A clean surface is essential for strong adhesive bonds, reliable sealing systems, and durable aluminum components. As demands for functionality and quality continue to rise, surface treatment and corrosion protection are becoming increasingly important. In fields such as automotive and mechanical...
What happens when an automaker starts building a business beyond cars? For Hyundai Motor Co., robotics is becoming a key part of that shift, with the company moving from using robots in its factories to developing, manufacturing and deploying them at scale. Hyundai is laying the groundwork to...
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Aluminium is a magic metal. Every day, this recyclable and sustainable metal is uncovering a new dimension. This time researchers at NIST have discovered unique atomic structures known as quasicrystals in 3D-printed aluminium alloys. Found by materials research engineer Andrew Iams when he noticed...
ALRO has invested 8 million RON in a new aluminium plate cutting saw to improve processing capabilities and increase productivity to meet the rising demand. Image source: ALRO The latest equipment enhances ALRO’s ability to deliver customised aluminium plates with exact specifications. It also...
Valimet, based in Stockton, California, USA, has announced a non-binding agreement with APWORKS to produce Scalmalloy powder domestically through atomisation. Scalmalloy, a high-strength aluminium alloy specifically developed for additive manufacturing, is particularly well suited for various...
ABx Group’s subsidiary, Alcore, is making steady progress on its pilot plant project near the Bell Bay aluminium smelter in Tasmania. The company has partnered with BFluor Chemicals and Kempe Engineering to support this initiative. Regulatory steps are also moving forward, with Alcore receiving...
In a bold leap toward the future of sustainable mobility and energy storage, Toshiba Corporation has introduced its latest advancement in lithium-ion battery technology—a new SCiB module specifically designed for use in electric buses, electric ships, and stationary energy systems. Engineered to...
Marumae Co., Ltd., a key producer of aluminium products like slabs, alloys, billets and high-purity aluminium ingots, has successfully acquired 100 per cent shares of Japan-based company KM Aluminium Co. Ltd. The acquisition agreement, initially signed on March 4, 2025, is coming into effect on...
Milan Design Week is back with a bang and lots more exciting innovations to showcase in 2025. The renowned exhibition not only flaunts the latest trends from in and around the world but also serves as a premier platform for designers to showcase their unique ideas and innovations. "Design You Can...
Maxwell Hazan, a renowned custom motorcycle designer, has unveiled the Ferrari HF355 motorcycle. This unique creation integrates a 3.5-litre Ferrari V8 engine into a bespoke aluminium frame. Crafted in Hazan's Los Angeles workshop, the project aims to blend Ferrari's automotive excellence with...
Constellium has announced the successful completion of the ISA3 Research and Development (R&D) project. Launched in 2021, the initiative focused on advancing lightweight automotive design by developing next-generation aluminium components that are lighter, more cost-effective, and highly...
Among end-user products made of aluminium, cans and bottles are one category affected by the US tariffs; PC cases and graphic cards are another facing challenges due to tariff implementation on Chinese aluminium imports from March 12, 2025. Image source: Medical Buyer PC makers were already...
Mössner has designed and commissioned an automated sawing system to produce contour-cut aluminium semi-finished products at Service Centres Aero Germany (SCA) in Remshalden, Germany. A trusted name in the aerospace sector, SCA has been serving as a recognised service provider since 1987. Image...
Enter a realm where precision meets performance with effortless typing and seamless gameplay. Amazon’s biggest saver is live on Corsair’s aluminium K70 Pro Mini compact mechanical gaming keyboard with a wrap-around RGB is at 50 per cent off. Image source: Corsair This gaming keyboard was set to be...
A strategic yet surprising agreement occurred in late March 2025 between Berlin-based Yamaha Motors and a German automotive part manufacturer, Brose. This agreement was for the acquisition of the German company’s bicycle drive unit (eKit) as Yamaha Motor Europe’s subsidiary to expand their business...
Equispheres, a leader in optimised aluminium powders for Additive Manufacturing (AM), has partnered with mobile AM pioneer Fieldmade to introduce NOMAD®03—a breakthrough mobile aluminium 3D printing micro-factory. This innovation extends laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) beyond conventional...
On March 30, 2025, a UK recycling facility adopted Redwave XRF sorting machines to improve aluminium separation. With this initiative, the business aims to improve the efficiency and purity of recycled aluminium, reducing waste and contamination. Source: Redwave The upgrade enables efficient...
From a single plant in Siberia to a global aluminium powerhouse, RUSAL's 25-year journey is a story of bold vision, technological excellence, and enduring commitment to sustainable development. In 1994, amid the deep crisis in Russia's industrial sector, a transformation quietly began at the...
eFactor3, a leading provider of advanced recycling solutions, proudly brings the AirStar® Evolution by Westeria to the US market. This state-of-the-art windsifting technology redefines material separation, offering unparalleled efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. Image Source: eFactor3...
Dutch luxury yacht builder Heesen has confirmed the sale of Project Orion, a 49.8-metre, all-aluminium superyacht set to redefine speed and efficiency. Brokered by Anton Foord of Ocean Independence, this sleek vessel is currently under construction and will soon hit the waters. Aluminium plays a...
