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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Meltio, the leading manufacturer of wire-laser metal deposition systems, leaps forward and presents a new generation of metal 3D printers conceived to introduce metal additive manufacturing to the world of industrial production outside of niche areas. The new Meltio M600 is designed to solve...
According to a report on March 14, Norsk Hydro will soon begin upgrading the remaining 120 electrolytic cells at Hydro Husnes Line A with state-of-the-art technology, investing NOK 225 million. This is the final stage of upgradation that started with Husnes' Line B and continued with 80 out of 200...
The Polish company Extral Aluminium (Extral Sp. z o.o.), which specialises in aluminium extrusions , has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities to serve the construction, automobile, and machinery sectors better. This enhancement includes acquiring a new aluminium extrusion press and procuring a...
The quest for effective recycling solutions intensifies as the world's dependence on electronics continues to grow. Electronics often contain a mix of metals like aluminium, zinc, and copper, which pose challenges to proper separation and recycling. Recent research has found a remarkable solution...
The Scottish waste management company Cireco has celebrated the achievements of its automated residual line, located at the materials recycling facility (MRF) near Dunfermline. In September 2022, Cierco integrated three AI robots obtained from Recycleye. These robots were installed over a conveyor...
The Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) recently inaugurated a cutting-edge steam boiler to enhance the factory's power generation operations. Valued at approximately $300,000, this new equipment is poised to ramp up the production of carbon anodes, a crucial component in the primary aluminium...
On March 12, 2024, Constellium unveiled its initiative to commence industrial trials for utilising hydrogen within its casthouses, marking a pivotal advancement in its dedication to reducing carbon emissions. Recycling and casting, among the most energy-intensive processes, collectively contribute...
Recently, Southwest Aluminum's Melting and Casting Plant achieved a significant milestone with the successful trial production of a large-scale new aluminium alloy square ingot. This accomplishment marks a pivotal step forward, providing a solid foundation for the upcoming rolling research of this...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), one of the world’s largest aluminium smelters, has reportedly signed a Technology Services Agreement with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) for Reduction Line 6. The news came on Monday, March 11, after Alba’s CEO Ali Al Baqali and EGA’s CEO Abdulnasser Bin Kalban...
Chinalco Aluminum Foil and Longxi Aluminum Foil recently bagged the prestigious "Excellent Innovative Enterprise" title for 2023 in Dingxi City. A significant gathering was held on March 4th to boost the robust development of industry, science, and technology and the high-quality advancement of the...
Catalysts play a pivotal role in expediting chemical reactions and enhancing their efficiency. The advancement of new catalytic technologies is crucial for driving the transition towards green energy. The Rice University laboratory led by nanotechnology innovator Naomi Halas has discovered an...
Ed has 21 years in the metalcasting industry, primarily in non-ferrous metal. He has been with Inductotherm Corp. since September 2019 as Sales Manager for Light Metal Applications and District Manager covering the South-Central US. Before joining Inductotherm, Ed was a Regional Sales Manager for a...
From water to land, the use of aluminium is rolling out everywhere. According to the latest report, a United States-based Ocean intelligence company, Saildrone, has launched the first of a new generation of Surveyor autonomous vessels featuring aluminium. Founder and CEO Richard Jenkins said the...
A seasoned management professional, Dr Ralf Gerke-Cantow, the Managing Director of Visiometa GmbH, has a rich background in foundry engineering, specialising in investment casting of aluminium and titanium. With 19 years of hands-on experience in the industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and...
At the 2023 annual Advanced Collective and Outstanding Individual Recognition Conference held in the Shanzhou District of Sanmenxia City, Henan, Henkang Aluminum Co., LTD. (referred to as "Hengkang Aluminum") was honoured with the "Technological Transformation Award" and the "Tax Contribution...
Headquartered in Kolkata, Associated Industrial Furnaces (P) Ltd. (AIFL) operates from its central project office, strategically extending its presence nationwide through a robust network of regional and branch offices. Complemented by dedicated representatives strategically positioned in major...
RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has successfully completed development and begun industrial tests of a new generation of MaxiFlow cylindrical billets, version 2.0. This innovation will enable RUSAL's customers to significantly increase extrusion speed and overall production...
The e-Magazine " ALuminium Casting Industry: Focus 2024 " by AL Circle delves into the development of technology in the aluminium casting sector, shaping production methods, operational strategies, and overall industry standards. Digital transformation is one of the most trending words in the...
