Thursday, 24 February 2022 20:05
Energy efficient bearing design
~ Three bearing design considerations to reduce friction ~ It is estimated that a ten per cent reduction of friction in all large bearings in use would provide an energy saving equal to the output of 18 large power stations.…
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Thursday, 24 February 2022 10:33
Outokumpu receives the highest Platinum level sustainability recognition from EcoVadis
Outokumpu has received the highest Platinum level recognition for the second year in a row from the sustainability rating platform EcoVadis. The Platinum level rating indicates that Outokumpu is among the top 1% of the over 85,000 companies evaluated. “We…
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Tuesday, 22 February 2022 09:53
ANDRITZ to supply new pickling and galvanizing line to Jiuquan Iron and steel (Group) Co., Ltd., China
International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from Jiuquan Iron and Steel (Group) Co., Ltd., China, to supply a new, high-capacity pickling and galvanizing line for hot-rolled carbon steel strip. Start-up of the line is planned for the end…
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Wednesday, 16 February 2022 10:40
New DRI and EAF installations at ArcelorMittal Dofasco in Hamilton, Ontario will reduce carbon emissions by approximately 60%
ArcelorMittal (the ‘Company’) has just confirmed with the Government of Ontario its plan for a c. CAD$1.8 billion investment in decarbonisation technologies at ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s plant in Hamilton. As announced in July, 2021, the investment will reduce annual CO2 emissions…
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Monday, 07 February 2022 10:21
Expanite provides sustainable alternative to Teflon® & Co.
Expanite – The technology of the Danish pioneer for surface hardening of stainless steel and titanium is used more and more frequently when it comes to alternatives to classic fluoroplastic coatings such as Teflon®, Halar® or Xylan®. In addition to…
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Friday, 04 February 2022 10:54
Bearings can help the environment
~ How chrome steel can fight the beast of climate change ~ Reducing your carbon footprint is like a marathon: dedication and discipline will only get you so far. To get first place, you will need to be efficient in…
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Friday, 04 February 2022 10:26
Metso Outotec to start next phase in development of its Metals business
Metso Outotec will take the next structural development steps in its business portfolio, following the completed integration of its Minerals business and the successful turnaround of its Metals business. The company plans to change its business area structure and related…
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Thursday, 03 February 2022 10:55
AFRY main engineering partner for Boliden in zinc production expansion in Norway
Boliden has awarded AFRY engineering and site services assignment for the Odda zinc smelter expansion project. The expansion enables Boliden Odda to almost double zinc production and, at the same time, reduce already world-class low carbon dioxide intensity by 15…
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Thursday, 03 February 2022 10:37
KHK USA Inc. announces Extensive Line of Premium Metric Worm Gears
KHK USA Inc., distributor of the market leading KHK® brand of metric gears, announces its extensive line of metric worm gears, manufactured to the highest quality standards by Kohara Gear Industry Co., of Japan. KHK’s large selection of worm gears are…
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Wednesday, 02 February 2022 10:41
UNISON TO SHOWCASE SIGNIFICANT SPEED ENHANCEMENTS AND NEW ENTRY LEVEL TUBE BENDING MACHINES AT MACH 2022
Unison Ltd, the inventors of ultra-precise, all-electric CNC tube bending machines, will be presenting a number of new technologies at MACH 2022 to help manufacturers and subcontractors accelerate their efficiency and productivity as demand returns to pre-pandemic levels. On show…
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Thursday, 27 January 2022 13:07
CBM issues industry rallying call as Climate Change Agreement Scheme could offset rising energy costs
Manufacturers of sheet metal components, forgings, fasteners and cold rolled sections can get vital support to help them cope with soaring energy costs according to a leading trade body for the sector. The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) has received…
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Thursday, 27 January 2022 11:46
£1M INVESTMENTS, EXPANSIONS & A NEW COMPANY FOR A NEW ERA - INTRODUCING LESJÖFORS HEAVY SPRINGS UK
Lesjöfors AB, the €300m global spring manufacturing powerhouse, with over 50 manufacturing and technical sales sites across the world, is launching a new company, rebranding two of its UK factories to Lesjöfors Heavy Springs UK. The UK factories in Cornwall,…
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Wednesday, 26 January 2022 13:09
ABB launches tundish-focused electromagnetic stirring solution to help steelmakers increase quality, productivity and profitability
Global technology company ABB has today launched its Tundish EMS solution to enable steelmakers to overcome the limited ability of the tundish vessel in controlling the flow of molten metal, and therefore steel quality and temperature. ABB’s new Tundish EMS…
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Monday, 24 January 2022 09:46
BMO Capital Markets was top M&A financial adviser in metals & mining sector for 2021, finds GlobalData
BMO Capital Markets was the top mergers and acquisitions (M&A) financial adviser in the metals & mining sector for 2021, according to GlobalData, which noted BMO Capital Market advised on 19 deals worth a total $20.5 billion. A total of…
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Tuesday, 11 January 2022 11:47
£250,000 ‘Worcester Presses’ investment helps Cotmor move forward with ambitious expansion plans
A £250,000 investment drive with Worcester Presses is helping a leading Black Country metal pressing specialist take advantage of new domestic and reshoring opportunities. Cotmor Tool & Presswork, which employs 16 people at its Brierley Hill factory, has seen sales…
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