Smaller grain sizes, smarter separation: At ALUMINIUM in Düsseldorf, STEINERT presents technological advances in LIBS and X-ray sorting
From October 6 to 8, 2026, STEINERT will provide a comprehensive insight into the future of aluminium sorting. Closing the aluminium loop requires both high throughput and melt-ready quality. As demand for high-grade recycled aluminium continues to grow, STEINERT is advancing its sorting systems on...
New Roeslein AI camera brings real-time spoilage tracking to canmaking
Roeslein & Associates has introduced the R.U.D.I. AI Vision Camera, a new tool for aluminium beverage and food canmakers designed to track can counts and identify production losses in real time. The camera expands Roeslein’s R.U.D.I. AI platform, which has previously focused on data management and...
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Advanced aluminium extrusion technology driving growth in global automotive heated seats market
<p>According to the latest market report by Technavio, one of the top four emerging trends driving the global automotive heated seats market is advanced aluminium extrusion technology for heating seats. The other three trends observed are:<br /><br />• Development of climate control seats<br...
Apple Watch Series 2 to be launched in aluminium, stainless steel, and ceramic version
<p>For all the Apple brand lovers, September brings about a good news as the month is marked with the launch of the new Apple Watch which is getting slightly more affordable.<br /><br />The second generation Apple Smart Watch will be available in ceramic, which is a new unusual material for Apple...
Apple unveils iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus in aluminium-finish and mirrorless-finish variants
<p>The wait is finally over for all iPhone 7 users across the globe. Putting an end to the year-long buzz regarding the probable launch date of the next versions of the iPhone, Apple has launched the new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus today in the company's keynote event at the Bill Graham Civic...
DOE awards grant to Shiloh Industries to develop energy efficient casting technique
<p>U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) HPC4Mfg program has selected Shiloh Industries, Inc., a top supplier of light weighting, noise and vibration solutions for the automotive, commercial vehicle and industrial sector for a funding to develop innovative energy efficient casting techniques.<br...
Orbite presents HPA plant update: Commissioning continues to progress as planned
<p>Orbite Technologies Inc. today provided an update on commissioning and start-up of its high purity alumina ("HPA") plant. Activities continue to progress towards beginning of production in Q3, as communicated previously.<br /><br />Commissioning of the decomposer and calciner scrubber and the...
Meizu launches M3 Max phablet made from aircraft grade aluminium
<p>After creating a week-long buzz on social media, mobile handset maker Meizu has finally launched its brand new phablet M3 Max. Curved out of aircraft grade aluminium, the new device is a befitting addition to Meizu's Blue Charm lineup, which has beenn a hit among worldwide users. Another popular...
Mitsubishi introduces 5th generation Triton with aluminium turbo engine
<p>Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has become the first commercial vehicle manufacturer in the country to introduce an aluminium engine in a pick-up truck. The new 2.4 litre turbo-charged diesel engine replaces the 2.5 litre turbo-diesel in this 5th generation Triton that was introduced in 2015. The...
Stanley’s Self-piercing rivets to enter North American automotive market
<p>Stanley Engineered Fastening announced the launch of “next-generation self-pierce rivets” in North America in August.<br /><br />The company presented the technology during the Global Automotive Lightweighting Material conference in August in Detroit and described the technology as...
US fighter jets to get ‘Make in India’ tag- Pentagon backs proposal
<p>In a huge boost to PM Narendra Modi’s pet project ‘Make in India’ drive the Pentagon has given green signal to the US aviation behemoths Boeing and Lockheed Martin to manufacture higher-end fighter aircraft in India. The proposals which include transfer of technology and...
Lenovo takes the wraps off its Yoga Book donning an aluminium-magnesium case
<p>Lenovo announced the unveiling of its Yoga Book- the tablet computer that has brought in a whole new dimension to typing and doodling. Housed in a sturdy aluminium-magnesium case, the 9.6mm thick device features a Halo Keyboard connected to the 10.1in Full HD display via Lenovo's watch-band...
Constellium launches video on Aeral™ for next-gen aerosol cans
<p>For Constellium aluminium is more than a metal. Over the decades they have built upon their expertise in the light metal technology and come up with innovations that have set benchmarks for the industry at large. One such innovation is Constellium’s Aeral™ solution for the production...
Sapa: Scandinavian aluminium technology brings cost saving offshore
<p>Sapa is investing in new machinery offering super-large and light products for the offshore and maritime industry with equipment that can produce panels up to 18 meters long and 3.5 meters wide.<br /><br />“Our ability to join thin-walled lightweight designs into large panels will make a...
Token launches Thread Fit, an aluminium threaded press-fit bottom bracket for bikes
<p>Token launches its brand new Thread Fit, an aluminium threaded press-fit bottom bracket for bikes. The company has also developed a clever thru-axle with a unique design that requires just two rotations to secure the wheel into place. <br /><br />The Thread Fit bottom bracket comprises a pair of...
Huawei’s Nova phones strive on its aluminium unibody essential
<p>Huawei’s faster growth in the smartphone market is taking another leap with the launch of a new series of handsets called Nova that is encased in an aluminium chassis.<br /><br />The strength of this series lies not on premium features and extras but in its affordable, mid-range package...
Acnodes introduces 15.6" panel mount monitor built of aluminium die-casting chassis
<p>The leading provider of industrial and embedded computer platforms and technologies Acnodes Corporations has announced the launch of its brand new 15.6-inch panel mount monitor APA9156. The 2.38" short-depth panel mount monitor with IP65 flat front bezel comes with an aluminium die-casting...
Cornell Dubilier presents hermetically sealed aluminium electrolytic capacitors with higher voltages
<p>Leading manufacturer of high-quality capacitors Cornell Dubilier Electronics, Inc. (CDE) has announced that its MLSH Slimpack series of hermetically sealed aluminium electrolytic capacitors is going to have significantly higher voltage values. These one-off components featuring a true...
UC RUSAL announces senior management appointments in its aluminium division
<p>UC RUSAL, a leading global aluminium producer, announces senior staff appointments within the Company’s Aluminium Division.<br /><br />Oleg Buts has been appointed as Managing Director of Irkutsk Aluminium Smelter (IrkAZ). Prior to the appointment, Mr Buts worked as the Director of...
Bang & Olufsen launches new BeoVision Horizon TV with black aluminium frame
<p>Bang & Olufsen, manufacturer of the complete premium line of audio and video products, has launched the all-new 4K Ultra HD TV- BeoVision Horizon. Crafted in black aluminium, this sleek ‘screen for flexible living’ is built upon the Android TV™ technology platform. It...
