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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We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 26 th edition of AL Circle's e-Magazine, titled " Aluminium Industry: Focus Asia ." In this edition, we dive deep into one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions in the global aluminium sector: Asia. This issue brings together expert insights,...
Gumei Metal, a manufacturer of a wide selection of aluminium products, was honoured with the prestigious China Green Building Materials Product Certification. The China-based company received the award for three aluminium products, achieving the highest distinction—the three-star certification....
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has recently updated its architectural grade aluminium oxide coatings specification. The revised document, AAMA 611-24, is titled "Specification for Anodized Architectural Aluminum." The document outlines the latest test procedures and...
The name "FIN" represents "First in Newcastle," highlighting FIN Windows and Doors' pioneering role and longstanding presence in Newcastle's building industry for over fifty years. Dedicated to serving the Newcastle, Central Coast, and Hunter Valley regions, FIN Windows and Doors has built a solid...
Viva ACP, Asia's leading manufacturer of metal composite panels, has introduced advanced Aluminium Composite Panels (ACPs) designed to enhance the safety and performance of bus bodies in India. This initiative resulted from the stricter regulations the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways...
China’s comprehensive Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for the aluminium processing industry witnessed an increase of 1.8 percentage point month-on-month, yet stood below the 50 per cent mark during August 2024, owing to the persistent traditional off-season in the domestic market. According to the...
Bhekuzulu Gumbi, 26, founder of Matawuzeni BMG, has been honoured with the Southern Africa Change Catalyst Award (Sacca) for entrepreneurs. Representing northern KwaZulu-Natal, Gumbi's company, which specialises in metal doors and windows, has overcome significant challenges, including late...
Fonda, New York-based aluminium extrusion manufacturer Keymark Corp. has significantly bolstered its operations by adding a state-of-the-art coating facility in Lakeland, Florida. This expansion aligns with the company's strategy to enhance its offerings for the U.S. architectural and residential...
Swisstek Aluminium recently earned the Gold Award in the Organisation category at the Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB) Green Awards 2024. This accolade underscores Swisstek's status as Sri Lanka's leading sustainable aluminium extruder, adhering to top international standards with certifications...
Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodised aluminium, announces that its anodised aluminium is the foundation of Isaiah Industries' ClickLock Standing Seam wall panels. This partnership highlights the value of anodised aluminium in...
Christian Mabey, Managing Director of Optima Products, has raised concerns over the increasing influx of Russian aluminium into the UK market despite ongoing sanctions, as published in The Manufacturer. According to Mabey, Russian aluminium is finding its way into the UK through third-party vendors...
Western Australian manufacturer Ciltech has rapidly established itself as a leader in designing and producing jetties, pontoons, and other marine infrastructure. The company's unwavering commitment to excellence and its use of high-quality materials, such as its proprietary aluminium extrusions,...
The Aluminum Association has revealed some excerpts from Ducker Carlisle's report, "Building the Future: Trends in Aluminum Use in the U.S. Construction Market," which indicate a 9 per cent increase in aluminium usage within the building and construction (B&C) sector from 2022 to 2027. This growth...
Euroform, a manufacturer of high-quality building solutions with aluminium, has made an operational debut in Tatu City, Kenya, with a new metal works workshop at Tatu Industrial Park. This move is aligned with their business expansion plan. The first big project they have grabbed in Tatu City post...
Eternia, a leading brand in India renowned for its WiWA-certified aluminium doors and windows crafted from Duranium—a patented aluminium alloy by Hindalco—has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Furniture and Fittings Skill Council (FFSC). This collaboration will establish India’s...
Marubeni has finalised the sale of Rio Tinto's low-carbon aluminium billets to Fuji Light Metal and FUJISASH Co., Ltd. (collectively known as the "Fujisash Group") as part of a strategic collaboration with the global mining group Rio Tinto. This marks the first sale of RenewAl™ low-carbon aluminium...
A group of students from the Civil Engineering and Architecture departments of the University of Bahrain, with a keen interest in aluminium building solutions, recently paid a visit to Reynaers Middle East (RME) to learn about the advancements in this field, focusing on international aluminium...
Ciltech, a West Australian jetty and pontoon manufacturing specialist is committed to making all of its jetty systems fully recyclable. For this, the company has partnered with Capral, known for its sustainable production practices. Ciltech excels in providing products and services to the marine,...
