security chip and loaded with the current Android 13 upgrade. Both phones have been designed with 100 per cent recycled aluminium. Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro flaunt a shiny and modern exterior that has been formed with some zirconia-blasted aluminium, a solid aluminium frame and an aluminium camera bar. The aluminium enclosure for both phones has been forged out of 100 per cent recycled material. The Pixel 7 has three colour options Snow, Obsidian and Lemongrass, while the Pixel 7 Pro is available in Snow, Obsidian or the latest Hazel variant. Aluminium is extremely malleable and can...
Throughout this month’s Formula One United States Grand Prix, several sustainability initiatives will be taken up by the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). The racing track would be populated with 96-gallon recycling bins and 90 per cent recycled aluminium cups provided by Ball Corporation in place of single-use plastic ones. Aluminium is infinitely recyclable, and with aluminium cups or beverage cans, it is the easiest because no additional sorting process is required. This can induce a circular economy beneficial for the entire community and the world. The President and General Manager of Ball Aluminium Cups, Emily Fong, exclaimed: “We are committed to bringing fans a more sustainable way to enjoy beverages as they watch their favourite sporting events.” “By partnering with venues like...
Sibu, an inland city in the central region of Sarawak, Malaysia, reportedly witnessed the launch of its first locally built aluminium fast crew boat on Wednesday, October 5. The boat is named Marine Success, built by Sapor Shipbuilding Industrial Sdn Bhd at a cost of RM20 million. Ting Hua Ang, managing director of Sapor Shipbuilding, said the boat is the first of its kind, with a speed of 32 knots. He also told at the launch that the ship measures 41.5 metre in length and can carry up to 70 passengers. It is built as per the order by MS Offshore Sdn Bhd and would be used by Petronas for offshore operations. Ting Hua Ang added, “It comes with three main engines supplied by Yanmar Diesel with a horse power of 1,650 per unit, hence making it one of the fastest crew boats available thus...
Norway-based Flokk, in partnership with Hydro, has designed a chair with the lowest environmental impact, the HÅG Celi. Flokk has utilized the technological expertise of Hydro in making these low-carbon aluminium furniture series. Flokk has been making eco-friendly furniture for over a decade though it was officially launched in 2017. Flokk uses recycled materials harbouring the need to conserve natural resources with the aim of downsizing energy usage, residual wastes and carbon emissions. Even during the inception of the HÅG Celi conference chair's design, aluminium was considered to be the primary material for components like the frame and legs. To embark on this journey, the company has collaborated with Hydro to use aluminium in making its flagship products. Keeping the initiatives...
MCP Yachts, a Brazilian shipyard specialised in designing and constructing highly customised aluminium motor yachts, has reportedly launched its 37.4-metre all-aluminium superyacht Queen Tati. As per the report, the yacht is scheduled to be delivered by 2022. The vessel was designed by Vripack, including the interior, representing a ‘new superyacht era in South America,’ according to the shipyard. Queen Tati, weighing 316 gross tonnage, features a semi-displacement hull with a beam of 8.1 metre and a draft of 2.2 metre. It offers accommodation for up to 12 guests across four cabins, with quarters for a crew of eight. Queen Tati is the second largest yacht built by MCP Yachts, following the 43.76 metre Raffaella II, also designed in collaboration with Vripack. When delivered, the vessel...
Australian Macquarie Group and Origin Energy have signed a deal to invest in the Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company (ARCC), a developer and manufacturer of lightweight bolted aluminium city bus chassis. Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company claims to be the first Australian manufacturer who has designed a zero-emission indigenously-made bus chassis. The organisation has also put forward a lightweight aluminium bus chassis that curtails fuel and energy intake while also permitting better passenger sitting capacity in comparison with other zero-emission buses available in the market. The ARCC group has also developed a streamlined, bolted assembly system which helps in keeping the production time short while supporting the local Australian manufacturing market. ARCC Managing...
The largest producer and exporter in the Polish railway industry, Alstom, which employs over 4000 people in 11 sites and has operated for over 25 years in Poland, launched an aluminium welding line at its rolling stock production plant in Wrocław. As part of the sustainable mobility strategy and development trends in the rail industry, this investment replaces heavier and more challenging to process steel with lighter and more efficient aluminium, e.g. due to its high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance. An investment of almost €10 million in Alstom's Wroclaw aluminium welding line includes new equipment and machinery, infrastructure upgrades, and employee training. Alstom's Wroclaw plant will be able to acquire new projects and produce aluminium boxes for regional trains in...
The end-user sector is where all the upstream components meet to form various utility products to be sold in the retail market. The Managing Director of the Gujarat-India headquartered Goldi Solar, Ishver Dholakiya, on September 26, announced an investment plan worth US$600 million by 2025 in order to accelerate its module producing capacity to 6 gigawatts. UK-based Sainsbury's, the supermarket chain, has replaced plastic with aluminium in making their patent coffee pods. Velux, an aluminium extrusion specialist, has joined with Hydro to provide its customer with low-carbon aluminium products. UK-based Sainsbury's is completely shifting to infinitely recyclable aluminium instead of plastic for making their flagship coffee pods. The users only would have to empty the aluminium pods, wash...
