BAB Aluminium: First to deploy Capral's LocAl® Super Green Aluminium for all its products

BAB Aluminium, a leading company in the aluminium seating sector, has recently made a prominent move towards environmental sustainability by adopting LocAl® Super Green Low Carbon Aluminium, a flagship green aluminium variant provided by Capral Aluminium for all of its products.

This innovative material has been designed to have a lower carbon footprint in comparison to traditional aluminium, thanks to a manufacturing process that reduces greenhouse gas emissions. The adoption of LocAl® Super Green Low Carbon Aluminium is a clear indication of BAB Aluminium's commitment to exploring more sustainable options that can help minimise their ecological impact while setting an example for others in the industry to follow. It is encouraging to see companies like BAB Aluminium taking proactive steps to address environmental issues and drive positive change.

BAB Aluminium was founded by Brian Blowes and is a supplier of premium quality aluminium seating and setting solutions used in different industries, ranging from huge sports stadiums to regional schools. The company claims that if you are in Australia, you must have sat on a BAB aluminium seating module.

The founder, Brian, exclaimed: "Both BAB and Grandstands Australia, our Grandstands division, supply seating all over Australia; you will find BAB Aluminium products in the heart of Sydney's CBD as well as remote communities within the Kimberly."

"Architects and designers often specify our aluminium seating and grandstands. We work in consultation with architects to ensure the individual needs of their project are met, and we constantly work to exceed our clients' expectations," he added.

Over the past 40 years, BAB has grown in scale, quality, and diversity. They are known for durable, high-quality seating, innovation, and a consultative approach to satisfy client needs. BAB's commitment to sustainability led them to consider switching to low-carbon primary aluminium for their seating.

"Carbon has become an important part of the conversation when working with architects and designers. Schools, institutions, and sporting facilities; across various projects, we are being asked to provide information about the sustainability of our products, material sourcing and stewardship," Brian stated.

Aluminium is a highly sustainable material due to its versatile and recyclable nature. However, there are significant variations in the carbon emissions of smelters during the production of primary aluminium. Capral's LocAl® Super Green primary aluminium offer is one of the lowest carbon aluminium available globally at 4kg CO2e/kg Al and will be used to extrude BAB Aluminium seating.

The product is produced using hydroelectricity, achieving significantly lower CO2e emissions per kilo of aluminium produced compared to traditional energy sources. The use of LocAl® Super Green will reduce the carbon footprint of BAB's products while maintaining their performance and durability qualities.

The Capral Account Manager, Mary-Anne Inguanez, remarked: "BAB is the first Capral Customer to switch all its purchases to LocAl® Super Green, our lowest carbon aluminium offer. When we talked about it, Brian was clear about why he's made the decision - it was simply because it's the right thing to do - it's great to work with an Australian manufacturer who is prioritising sustainability and responsible sourcing and leading his industry in the use of Low carbon aluminium."

BAB Aluminium is committed to responsible product procurement and stewardship. The company prioritises sustainability and responsible sourcing in its operations, with a focus on minimising its environmental impact. BAB Aluminium is an active member of SEDEX and sources low-carbon aluminium from Capral, which is ASI-certified. The company currently reuses or recycles all the packing products associated with the aluminium sourced from Capral, including cardboard, paper, and timber. The switch to LocAl® Super Green Low Carbon Aluminium demonstrates BAB's significant commitment to sustainability.