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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An industry partner specialising in the production of heat exchangers purchased a semi-continuous furnace for controlled atmosphere aluminium brazing (CAB) from SECO/WARWICK to increase production capacity. The system is designed to increase the efficiency and quality of the heat exchangers with...
Groundbreaking designs have demonstrated that aluminium components used across various transport modes can be made nearly 50 per cent lighter without sacrificing strength. Coventry-based casting firm Sarginsons Industries has unveiled new designs showcasing a significant breakthrough in automotive...
Chinalco Shanxi New Materials commissioned the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association to assess two key achievements: the "Comprehensive Utilisation and Industrial Application of Secondary Aluminum Ash in Clinker Kiln Resources" and the "R&D and Application of an Automated Aluminum Bar...
The first batch of cathode sets for the Indonesia Beijia electrolytic aluminium project, supplied by Shenyang Institute, was successfully shipped from Lianyungang on Friday January 10, 2025. The project is a joint venture between Indonesia's Adaro Group and China's Liqin Resources, with Shenyang...
The Back British Metals (BBM) initiative has reinforced its commitment to positioning the UK metals industry as a key driver of economic growth, innovation, and national resilience following a pivotal meeting with Chris McDonald MP. With growing political backing, BBM is playing a leading role in...
The global primary aluminium production in 2024 reached 72.7 million tonnes (approx.). With demand continuing to rise, it is expected that production will also further increase in the coming years, leading to more environmental challenges. As a result, in order to tackle or overcome these hurdles,...
Intals S.p.A. is a leading European company specialising in aluminium recycling. With origins dating back to 1902 in a small artistic aluminium foundry in central Milan, Intals has established itself as a key player in the European aluminium recovery and recycling industry. In this exclusive...
The Science and Technology Department of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology recently released a public approval list of laboratories for quality control and technical evaluation of industrial products. Out of all applicants, only 200 laboratories in China successfully passed the...
The Science and Technology Department of Gansu Province recently released the 2024 list of high-tech, high-growth, and high-value-added enterprises in which Northwest Aluminum earned a spot due to its outstanding innovation capabilities and strong development momentum. For years, Northwest Aluminum...
Swiss technology leader Bühler Group delivered its first megacasting solutions to Honda Motor Company Ltd., marking a significant step in the Japanese automaker’s electric vehicle (EV) production push. Honda has invested in multiple Bühler Carat 610 die-casting machines to ramp up manufacturing...
Rio Tinto, a British-Australian multinational company and the world’s second-largest metals and mining corporation, is experimenting with reducing energy storage costs in a bid to reserve abundant amounts of intermittent renewables to feed smelters with the seamless electricity supply they need....
Fifteen light metals-related symposia. Four invited keynotes by industry leaders. Three supplier technology sessions. Short courses led by expert instructors. One highly respected proceedings volume. These light metals programming highlights make the TMS 2025 Annual Meeting & Exhibition (TMS2025) a...
Ensuring cutting-edge technology and next-level experience to customers, the India-based Chinese smartphone manufacturer Realme has decided to release an upgraded version of its already available Note 60 in Philippines. As per realme’s website the upgraded version will also include dynamic RAM...
We are honored to have a conversation with José Domingo Berasategui, CEO of GHI Smart Furnaces. After serving for over a decade as General Manager, Berasategui now takes on the role of executive leader, strengthening GHI’s commitment to innovation and excellence. In an exclusive discussion with AL...
Technology and advancements are the backbone of progress, continuously reshaping how we live, work, and interact with the world. Both are like the invisible thread that connects the simplest tasks to the most extraordinary feats, shaping how we live, work, and explore, from the flick of a switch...
Romain Girbal, a seasoned entrepreneur and business developer, has over 20 years of experience across various industries. A graduate of HEC Paris with a specialisation in Business Law and Management, Romain is known for his strategic vision and leadership. In 2013, he co-founded Alliance Minière...
HPQ Silicon Inc., a Quebec-based advanced materials engineering provider, has filed a provisional patent application for its latest innovative process developed by its France-based affiliate, Novacium SAS. The process is designed to transform black aluminium dross, a toxic by-product of aluminium...
Bridgnorth Aluminium Limited, a leading name in the United Kingdom’s aluminium rolled products segment, came into the news for its whopping 2 million Pounds(£) in technical advancement at its 66-acre facility. The investment announcement initially came in October 2024. The company is the singular...
