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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Hycast, a technology company committed to delivering sustainable and safe casthouse solutions. We claim and endeavour to be the best at what we do. Our technology enables the production of aluminium products of superior quality through fully automated casting lines for Billet and Slab, including...
Depending on the type of aluminium alloy to cast, automatic casting machines should be equipped with a precise and powerful metal-level control system. The filling phase of the mould is challenging because we are faced with harsh conditions, mainly due to the presence of flames and smoke that can...
Introduction The need to measure dissolved hydrogen in aluminium alloys has never been greater as the quality specifications demanded by end-users continue to increase. Methods of measuring hydrogen have been commercially available for many years, but the performance of these methods has generally...
On Monday, March 4, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), one of the world’s largest aluminium smelters, signed an Associate Centre Partnership Agreement with the World Economic Forum (WEF) under the Advanced Manufacturing Industries Cluster. The signing ceremony was led by Alba’s Chief Executive...
The future of B2B is on online marketplaces. Now, I know what you are thinking, the world started digital long years ago, but the reality is B2B suppliers have been hesitant to get onboard on these online marketplaces. Understandably so, they think there is a need for an investment and a...
Eric Donsky is a serial deep tech entrepreneur, having founded the first industrial synthetic biology and bio-based chemical company, which was spun out of 4 national labs funded by the U.S. DoE, including PNNL. This company went public on the NYSE at a $1B+ valuation. His latest venture, Atomic13,...
The Nautical SUNRISE initiative aims to support the world's largest Offshore Floating Solar (OFS) power project. With a budget of €8.4 million, predominantly funded by the Horizon Europe programme to the tune of €6.8 million, the project commenced in December 2023. Its primary objective is to...
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) employees, between October 2022 and December 2023, collectively recycled 499,541 aluminium cans and plastic bottles in Dubai, thereby diverting 7,108 kilograms (7.1 tonnes) of waste from landfills. DEWA has implemented innovative measures to promote...
On February 29, 2024, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial company in the country outside the oil and gas sector, marked a significant milestone. The company announced the groundbreaking for the region's inaugural 100 per cent renewable energy-powered industrial data centres at...
A leading manufacturer of jet engines, known for its dedication to enhancing manufacturing capabilities, has announced plans to integrate two state-of-the-art Vapor Phase Aluminizing (VPA) coating furnaces from G-M Enterprises, a Nitrex company, in the first half of 2024. This strategic move...
To comply with the national energy-saving policy and advance Chinalco Group's "double carbon" agenda, Southwest Aluminum and Chinalco Environmental Protection and Energy Conservation Technology (Hunan) have recently achieved the energy-saving refurbishment of their smelting furnace. This move...
Lava Blue is progressing with developing its Predictive Research into Specialty Materials (PRiSM) centre towards small-scale commercial production. The Centre for Predictive Research into Specialty Materials (PRiSM) by Lava Blue, situated in Redlands, Brisbane, was established to explore and...
Samsung has reportedly unveiled its entry-level health and fitness tracker Galaxy Fit 3 in the Philippines market. The product started being available in the market from February 3, 2024, featuring aluminium frame. The new fitness band comes in grey, silver, and pink gold colour options. Although...
Morten Wierod has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer by the ABB Board of Directors. He will assume the role on August 1, 2024, succeeding Björn Rosengren, who will step down from his position effective July 31, 2024, and retire by December 31, 2024. During the transition period from...
Urbaser, a global leader, has recently made an innovative investment in automated sorting technology, unveiling plans to integrate an AI-powered waste-picking robot in Algimia, Valencia, by the first half of 2024. Partnering with the UK-based technology provider Recycleye, this move aligns with...
In the fast-evolving landscape of the aluminium industry, Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium giant, has been pioneering extraordinary initiatives, solidifying its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and emission reduction. This case study unfolds the chronological sequence of key events in...
Senior, the renowned technology components manufacturer, clinched two pivotal contracts with Airbus SAS and Airbus Atlantic, reinforcing its stature as a reliable partner for major original equipment manufacturers. Senior proudly announced a multi-year contract extension with Airbus, focusing on...
On February 16, 2024, the technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future, disclosed its agreement to acquire a global, energised asset optimisation leader focused on optimising asset safety, reliability, and maintenance for more than...
