The landscape of aluminium and related materials is undergoing a quiet transformation, driven by shifting policies, changing cost structures and exciting technological advancements. The global downstream and end-use sector is seeing everything from trade adjustments and tariff changes to...
Newcastle has recently delivered more than just building materials - it has delivered safety to the vulnerable island community in Ha’Apai, where extreme weather is a constant threat. Fabricated in Newcastle and shipped across the ocean, windows and doors manufactured from special...
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The construction sector in India is projected to emerge as the largest end use sector for Aluminium. It is a major contributor to the country’s GDP (8% in FY12) and one of the largest employment generators currently employing around 33 million people. While the Indian economy grew by 5% in FY13 as...
Nordbygg is the largest building and construction exhibition in Scandinavia. Two of Sapa’s aluminium building systems brands will present the latest in energy-efficient solutions and customer support tools at Nordbygg 2014. While the Wicona brand will feature several new communication tools and a...
The University of Liverpool is using transom door closers from Alpro Architectural Hardware at student residences on its south campus adjacent to the Management School and Law Faculty. Alpro’s overhead transom closers are a means of hydraulically controlling the opening and closing of aluminium...
Bahrain Aluminium Extrusion Company (Balexco) is putting the spotlight on a new version of its Bahrain Luxury System, which is a lift-and-slide thermal break system. The company is also showcasing its structural glazing systems, the hinge system and extrusion products at the show. The company is...
Today, experts point out not only the growth of the aluminum shape market, but also spreading spectrum of applications of this material. According to experts, the market volume in 2012 in comparison with 2011 increased by about 11%. In the context of upward trend of the Russian aluminum shape...
A new range of aluminium windows and doors has been launched by Anglian Home Improvements, offering a sleek, modern and long-lasting finish. The new aluminium collection comprises a wide range of styles including casement windows, bi-fold doors and sliding patio doors. Available in any RAL colour,...
AluK (GB) Ltd, the leading aluminium window, door and curtain walling systems manufacturer, has announced that its CPD, BIM: Aluminium Façade Systems – modelling, design, construction, standards and collaboration, has been RIBA accredited. AluK is the first aluminium systems manufacturer to offer a...
Japan's demand for aluminum extrusion for aging residential building repair is forecast to surge 57% in 2022 from the volume required in 2012, the country's Kenchiku Kaiso Kyokai or Building Repair Association said Friday. A boom in high-rise condominium construction in the early 1960s will result...
Japanese car manufacturer Honda Motor Company has announced that it has developed a technology that allows steel and aluminium to be joined. Honda says the innovation will allow it to manufacture weight-saving vehicle doors that combine a steel structure with an aluminium outer skin. Joining...
Guangzhou Citi Expositions Ltd. is a professional company that organizes international exhibitions, high-class conferences and helps to articulate, organize, mobilize and manage large-scale commercial events. We are a driving force for economic development through our business activities and...
Australia’s leading security door group, The Australian Trellis Door Company (ATDC) presents the S09 Alumax designed to enhance security for home and business owners. Combining superior materials, secure locking technology and stylish contemporary design, the S09 Alumax aluminium security doors...
Elevate aluminium systems were used for the doors and windows at a contemporary home situated in the foothills of Mt Wellington, Tasmania on a steep and spectacular 3.8 hectare ex-quarry property. According to Building Designer, Mike Cleaver, the clients required a contemporary home with...
M.T.I. Qualos introduces a new range of aluminium flexible ‘see-thru’ swing doors for industrial and commercial applications. Designed as a flexible solution for pedestrian traffic and light non-motorised vehicles, M.T.I.'s new aluminium flexible ‘see-thru’ swing doors are ideal for environments...
With the development of light weight cars in China, demand of aluminum is stipulating in China. Bullet train, metro even lorry will use more and more secondary aluminium in the future. China’s auto industry needs more than 1,000 thousand tons of secondary aluminium. Also with the promotion of...
Series 411 ViewMASTER bi-fold doors and Series 702 SlideMASTER doors were installed at a major hotel-cum-residential apartment tower complex located in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD. A landmark presence in Adelaide, the $150-million complex consists of the 15-level, 308-room Crowne Plaza Hotel tower...
The Elevate range of aluminium window and door systems from Architectural Window Systems was used for the glazing work at Gungahlin College in Canberra to achieve thermal performance and ventilation goals. Many classrooms across Australia are badly designed resulting in students and teachers having...
With Sri Lanka’s First time ever conducted focused exhibition on Glass, Windows & Doors and Aluminium Extrusion Industry, the industry is ready to experience the unprecedented growth. The Exhibition is an ideal value delivering platform for the glass, Windows & Doors and Aluminium Extrusion...
Around 200 invited guests marked the official opening of a new multi-million dollar Fletcher Aluminium factory on Friday afternoon in Christchurch. Fletcher Aluminium franchisees - Nebulite, Rylock, Vistalite and Fisher, have been working closely with Fletcher Aluminium for the last 18 months to...
