Aluminium extrusion usage in building and construction to grow 1.24% CAGR through 2035, with Americas at 1.15%, Europe at 1.30% & MEA at 2.47%
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...
Meagan Lalonde joins Metra North America as Architectural Sales Manager
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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Aluminum Extrusions are Better for Solar Frame Structures
The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) has released the results of a study that confirms the material and economic advantages of using extruded aluminum for solar structural framing applications. Material, fabrication, transportation and field assembly costs were estimated and vetted for use in the...
Iconic Titanic Belfast Facade Constructed with Novelis Aluminum
Novelis Inc., the world leader in aluminum rolled products, has provided aluminum for the facade of the iconic Titanic Belfast in Northern Ireland. Commemorating a century since the Titanic's maiden voyage, this dramatic new tourist attraction is poised to open its doors in 2012. The innovative...
Aluminium Industry to play significant role in Indian economy
The Aluminium industry, a leading segment of the Indian economy, is expected to play a significant role as the Indian Aluminium industry is forging ahead with rapid expansion in both primary metal and downstream sectors, according to Aluminium Association of India (AAI) General Secretary Prof KSS...
Alcoa and Century Aluminum to Benefit From Stabilized Prices and Skyrocketing Demand
Aluminum prices have fallen approximately 10 percent this year amid concerns that the global economic slowdown may cut demand for raw materials. While that number may be alarming, ten percent is the smallest drop among the six industrial metals traded on the London Metal Exchange. Aluminum demand...
Nu-core A2 Fireproof Aluminium Composite Panels from Smartfix
Smartfix Industries presents Nu-core A2 Fireproof Aluminium, the next generation in prefinished aluminium composite panels (ACP). The A2 Fireproof Aluminium sets a new benchmark in aluminium composite panel technology with its new fire resistant properties. ACP is usually manufactured from...
Aluminium extrusions are better
The Aluminium Extruders Council (AEC) has released the results of a study that confirms the material and economic advantages of using extruded aluminium for solar structural framing applications. Material, fabrication, transportation, and field assembly costs were estimated and vetted for use in...
The Aluminium Market Analysis, Financials and Forecasting 2011-2016
Our latest materials report The Aluminium Market Analysis, Financials and Forecasting 2011-2016 analyses this dynamic commodity and reveals prevailing trends and anticipates the progression in the global aluminium industry over the next five years. The report also surveys recent market trends among...
Pedal to the metal
The GCC’s building and construction industry currently consumes up to 400,000t of aluminium a year, making it one of the biggest markets for aluminium products in the region. In particular, construction projects in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait have been key growth markets that are...
Norsk Hydro : Revamp of Holmestrand aluminium rolling mill
By thoroughly modernizing the electrical features, automation and process control of the hot mill at Holmestrand, Hydro is further developing the facility further and securing a high long-term performance. The Holmestrand plant, employing a workforce of more than 300, is one of Hydro's two...
Wojan expands production at Coldwater facility
Wojan Window & Door Corp., a manufacturer of custom commercial aluminum windows and sliding glass doors, is expanding production by introducing a second line of its 3 1/4-inch frame M-950 Series to its Coldwater,Mich.,facility. "Production demands have exceeded our expectations this year," said...
European Alliance Promotes Metals Use in Buildings
A newly formed European metals alliance, called Metals for Buildings, has been launched to promote the recyclability and sustainability of metals that are used in buildings. Metals for Buildings says it represents European companies involved in primary metal production, downstream manufacturing and...
Aluminum Demand May Gain 10% Over Next 5 Years, Novelis Says
Aluminum demand may climb by 8 percent to 10 percent annually over the next three to five years on buying from Asia, led by China, and as more of the metal is used in cars and cans, according to Novelis Inc. “We are seeing some demand increases in automobiles and we continue to see year over year...
UAE aluminium giants eye Turkish growth
The UAE's primary aluminium smelters, Dubai Aluminium Company Limited (Dubal) and Emirates Aluminium Company Limited (Emal) will jointly take part in a major industry event in Turkey which opens tomorrow (October 13). The joint participation at "Alu Expo 2011" in Istanbul is aimed at increasing the...
AEC Study Finds Advantages to Using Aluminum for Solar Frames
The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) has released the results of a study that confirms, not surprisingly, the material and economic advantages of using extruded aluminum for solar structural framing applications. Material, fabrication, transportation, and field assembly costs were estimated and...
Alcoa Main Partner in New Center for Sustainable Development in Montreal
Alcoa announced today that its Canadian Global Primary Products Operations has made one of the most substantial financial contributions in its history, a partnership agreement totaling $3 million over five years with the new Centre for Sustainable Development. A portion of this contribution, coming...
Aluminum windows are becoming more popular
Aluminum windows are becoming more popular according to industry insiders. More and more people are opting for aluminum windows in their home, and they are almost standard in new commercial developments. Whilst there are many good wooden framed window units available, the fact remains that wood,...
Formwork broadens its horizon
Formwork usage has become very extensive in construction industry, thanks to the advantages it offers in terms of quicker execution and better results. Indian construction industry has started using some of the world class technologies. Several formwork systems are in use at different places in the...
Above average' growth predicted for global aluminium demand
The aluminium industry is emerging as one of the strongest markets this year as the commodity shows gains in prominence in the recovering transportation and construction industries. The global aluminium market is a steadily growing market in the wake of the recession and is expected to follow a...
