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Demand for aluminum in the automotive industry is continuing its growth trajectory, according to a new report from DuckerFrontier, "2020 North American Light Vehicle Aluminum Content and Outlook." This article highlights how aluminum sheet used in closures (hoods, doors, etc.), body-in-white, and chassis applications represents one of the key growth areas, as well as the increased demand for electric vehicles.
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Hydro's New Method for Eco Friendly Aluminum Design
Hydro has developed EcoDesign, a new method for creative collaboration between designers and materials engineers, enabling them to improve the functionality of a product, as well as its social and environmental footprint.
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Latrobe Receives Environmental Approval
Latrobe Magnesium Ltd. received approval from the Australian Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) to operate its magnesium research, development, and demonstration facility in Hazelwood North, Australia.
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Shyft Acquires Manufacturer of Al Light Truck Bodies
The Shyft Group, Inc., a North American specialty vehicles manufactuer, acquired F3 MFG Inc., an aluminum light truck body and accessory manufacturer. This includes F3's production facility in Waterville, Maine.
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The Presezzi Extrusion Group is the union of Presezzi Extrusion, COIM, Profile Automation, and their Melting Technology Division, each of which provide specialization developed with passion and expertise. The group manufactures an entire range of systems for aluminum extrusion and casthouse.
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MORE FROM LIGHT METAL AGE
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Primetals Technologies is moving to a new manufacturing and office facility in Sutton, Massachusetts, which will house its long rolling manufacturing and service operations. Read more...
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Butech Bliss invested $1.25 million in the purchase of a new manufacturing facility in Salem, Ohio, located adjacent to the company’s existing operations. The 50,000 sq ft space will add much needed room for manufacturing growth. Read more...
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The October selection of patents reviews recent inventions that metallurgists have developed in creating aluminum alloy compositions that provide special properties for their intended applications at various temperatures. Read more...
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