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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The festive drums have already started rolling. With only 38 days left to the much-awaited celebrations of the year, preparations for Durga Pujo have already begun in full swing. Pandals are rising like dreams in every corner, artisans are giving life to the goddess with strokes of devotion, and...
Today three premier US and Canadian aluminium extrusion companies combine to launch Metra North America. Extruded Aluminum Company, Profile Custom Extrusions and Metra Canada unite as Metra North America to redefine aluminium extrusion quality, reliability and worth. “Simply put, we’re raising the...
With China’s aluminium production cap being at 45 million tonnes and the strengthening demand trends, especially from sectors like construction and transportation, it is evident as China's unwrought aluminium and its product imports in July 2025 recorded a 38.2 per cent year-on-year surge, as per...
Global aluminium usage is stabilising after a choppy period and is positioned for steady expansion this decade, supported by electric mobility, packaging, and a gradual rebound in construction. Source: AI-driven image According to industry estimates, Asia Pacific (including China) is set to account...
Aluwind Infra-Tech Limited, a specialist in designing, fabricating, and installing custom aluminium windows, doors, facades, glazing, and cladding systems, has announced the receipt of a prestigious INR 23.82 crore (USD 2.86 million) contract from Larsen & Toubro Limited's Realty Division (L&T)....
Japan’s aluminium market in mid-2025 reflects a mixed picture, with inventories steadily declining despite increased imports. The trend suggests a tightening supply environment, shaped by shifting trade flows, evolving demand patterns and broader economic dynamics. As of July 2025, Marubeni Corp.,...
In response to evolving spatial needs that balance functionality and aesthetics, Parallel Doors and Windows, a specialised window solution designed to provide maximum ventilation, has introduced its latest innovation, the Aluminium Sliding Door, engineered for modern architectural applications. The...
Have you ever imagined what happened to the used coffee pods after that morning pick-me-up? For over 3.5 million of them, a second life was given, thanks to a powerful local partnership driving this national change. The re3 Partnership uniting Bracknell Forest, Reading, and Wokingham Borough...
The insulation characteristics of window systems are largely defined by the function of so-called thermal break profiles which create a thermal barrier for heat transfer between parts like window frames. With Promix Solutions' Microcell Technology, thermal break profiles are physically foamed...
AL Circle, the world’s leading digital media platform dedicated to the global aluminium value chain, proudly announces the launch of its latest industry report titled “ Aluminium Flat Rolled Products: Insights & Forecast to 2030 .” With growing momentum in sustainability, green mobility,...
Garden City Equity, an Atlanta-based holding company, has announced the acquisition of Commercial Residential Aluminium (CRA), a Venice-based manufacturer of outdoor aluminium products serving both residential and commercial markets. The deal underscores Garden City Equity's strategy to expand its...
Euro Panel Products Ltd, the parent company behind EUROBOND - one of the leading Metal Composite Panel Brands in India, today announced its strategic move to migrate from the NSE Emerge, the SME platform of the National Stock Exchange, to the mainboard of both NSE and BSE. This marks a significant...
In the heart of Kendall Square, a Boston neighbourhood known for its practical and distinctive architectural features, the new Ragon Institute medical centre has been built. Designed by acclaimed architecture firm Payette, the building makes a bold statement with its use of aluminium, not just for...
Aludecor an Indian manufacturer and supplier of aluminium composite panel (ACP), has introduced ‘Alubreeze’, the country ’ s first home-grown metal sun-louver system, an energy-efficient, design-forward solution engineered to reduce solar heat gain and cooling loads in modern buildings. Image for...
Viva, the India-based aluminium composite panel manufacturer, has launched India's first dedicated facility for producing A2-grade fire-retardant cores. This move marks a significant step toward aligning India's ACP manufacturing capabilities with global fire safety standards. The A2 core made of...
Since its inception in 2015, the Cable & Wire Fair (CWF), organised by Tulip 3P Media Private Limited, has grown from a modest 3,000 sq. m. launch to a 35,000 sq. m. mega-expo. Featuring 500+ exhibitors from 20 countries and 15,000+ visitors from around 50 countries, the 6th edition (Nov 4–6,...
The American dream of owning a white-picket-fenced home is quietly being priced out - brick by brick, beam by beam. And no, this time it’s not inflation or rising mortgage rates to blame but tariffs it is, with a maple twist. According to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, tariffs imposed on...
China remains the dominant market for aluminium castings, followed by other key players such as the United States, India, Japan, and Germany. Global demand for aluminium castings is steadily climbing, with consumption projected to grow from 23.18 million tonnes in 2024 to 23.96 million tonnes in...
