What does the building and construction market mean for aluminium extrusion industry? The answer may depend less on how much the world builds and more on where it builds and what those buildings require. As construction activity picks up across regions, aluminium extrusion is set to follow - but...
Metra North America, leading manufacturer of engineered architectural systems specialising in custom fenestration, curtain wall, and building envelope solutions, has announced that Meagan Lalonde has joined the company as Architectural Sales Manager. Lalonde brings more than a decade of experience...
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Paschal, a Bahrain-based concrete formwork solution provider, has introduced its new range of powder-coated aluminium formwork panels. This is an extended version of the company’s NeoR range of lightweight formwork. Image source: Paschal The new NeoR range provides lightweight steel formwork panels...
The operating rate of leading domestic aluminium downstream processing enterprises dropped back slightly by 0.8 percentage points W-o-W to 62.6 per cent, ending an eight-week consecutive increase, and fell by 0.6 percentage points Y-o-Y. By sector, the operating rates of primary aluminium alloy,...
Aluminium businesses, brace yourselves as your base metal commodities are getting pricier, and it’s not just a minor blip. The latest round of US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports is sending shockwaves through industries that rely on these materials. From roofing to manufacturing, businesses,...
Are you one of those who wish to literally carry their home with them when they travel? Alumivan, an Arizona-based campervan builder, has recently launched its latest camper Van, the Reverie 136" and the Reverie 159", with a luxurious interior and design with all the credit to aluminium. Image...
According to data from SMM, China’s aluminium processing industry composite PMI index for March 2025 stood at 61.6 per cent, remaining above the boom-bust line. Driven by the traditional peak season and policy tailwinds, the domestic aluminium processing industry showed structural recovery in March...
Sprung Structures, along with RPM Team, recently announced the opening of their new facility ‘Phoenix Navigation Center’ made with aluminium frames, addressing the current and urgent needs of the homeless people in Phoenix. The opening took place on March 26, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with the media...
Reynaers Middle East, a leading global provider of aluminium solutions, has announced the successful completion of the World Heart Hotel and Mall in Baghdad. This striking architectural landmark offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Iraqi capital. The project was brought to life in...
Alumawood Products, a leading provider of premium aluminium patio cover parts and DIY kits, is excited to introduce its new 3D Patio Cover Designer — an advanced online tool that empowers customers to design and visualise their ideal patio cover in real time. With this innovative solution, users...
Nottingham-based planning consultancy Nineteen47 has successfully guided UK-based aluminium trade extruder Garnalex in obtaining approval for a new 350,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Ashfield. With offices in Nottingham, Sheffield, and York, Nineteen47 played a key role in preparing a hybrid...
Aluminium might hold the atomic number 13, but with a lot of supportive data in my pocket, I can confidently say that in the world of tech and innovation, it’s a certified lucky charm. As the past decade as well as the century has witnessed, this lightweight powerhouse has been the cornerstone in...
The frequent dose of theft from Mumbai coastal road has proven heavy on Bombay Municipal Corporation's pocket and subsequently led to the authority in deciding to go for aluminium cables. Reason? They are affordable and are less likely to be picked by thieves. The prior installation of copper...
The Muskegon Museum of Art's (MMA) recent announcement of expansion has created a buzz in the aluminium industry besides the people with a keenness towards art. MMA will spend USD 15.4 million on the expansion, which is said to double the museum's current footprint from 31,800 SF to 57,570. As...
Parallel Architectural Products, the Colorado-based designer and manufacturer of versatile aluminium systems, has unveiled its latest innovation: self-mating aluminium battens. Expanding on the company's popular two-part batten system, this new product line offers increased design flexibility and...
YKK AP America, a brand that designs and manufactures high-quality architectural products for the construction industry, has unlocked a significant milestone. YKK AP will now source 80 per cent of its aluminium from low-carbon suppliers across North America. This is a great achievement in a time...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ ("Westlake Royal"), a subsidiary of Westlake, has expanded its Cedar Renditions™ aluminium siding collection. The U.S. lineup now features five new solid colours — Aluzinc, Ironstone, Charcoal, Frost, and Black Silk — while a new premium woodgrain finish, Natural...
China's factory activity accelerated in February, fuelled by stronger supply, rising demand, and a rebound in export orders, according to a private-sector survey released Monday. Seasonal factors linked to the holiday period also contributed to the growth. The Caixin/S&P Global manufacturing PMI...
Crucial Engineering a Bradford-based company specialising in aluminium doors and security access systems has bagged a £250,000 loan from NPIF II – Mercia Debt Finance, a part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II), to fuel its growth. The funding will empower Crucial Engineering to...
The Mumbai-headquartered Indian multinational cement company UltraTech Cement has announced its foray into the wires and cables segment with a planned investment of around USD $200 million (₹1,800 crore) to establish a manufacturing facility in Gujarat. On February 25, 2025, the Aditya Birla...
