
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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Eric Donsky's startup, Atomic13, has recently entered into an exclusive partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). This agreement is centred on commercialising the innovative Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion Process ( ShAPE™ ) technology,...

Dr Ashutosh Kumar Singh is a materials scientist specialising in synthesising and designing nanomaterials for applications like energy conversion, storage, sensors, and optoelectronics. He excels in translating research into practical prototypes and large-scale devices, with a strong track record...

Headquartered in Boston, VisionCycle has inaugurated an artificial intelligence (AI) unit to capture copper and aluminium scrap. The brand’s broad vision for sustainability can be aligned with the global call for Net Zero and reduction of carbon emissions, as this green drive can induce material...

AL Circle is excited to announce its 22nd edition of the upcoming e-magazine, " Aluminium Casting Industry: Focus 2024." As a premier platform dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation within the aluminium sector, AL Circle is excited to bring together thought leaders, experts, and...

A year ago today, HWI and Calderys were united under single ownership and became the Calderys Group. The new Group immediately began an exciting program to share technologies, transferring a selection of Calderys solutions in the Americas to HWI - a member of Calderys, and bringing a selection of...

Tesco is introducing the UK's inaugural tubeless kitchen foil, heralding a significant step towards sustainability. With the implementation of an advanced rolling machine, Tesco is pioneering this innovative product, which will spare 12.5 million cardboard rolls annually. This week, Tesco patrons...

February 19, 2024, marks a significant milestone for Chemship as it launches its inaugural vessel equipped with wind-assisted propulsion, setting a new standard in sustainable shipping. The MT Chemical Challenger, a pioneering chemical tanker, now boasts the distinction of being the first of its...

Elementum 3D, a leading developer and supplier of metal additive manufacturing (AM) advanced materials, print parameters, and services, is pleased to share that, working with TRUMPF Inc., its A6061-RAM2 alloy enabled a redesigned, additively manufactured “backbone” for INTENSE Cycles’ re-visioning...

In the heart of the Asia-Pacific region, Tomago Aluminium stands tall as an industry giant, shaping the aluminium landscape. Dennis Moncrieff, the company's IT superintendent, guides us through their digital transformation journey, a saga of challenges, lessons, and strategic decisions. Moncrieff...

Sims Metal, an international leader in metal recycling, has invested in an electric car flattener at its Allens Avenue site, replacing the previous diesel model. The state-of-the-art equipment, weighing 60,000 pounds, is expected to cut the site's CO2 emissions by 9.6 tons annually. The initiative...

BASF's Coatings division, specifically the Surface Treatment global business unit operating under the Chemetall brand, recently inaugurated its new Global Aluminum Competence Center in Giussano, Italy. This milestone significantly advances Chemetall's capabilities as a leading provider of surface...

Craft Beverage Warehouse (CBW) in Milwaukee is embarking on an ambitious journey to double its revenue by embracing innovation and acquiring a second multimillion-dollar digital print-to-aluminium can line to Milwaukee’s Century City Business Park. According to Kyle Stephens, the co-founder and...

Emirates Global Aluminium and the UAE's Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications office will promote the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across the region's industrial sectors. The news came on Wednesday, February 14, after the signing of a memorandum of...
NASA, in collaboration with Redwire and NeXolve, has achieved a pivotal milestone in solar sail technology. The focus is on developing a sail made of a polymer material coated with aluminium, resembling aluminium foil, to propel spacecraft using the light of the Sun. Solar sails, akin to sailboats...

In 2023, Bühler sailed through a challenging and unpredictable global environment, achieving heightened profitability and enhancing its equity ratio. Leveraging its status as an innovative solution provider, the company capitalised on numerous opportunities, securing a larger market share amid...

Introducing the latest innovation from SPIROL, the Series CL6000 lightweight Compression Limiters, crafted from lead-free aluminium with precision machining. Compression Limiters play a crucial role in fortifying high-stress joints within plastic assemblies, mainly where bolts are employed to...

One of the most critical areas determining cell life reduction and productivity over that life is the efficient sealing or lack of good sealing at the cathode bar penetrations on each cell. Engineers and product developers have worked for years to improve the sealing solutions in this critical...

America Makes: Elementum 3D's new aluminium feedstock receives approval for commercial 3D printing of the broader initiative named "Proliferation of AM Materials Datasets," funded by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense and the Air Force Research Laboratory, with Elementum 3D receiving up...