In an era marked by growing environmental awareness, mining operations are under increasing pressure to adopt more eco-friendly and efficient methods. Continuous surface mining is emerging as a promising alternative to traditional drill and blast mining, offering a host of advantages for both the planet and mining companies. Many regions are shifting away from conventional […]
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The aluminium market in 2023 has been a rollercoaster ride marked by uncertainty and volatility. From its peak in early 2023 to subsequent declines, aluminium prices have been influenced by a multitude of factors. This article delves into the intricate dynamics that have shaped aluminium price trends in 2023 and the fundamental forces behind its […]
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Wireless sensor solutions are a game-changer in the aluminium industry, unlocking huge opportunities for improved efficiency and resource savings. Here is how: The demand for smarter, more efficient, and sustainable practices is paramount as the world becomes more connected and industries evolve. Enter cutting-edge sensor solutions that enhance production processes and ensure the aluminium industry […]
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Introduction Aluminium industry employs more than a million and half workforce across the world, considering both upstream and downstream across the globe, along with the directly related and peripheral industries . More than 60% of this huge workforce is blue collar or people working outside the office. They are the people working in the bauxite […]
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Introduction Aluminium is the second most abundant metal on the earth’s crust. The global consumption of Aluminium in 2023 has been estimated to be around 95.3 MT[i] (Million Tonnes), in line with AL Circle’s report on Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2023. According to AL Circle’s research, the global size of the Aluminium ecosystem is over […]
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The aluminium industry is one of the most commercially important industries in the world and one of the most flourishing ones, too. The global aluminium demand will increase by almost 40% by 2030, and the aluminium sector will need to produce an additional 33.3 million tonnes to meet demand growth in all industrial sectors – […]
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The aluminium industry is going through a massive transformation as it adopts the principle of Industry 4.0 technologies, also known as the Fourth Revolution. Companies have already implemented this ongoing change, improving the aluminium industry’s efficiency, productivity and sustainability. The Industrial 4.0 technologies in the aluminium industry include interconnectivity, automation and robotics, machine learning, real-time […]
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With worldwide supply chain challenges impacting almost every aspect of our daily lives, the need for manufacturers to focus on driving efficiencies has never been greater. The rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) have paved the way for transformative changes across industries. AI and IoT are already revolutionizing the manufacturing […]
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Speira, a major aluminium producer in Europe, announced in March 2023 that it would close down its German facility in Rheinwerk this year due to high energy prices and market uncertainty. The company had already reduced the plant’s capacity by 50% in September 2022 in response to surging power prices. Speira plans to focus exclusively […]
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The Ukraine-Russia geopolitical crisis has resulted in sanctions imposed by Western countries on Russia and has driven various effects on India’s trade. Both imports and exports from Russia have been negatively impacted. Still, specific sectors have greatly benefited from the situation, specifically raw materials that are crucial for Russian industry but have been sanctioned by […]
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