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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In a significant step towards Make in India initiative, the BrahMos missile team has used five different grades of specialty aluminium alloy developed in India to construct various critical parts of the world's first and only supersonic cruise missile. They have used five different grades of wrought aluminium alloys in eight semi-product forms, which are developed in nine different heat treatment conditions. The state-own Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) locally developed the alloy that was earlier imported from Russia. The move is also significant towards the development and capacity enhancement of the BhraMos missile, since the use of locally developed alloy in the construction of the fuel tank and airframe of the missile will save substantial costs for the...
Valspar has designed a special Acrylicoat acrylic coating for extruded-aluminium architectural products in order to deliver a smooth, glass-like, extremely hard finish. Valspar Corp.’s Acrylicoat acrylic coating features a propriety resin system developed by Sherwin-Williams Coil and Extrusion Coatings, which can give extra tough finish to architectural aluminium extrusions. The company further says the coating is well-suited for high-traffic areas such as window and door frames, metal panels, column covers and other aluminium extrusions. The coating is suitable for both interior and exterior applications. The hard surface resists scratches, and meets or exceeds the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 2603-17 industry standard for high-performance coatings. The acrylic...
Hospital acquired infections or healthcare-associated infections are the most frequent adverse situations that arise in health-care delivery procedures worldwide. In low-to-middle income countries the frequency of HAI is almost always on the higher side. Researchers across disciplines have been trying to find a way to lower this frequency. Recently, a team of researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, was successful in coming up with a solution using etched aluminium surfaces. Source: www.biospectrumindia.com The scientists used etched aluminium to kill bacteria of both the drug-sensitive and drug-resistant varieties. They used sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide of different concentrations to etch the aluminium alloy for different time periods. The etched...
The export of aluminium containers for compressed gas from India is inching towards a major drop in 2017. From 967.67 tonnes in 2016, the export of this major commercial category of aluminium packaging is projected to reach 695.4 tonnes by December end. Imposition of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the rate of 18 per cent is thought have impacted upon the outbound trade of the commodity. However, the post-GST effect is expected to fade out soon putting export industry in India back on the fast track. India’s export of aluminium containers for compressed gas has been increasing steadily on a yearly basis since 2015. From 249 tonnes in 2014 it surged to reach 972.6 tonnes in 2015. In 2016, the export remained nearly flat at 968 tonnes. Source: www.exporttrust.com Global trade data suggests...
Hong Kong-based investment holding company Man Yue Technology Holdings Limited won “The Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Innovative Technology Achievement Award - Innovative Technology" by The Hong Kong Federation of Innovative Technologies and Manufacturing Industries (FITMI). The company manufactures and distributes aluminium electrolytic capacitors, conductive polymer aluminium solid capacitors and other electronic components. It operates state-of-the-art aluminium electrolytic capacitors manufacturing facilities in Dongguan, Wuxi and Jiangxi of Mainland China. Mr. Chan Yu Ching Eugene, Managing Director of Man Yue Technology said, "We are honoured that our decade-long effort in R&D and production gained recognition from FITMI. Since 2004, Man Yue Technology has long been committed...
Aluminium tubes and pipes demand maintained an upward from industries such as construction, building, transportation and others. It is projected the demand for this product will grow in foreseeable future because of continuous expenditure in these sectors. According to the Product Complexity Index (PCI), aluminium pipes are the 683rd most traded product and the 422nd most complex product. Spain purchased $299 billion of goods in 2016. The country’s imports have decreased at an annualized rate of -0.823%, from $352 billion in 2011 to $299 billion in 2016. Spain’s aluminium tubes and pipes imports have been declining for the past last three years. International trade data shows, Spain imported about 8963 tonnes of aluminium tubes and pipes in 2016, down from 12160 tonnes a year ago. In...
The global caps & closures market is growing at CAGR of 4.9%-5.9% rate annually and is projected to reach US$68.71 billion size by 2021. Aluminium caps and closures market, when studied in the context of this growth, can be seen slowing down moderately because of the rising demand of plastic caps & closures, corks, and a faster shift to PET-disposable bottles. Although aluminium still remains the most viable packaging material in terms of lightness, formability, effective barrier quality, and recyclability (read- environmental friendliness), rising competition from a number of new-age packaging materials is making it somewhat unattractive to the bottle makers. Nevertheless, there are silver linings- China’s beer packaging sector, for example, is shifting to aluminium cans. With one of the...
To stand out and make a difference is not every brand’s cup of tea. BMW did it and how! The luxury car maker set the green standard for all EV manufacturers by using in its newest launch BMW i3, aluminium recycled from 560 beverage cans! The new BMW B-class, high-roof hatchback with an electric powertrain features extensive body parts made of recycled aluminium sheet. Its dash and door panels are made from seagrass and unbleached eucalyptus wood, and the centre console is nothing but recycled plastic. The leather seats inside the electric car are tanned using an olive leaf extract and the passenger cell is made from carbon-fibre reinforced plastic. And that is not all! The German factory where the new BMW i3 electric cars are being manufactured runs on wind power. The use of aluminium and...
Ardagh Group, a global leader in glass and metal packaging solutions for the world's biggest consumer brand, announced that they will produce 25cl shaped aluminium bottle for Coca-Cola. Coca-Cola has teamed up with Ardagh to manufacture the most eye-catching packaging presentation for limited edition Star Wars: The Last Jedi Coca-Cola Zero Sugar bottles. The aluminium bottles will be available from selected retailers in the UK, France and Benelux. Marc Bettinger, Ardagh’s Sales Director for Aluminium Packaging, commented: “It is an honour for us to be associated with one of the most iconic film franchises over the past half century, and to produce another striking limited edition shaped aluminium bottle for Coca-Cola.” “Each 25cl shaped aluminium bottle uses the award winning high...
Lamborghini announced the launch of the Urus, a sub-5,000-pound “Super SUV” that was built using steel and aluminium. In contrast to the OEM’s past experience with carbon fiber, Lamborghini’s press release on Monday highlighted a “blend of aluminium and steel” that was used in the body-in-white and exterior or the Urus. “At a curb weight of less than 2,200 kg, Lamborghini’s team of designers and R&D engineers focused on weight reduction throughout the car’s chassis, with an intelligent materials mix to ensure maximum stiffness for the best possible comfort and handling as well as lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions,” the press release of the OEM wrote. The press release confirms that the chassis of the car is a blend of aluminium and steel supported by frameless aluminium doors....
Ford has approved Chief’s new Ford Aluminum Truck/SUV Structural Holding Package as tools for repairing collision damage to the all-new Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs. It is an expansion of Chief’s current F-150 Holding Kit. Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator full-size SUVs feature high-strength, military-grade aluminium bodies on a high-strength steel frame, which was first popularised by F-150. The Chief repairing package aims at holding the vehicle to the frame rack during collision repair. The package contains more than 50 components that hold the vehicle to the frame rack firmly at a wide range of holding points. A rolling tool board organizes the entire content of the package for easy portability. The new improved package also includes an additional pair of rigid pad...
The European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), organisers of the Alufoil Trophy, have announced the closing date for the next competition has been extended to 15 December 2017. This is to enable as many companies as possible to prepare entries, which will be judged in January 2018. The Alufoil Trophy is the most prestigious competition recognizing excellence and innovation in aluminium foil, for resource efficiency, consumer convenience, technical innovation, product protection and marketing/design. Past winners have gone on to claim many other significant awards, such as WPO WorldStars. Entries can cover a single category, or be entered across several, increasing the chances to capture the most coveted award in the aluminium foil sector. At least one product will gain the highly prized...
Ball Corporation has collaborated with leading sparkling water brand PERRIER to create limited edition can for the French and Belgium markets. The Perrier X Wild limited edition has seen a close collaboration between Ball and PERRIER to bring to life the colourful and vibrant designs created by rising Cuban artist, Juan Travieso. Sophie Vanhersecke, International Coordination & Packaging Manager at PERRIER said: “Ball was great in helping us to create a can that showcased the wild nature of PERRIER using Juan Travieso’s artwork.” “The new limited edition offering utilises Ball’s 25-centiliter Slim can, which further highlights the rise in brands exploring slimmer can options. Traditionally a popular choice amongst energy drink brands, the modern look of the Slim range is attracting a wide...
The global mining and metals industry giant Rio Tinto Group has acknowledged China for boosting the use of aluminium cans in the carbonated beverage packaging sector. “In the packaging sector, especially around soft drinks and beer in China, we’re seeing a shift from glass to aluminum,” Rio Tinto Aluminium Chief Executive Officer Alf Barrios said in an interview recently. Aluminium demand will rise at a CAGR of 4 per cent over the next five years, and global consumption of refined metal- at 3-4 per cent per annum rate during 2018-2019, observed Barrios. With China implementing production cut policy, the price gains in the primary aluminium vertical will flow down the value chain thereby incentivizing Chinese packaging companies to add new capacity elsewhere. The shares of Chinese...
Cardiff-based aluminium fabricator Dudley’s Aluminium announced that it has won a new Cardiff Capital Quarter student accommodation contract worth £1million. The company will install the Kawneer capped curtain walling, windows and doors as well as state-of-the-art doors. Work will begin early next year on the project and may complete in November. Colin Shorney, Managing Director of Dudley’s commented: “We are thrilled to have secured the new Cardiff Capital Quarter student accommodation contract and to be working with ISG plc again." “We have worked with ISG on a number of projects, including the new BBC Cymru Wales headquarters, so we are happy to be working with them again on the construction of the new student accommodation. The project is sure to be an exciting one that will bring a...
Vivocom International Holdings Bhd, a supplier of telecommunication engineering, construction and aluminium design and fabrication services, announced results for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2017 (3QFY17). The company reported fall in net profit in the third quarter 2017 to RM6.27 million from RM12.15 million. During January- September, net profit decreased to RM17.22 million from RM53.03 million. Vivocom’s revenue increased to RM61.45 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2017, from RM55.91 million a year ago. During January- September, revenue dropped to RM148.42 million from RM319.01 million. “The Aluminium segment contributed 26.8% of the total revenue for the current financial quarter ended 30 September 2017.” “For current financial quarter and year-to-date, Aluminium...
Leading British manufacturer, distributor, and recycler of PVC-housing products Eurocell recently added to its product portfolio a breakthrough aluminium bi-fold door system. StudioGlide with its minimalistic deign and sightlines promises maximum performance, minimum maintenance and unlimited flexibility. Eurocell developed the aluminium bi-fold system for both residential and commercial projects. It is scaleable to frame heights as high as 2.5m and widths of up to 6.5m and hence, can fit any aperture. StudioGlide ensures top security despite its ‘glass wall’ appearance, as it comes with full PAS 24 accreditation. The aluminium panel is also glazed from the inside to enhance security. Eurocell has used bespoke gaskets in the aluminium bi-fold door system to get the best weather...
The Netherlands based lifeboat manufacturer Verhoef has won the first delivery contract of aluminium freefall lifeboats for the Valhall Flank West project in Norway. The lifeboats with electric propulsion named Valhall Flank West will be used for the first time on the Norwegian Continental Shelf and globally. The special lifeboat is designed for higher speed and minimal maintenance, thanks to its exclusive lightweight aluminium built. It is powered by an electric motor instead of a diesel engine that will give an added advantage. The all-aluminium freefall lifeboat Type FL50-NS-EP is built to accommodate maximum 32 persons (@100 kg body weight), and complies with DNV-GL-ST-E406. The battery pack can power a continuous 30-minutes sail at full speed, and 10 hours after that, at almost half...
