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17.09.2026

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,

Bigger profiles and integrated production: this is the goal of Asaş Alüminyum´s new extrusion line, which is set to break records. To date, it contains the highest-capacity extrusion press in Europe.

The Fraunhofer IWU has investigated if recycled aluminium chips can be used in the powder-metallurgical production of foam. The result was positive, with further research planned.

Investments and research like these are for sure an indicator for the industry’s state, yet a deeper look at the market reality is still needed. Analysts at the IKB give expert insights into industrial demands.

Best regards

Harald Klieber
Editor-in-Chief of International Aluminium Journal

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