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Women in Aluminium: The challenges behind progress and the milestones that followed
In the first part of the “ Women in Aluminium: Real Stories. Real Shifts ” article series , we explored the beginnings of these women’s journeys, starting from their first jobs to the roles they occupy now, highlighting the pivotal moments that led them into this field. Now, as we dive into the second part of the series, the story unfolds about the challenges they faced along the way as well as the projects and milestones that not only signify progress but also embody their sense of purpose. One theme is the common and uncommon challenges faced by these women and how they overcame them. The journey within the global aluminium industry, be it a leadership position, operational success or taking a strategic decision, is always built on a fundamental question that often goes unasked: What...
Women in Aluminium: From early struggles to shaping the industry’s future
It has been over a month since we released our special magazine, “ Women in Aluminium: Real Stories. Real Shifts ”, where women working in the aluminium industry across roles and domains have come together and shared their stories. Be it navigating the industry upon entering or thriving through the challenges, they have done it all. The participants not only talked about their challenges, but also shared the projects and milestones that shaped their journey while maintaining both their professional and personal lives. In the debut edition, the esteemed participants include Angelica Papageorgiou from Allumforce; Muna Abdullah Mohammed Al Nofali from Sohar Aluminium; Véronique Dufour from EPIQ Machinery; Carla Vierhout from Gouda Refractories BV; Dr Yashuang Gao (Song) from EnPot; Julie...
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A report that reveals where the aluminium casting industry is heading and how businesses can act.
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A report that reveals where the aluminium casting industry is heading and how businesses can act.
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ALuminium LeaderSpeak 2026 – All about how industry leaders are reading the aluminium market today
If you had to pin down the aluminium industry today in just a few words, what would they be? At AL Circle, we call it critical, agile, sensitive, and resilient – not because it makes for a tidy line but because it describes the present condition of the metal. Critical because the metal is now almost indispensable for the modern world's infrastructure. Strip it out, and you cripple EVs, defence systems, aerospace engineering, data infrastructure, and renewable energy push. We call it agile because the industry has evolved at a pace that most legacy sectors can’t keep up with. New technologies, process efficiencies, digital integration, sustainability mandates – you name it, and aluminium has adapted to it all. Well, the market is sensitive too because it has been responding and reacting...
AL Circle x Isabelle Gaudreau: Driving aluminium sustainability through automation, modular design and smart industrial technologies
Isabelle Gaudreau, Marketing Director at EPIQ Machinery, leads global marketing and communications strategies following the merger of Mecfor and Advanced Dynamics. With industry experience since 2006, her expertise bridges technical understanding and creative communication, positioning the company as a key innovator in sustainable aluminium technologies. In an interview for “ Sustainability & Recycling: Aluminium's Dual Commitment ” e-Magazine, Isabelle sheds light on how EPIQ Machinery integrates sustainability at the design stage via automation, modular systems and data-driven intelligence with the aim to enhance productivity, recycling efficiency, and energy optimisation in both primary and secondary aluminium operations. It also explores the company’s vision for advancing circular...
EPIQ Machinery inaugurates its new head office and begins a new phase of growth
Montreal (Canada), October 2, 2025 - EPIQ Machinery inaugurated its new head office in downtown Montreal, nestled on the third floor of the iconic Canada Cement building. The occupancy of these new premises represents a significant milestone for the Canadian equipment manufacturer. The location will become the company's nerve center and will house all members of the executive team and corporate functions, as well as the EPIQ Digital team (industrial digitalization) and part of the EPIQ Mecfor team (specialized vehicles). The ceremony took place in a festive and friendly atmosphere. Surrounded by representatives of the majority shareholder SeaFort Capital, minority shareholders, operators, employees, customers, and partners, the high management of EPIQ Machinery performed the traditional...
AL Circle x EPIQ Machinery: Driving efficient, safe and automated material handling in aluminium production
Yannick Beaulé, Chief Revenue Officer at EPIQ Machinery since 2021, brings extensive expertise in sales, operations, and general management for industrial equipment and technical solutions. He has successfully led multi-site teams, launched service centres, developed new products and markets, and negotiated key client partnerships. Marty DeGoey, Sr. Applications Specialist at EPIQ Machinery, leverages 25 years of experience in material handling for the aluminium industry, having contributed to innovative solutions at Alcoa and Advanced Dynamics. He continues to drive handling solutions that influence US aluminium operations. In an interview for “ American Aluminium Industry: The Path Forward ” e-Magazine, both Yannick and Marty discussed how EPIQ Machinery is addressing operational...
“Buzzterms such as cybersecurity, big data, IT-OT convergence, and cloud platforms are everywhere, yet it all still begins on Level 0— the field sensors— and rises through the PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA).” Yannick Beaule, Executive - CRO, Rupali Kaushik NOVIMEQ by EPIQ Machinery
Yannick Beaulé, Chief Revenue Officer at EPIQ Machinery since August 2021, brought extensive experience in sales, operations and general management within the heavy industrial equipment sector. His leadership spans multi-site operations, service centre expansion, product and market development and high-level client negotiations. Rupali Kaushik leads Services and Marketing at NOVIMEQ Automation by EPIQ, driving global marketing and business development in industrial automation services. With a career starting in 2006, she offers a strong blend of engineering, marketing, and entrepreneurial expertise. Her cross-industry experience enables her to deliver innovative, customer-centric automation solutions. Both leaders contributed significantly to EPIQ’s growth and industry impact and shared...
EPIQ Machinery expands its global presence with the acquisition of a 50% stake in the FAFECO Group
EPIQ Machinery, a leader in integrated material handling solutions for the metals & mining, and pulp and paper industries, is proud to announce the strategic acquisition of a 50 per cent stake in FAFECO GROUP, one of India's most respected crane and overhead crane manufacturers. By this acquisition, EPIQ Machinery strengthened its human capital to reach a skilled workforce of over 900 employees, a third of whom are based in Canada. In addition, the company consolidates its global presence, particularly in India, where it has successfully expanded its operations over the past 12 years through EPIQ ADF in Pune. Founded in 1971, FAFECO GROUP has extensive expertise in custom-designed cranes with unit lifting capacities of up to 500 tonnes. The company operates three manufacturing facilities...
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AL Circle x Isabelle Gaudreau: Driving aluminium sustainability through automation, modular design and smart industrial technologies
Yannick Beaulé & Marty DeGoey
AL Circle x EPIQ Machinery: Driving efficient, safe and automated material handling in aluminium production
Yannick Beaule & Rupali Kaushik
“Buzzterms such as cybersecurity, big data, IT-OT convergence, and cloud platforms are everywhere, yet it all still begins on Level 0— the field sensors— and rises through the PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA).” Yannick Beaule, Executive - CRO, Rupali Kaushik NOVIMEQ by EPIQ Machinery
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