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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Poralu Marine, the world’s leading aluminium port installer is opening a new sales office in Mexico and emphasizing the diversification of its activity. Born from a family entrepreneurial adventure, Poralu Marine grew up following in the footsteps of artisans, until it became an international industrial group. Retaining its pioneering DNA, it has gradually acquired cutting-edge skills. Developing unique solutions and equipment for the boating industry is the key business of Poralu Marine. The company has designed, built and installed equipment in more than 8,000 port facilities around the world - including the famous floating and opening gangways used at boat shows. The French-based company, which specializes in the design and construction of aluminium structures, is entering the Mexico...
Slovenian industrial conglomerate Hidria, a major car industry supplier, made public that it had signed a € 15 million deal with Germany's Audi and Porsche and Italy's Lamborghini under which it will develop and supply them with key aluminium engine parts. Hidria is one of the world-leading corporations in automotive and industrial technologies. The Idrija based company in the next five years will be delivering parts for high-performance diesel and petrol engines for premium and super-sport vehicles of the three marques. Audi, Porsche and Lamborghini will furnish in their vehicles aluminium parts developed in Hidria, which will make the vehicles lighter and more efficient, with better fuel economy, faster acceleration and lower emissions.
Honor, a company owned by Huawei Technologies has glared its entry into a new segment in India. The company has launched its first laptop — Honor MagicBook 15 in the country. The Honor MagicBook 15 comes with an aluminium chassis and a pop-up webcam which is hidden beneath the camera button placed on the keyboard. The MagicBook 15 users just have to tap on the camera button on the keyboard which will make the camera pop-up. The company professes that this hidden camera technique will safeguard the privacy of the user and will secure them against remote hijacking and peeping. The Laptop comes in Space Gray and Mystic Silver colour options and is priced at INR 42,990. The laptop will be available through online window starting 6 th August’20. As part of the launch offer, the company is...
CANPACK announced that it has started commercial production of aluminium beverage cans at its greenfield investment in Stribro. The company is manufacturing beverage cans for the Plzeňský Prazdroj, a prominent Czech brewery and a member of the Asahi Group. “This facility is a landmark in Canpack’s continued strategic partnership with Asahi and Plzeňský Prazdroj. Yet another step to becoming the global partner of choice for impactful, experience-enhancing and sustainable packaging solutions” said Stephen McAneny, Group Commercial Officer at CANPACK. The new facility with a total value of over 100 mln Euro is located in the town of Stříbro – in the region of Pilsen, western Czech Republic. The annual capacity of the plant will reach approximately 1 billion cans with a potential for further...
Showa Aluminum Can Corporation (SAC), a consolidated subsidiary of Showa Denko), headquartered in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, held a ceremony on 29 th July’20 to celebrate the completion of its third base in Vietnam to produce aluminium cans. This new production base is in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, located in the southern part of Vietnam. Ba Ria-Vung Tau Factory is the third production base of Hanacans Joint Stock Company (Hanacans), which is a consolidated Vietnamese subsidiary of SAC, and has production lines with a capacity to produce 1.3 billion can body per year. In addition to the construction of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Factory, Hanacans is now installing an additional line to produce can ends in its Bac Ninh Factory located in the suburb of Hanoi. SAC acquired shares in Hanacans in May 2014 and...
Nubia Watch has launched as the latest product offering from the company. With headquarters in China, Nubia now has operations around the world including North America, South America, Europe, Russia, Southeast Asia and India. Nubia is committed to providing unique and innovative technology, products and services to consumers who crave the joy of adventures and discoveries. The Nubia Watch is a new variant of the Nubia Alpha smartwatch launched last year. The wearable comes with a flexible AMOLED screen, eSIM support, and offers 36 hours of battery with regular use. There's also a bunch of other accessories that have been introduced in China, and this includes a Red Magic Type-C wired headset, a Red Magic Wi-Fi 6 gaming router, and GaN fast chargers. Starting with the Nubia Watch, the...
Ball Corporation announced the release of its seventh biennial sustainability report. It covers calendar years 2018 and 2019. The company outlines its role in driving the transition to a real circular economy and includes a framework for how the industry can achieve an ambitious circular model. This framework calls for 100% collection, extended producer responsibility and improved sorting infrastructure. "Ball's commitment to sustainability is driving transformational change throughout our company and industry," said John A. Hayes, chairman, president and CEO of Ball. "We are dedicated to ensuring that our business operations and products are sustainable for the long term, from an environmental, social and economic perspective. We are excited to report on our progress and share our...
Hugyfot, Belgium based developing and manufacturing underwater housings for DSLR cameras is now shipping new macro ports machined from a solid block of high strength aluminium. The company’s new bayonet mount system mainly for a method of mechanical attachment, as for fitting a lens for the camera is featuring with double O-ring. The new ports are hard anodized in red or black and Surlon KE coated for maximum corrosion resistance. Four ports are available: the MP35 ALU, a universal port that suits all macro lenses when combined with an appropriate extension ring; the MP60 ALU, which is designed for the Nikon AF-S 60mm f/2.8 lens; the MP90 ALU, which is specifically for the Nikon AF-S 105mm f/2.8; and the MP100 ALU, tailored to the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8. All the ports feature mineral BK7...
Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) has appointed two new vice presidents: Michael J. Smaha as vice president of government affairs and Derek D. Swick as vice president of regulatory and technical affairs. Smaha will lead CMI's federal and state legislative strategy. Swick will spearhead the regulatory and scientific issues. "Both Mike and Derek bring passion and energy, along with a wealth of experience in their respective disciplines," said Budway. "We are very excited to build the public affairs department at CMI and look forward to these gentlemen strengthening the industry’s sustainability narrative, along with the strong innovations made in can manufacturing, with federal and state legislators, regulators and other important stakeholders." Smaha has more than 20 years of experience in...
The economy of Portugal is ranked 42nd in the World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Report for 2017–2018. The great majority of international trade is done within the European Union. The Portuguese economy bailed out by the European Union nine years ago, is booming. It is enjoying its highest economic growth in nearly two decades. Portugal’s import-export of aluminium foil reflects a continuous growth during 2017-20, though the import market remains extremely strong when compared to the export of aluminium foils. The southern European nation’s aluminium foil import during 2017-19 has been recorded at 26,082 tonnes and the revenue expenditure stood at $103.65 million. The estimated import for 2020 has been analysed at 10,505 tonnes and the expenditure might reach $42.41 million....
Beams Plus has once again tapped into Briefing for its latest reiteration of the Heavy Duty suitcase, pursuing on their long-established partnership. The Heavy Duty has been wrapped completely in aluminium this time around to match its name, offering unprecedented structural integrity while keeping weight to a minimum, stylized with a modern metallic lustre. Adding more to its durability, the aluminium shell is complemented with a contrasting black polypropylene frame. On the interior, a partition panel keeps all your packing neat and tidy, while an integrated hanger store for all essentials once the user arrives at a destination. The Briefing x Beams plus Heavy Duty suitcase comes in two sizes: an 8.5-pound 35L carry-on and a 13-pound 98L check-in size, with prices ranging from $741 to...
Ball Corporation has inked two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) in Europe – one for the Corral Nuevo project with wpd and one for the Brattmyrliden project with Falck Renewables – for 93.4 megawatts (MW) of additional wind energy. The agreement will allow the company to address approximately 63% of the European electricity load utilized in its aluminium beverage packaging plants (excluding Russia) with new renewable energy. This will also help the company to reduce its Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions generated in Europe by approximately 60% compared to 2019. "These milestone renewable energy deals in Europe affirm Ball's steadfast commitment to reduce absolute carbon emissions within our operations and through our value chain," said Kathleen Pitre, chief commercial and...
Ardagh Group announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020. The company reported revenue of $1,606 million for the quarter, 5% lower than the prior year at constant currency, with growth of 3% in Metal Beverage Packaging. Paul Coulson, Chairman and Chief Executive, said “The Group performed well in the quarter, reflecting strong execution and the defensive end markets we serve. Earnings grew in Metal Beverage Packaging, while Glass Packaging’s performance was very resilient. Demand for sustainable packaging remains strong and we continue to progress our growth investment projects. We also availed of favourable markets to improve our capital structure and ended the quarter with total liquidity of $1.6 billion. Overall trading trends in June were positive and we are...
Frank and Honest has announced that it has launched its new aluminium coffee capsules, embarking a significant step in sustainable journey. The company says that these aluminium capsules will replace the entire usage of plastic in its coffee capsules. Frank and Honest also explains that using aluminium in capsules will reduce the product's environmental footprint, given that they will be lightweight and recyclable. Besides, aluminium capsules will also notably improve the quality of the coffee as they are airtight, thereby, keep the coffee inside fresh for longer and fully protected from moisture, oxygen, light, and heat. The new coffee capsules are also compatible with all generation Nespresso® machines, excluding Nespresso® Vertuo. When it comes to recycling these capsules, there are...
The Americans are facing a different type of dearth amid the COVID-19 breakout. It is the shortage of aluminium cans and the consequence can lead to pause of peoples preferred alcoholic and non-alcoholic canned beverages. Ann Moore, Spokesperson, Coca-Cola said: “Aluminium cans are in very tight supply with so many people buying more multi-pack products to consume at home.” Presently, companies selling products in aluminium cans have to adjust. As per our sources, brewers like Molson Coors, Brooklyn Brewery, and Karl Strauss are reducing on the brands they sell. Adam Collins, Spokesperson, Molson Coors said: “Everyone who makes anything that goes into a 12-ounce can is being challenged to some respect.” During the ongoing coin deficit, consumers’ changing habits during the COVID-19...
Argentina benefits from rich natural resources, a highly literate population, an export-oriented agricultural sector, and a diversified industrial base. Argentina's economic performance has historically been very uneven, with high economic growth alternating with severe recessions. The major industries of the South American nation are food processing and beverages motor vehicles and auto parts appliances and electronics machinery and equipment chemicals pharmaceuticals glass steel and aluminium cement textiles tobacco products publishing furniture leather. The aluminium cans import of Argentina during 2017-19 displays highly uneven, as the import volume during the phase recorded, was 26,614 tonnes and the expenditures stood at $221.66 million. The estimated import for 2020 was evaluated...
Hyderabad International Airport has been introduced with a multi-ULD (unit load device) Cool Dolly to maintain the cold chain for time and temperature-sensitive shipments such as pharmaceuticals and perishables. Vandana Aggarwal, Senior Economic Advisor, Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), Govt of India, virtually inaugurated Cool Dolly during a webinar. Aluminium insulated container, the Cool Dolly acts as a storage unit from air cargo terminal to the aircraft. They provide an unbroken cold chain to perishable shipments of temperatures of +2C to +8C and +15C to +25C and can handle around 7 tons of cargo in a single trip. Pradeep Panicker, CEO, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd, said, “Cool Dolly is a valuable addition to the unbroken cold chain at Hyderabad International Airport....
Ball Aerosol Packaging Devizes (UK) has collaborated with renowned manufacturers Reabrook Ltd and the Lindal Group to design, produce and fill 25,000 cans of Rainbow hand sanitizer in an effort to help combat the global pandemic. "At Ball, we are committed to supporting our communities with meaningful and impactful actions throughout the COVID-19 pandemic," says Natalie Cox, senior key account manager at Ball Aerosol Packaging. "The communities where we live and work are an integral part of who we are, and during this time of great need, we want to share our expertise to fight the virus and protect those near and dear to us." "We are delighted to work in partnership with Reabrook and Lindal to produce a concrete product to stop the virus from spreading in our communities." The cans are...
