End-user aluminium weekly recap: MIT researchers on the path to stabilise aluminium-sulfur batteries for the EV-market; Ball’s aluminium cups to enter UK market with Re:Water’s help
The end user aluminium sector had ample good news this week with MIT and Peking University scientists researching an aluminium-sulfur battery with molten-salt electrolyte that could prove to be more efficient and cost-effective than the traditional lithium-ion battery in an electric vehicle. On August 23, Mr Kumar Mangalam Birla declared in the 63rd Annual General Meeting of Hindalco Industries that the company has constituted India’s first all-aluminium railway wagon. Ball Corporation, in collaboration with Re:Water, is ready to launch its aluminium cups in the UK alongside signing a long-term supply and purchase deal with Wildpack Beverage, a Canadian brewery plus packaging company.
A global team of researchers managed by Quanguan Pang at the Peking University and Donald Sadoway at MIT have released records of a bidirectional, quick-charging aluminium-chalcogen battery activated by a molten-salt electrolyte consisting NaCl-KCl-AlCl3. This is a variation from the conventional aluminium batteries that have low capacity compound formulations than the positive elemental-chalogen electrode. Moreover, the molten-salt electrolytes are safer than room-temperature ionic liquids that are prone to high polarization.
The California-based Electric Bike Company launched its much-awaited foldable e-bike, dubbed Model-F, featuring hydroformed aluminium chassis. The Model F sports a low-step through the frame and 24-inch wheels instead of the bigger cruiser's 26-inch wheels and the smaller 20-inch wheels often seen on other folding electric bikes.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/hydroformed-aluminium-chassis-braces-the-model-f-e-bike-from-electric-bike-company-83343
InTech, a company that pioneers making all-aluminium travel trailers, has added the latest series of endurable trailers to its portfolio, called the O-V-R series. These aluminium trailers have been designed to penetrate rugged terrains and ‘even the most remote locations’.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/intech-unveils-the-all-aluminium-body-o-v-r-trailer-series-83347
On Tuesday, August 23, Mr Kumar Mangalam Birla announced in the 63rd Annual General Meeting of Hindalco Industries that the company developed India’s first all-aluminium railway wagon. The railway rake made from lightweight, high strength aluminium alloys is 3.2 tonnes lighter than a steel rake.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/hindalco-builds-indias-first-all-aluminium-railway-rake-says-kumar-mangalam-in-63rd-agm-83367
Svitch, one of India's largest manufacturers of e-bikes, is known for its sleek and smart look, making the bike stand out among the crowd. The Svitch XE+ is the latest addition to their collection. The XE+ model features a forged aluminium alloy 6061 chassis, making it lightweight and robust simultaneously.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/foldable-e-bike-from-svitch-boasts-forged-aluminium-alloy-6061-chassis-83392
Mercedes-Benz Group AG, a German multinational automotive corporation, has received Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative for aluminium vehicle body and structural parts production at its five European press shops.
Rolec’s aluDOOR is a continuation of their popular enclosure series aluCASE and is more evolved with a perfectly sustainable aluminium case that can be attached to bulkheads, workstations, machines and walls. This portable aluminium enclosure comes with the usual IP66 and IP67 ratings, which can be customised with a 69k upgrade as per the customer’s request.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/rolec-launches-latest-aludoor-aluminium-enclosures-for-electronics-sector-83393
The Window Glass Company Ltd., hailing from Bristol, supplies self-designed and manufactured windows, consisting of curtain walls and aluminium window solutions. Recently, the firm has been searching for a capable buyer to take over the organisation's operations. The enterprise now has generated sales of £3.4 million after going through the harrowing conditions of COVID-19.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/window-glass-company-ltd-wishes-to-find-new-buyer-for-aluminium-windows-business-83340
Muda Architects, a design studio from China, has unveiled their museum layout showcasing the Chinese medical history to be built in Chengdu, designed to resemble the shape of the scared yin-yang symbol. This 13,000 sq. m. establishment near the Huitong Lake in Pengzhou would be known as the Tianfu Museum of Chinese Medicine. Its wonderful aluminium façade allocation forces well-distinguished architects into a tremor.
Fenesta, a company under DCM Shriram Group’s network, also India’s biggest windows and doors maker, has declared, in a segment today, the optimisation of its latest factory in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. This will account for the company’s sixth manufacturing unit in India, while the other five are already situated in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kota and two in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan.
On August 23, Wildpack Beverage, a Canadian drinks maker and packaging company, declared that a long-term purchase and supply agreement has been signed with Ball Corporation for the procurement of sustainable aluminium packaging solutions.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/wildpack-signs-supply-agreement-for-aluminium-solutions-with-ball-corporation-83356
The infinitely recyclable Ball Aluminum Cup is set to hit the UK market this autumn after making a triumphant debut at three Super Bowls and Coldplay's Music of the Spheres US Tours. Ball has teamed up with Re:Water as the exclusive distributor of the cup. This collaboration marks the UK's first widespread distribution of aluminium cups.
To know more: https://www.alcircle.com/news/ball-aluminum-cup-partners-with-re-water-for-its-uk-debut-83366
Brewers across the United States are facing aluminium can shortage, which started in the spring of 2020 when the COVID-19 was in full swing leading to the closure of many bars and restaurants. Thus, more and more people were drinking at home, which drove up the demand for aluminium cans. Other beverage products were also seeking cans for packaging, but there were not enough to go around, says Bart Watson, chief economist at the Brewers Association.
Jake Inglis, the winner of the Alupro-sponsored category for "personal daily care product and brand" at the 2022 Student Starpack Awards, was given a VIP tour of Crown's cutting-edge R&D centre in Wantage on Thursday, August 18.
The USA has been under severe aluminium can shortage since the spring of 2020, and this recurring problem has resulted in the closure of many bars and outlets serving alcoholic beverages. Breweries were also largely affected by inflated operational costs. Right Brain Brewery, located in Traverse City, Michigan, was also not spared from the consequences, as internal reports claimed the prices were up by two cents per can.
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