Level sensor brings uniformity benefits
Aluminium casting using conventional level sensing methods can result in poor uniformity, inadequate slab shape and an overall reduction in surface quality.
Siemens unveils new 6_Hi stand for CR
Siemens VAI Metals Technologies has announced an addition to its cold rolling mill range.
Cost-effective 2D inspection for aerospace subcontractor
One of the few aluminium alloy routing specialists in the UK, Whitwam Precision Components, has installed an optical, non-contact measuring machine that allows inspection of flat components up to 1350mm x 900mm against the original CAD file much more quickly than using a traditional laser system.
J-50 improves efficiency
To satisfy the requirement for increased circulation in today’s large furnaces, Metaullics Systems, a division of Pyrotek, has recently introduced the all-new J-50 circulation pump.
Alcan Specialty Sheet showcases Solar Surface solutions
A leading supplier to the aluminium industry of advanced corrosion-resistant surfaces for solar applications, Alcan Specialty Sheet, part of Alcan Engineered Products (a business of Rio Tinto), showcased its Solar Surface solutions at Intersolar, the solar-technology trade fair, in June in Munich, Germany.
ASP launch state of the art alloys
A new and exciting range of aluminium alloys was launched at the Farnborough International Air Show (14-20 July).

