Summary: Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have introduced RidgeAlloy, a new material design that allows contaminated end-of-life vehicle scrap to be recycled into high-performance structural components. This technology overcomes previous impurity hurdles (iron and silicon buildup), potentially providing aluminum extruders with a high-quality, lower-cost domestic scrap source that bypasses the energy-intensive primary smelting process. […]

Summary: In 2026, the industry has transitioned from post-production quality checks to real-time AI monitoring. Systems like Promex CYRUS now use computer vision and edge AI to detect microscopic surface imperfections, slivers, or heat cracks at high speeds. This allows for immediate adjustment of press parameters (like tension and lubrication), significantly reducing scrap rates and […]

Summary: Aluminum prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) have climbed above $3,500 per tonne, the highest level in nearly four years. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has effectively halted shipments from the Persian Gulf, a region responsible for approximately 9% of global output. Major producers like Qatar’s Qatalum and Bahrain’s Alba have […]

Summary: As the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) enters a critical financial phase this month, the “green premium” for low-carbon aluminum is becoming more competitive. China is also aggressively shifting its smelting capacity toward renewable energy, with a new mandate requiring 70% green electricity for smelters. For your manufacturing operations, this highlights a growing […]

Summary: New market data for 2026 confirms the automotive extrusion sector has reached a valuation of $91.9 billion. The shift toward modular Electric Vehicle (EV) platforms and the requirement for high-precision battery trays are the primary drivers. Manufacturers are increasingly moving toward “multi-hollow” profiles and high-strength 6000 and 7000 series alloys to improve vehicle range […]

Summary: Primary aluminum prices have surged significantly, with the London Metal Exchange (LME) cash settlement reaching approximately $3,402.50 per tonne as of late March 10/11. This rally is driven by heightened geopolitical risks in the Middle East and logistical bottlenecks in the Strait of Hormuz, which threaten roughly 9% of the global primary supply. For […]

Summary: As of March 2026, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is entering a strict reporting and financial phase. Indian and global aluminium exporters must now report installation-level emissions. Carbon-intensive imports into the EU may soon face taxes between 20% and 35%, making “Green Aluminium” and low-carbon extrusion processes a competitive necessity rather than an […]

Summary: New data confirms the automotive aluminium extrusion sector has entered a high-growth phase. The shift toward modular EV platforms and the need for high-precision battery trays are creating high-margin opportunities for manufacturers capable of producing complex, multi-hollow profiles. Asia-Pacific remains the dominant manufacturing hub for these specialized components. Article Link : https://www.researchnester.com

Summary: Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) surged by over 2.6% today, fueled by escalating tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. With the region accounting for 8% of global primary output, the market is bracing for a supply squeeze. For extruders, this translates to immediate upward pressure […]

Summary: Post-holiday data shows Chinese extrusion plants have rebounded to a 44.5% operating rate. However, there is a distinct “tug-of-war” in the industry: while industrial extrusions for solar PV and automotive sectors are booming, construction-related extrusion remains sluggish. This is largely due to the high cost of primary metal making building projects less financially viable […]