Ducati has unveiled the Desmo450 SM, a new production supermoto developed from its Desmo450 MX platform, featuring an aluminium twin-spar frame. This is designed to combine low weight, rigidity and strength. The motorcycle made its debut during World Ducati Week and is aimed at competition use. The Desmo450 SM uses the same aluminium frame architecture as the motocross model. Ducati says the frame has also been designed to allow a straighter intake route while maintaining the strength and rigidity needed for high-performance riding. The bike has a fuel capacity of 7.2 litres. The company has also focused on reducing weight in other areas. Its Bartubeless wheel system, for example, removes inner tubes and cuts rotating and unsprung mass by 1.2kg. The motorcycle also features a cast...
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...
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KFC Ashfield store has reportedly got a low maintenance redesign solution from DECO’s timber finish aluminium cladding system. Besides a low maintenance product, KFC Ashfield has sought an attractive solution that would complement their new branding and at the same time provide a warm friendly atmosphere for family dinners. The new look features DecoClad V-Groove aluminium cladding in DecoWood’s natural Blackbutt timber finish. This attractive cladding is installed on the outside of the parapet tower above the entry, behind the iconoc Colonel logo. This overall renders a decorative look to the display and enhances the KFC brand with the stylish, natural, and beautiful timber finish. KFC’s chosen builder Network Refurbishment and Construction has installed this lightweight aluminium...
Ball Corporation, the leader in aluminium aerosol packaging, announced that it will launch its 360° aerosol can at the ADF&PCD exhibition, the world's biggest event for the aerosol, dispensing, perfume and cosmetic packaging community. The ADF&PCD exhibition will be held in Paris on Jan. 30 and 31, 2019. Source:Ball Corporation Ball said the newly developed technology brings another dimension to can contouring, using a process that allows custom shaping, symmetrically or asymmetrically, up to the full circumference of the can, ultimately benefiting both brand owners and end consumers, it said in its press release. The company paired its graphics expertise with innovative shaping to produce a can that is visually engaging from every angle. Global Innovations Director, Jason Galley said:...
Two United States senators Doug Jones (Democrat, Alabama) and Lamar Alexander (Republican Tennessee) have reportedly reintroduced the law that would delay the imposition of additional Section 232 tariffs on automobiles and automotive parts imported by the US. On January 15, the senator said in a statement that The Automotive Jobs Act would require the International Trade Commission (ITC) to conduct a comprehensive study of the well-being, health, and vitality of the US automotive industry before tariffs could be applied. “This bill would delay the administration’s proposed 25% tariff on automobiles and automotive parts imported into the United States until the president has a second opinion from the International Trade Commission about the effect those tariffs would have on the more than...
Innoval Technology has announced another training course about the application of aluminium automotive sheet after one successful course last year. The Aluminium Automotive Sheet training course offered by Innoval Technology will be 2.5 days long and will include a visit to Jaguar Land Rover’s manufacturing facility in Solihull. Since the use of aluminium is comparatively new to many automotive companies which have been working with steel so far, such courses are helpful in making them aware of the benefits and use of the light metal technology in automotive. The course is specifically designed for companies that are using aluminium automotive sheet for the first time in their manufacturing process. The course will help participants to understand the automotive sheet from a materials...
South Wales-based Fentrade Limited was helped by Henry Howard Finance (HHF) to buy new equipment to enable it to produce high volumes of aluminium windows. Fentrade, established in August 2018, manufactures aluminium windows, bi-fold doors and commercial entrance systems for businesses. Matt Jones, Head of Asset Finance at Henry Howard Finance, said: “With Brexit uncertainty having an impact across the board, the manufacturing industry is reportedly feeling the pinch more than most, so we so we are thrilled that we have helped Fentrade to invest in the right machinery and secure a leading edge in its marketplace. “We always try work with businesses to meet their funding requirements. We look at a company’s future earning potential, and not just past performance, especially with start-ups...
There were more than 3.5 million passenger electric vehicles (EVs) sold globally and about 421,000 electric buses at the end of June 2018, bringing the total number of EVs sold to 3.97 million, according to a new report from Bloomberg New Energy Finance. The use of EV in passenger cars and public transport drove demand for aluminium rolling sheets and extrusions. The production of new energy vehicles also fuelled the demand for aluminium alloy not only in China but also all around the globe. Aluminium demand for EVs in 2018 (without taking into account charging infrastructure) is expected to be around 250,000 tonnes, assuming average aluminium content of around 250 kg per vehicle, analysts estimated. The content of rolled and extruded aluminium products in EVs is expected to remain...
After signature ridged suitcases using aluminium, Rimowa has reportedly launched a new line of Apple iPhone cases. And the fun fact is that the mobile cases are modelled after the signature aluminium luggage of Rimowa. <iframe width="540" height="260" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZxxQ4nx82NE" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> The cases are made for the latest iPhone models like XR, XS, and XS Max. The cases are centred around the German suitcase purveyor’s classic aluminium suitcases with recognizable grooved designs. The Aluminium Groove Cases are constructed out of the same lightweight aluminium used on RIMOWA luggage and come complete with a shockproof TPU perimeter band for enhanced grip and...
2018 was a challenging year for the transport industry as the year saw a great deal of supply chain uncertainty due to tariffs on aluminium. The demand growth was led by the automotive sector. Automakers and the automotive suppliers expressed concern over higher prices of raw materials eating up on profits. On the positive side, 2018 saw numerous product launches, collaborations, development of new materials, growing interest in additive manufacturing and many more, which had driven the aluminium demand. Let’s look back at the top transport news from our end user vertical. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final determination finding current fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions standards for light-duty vehicles model years 2022-2025 are not appropriate. They...
In 2018, Italy’s imports and exports of aluminium structures increased by 10.27% or 3536 tonnes year-on-year and 20.45% or 13213 tonnes year-on-year respectively in 2018. Most of Italy’s aluminium structures export goes to Austria, France, the USA, Germany, Switzerland, Israel, Poland and Spain among others. {newsStudioGallery} Our own third party data shows Italy imported an estimated 34425 tonnes of aluminium structures in 2017 and total cost of import was at USD 124 million . The country’s estimated aluminium structures import was at 37961 tonnes in 2018 and the cost of import was at USD 123 million . The country’s import of aluminium structures is estimated to be about 37326 tonnes by the end of this year. The value of import is estimated to stand at USD 106 million . Italy exported...
Bajaj Auto’s flagship product Dominar 400 is awaited to appear in new, upgraded avatar later this month, and take the company’s sales to a whole new height. 2019 Bajaj Dominar will have various new features such as all-new twin exhaust system with brushed aluminium finish. The exhaust system is not dual barrel and sounds much deeper and fruitier than the current version. The bike will also get upside down front forks, which is one of the biggest updates in the vehicle. Bajaj has also reportedly introduced a new instrument cluster on the upcoming Dominar 400. It becomes brighter than before. Other updated features include average fuel economy, instantaneous fuel efficiency, service reminder, and engine kill switch position. The secondary information display cluster will show information...
Australian shipbuilder Incat Tasmania reportedly launched a new aluminium-hulled catamaran in December, named Saint John Paul II, for Malta-based ship owner Virtu Ferries. The vessel, which is going to be the largest high-speed catamaran in the Mediterranean, is due to begin sea trials in January 2019. The catamaran is powered by four 9,100-kW 20-cylinder Series 8000 MTU 58000M71L engines and also features supplied four 8V 2000 M51A gensets supplied by MTU. It is fitted with four ZF60000 gearboxes, with reduction ratio suited for optimum jet shaft speed. The catamaran has a total accommodation capacity of 900 passengers and 167 vehicles on 490 lane metres. The RoPax will further increase the capacity of the vessel for trucks by 43%, passengers by 15 per cent, and for cars by 7 per cent...
The 2019 WorldStar competition, organised by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) continues to endorse aluminium foil as one of the major packaging materials globally, considering its recycling and convenience values. Four aluminium foil products, which had already won the coveted Alufoil Trophy in 2018, picked up WorldStars awards for 2019. The winners were announced recently. Constantia Flexibles International, from Austria, received a WorldStar for the Cat Milk in Aluminium Portion-Pack in the food category. The company made packaging for Animonda´s Milkies portion-packs. Aluminium packs proved ideal, due to their excellent barrier properties and ability to protect the content for 12-month shelf life. Opening, dispensing and disposing of the totally recyclable packaging is very...
Dutch superyacht builder Heesen has reportedly shared information regarding its technical developments and testing of 80.7 metre Cosmos, the shipyard’s largest project till date. Per the report, Cosmos will support a series of phenomenal technological feats that require a rigorous testing process by utilising the Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF). The yacht’s keel laying ceremony is scheduled for May 2019. <iframe width="540" height="260" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zIFbk-HvDX8" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Ahead of the keel laying ceremony, the shipyard intends to complete the proof-of-concept and testing process, comprised of several stages starting with the yacht’s base naval...
Italian custom superyacht builder Baglietto has reportedly begun construction on its 40M Hull all-aluminium fully custom yacht. Featuring exterior design by Horacio Bozzo and interior design by Salvagni Architetti, Baglietto is a 39.75 metre luxury yacht. As per the report, it is scheduled for the delivery on 2020 to an American owner. Baglietto has revealed the first rendering of the yacht, which it says shows the sporty, elegant character. Chief Executive Michele Gavino says that the yard is very proud of the project while adding further that “it represents another step towards the constructive excellence, which is the main goal of all our efforts and again a demonstration of the shipyard’s intention to keep pursuing technical innovation and developing our naval engineering...
Deceuninck Group has partnered with So Easy Holding BVBA for “So Easy” aluminium window systems of So Easy System Sp.z.o.o., a designer and manufacturer of innovative aluminium window systems active in Eastern Europe. The company, with an annual turnover of € 12 million euro, has a state of the art production plant in Poland. Source:http:www.deceuninck.com Francis Van Eeckhout, CEO said: “I am very happy with this transaction and look forward to the cooperation with So Easy Holding BVBA. This joint-venture perfectly complements the aluminium offering we are developing in Turkey and Western Europe. During the first half of 2019, focus of So Easy will be on our customers in Eastern Europe. Headquartered in Hooglede-Gits (BE), Deceuninck is a top 3 independent manufacturer of PVC and...
Roto Aluvision has added a new “Roto Solid C” concealed door hinge to its Roto Door range. Roto has presented “Solid C” concealed door hinge at the BAU 2019, the World's leading trade fair for everyone involved in designing aluminium facades, windows and doors. “With the new “Roto Solid C” concealed door hinge, Roto is now offering manufacturers of aluminium doors a particularly attractive system for producing this kind of main door. It is already suitable for use in many conventional profiles as standard. Custom solutions for additional profile systems are also possible”, the company said. “Solid C” meets the increasingly stringent requirements for a high level of burglary protection and durability. It reliably ensures that even doors weighing 140 kg are easy to open and close. “Solid C”...
Ford Motor Company reportedly unveiled the all-new Shelby GT500, the most powerful mustang ever with 700 horsepower, at the 2018 Detroit Motor Show. The company says it is the quickest street-legal acceleration and most high-performance technology to date. The vehicle comes with a supercharged 5.2 litre aluminium alloy engine built by hand. Just like the Shelby GT350, the aluminium alloy block features weight-saving wire-arc cylinder liners and high-flow aluminium cylinder heads along with larger forged connecting rods, improved lubrication and cooling passages. Besides, its 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, designed for a number of drive modes including normal, slippery, sport, drag and track, ensures smooth shift in less than 100 milliseconds. The dual-clutch also features line-lock and...
Carlisle Companies Incorporated has completed the acquisition of Elk Grove Village, Illinois-based Petersen Aluminum Corporation for approximately $197 million in an all-cash transaction. Petersen’s manufactures and distributes architectural metal roof panels, steel and aluminium flat sheets and coils, wall panels, perimeter roof edge systems and related accessories for commercial, residential, institutional, industrial and agricultural markets. Chris Koch, CEO and President of Carlisle , said, "The acquisition of Petersen is part of our strategy of providing customers with a portfolio of high quality, innovative products and solutions that meet an increasing array of their building envelope needs.” “Petersen is an excellent fit with our recent acquisitions in the metal roofing space,...
