The end-user aluminium sector has been exposed to the unparalleled application of technology in recent years, with big companies turning their production lines more sustainable under the global ESG rules. Hydro is ruling the sector with its innovative yet eco-friendly approaches in the industry. Hydro Rein recently signed a notion with Norwegian landowner Opplysningsvesenets Fund (OVF) to assemble seven cooperative solar projects emitting 655 MW in an assorted compound. UK's PurOptima will incorporate Hydro's Circal in its flagship curtain wall and window-making line. Ball Corporation will sell its aerospace business to BAE Systems for $5.55 billion. The deal will close in H1 2024, subject to regulatory approvals. After-tax proceeds of $4.5 billion will be used to reduce net debt, with the rest going towards share repurchases and dividends. BAE Systems won the bid against General Dynamics Corp and Textron.
Pembleton Motor Company is a small but growing business based in Bayton, Worcestershire. The company's latest creation is the Pembleton T24, a hand-built vintage-style sports automobile weighing around 361kg overall due to aluminium panels stretched over a tubular steel frame.
In a mission to imitate global green initiatives by metro networks, Kolkata Railways is about to introduce a steel-encased aluminium third rail system replacing the older pure-steel version. This will make the entire metro chain much more sustainable, reducing carbon emissions to a great extent.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/kolkata-metro-network-awaits-the-integration-of-steel-encased-aluminium-third-rail-system-98877
Fisker has introduced the Ronin, an electric sports vehicle with a cell-to-cell chassis idea. According to the release, the Ronin would have a "unique aluminium space frame with integrated battery cells." Aluminium being lightweight and durable, serves as a perfect metal for automobile manufacturers.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/fisker-announces-limited-edition-ronin-equipped-with-unique-aluminium-space-frame-98909
Ball Corporation, the world's leading producer of circular aluminum packaging for global beverage and household brands, is reportedly selling its aerospace business to BAE Systems for $5.55 billion in cash. The news came on Thursday, August 17, after the company announced its agreement with BAE Systems, a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company based in London, UK.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/ball-corporation-to-sell-its-aerospace-business-to-bae-systems-for-5-55-billion-98919
When it comes to automobiles, aluminium has a league of its own. Arcelor Mittal, a global steel company, has received a Fuso Canter 7C18 to deliver steel plates across North England from its Birkenhead location. The Fuso Canter, with its aluminium foundation platform, is an excellent match for the services required by the Luxembourg-based multinational corporation.
Hydro Rein and Norwegian landowner Opplysningsvesenets Fund (OVF) are forming a cooperative solar power firm. The partners intend to build seven solar projects totalling 655 MW on chosen Norwegian lands. Geisli Energi AS, Hydro Rein, and OVF have formed a new business to enter the fast-expanding Norwegian solar sector. Hydro Rein will control 49.9 per cent of the new firm, while OVF will possess 50.1 per cent.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/hydro-rein-and-ovf-to-establish-seven-solar-projects-totaling-655-mw-98891
Reynaers Aluminium UK has significantly reduced lead times for its ConceptWall 50 curtain wall system following a major expansion of its UK warehouse. The company's warehouse space has increased to 95,000 Sq. Ft., allowing for approximately 40 per cent extra stock to be stored and increasing stock in line with demand.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/reynaers-aluminium-lowers-lead-time-for-its-conceptwall-50-curtain-wall-assembly-98934
UK-based Optima's New York counterpart, PurOptima has declared that from now on all its glass and aluminium wall partitions or doors would consist of aluminium with recycled content, choosing Norsk Hydro's Circal for this sustainable ideation.
The Dairy Development Authority (DDA) has released better pasture seed kinds that are more nutritious and develop quicker. They also distributed 352 milk cans composed of aluminium alloy, weighing 50ltrs/20ltrs each, 176 milking aluminium buckets, and 68 scoops. In contrast to typical handling equipment such as jerrycans, which leak toxins into the milk and reduce its quality, Christopher Ssebina claims that aluminium cans do not leak harmful substances into the milk and also promotes a sustainable approach.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/dda-distributes-176-aluminium-milking-buckets-to-dairy-co-operatives-in-kampala-98897
ACG, a global leader in integrated pharmaceutical manufacturing solutions headquartered in Mumbai, India, has recently acquired full shareholding ownership of Technical Aluminium Foil Company LLC (TAFC UAE), solidifying its expansion strategy in the Middle Eastern and African markets.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/acg-strengthens-its-position-with-the-acquisition-of-technical-aluminium-foil-company-98912
Bobby, the newest "healthy" soft drink to enter the market, is a low-sugar, sustainable soft drink alternative devoid of preservatives and artificial flavours and contains gut-friendly bacteria. Sustainability is at the core of Bobby, and is known for using ecologically friendly packaging made of recycled aluminium and cardboard slabs. The firm always looks for methods to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/bobby-the-newly-launched-soft-drink-company-uses-recycled-aluminium-for-its-packaging-98922
CORSAIR, a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-performance gaming, multimedia production, and PC enthusiast gear and technology, introduces the HS80 Max wireless headset, which is mainly made of aluminium.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/corsair-launches-new-hs80-max-wireless-headset-strengthened-by-aluminium-98871
Renishaw, a global engineering technologies company, has collaborated with British Cycling and other partners to develop the new Hope-Lotus track bike as part of its ongoing partnership with the Great Britain Cycling Team. The experts have decided to use aluminium and titanium parts to make the bike sturdy.
The Zera Cooling Crescent, invented by Aphra Hallam, is a wearable device that reduces the hot flushes that women might suffer during menopause. The device comprises reusable aluminium and silicone and is meant to fit comfortably behind the neck. The gadget employs thermoelectric technology to provide a cold feeling that alleviates the hot flushes that might occur during menopause.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/zera-cooling-crescent-comprising-aluminium-and-silicone-offers-relief-during-menopause-98890
Designs Signage Solutions has introduced easy-to-store, reusable, and recyclable event solutions while also improving the quality of its 3D scanning procedures. And the emphasis on innovation is an essential aspect of the firm's development, resulting in 50 per cent growth as it marks its 30th anniversary, with the staff growing considerably. The business had to figure out how to re-engineer the aluminium used for the signage to be readily deconstructed and rebuilt for shipping.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/designs-signage-solutions-works-on-how-to-re-engineer-the-aluminium-used-for-signs-98913
Gone are the days of struggling with hulking laptops. Acer has a solution to this. The new Acer Predator Triton 14 illustrates how a lightweight laptop can be beneficial and powerful. The lid made of aluminium is sturdy, sleek, durable, anti-corrosive and travel-friendly, catering to both the needs of gamers and working professionals.
Stanford University's researchers have developed a new paint that incorporates aluminium flakes in an infrared reflective layer and nanoparticles in an ultrathin, infrared-transparent layer in a wide range of colours. For many years, reflective architecture has been lauded for its ability to keep indoor spaces cool by reflecting the sun's rays off white surfaces.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/stanford-university-researchers-unveil-reflective-paint-infused-with-aluminium-flakes-98939
House of Marley's recent launch, the famous Stir it Up series of sustainable turntables, has received a crisp new appearance, improved components and a psychedelic zoetrope slipmat with dancing animated Bob Marley. The newly refurbished turntable is composed of recycled aluminium, bamboo and glass. The turntable was inspired by "Bob Marley's love for music and the planet" and was created with sustainability as a driving theme.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/bob-marley-inspired-refurbished-turntable-features-recycled-aluminium-and-zoetrope-slipmat-98941
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