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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Headquartered in Chennai, Wheels India, one of the largest steel wheel manufacturers in India, has planned to invest around INR 155 crore in the current fiscal year (2022-2023) to expand its aluminium wheels business and construction equipment. The company has also planned to invest an additional INR 25 crore in its new factory in Thervoy Kandigai, Tiruvallur district. This investment will be used for the machining of huge wind turbines, in addition to the INR 75 crores, which has been already invested. “Early this month, the company also inaugurated a new plant for machining of large wind turbine castings in Thervoy Kandigai,” said Srivats Ram, the managing director of Wheels India. The business claimed in a statement that it exceeded the INR 1,000 crore marks in exports for the fiscal...
Aluminium has been the primary material in spaceflight since the first satellite was launched in 1957. In order to explore potential collaboration and use of UAE-made aluminium in space, a delegation from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre led by Director General Salem Al Marri visited Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA). Salem Al Marri, Director-General of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, was welcomed by EGA's Chief Executive Officer Abdulnasser Bin Kalban and the company's top technicians at the company's Jebel Ali location in Dubai. The team inspected EGA's cutting-edge research and development facilities, casthouse, and labs during their visit. “We look forward to close cooperation with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre as the UAE’s aluminium industry contributes to our nation’s...
The American company headquartered in Colorado, Ball Corporation announced that it has inked a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) to procure 151 MW of wind energy from a new project in west Texas. The global leader in aluminium packaging Ball Corporation further added that upon purchase, NextEra Energy Resources LLC's subsidiary will own and operate the wind farm. This will enable Ball to meet the electricity needs of nearly half of its North American factories with its portion of the project. However, construction of the wind farm is in process, while the power supply is anticipated to commence in 2023. The global specialist in energy management and automation, Schneider Electric Energy advised Ball on the VPPA, whereas, Sustainability Services assisted the company in project...
CraftHaus, a small brewery in Nevada, United States, has piled up stocks of aluminium beverage cans on the line waiting to be packed, in addition to the can aluminium sheet problem. Wyndee Forrest, co-owner of CraftHaus Brewery, will not take a penny until the cans are completely filled with the beverage and sold to merchants. Forrest, on the other hand, emphasised that commerce was required to stack the cans. The firm used to keep only one months’ worth of cans in stock, but given the current state of the aluminium stock, she is concerned that suppliers will not be able to deliver on time. The cost of the containers has grown by 18 per cent, causing Forrest and her employee's problems due to rising shipping costs. "We are now sitting on a good three months of stock as an insurance...
Richardson Devine Marine Constructions (RDM) is one of Australia's most renowned aluminium shipbuilders, with a reputation for building a diverse range of craft. Commercial operators worldwide seek out its passenger ferries, luxurious overnight cruise vessels, and offshore workboats. Built to client specifications, they include the ever-popular MONA ferry, which is decked out as an "evil billionaire's lair" to transport visitors between Hobart and the Museum of Old and New Art. In 1989, Ron Devine and his business partner Toby Richardson initiated their business from a waterfront Hobart warehouse. They now work with a 55-strong team from a purpose-built shipyard within Tasmania's shipbuilding zone on the shores of Prince of Wales Bay. The 1500-square-metre construction facility lets RDM...
Speira, a leading aluminium rolling and recycling company with operating facilities in Germany and Norway has published a white paper on the joint concept study with the Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components at RWTH Aachen University, an elite German public research university located in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia. The study eyes on the thermal management of cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells (LIB) in 4680 format, due to LIB developers and car manufacturers are aiming further to increase the energy and power density as well as the safety of LIBs, while at the same time shifting charging rates towards conventional refuelling times. Against this background, the study partners investigated whether the significantly better thermal conductivity of aluminium compared...
Founded in 2014, Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PABC), the country’s first and only aluminium beverage can maker, desires to expand new customer bases in the south or central Asian states, Africa and the Middle East, to enhance export sales. In a corporate briefing session with investors, the PABC management explained that an $8 million investment was made for can making capacity expansion from 700 million to 950 million per year, to be activated by June 2022. The Pakistan market’s demand remains approximately 1 billion cans each year, as estimated by the management. The country demands the can size, 250ml or 300ml and the former used more widely, results in 91% of the regional sales. PABC enjoys local sales of 60% in total offtake and the residual 40% through export, out of...
Bulgari's Aluminium edition chronographs were innovative both in terms of material and design. The Italian watchmaker has collaborated with Ducati to develop the Bulgari Aluminium chronograph Ducati special edition watch, which is sure to pique the interest of many riders. This special edition aluminium series watch is subjectively lightweight and comfortable, which is likely what Bulgari will bring over to the limited-edition Ducati clocks. The Bulgari Aluminium Chronograph Ducati, as the name implies, is a limited-edition model with a production run of 1,000 pieces. This classic timepiece priced at US$5,000 not only houses a rubber and aluminium hybrid strap but also comes in different colours. The Ducati special edition watch is powered by a 42-hour power reserve, in-house BVL 130...
The universal technology giant Google is ultimately launching the latest version of Android 12, Pixel 6a to carry on the lineage of its luxury Pixel range with compactness. This latest inclusion to the Pixel family features their patent camera strip at the back and most importantly its frame is built with recycled aluminium. Google I/O 2022 mainly focuses on software and developer activities yet this time, the company couldn’t resist declaring the addition of some new hardware as well. It will come in similar variants of hue as it is with the Pixel phones; i.e. dual-tone black, white and green colour choices. The Google Pixel 6a will attract a large customer franchise with its superbly feasible price range since it will just cost US$449 in the US. Moreover, for this Pixel clan cell phone,...
Hardys, the no.1 Australian Wine brand in the United Kingdom, will reportedly introduce three new varieties of wine in aluminium cans next month to make a debut in the on-the-go market. The varieties, comprised of rosé, chardonnay, and shiraz, will appear on trade and festivals this summer. According to the brand manager Lindsay Holas, the launch of new varieties of wine in aluminium cans will appeal younger shoppers, letting them enjoy their drinks on-the-go format. Also, the use of aluminium will open up easy- to-recycle option. “Offering a convenient and easily recycled option, we’re expecting the cans to be a hit at festivals in the next few months, whilst also performing well in retail, with their compact size making them perfect for picnics and outdoor summer occasions,” said Holas....
In recent years, aluminium cans have gained in popularity both among consumers and companies. There are endless possibilities for aluminium cans, from craft beers and canned wine to energy drinks and sparkling water. In the 1950s, Coors Brewing Company mass-produced aluminium cans for improving beer taste and providing a more sustainable container than steel cans. It is therefore reassuring to know that the environmental goals of that revolutionary new product are still being addressed. Despite limited market reforms, Bosnia and Herzegovina's economy is in transition and upper-middle-income. On 10 th May 2022, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) stated that it anticipates Bosnia and Herzegovina's economy to inflate by 3% in 2022, revising upwards its existing...
Construction Products Association (CPA) predicts that market inflammation might leave a permanent scar on the British construction sector as labour supply crunch, increasing price of electricity, the rising cost of raw materials and the Ukraine war delay construction in the UK. Alumil has become the first Greek company to gain the international Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certification, which permits it to build sustainable structures implementing Bioclimatic Architectural principles with a primary focus on green facilities producing energy. Despite facing uniform geopolitical and economic conditions, Ball Corporation reported a significant growth in its net earnings and net sales in the first quarter of 2022 than 2021. Nokia, the mobile magnet from Finland has announced an upcoming Android 12...
ALUMIL is the first Greek company to receive the international Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certification for the sustainability of its products. ALUMIL's Cradle to Cradle accreditation offers new opportunities for involvement in projects that adhere to sustainable building and Bioclimatic Architecture principles, resulting in green structures with great energy efficiency. Apart from the C2C accreditation, ALUMIL’s achievements include significant investments in the production of green recycled aluminium, the EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations) for integrated architectural systems, and the honorary distinction "Most Sustainable Company in Greece 2022" as a company representing the sustainable development model. ALUMIL's efforts and measures to solidify a company strategy connected with...
On May 5, 2022, Ball Corporation, the world’s leading aluminium packaging company, announced its first quarter 2022 financial results, declaring net earnings of $446 million or $1.37 per diluted share attributable to net sales of $3.7 billion. A year ago, the company’s net earnings were $200 million or 60 cent per diluted share on sales of $3.1 billion. Ball’s first quarter 2022 comparable net earnings were $252 million or 77 cent per diluted share compared to $240 million or 72 cents per diluted share during the same period last year. From its beverage packaging business in North and Central America, Ball Corporation reported comparable segment operating earnings of $174 million for 1Q2022 on sales of $1.6 billion, as against $140 million on sales of $1.3 billion during 1Q2021. Increase...
The American Bubble, a Los Angeles-based bubble manufacturer is the first patent-pending, eco-friendly, long-lasting bubble system created in the United States. The firm introduced its Bubble Tree product in an aluminium bottle that reflected the brand's sustainability and environmental safety ideals. The package was developed in collaboration with Trivium, a metal packaging provider, and was recently honoured with a World Packaging Organization WorldStar Award. According to Chas Aylsworth, Business Development Manager at Trivium Packaging, the bubble composition and the aluminium bottles were evaluated for long-term compatibility. “We knew the bubble market very well and saw that it was only saturated with plastic bottles that aren’t even 100% recyclable,” said Susan Wasserman, founder...
Enray Solutions from India has evolved a sovereign, dry cleaning robot which gains power from an attached PV panel and battery to maintain huge ground installed solar panels. Co-founder Rishabh Bhardwaj’s Enray Solutions offers the service of a self-sufficient, user-friendly robot to cleanse the ground-mount solar installations without water. The robot has an incredible endurance capability which keeps it active in any geographical contour. The company is hopeful and claims the robot might make a path for increased revenue of 7% if compared with the seasonal water baths. With a metallic body and perfect alignment of aluminium components, the robot is mighty and lightweight all at once. The trolley based outline of the dock looks industry like with a height and tilt adjustment device which...
The construction industry trade association of the United Kingdom, Construction Products Association (CPA) has alerted disquiet in regards to the inflation that will create a dent in the construction sector in the long term. According to CPA’s updated projections, the mounting price pressure encircling labour shortages, soaring material costs, sizable energy bills and the Ukraine war combined jeopardise the construction industry’s growth, especially in the final months of 2022. The pipeline of work and persistent demand should keep the industry buoyant at least through the third quarter, with an expansion of 2.8% projected for 2022, in comparison to the 4.3% growth that was estimated three months ago by the CPA. The CPA’s report reveals, “The soaring energy prices and product scarcity...
The Finnish multinational consumer electronics company, Nokia’s budgeted smartphone C100 focuses on those consumers with low finances or the ones who are only bothered with a basic amenity that a smartphone is offering with an instant messaging system and occasional easy gaming. Now, this mobile handset has a removable back cover which signifies that the battery is also removable, while the phone is made of polycarbonate. Once the plastic cover is removed, the aluminium frame is visible, which makes the Nokia C100 a sturdy device. It is designed to prevent bending by having bulks which means this phone is durable. Nokia C100, with its 4000 mAh battery and durable body, is very easily an ideal backup phone. In the previous decade, Nokia lost its significance to mobile handset brands Apple...
