China’s aluminum door and window manufacturing sector includes a range of suppliers offering thermal-break systems, customized solutions, OEM/ODM production, and products for international building projects. A recent industry guide highlights Guangdong Dejiyoupin, Guangdong EEHE, Foshan CIVO, Sichuan Yazhixuan, and Sichuan Mingrenju, citing their production capabilities, product portfolios, project experience, customization services, and testing or certification coverage. The companies differ in their areas of focus. Dejiyoupin is highlighted for its production capacity and international certifications, while EEHE is noted for patents and a broad range of project solutions. CIVO focuses on factory-direct customization and climate-oriented systems, while Yazhixuan provides OEM/ODM...
Every Can Counts (ECC) has unveiled a giant art installation outside Trafford Centre to highlight the importance of recycling during Recycle Week 2026 (14th – 20th September). The Infinity Sculpture, made from more than 1,200 recycled drink cans, has been created to illustrate the life cycle of a drink can, highlighting that aluminium can be recycled time and time again. Shoppers and centre visitors can get a glimpse of the can-based artwork that will be on display by the Great Hall Entrance at Trafford Centre until Sunday 20th September to mark the occasion. This is the first time the Infinity Sculpture has been showcased in Manchester, where it will act as a physical reminder of the importance of recycling to the community. On Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September, visitors wanting to...
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On Friday, October 30, the Government of Telangana launched the 10-year 'Telangana Electric Vehicle & Energy Storage Policy' with a vision to make the state a hub for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems (ESS). The policy, launched in the presence of ministers KT Rama Rao and Ajay Kumar, is designed to attract private investments worth US$ 4 billion in the electric vehicle sector and create 120,000 employments by 2030. "Telangana has come out with an extremely comprehensive policy. We have ensured that the energy storage policy is clubbed with the EV policy because these two are tight-knit ideas which need to work cohesively. We have taken a pragmatic approach while designing this policy in consultation with industry leaders," Rama Rao said after unveiling the policy. The...
Tatton Park’s Glasshouses which are currently closed to the public due unsafe to enter are being set aside for replacement. It is a historic estate in Cheshire, England, north of the town of Knutsford. As per the report, the Vinery and Potting Shed glasshouses adjoin a wall at the park garden and are in very poor condition. Now, the plan is to replace the rotten timber structures of the glasshouses with aluminium frames over the next seven years, which allows time for fundraising to pay for the work. Cheshire East Council sought out the planning approval to replace the lean-to timber glasshouses, which contains historic vines. The Potting Shed dates from the early 19th century, and the Vinery is a late 20th-century replacement for an earlier structure. A report with the application said:...
The company Städtler + Beck has developed the Aluplex, a new joint testing device made of aluminium. The integrated Plexiglas window enables the device to be precisely positioned on the joint to be tested. The revision of the worksheet DWA-A 139 "Installation and testing of sewage pipes and sewers" from March 2019 gives concrete form to DIN EN 1610, which has been valid since 2015, also in the area of testing individual pipe connections. It is stated here that the test requirements for individual connection tests are higher than for section tests. According to DWA-A 139 Section 13.4.1, only double packer systems are to be used for checking individual connections, in which leaks between packer and pipe wall can be detected and documented. Besides, the test room should be visible to...
Arksen announced its plan to build a cutting edge eco-friendly superyacht – the first explorer vessel ‘Project Ocean’ under Arksen 85 series. The yacht has officially gone into production in the United Kingdom and is ready to take sail within the next two years. The Arksen 85’s hull will contain recycled aluminium, sourced via Norwegian company Hydro, to enable the hull easily recycled by the end of the yacht’s life. The interior will include a variety of sustainable materials, all the way down to the fabrics—which will be created using recycled plastic bottles. The 26.2 metre yacht will have four cabins, including a full beam master suite with multi-purpose library, study, media room, and children’s cabin, for accommodating up to 14 passengers at any given time. The innovative yacht will...
The 32-year-old entrepreneur, Chanelle O’Sullivan hailing from Wanaka, a resort town on New Zealand's South Island launch of her new start-up Borage + Bee Meadery, brewing a modern New Zealand version of the traditional mead wine. The lightly alcoholic sparkling honey-based drink packaged in sleek aluminium can with an attractive watercolour artwork on the can by Wanaka artist Sophie Melville. The distribution took the product on the shelves of large food store Moore Wilson’s in Wellington this week and O’Sullivan is working with several bars and restaurants, and some supermarkets and liquor outlets, to stock it also. The production capacity is limited for now and the can design stimulates the interest of potential international buyers; however, O’Sullivan has plans for greater things....
The vertical tail of NASA’s X-59 Quiet SuperSonic Technology aircraft has been delivered to Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California. The assembling of the supersonic jet is taking shape in Palmdale in anticipation of the X-59’s first flight in mid-2022. The vertical tail is made of an aluminium alloy, and the pale green colour comes from a corrosion-protecting coating applied to the bare metal. The structure will be placed atop the single F414-GE-100 jet engine to form the X-59’s tail and contribute to the aircraft’s overall height of 14ft. Designed to produce quiet sonic ‘thumps’ when flying supersonic, the X-59 will be flown over select communities to measure public perception of the sound. Results will be given to regulators to use in determining new rules that...
Coca-Cola announced its foray into the European alcohol market with the launch of the Topo Chico hard seltzer in 330ml sleek aluminium can. The company will launch its range in Austria, Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Greece, Republic of Ireland and Ukraine starting next month. The hard seltzer will be available in three flavours: Tangy Lemon Lime, Tropical Mango and Cherry Acai. Coca-Cola Great Britain and Ireland general manager Jon Woods commented: “We are very excited about this launch and the possibilities for this brand in Great Britain and Ireland. We are confident that we have a fantastic product in Topo Chico Hard Seltzer in a dynamic new category. The hard seltzer category is most developed in the US, where it has grown exponentially in the past few years.” “With the strength...
Ardagh Group will add two new high-speed beverage can manufacturing lines at its Olive Branch, Mississippi, facility. This will meet the rising demand for infinitely recyclable beverage cans. The new lines will start production by the end of 2020. The manufacturing will initially focus on the company’s Ardagh Sleek™ line, package sizes recognized across growing beverage categories such as hard seltzers, beer, energy drinks and teas. “The additional capacity strengthens a full range of product sizes available to customers from a network of eight beverage can and end manufacturing locations throughout the U.S.” Claude Marbach, CEO, Ardagh Metal – Beverage North America, said, “This is one of a number of significant capacity expansion investments we are initiating to meet growing demand, as...
HEINEKEN USA has collaborated with Hornell Brewing Co., an affiliated entity of AriZona Beverages for the launch of AriZona SunRise Hard Seltzer to the U.S. market. The new range will be available in a variety 12-pack and single-serve cans. The companies will launch new range in the first quarter of 2021. AriZona SunRise Hard Seltzer will be available in four flavours: Mucho Mango, Cherry Punch, Lemon and Grapefruit. “As both family owned companies and brand building powerhouses, there are many synergies between HEINEKEN USA and AriZona, making this a winning partnership to bring our unique seltzer proposition to the market,” Don Vultaggio, Chairman for AriZona Beverage Co. said. “AriZona is an iconic player in the beverage industry, famous for bringing delicious and all-natural...
Google seems to have reached its goal of including recycled materials in its gadgets by recently producing Pixel 5 with 100 per cent recycled aluminium. Earlier this year, Google announced its commitment towards climate action plan for the next decade, along with its commitment towards incorporating recycled materials in all its products by 2022. “Last year, consumer hardware made public our ambition to leave people, the planet and our communities better than we found them. We committed that all of our products would include recycled materials by 2022. We hit that goal early: This year all of the new Pixel and Nest products are designed with recycled material,” wrote David Bourne, Google’s Sustainability Systems Architect. Google Pixel 5 is the brand’s first phone being made with recycled...
Panama's dollarized economy rests primarily on a well-developed services sector that accounts for three-quarters of GDP. Strong economic performance has not translated into broadly shared prosperity as Panama has the second-worst income distribution in Latin America. In 2020, Panama's economy should slow further amid lower mining sector growth, fewer expected infrastructure projects, and subdued activity in the Canal due to weaker global trade growth. The country on the isthmus linking Central and South America has recorded import of aluminium foil of 1527 tonnes during 2018-19 and expenditure occurred for the import stood at $7.36 million. The import for 2020 has been evaluated at 1232 tonnes and expenditure to stand at $7.60 million; when the import volume and expenditure of the...
P&G Beauty has announced the launch of its latest packaging innovation across its brands Head & Shoulders, Pantene, Herbal Essences and Aussie. The company will introduce a refill system for their shampoo, thanks to a new reusable 100% aluminium bottle and recyclable refill pouch. The company is set to reduce virgin plastic usage by 50% in shampoos and conditioners bottles by the end of 2021. Speaking at the Reuters Responsible Business Summit, Artur Litarowicz, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Haircare for P&G Europe said; “We need to start turning the tide on the plastic waste crisis and there is no time to waste when it comes to protecting our planet. That is why I’m thrilled to announce a new packaging innovation called the ‘good refill system’. This will allow consumers...
Arsenal teamed up with Ball Corporation to help the club and its millions of fans to reduce their impact on the environment. They will look at how the club can use aluminium packaging to build on the sustainability practices already employed. “The parties involved will also use exclusive player access and digital communications in the stadium and beyond to promote the importance of recycling for Arsenal fans and their communities around the world.” The collaboration is part of a global agreement between Arsenal’s owners Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) and Ball Corporation. The agreement will advance sustainability in sports and entertainment, and raise awareness of sustainable beverage packaging at sports venues. “Arsenal joins a prestigious list of KSE teams to partner with Ball...
The British multinational automotive company Jaguar Land Rover is entering in research trials to test the competence of advanced lightweight metals and composites to be used in future vehicles. The subsidiary of the Indian automotive company Tata Motor’s, JLR is headquartered in Whitley, Coventry, United Kingdom is taking part in a two-year project, which will use technology developed for the aerospace industry to understand how materials respond to corrosive environments, in global markets and over rigorous terrains. Samples of new metals and composites planned for use in future Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles will be built into aerospace-grade sensors and put through their paces in some of the world’s most extreme physical conditions, tested for over 400,000km across North America. The...
Jet Energy, a Moroccan EPC Contractor specialized in the construction, operation and maintenance of photovoltaic power plants has developed multiple power generation projects in Francophone Africa and now they are coming up with storage systems. On 20 th October’20, as a part of an agreement signed with the Moroccan company, the Swedish firm Azelio, who uses recycled aluminium as the storage medium, will supply the systems. Jonas Eklind, CEO, Azelio said: “French-speaking Africa is one of the markets where we see that our technology for long-term (30 years) energy storage (TES.POD) can bring great benefits. We are delighted to be working with Jet Energy in their efforts to provide customers with reliable and affordable renewable energy production around the clock.” The systems to be...
Comboios de Portugal (CP), the national operator has assigned Stadler Rail its first contract to deliver 1668 mm gauge versions of its Flirt regional multiple-unit family for use on the Iberian Peninsula. On 21 st October’20, €158 million agreement was signed which covers 10 electric multiple-units and 12 electro-diesel units, along with staff training and four years of maintenance. The modular design will enable the bi-mode units to be converted to electric-only operation, or the diesel generators to be replaced by batteries, depending on the operator’s future needs. The three-car aluminium bodied EMUs will be 63·2 m long, while the BMUs with an extra power module will be 74·4 m. They will have 214 seats and a total capacity of 375 passengers, with wi-fi, step-free access from platforms...
Kingsland Drinks has announced the introduction of four gin and vodka-based ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails in the UK. The new collections called Mix Up are available in four flavours- a gin and tonic, a gin and diet tonic, a strawberry infused ‘pink’ gin and tonic and a vodka, lemonade and lime. These ranges are available in 250ml can in Co-op, Nisa and Costcutter stores for an RRP of £1 per can. Nathan McGivern, marketing manager for Mix Up, Kingsland Drinks said, “With consumers increasingly shopping to stock up their cupboards we have seen the pre-mix cocktail category grow due to the demand for multi-buys.” “Much like shopping for beer; pre-mix consumers are looking for the convenience of having their go-to spirit combination in the fridge for when they fancy one. Mix Up has been...
The Indian natural skincare brand Vilvah, based in Tamil Nadu consciously takes sustainable measures, as it recently launched a recycling program, where a consumer can bring empty containers to their physical stores for discounts. Villa firmly believes that saving the earth is an individual responsibility and being a natural skincare brand, it consciously takes sustainable measures in every step forward. The firm has decided to go plastic-free in the year 2019 and from then the sustainability journey continues. As per Vilvah, they found that aluminium can be recycled an infinite number of times and it has high scrap value. It requires low energy for recycling and of all the aluminium ever produced 75% is still in use today. The major sales of the brand happen online, so they felt to...
