Aluminum extrusion is at the core of several furniture designs — including lamps, vases, chairs, coat stands, shelving systems, and room partitions — presented at Milan Design Week, going on this week (April 16–21) in Italy. These beautiful, anodized designs were part of a challenge that Hydro presented to seven world renowned designers. Each of […]
Bonfiglioli completed the construction of its new headquarters in Calderara di Reno, Bologna, Italy. Utilizing sustainable design concepts developed by Peter Pichler Architecture — including an aluminum mesh facade — the 6,200 sq m (20,341 sq ft) headquarters aims to be more than just a place of work. In addition to providing a comfortable, efficient, and functional […]
By Kevin Widlic, Contributing Editor. Aluminum has been used in various sectors for years, and most in the industry are accustomed to seeing aluminum in assorted everyday products. But what many may not be aware of is that aluminum can advantageously replace other materials in bridge constructions with regard to ease of construction and cost […]
Shanghai Book City, a seven-story bookstore in China, has recently undergone a major renovation that transformed it from a traditional bookstore into a show-stopping landmark. Local architecture firm, Wutopia Lab completed the overhaul, which was meant to encourage visitors to spend more time reading and less time on electronic devices. Perforated aluminum panels positioned in […]
Sculpture by the Sea recently concluded its Bondi to Tamarama Beach coastal walk, which was held from October 20 to November 6 in Sydney, Australia. The internationally acclaimed event transforms the coastal walk into the world’s largest free public sculpture exhibition — featuring more than 100 sculptures by artists from Australia and across the world. […]
By Jackie Walsh, Freelance Writer. Global demand for aluminium is projected to increase by nearly 40% by 2030 according to a recent report by the International Aluminium Institute. The surge in demand is fueled by increased consumer focus on sustainability propelling transport, construction, electricity, and packaging sectors to use the metal in manufacturing products that […]
The team of developers at software pioneer CoreTechnologie have developed an inexpensive and super-light bicycle made from 3D-printed aluminum components and standard carbon tubes. The development demonstrates how complex everyday objects can be produced quickly, easily, and cost-effectively using 3D printing technologies. The fully functional singlespeed version of the bike weighs just 7.1 kg ready […]
Hindalco Industries Limited, in Mumbai, India, the world’s largest aluminum rolling and recycling company, signed a technology partnership with Italy-based Metra SpA, a producer of structured and value-added aluminum extrusions. The partnership aims to enable the production of large-size aluminum extrusion and fabrication technology for building high-speed aluminum rail coaches in India. This collaboration seeks […]
