The Aluminum Association will release its first new material registration record in nearly 20 years. The new “purple sheets” will provide clear chemical designations for aluminum powder used in 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing. The purple sheets are the newest addition to the Association’s long-running “rainbow sheet” series, which provides alloy designations and […]
The knowledge base in the aluminum industry is shifting as many of the experts and leaders in extrusion, rolling, and casting are moving toward retirement. SMS group is working to combat this knowledge gap by providing its training programs which aim to help operations improve the competence of their employees. For the U.S., the company […]
By James C. LaBelle, CSD Structural Engineers, and Tanya A. Dolby, Kawneer Company. Introduction Recent developments, including testing and analysis, have resulted in an increased understanding of the pull-out strength of screws installed in screw chases in aluminum extrusions.1-3 One common use of this type of connection is to secure a continuous retainer that in […]
UC Rusal and RusHydro, one of Russia’s largest generating companies, commissioned the first potline at the Boguchansky aluminum smelter (BoAZ), part of the Boguchany Energy and Metals Complex (BEMO). It is also the first example of a large scale public-private partnership in Russia. “The launch of the first production line of the Boguchansky aluminum smelter is […]
The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) released its 2019 Buyers’ Guide, providing a complete directory of the latest contact and capabilities information for AEC members. This is an invaluable resource that enables product designers, specifiers, engineers and manufacturers to find the right aluminum extruder for their project. The Buyers’ Guide provides essential information on Extruder Members regarding the […]
AluK, a leader in the design and engineering of aluminum window, door and curtain walling systems in Hamme, Belgium, modernized their existing vertical powder coating line with the installation of two new SAT powder coating booths. The new powder coating booths are each designed with a “V” shape fast-cleaning section. The cleaning area is equipped with […]
Partnering with world class experts in the aluminum industry, the Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS) develops aluminum courses that provide the latest tools and techniques for solving current problems and anticipating future challenges. The courses feature networking events, plant tours, and individualized instructor attention to provide unmatched opportunities to connect and learn from colleagues and […]
Granco Clark, Inc. in Belding, Michigan, signed a partnership agreement with Laserax Inc. in Quebec, Canada, which will enable the company to supply inline laser marking solutions to extruders for improved traceability. Both companies stated that they are thrilled by the the partnership. As traceability becomes increasingly important across the aluminum supply chain, laser marking is proving to be […]
