Giant art installation unveiled at Trafford centre for recycle week
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...
Aluminium Extruders Council launches “Look No Further” program
The Aluminium Extruders Council (AEC) today announced the launch of “Look No Further™,” a campaign promoting the capabilities, responsiveness, and innovation of US and Canadian aluminium extruder members of AEC. Developed for manufacturers, engineers, architects, designers, and procurement leaders, the campaign underscores the value of working with AEC extruder members to meet growing demand for aluminium extrusion solutions across transportation, building and construction, consumer products, electrical, machinery and equipment, and other critical markets. “Customers need domestic extrusion partners that can deliver more than shaped aluminium,” said Jason Weber, President of the Aluminium Extruders Council. “The Look No Further™ campaign will reinforce that AEC extruder members offer the...
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Future Aluminium Forum 2020: Keynote speaker announced
Vincent Christ, CEO, ELYSIS, has been announced as the Keynote Speaker at this year’s Future Aluminium Forum, which will take place in Québec City on 25 th – 27 th May 2020. This year’s theme is ‘From Pilot to Everyday’ and Mr Christ will discuss the opportunities that ELYSIS brings for the aluminium industry and for Québec, in view of the upcoming start-up of the ELYSIS Research and Development Centre. Originally developed to assist manufacturers and processors in adopting digital technologies and overcoming the challenges associated with implementation, the Future Aluminium Forum has become the annual meeting place to share case studies and discuss how Industry 4.0 can aid and optimise the aluminium manufacturing process through machine learning, robotics, automation and augmented...
CRU brings its global gathering of cable makers and thought-leaders to London for the first time in its history
CRU, leading provider of cable news, analysis and consulting is to hold its 14th CRU Wire & Cable Conference on 8-10 June 2020. Attracting over 200 key executives, the conference is well established as the premier meeting place for the world’s cable makers and the insulated wire and cable supply chain. The event is set to take place in London for the first time in its history, close to CRU’s headquarters and promises to draw on even more market experts from across the wider CRU business to the interactive discussions and networking during the conference. As a hub for transport and trade, the agenda will be packed with presentations from leading global producers and consumers of wire & cable products for the energy, communication, transport and automotive sectors; and representatives from...
European Aluminium Welcomes Three New Members and Awards Safety Solution Winners
During its general assembly in Montreux (Switzerland), industry association European Aluminium introduced three new member companies and stressed the importance of workplace safety by awarding the three winners of its Safety Solutions competition. “Our growing membership sends a strong signal: aluminium companies from different parts of the value chain and across Europe are keen to work together to address issues in key areas such as energy, the circular economy, trade, innovation, and sustainability. Our association represents more than 80% of all smelting, semi-fabrication, and recycling activity in wider Europe, and our strong representation means we can speak with one voice. This is especially important now that we are facing some tough challenges on the trade front,” said Gerd Götz,...
MOU signing of SMM and HKEX: Strengthen collaboration in global data market
SMM and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today to establish a long-term collaboration in the commodities business. The MOU signing came after the SMM Metals Seminar, which was held on October 29 during LME Week in London. SMM and HKEX conducted detailed docking, exchanged views on data market cooperation and established a strategic partnership to promote mutual business development in the financial and commodities markets. China accounts for more than half of the global metal consumption and has a growing influence on international prices, with SMM playing a crucial role. The new strategic partnership between HKEX and SMM would allow the leveraging of SMM’s data strength, further uplifting the influence of its prices in the...
Industry leaders convene to focus on trade and productivity across Africa at the CRU Africa Wire, Cable & Tube Conference 2019
As interest in the market potential of Africa grows, the inaugural CRU Africa Wire, Cable & Tube Conference is perfectly timed to address the business opportunities for local producers and manufacturers, seeking to establish new trade partnerships with international stakeholders involved in the African steel, copper and aluminium supply chains. This important new event is co-organised by CRU and The Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK), and will be held on 11-13 November 2019 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The conference has attracted strong support from key local associations including the Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa (STEASA) and the Association of Electric Cable Manufacturers of South Africa (AECMSA). International supporters include wire and...
Almex to provide aluminium billet and slab casting technology and equipment to Western Extrusions
Almex USA Inc. has announced its selection as the technology and equipment provider for the future casthouse of Western Extrusions Corporation of Carrollton, Texas, USA. Western is one of the leading independent aluminum extruders in North America and its Carrollton facility among the largest in America at a single site. Western Extrusions awarded Almex USA the order for a “Furnace to Finish” project scope for Western’s billet casting center. The supply scope includes two 110,000 lb capacity Ultra-Ultra-Low NOx and energy efficient Regenerative Combustion Melting Furnaces, Almex’s patented LARS® molten metal degassing and purification system, Almex’s MEGA™ DC casting machine, and the complete casting water management system, along with facility design and all other peripheral casting line...
MMTS 2019: A Three-in-One Mega Event to be held at Chennai during November 28-30
For the First Time in India three concurrent events GDC Tech 2019, LWT 2019 and M&T 2019 are being held in the Conference and Exhibition MMTS 2019. GDC Tech will focus on the upcoming technologies in the Aluminium Die Casting industry. LWT will highlight the Light Weighting Technologies to improve environment and fuel economy. M&T will provide a platform to showcase the latest developments in Measurements and Testing for Automotive and related sectors. GDC Tech will feature exciting events such as Project Competition and Best Casting Competition along with a technical Quiz programme. The Exhibition will be spread across 5500 sqm at Chennai Trade Centre with over 100 stalls showcasing latest technologies, new developments in Aluminium Die Casting, Light Weighting and Measuring & Testing....
Ball reports improved second quarter 2019 results
Ball Corporation reported, on a U.S. GAAP basis, second quarter 2019 net earnings attributable to the corporation of $197 million (including the net effect of after-tax charges of $22 million, or 6 cents per diluted share for business consolidation and other non-comparable costs) or 58 cents per diluted share, on sales of $3.0 billion, compared to $119 million net earnings attributable to the corporation, or 34 cents per diluted share (including the net effect of after-tax charges of $88 million, or 24 cents per diluted share for business consolidation and other non-comparable costs), on sales of $3.1 billion in 2018. Results for the first six months of 2019 were net earnings attributable to the corporation of $314 million, or 92 cents per diluted share, on sales of $5.8 billion, compared...
Hydro Extrusion USA Cressona Plant selects Banyard LFi Smart System
Inductotherm Heating & Welding is pleased to announce the successful Factory Acceptance of a new Banyard induction heater to Hydro Extrusion USA. The heater is combined with a Banyard LFi Smart System, and includes of a Zero Friction, Multi Zone Coil Induction Heater for 10” Aluminium Billets, for the new 10” Cressona High Performance Automotive Press. Inductotherm Banyard have worked closely with Hydro Cressona project managers and with Italian specialist partners to contributed to a new full turn-key aluminium press extrusion plant. The plant will be fully commissioned for production in 2020. Inductotherm Banyard will celebrate 50 years continued service to the Aluminium Industry in 2019, we look forward to meeting existing and new customers at Aluminium USA, Nashville, 2019 and present...
Gillespie & Powers enters into strategic partnership with Remelt Technologies
Gillespie & Powers Inc. has entered into a Strategic Partnership with Remelt Technologies, Inc. to offer Remelt Technologines Homogenizing Furnaces, DC Casting Machine Automation and DC Casting Machines. Remelt Technologies Inc. has a 26-year history of supplying quality equipment. Mr. Jack Gillespie Vice President of Gillespie & Powers said “Gillespie & Powers Inc. is proud that Mr. Gary Bowden, President of Remelt Technologies has entrusted them to continue providing equipment and services that will continue this legacy.” Interested parties in this equipment may contact either Mr. Gary Bowden at 407-399-0707 or Mr. Ian Marsh at 314-423-9460. Gillespie & Powers is a 5th Generation family owned design, build, supplier of specialized furnaces supporting the metals processing industry.
Lightweight Asia 2019 embraces the lightweight age
Under the combined pressures of delivering environmental protection and energy efficiency, the automotive industry is striving to make major breakthroughs in weight reduction and low emissions. This is the backdrop for Lightweight Asia 2019 from 10-12 July in Shanghai, which will provide a platform for companies from around the world to showcase their latest products and research for next-generation lightweight manufacturing. Lightweight Asia takes place alongside the 15 th Aluminium China event and are expected to attract over 25,000 visitors. This year, the shows have expanded to feature lightweight materials, technologies and parts for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, along with processing equipment and other lightweight manufacturing solutions. The latest lightweight trends and...
Aluminium China Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary Bringing Out Its Largest Exhibition Area Ever
The year 2019 marks the 15 th anniversary of Aluminium China. Building on the success of the past 14 editions, Aluminium China 2019 will keep focusing on raw materials, semi-finished and finished products, machinery and solutions for the complete industry chain in the fields of construction, building, automotive, transportation and consumer durables. As the leading aluminium exhibition in Asia, it gathered 600 leading exhibitors and 24,789 trade visitors and buyers from 91 countries at its last edition. Aluminium China 2019 will play its part in boosting industry growth as the event continues to attract more and more industry leaders. Confirmed exhibitors include leading international giants such as Novelis, Constellium, FANUC, Nikkekin, Danieli, Primetals, Urgerer, Pyrotek, Tenova,...
Québec Aluminium delegation in India from 28th January to 3rd February 2019
A delegation of 6 equipment manufacturers and technology suppliers from Québec’s aluminium value chain and AluQuébec, the apex business cluster of Québec in the aluminium sector, is visiting India from 28 th January to 3 rd February, 2019. The 6 companies having wide-ranging expertise in the primary production and transformation of aluminium are Advanced Dynamics, Comaintel, Groupe EDS, Mecfor, Masteria Solutions and Stas. The objective of their visit is to meet with leaders from the Indian aluminium sector to better understand local industry requirements and identify partnership opportunities. The said companies will visit Jharsuguda, Lapanga, Hirakud, Angul and Bhubaneshwar. In the final stage of its visit to India, the delegation will be present at Kiosk B-36 at the Aluminium India and...
NALCO Bags Kalinga CSR Award
National Aluminium Company Limited , has bagged the Kalinga CSR Award-2017. The company has conferred this award in recognition to its Best CSR Activities for Sustainable Development. The award was given away during the third National Seminar on 'Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives-2018 (Evaluating Sustainable Development)' on 9th June 2018. The award was given by Shri Prafulla Samal , Hon’ble Minister, Dept. of MSME, SSEPD and Women & Child Development, Govt of Odisha, in the presence of Dr. Tapan Kumar Chand, CMD, NALCO. On behalf of NALCO, Shri S.K. Behera , AGM (Administration & CSR) and Shri C.R. Bisoi , Sr. Manager (CSR), received the award. The seminar was organized by Institute of Quality & Environment Management Services, Institute of Public Enterprise, Hyderabad and HR...
Vedanta Resources Plc announces early redemption of 2018 bonds to reduce gross debt
<p>Vedanta Resources Plc today announces its election to redeem in cash all of its outstanding 9.5% bonds maturing 18 July 2018 under condition 5(b) of the terms and conditions of the bonds.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.alcircle.com/uploads/images/investor-relations-contact-info.jpg" alt="news" width="517" height="226" /></p> <p>The Company has duly served a Notice of Redemption effective today in accordance with the terms and conditions of the bonds and the settlement is expected to occur on 4 May 2017.</p> <p>Upon settlement, the Company will reduce its near-term gross debt by $379mm in face value, in-line with its stated strategy to deleverage and extend its average debt maturity.</p> <p></p> <p>Tom...
AEC supports Trump administration’s steps to improve collection of antidumping and countervailing duties
<p>The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) is deeply appreciative of the steps the new administration is taking to put an end to abusive trade practices by importers and foreign companies that are causing massive U.S. trade deficits. By increasing the bonding requirements as indicated in the President’s executive order released this afternoon, the new administration is showing how seriously it takes trade enforcement. Ensuring that the full amount of antidumping and countervailing duties are collected is critical to providing the affected domestic industry the full amount of relief from these unfair trade practices the domestic industry is entitled to under the law. </p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"...
SAF RainScreen Architectural Panel System Evaluated by the Texas Department of Insurance
<p>Southern Aluminum Finishing Co., (SAF), announces the completion of the Texas Department Insurance's (TDI) Product Evaluation of SAF's Series 4000 RainScreen Drained & Back-Ventilated ACM Panel system. The TDI review and evaluation followed the Florida Building Code approval of the Series 4000, including meeting the standards of the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) required for Florida construction.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.alcircle.com/uploads/images/Series-4000i.jpg" alt="news" width="336" height="226" /></p> <p>Architects & design/build contractors can now specify and install the Series 4000 RainScreen Panel System for projects in the state of Texas using the Production Evaluation...
Alba Management and Alba Labour Union reach an agreement on the allowance
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C . ( Alba ) Management and Alba Labour Union announced that they reached an agreement on the BD 20 allowance, which will be submitted to the Alba Board for approval on June 10, 2015. As part of the agreement, it was decided that the BD 20 allowance will be granted for year 2015 consistent with prior practice. It was also agreed to develop joint recommendations over the next 6 months to help the company manage cost challenges facing the aluminiumindustry. Commenting on the agreement, Alba 's Chairman of Board of Directors, Shaikh Daij Bin Salman Al Khalifa stated: "We are pleased to find common ground with the Alba Labour Union on this subject. We look forward to working with the Union and developing ideas that will sustain Alba for future generations."
