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Made by Presezzi Extrusion Group (Vimercate, MB-Italy), the press will allow Alexandria Industries to increase its aluminium extrusion capabilities, extrude more complex product features, and hold tighter tolerances, while utilising a variety of alloys.  Alexandria Industries will gain an extra 30 percent in extrusion capacity.  “By combining the latest in aluminium extrusion technology with the best employees, we will continue to lead our industry,” said Tom Schabel, CEO, Alexandria Industries. “This investment also aligns with our company vision and...

Mecfor has announced the deployment of a technological showcase, for which the Government of Quebec has granted $350K to test the AGV TEAM prototype (acronym for "Transporteur Électrique d’Autoguidé Mecfor") in real operational conditions in a Quebec aluminium smelter. This R&D project for the Quebec equipment manufacturer, leader in North America for specialised mobile equipment for aluminium smelters, represents a capital investment of $ 1.5M, to which is added the financial support of $ 1,1M from both levels of government. The Government of...

CANPACK Group has announced that the company has started providing cans with unique SATIN varnish for its client –  Plzensky Prazdroj Slovensko a.s., part of the Japanese ASAHI Group and the owner of the SARIS Ejl beer brand.  The innovative SATIN varnish gives the can a unique, matt effect and soft, fabric-like feel. The use of special printing effects with great design of SARIS Ejl enhances the brand equity with a crafted touch. SARIS is the first brand on the beer market which has chosen the unique SATIN effect from CANPACK for its cans.  "Our customers...

Through this acquisition and the implementation of broad synergies, STAS wishes to realise its vision of becoming a key player for the aluminium industry by offering turnkey, reliable and robust solutions to its customers: aluminium smelters, rolling mills, extrusion plants, forging plants, recyclers, distribution centres and the carbon industry. Founded in 1989, STAS today has more than 160 employees and designs and commercialises high-tech equipment in more than 40 countries. With more than 1500 equipment units in operation and thousands of individual solutions, the company is a...

EGA is the first company in the Middle East to achieve a certification to Aluminium Stewardship Initiative standards. The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative is a global, non-profit standards setting and certification organisation. Its members are mining and metal companies, end-users like Apple and Nespresso, and non-governmental organisations, and it aims to maximise the contribution of aluminium to a sustainable society. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative certification is the aluminium industry’s internationally-recognised standard for environmental and social performance and...

Hilde Merete Aasheim assumed her position as Hydro’s new President and CEO today, aiming to lift profitability and accelerate the company’s drive to become a leading provider of advanced, low-carbon products and solutions. Aasheim introduced several measures in support of her business agenda, which include renewing the company’s corporate management board, restructuring and strategic review of the Rolled Products business area, ensuring stricter capital discipline and capital allocation, as well as revitalising on-going improvement programs and identifying new...

Under the combined pressures of delivering environmental protection and energy efficiency, the automotive industry is striving to make major breakthroughs in weight reduction and low emissions.  This is the backdrop for Lightweight Asia 2019 from 10-12 July in Shanghai, which will provide a platform for companies from around the world to showcase their latest products and research for next-generation lightweight manufacturing.  Lightweight Asia takes place alongside the 15th Aluminium China event and are expected to attract over 25,000 visitors. This year, the shows have...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), announced that it has successfully started additional 106 pots in Line 6 bringing by that 212 pots into life which is equivalent to 50% of Line 6 capacity on Thursday 18 April 2019. Alba’s Chairman of the Board of Directors Shaikh Daij bin Salman bin Daij Al Khalifa attended the ceremony to mark this milestone, which was held on Tuesday 30 April, in the presence of Alba CEO Mr. Tim Murray, Alba Executive Management Team, Line 6 Start-up Team along with senior Bechtel officials.   Commenting on this occasion, the Chairman of Alba’s...

To meet the EV market’s growing needs, Novelis has worked with industry partners to develop the world’s first aluminium sheet battery enclosure. Available globally, it is built with Novelis Advanz™ aluminium products and is up to 50 percent lighter with a low$/kg premium compared to an equivalent steel design at substantially lower weight. When compared to aluminium extrusion and casting-intense designs, it is the most cost-effective solution for mass production vehicles. The enclosure accommodates all battery cell types and is designed particularly for battery...