The Aluminum Association (AA) released preliminary estimates showing a 3.9% contraction in year-over-year demand for the aluminium industry in North America in 2023.
Hydro has invested NOK100m (EUR8.6m) in recycling technology at the Årdal primary aluminium plant in Norway, reducing the carbon footprint of its aluminium products.
With the acquisition of GIC Magnet, Ducab Metals Business aims to expand its range of products and strengthen its position in the global market.
Schaufler Tooling solves demanding challenges with an intelligent sealing system from Baier & Michels.
Demand for European aluminium foil remained well below 2022 levels throughout 2023, according to European Aluminium Foil Association’s recent figures.
Steinert is presenting new products at the Ifat trade fair in Munich (13–17 May 2024): four new sorting systems and add-ons.
The US Department of Energy has announced financial support for further aluminium decarbonisation and industry growth. Investment exceeds USD650m for four major aluminium projects.
News
After implementing comprehensive modernisation measures at its Striko Melter, Albert Weber is able to make significant energy savings with its furnace.
Hong Kong is becoming less attractive as a business location, and many people currently discuss the future of the LME.
The official ground-breaking ceremony marks the next phase of the joint venture between the HAI Group and LS Cable & System.
Processes & Technology
After about 30 years, the metal expert Günther+Schramm, updated its high bay storage system. The project was completed in just four weeks.
The demands for efficiency in production still remain high: high machining volumes must be achieved quickly, reliably and economically.
Constellium has signed a partnership agreement with PyroGenesis Canada Inc. to test the use of plasma torch technology at an industrial scale.
Markets & Products
Four members of the European Aluminium Packaging Group (EAPG) have signed an agreement to engage in a project to maximise the recycled content levels of beverage cans.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new aluminium truck front concept to significantly reduce fatal crashes in car-truck collisions.
Currently, most European countries are experiencing quite a disappointing construction and building demand which affects the aluminium market.