
Vedanta Aluminium is using artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital tools across its operations as part of its efforts to improve day-to-day decision-making, logistics, safety and equipment monitoring. At BALCO in Korba, Vedanta Aluminium has introduced four AI-enabled Control Towers to keep...
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...
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BYU has collaborated with Toyota to develop a more efficient welding technique for the sliding doors of the Toyota Sienna. Traditionally, resistance spot welding has been used, a method suited to steel. However, the new process, called refill friction stir spot welding, adapts this principle...

In a significant leap forward for materials science, Nitride Global, Inc., a world leader in aluminium nitride technology, in September 2024, announced its latest advancements in aluminium oxynitride (AlON) films at the 19th International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering (PSE ’24). The...

meviy, a cutting-edge parts procurement platform developed by the MISUMI Group, has introduced anodised aluminium (pre-finished) sheets to its sheet-metal service lineup. The newly added aluminium sheets are ideal for projects involving 3D CAD designs, ensuring both versatility and precision. Image...

At FACHPACK 2024, Constantia Flexibles introduced a groundbreaking digital print technology tailored for die-cut aluminium dairy lids. This innovation, described as an "industry-first," was discussed by Michael Harder, Senior Vice President Dairy, and Thomas Schulz, Vice President Group Marketing...

Cultivating restorative microbial activity to remediate metal-impacted mine wastes has retained some successes, mainly using man-made wetlands or passive bioreactors to generate (microbially mediated) anoxic and sulfidic conditions. Image Source: American Geosciences Institute Recently, researcher...

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world's largest single-site aluminium smelter, has entered into a strategic partnership with Bahrain-based ARRAY Innovation, a leader in AI and digital cloud solutions. The partnership, formalised at the Gateway Gulf Investment Forum's second edition, focuses on...

At Gateway Gulf 2024, an investment forum programme hosted by the Bahrain Economic Development from November 3 to 4, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C (Alba) and Daiki Aluminium Industry Company Ltd., talked about their strategic partnership to form a joint venture firm – Alba-Daiki Sustainable Solutions...

With the growing demand for packaging with reduced plastic content and more eco-friendly materials, many organisations are developing sustainable solutions featuring aluminium as one of the key ingredients. In response to this demand, Hamed Zarei and his team designed and evaluated various...

Pro-Ject Audio Systems has unveiled The Classic Reference turntable, touted as an extensively enhanced version of its Classic EVO or a refined successor to the VPO 175 limited edition. This model features the EVO 9 AS HG tonearm, equipped with high-precision ABEC 7 bearings encased in a substantial...

The Salzburger Aluminium Group (SAG Group), a market leader in aluminium-based vehicle components, is making significant strides in advancing lightweight construction. This will help drastically reduce CO₂ emissions across the automotive and heavy vehicle sectors. From luxury sports cars that race...

Sun Chemical, X-Rite Incorporated, and Pantone LLC have jointly introduced new Monobloc colour libraries within the PantoneLIVE™ digital colour ecosystem, enhancing the precision of Pantone standards communication across monobloc can production. These innovative libraries support brands and metal...

ABx Group is pleased to announce that its 83 per cent-owned subsidiary, ALCORE, has delivered exceptional results from its bath pilot batch reactor, increasing confidence in the technology's ability to operate continuously and at scale. The reactor, which is located at the ALCORE Technology Centre...

Ball Corporation, the leading global provider of sustainable aluminium packaging for beverages, personal care and home products, as well as aluminium cups, announced today the re-launch of its proprietary printing technology, Dynamark™ for its beverage cans in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)....

Nokia, the Finnish multinational corporation, is reportedly launching its latest 5G-enabled smartphone, the Nokia X60 Pro. The X60 Pro showcases a sleek, modern design combining aesthetics and practicality. Crafted from aerospace-grade aluminium and a unique blend of recycled materials, it reflects...

The ICSOBA 2024 day-1 technical conference commenced on October 28, 2024, following the registration and welcome reception on October 27, 2024. This marked an exciting start to three days of advanced discussions and deep dives into the evolving landscape of the aluminium industry. This year’s...

Qingxin Carbon recently secured authorisation for its latest innovation focussing on the electrolytic aluminium industry from China National Intellectual Property Administration invention patent. This latest patent is for an "Electrolytic Aluminum Cathode Side Corner Scratching Machine." Image...

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) chose Iowa-based Critical Materials Recycling (CMR) as one of six companies to receive a $500,000 cash prize, along with $100,000 in support from national laboratories. The DOE prize was awarded to Critical Materials Recycling to implement the acid-free...

An AI robot has been hired to work in Chicago's preliminary recycling sorter and prevent aluminium cans from falling into the landfill pit. Reselling aluminium cans is so much of the apple of the eye in the recycling business that it subsidises the rest of the operation. Even then, Illinois ranks...