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Lynn Brown of the AEC and Shane Tredup of Custom Aluminum discuss decarbonization efforts in the extrusion industry, highlighting the growing demand from customers for information on carbon footprint, scope one, two, and three emissions, and decarbonization plans.
Industry tool for aluminum extruders to track carbon emissions.
ACC aims to create industry tool for extruders to track carbon footprint and reduce it by 20%. Tool to calculate carbon emissions for extruders, covering multiple products and methodologies. Discover the tool's capabilities, including sensitivity analysis and real-time what-if scenarios, to help extruders understand the impact of changes to their business on their carbon intensity.The tool will be useful for extruders to understand their own situation and make improvements and plans to do a separate podcast on the tool's functionality and new guidelines for granularity and reporting.
About The AEC:
Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!
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Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest Rob Nelson Executive Vice President at ALMAG Aluminum.
ALMAG ALUMINUM
ALMAG’s history began in 1953, when Edward Peacock founded ALMAG Aluminum and Magnesium Ltd. manufacturing decorative door grilles. ALMAG’s first aluminum extrusion press started production in 1959.
Mr. Peacock envisioned a prosperous business with an ambition to build good products with good people and repeat business. Today, under the leadership of his son, Bob, our passion for quality and service remains strong.
For more on ALMAG visit - ALMAG Aluminum / Made possible. – Design • Extrude • Fabricate • Finish
About The AEC:
Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!
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Jason Weber visits with Prof. Lorenzo Donati about the upcoming ET'24 In-Conjunction Workshop on Process Analysis & Optimization
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fee: $595
Instructors: Professors from the Manufacturing Technologies Group at the University of Bologna, ItalyLearn how to optimize and analyze the aluminum extrusion process in this one-day intensive course from the experts at the Manufacturing Technologies Group at the University of Bologna in Italy. They have worked extensively with European extruders and die makers to optimize die design, improve welding phenomena in extrusion dies, increase die life, and analyze final microstructure of extruded profiles.
This course covers the following topics:
Introduction to practical and analytical extrusion concepts Material flow and Friction in direct extrusion Die failure modes and die life prediction Seam welds, welding criteria and profile strength Charge welds and process performance Microstructure evolution and Streaks formation mechanisms.About Prof. Lorenzo Donati
Lorenzo Donati is Associate Professor in Manufacturing Technologies in the “Department of Engineering for Industry” in the School of Engineering (Forlì Campus) of Alma Mater Studiorum
-University of Bologna. He received the Ph. D. in the course on “Engineering of manufacturing systems, of metallurgy and applied measurements” of the Polytechnic University of Marche
(Ancona, IT) with a dissertation on “Seam weld formation during aluminum extrusion: FEM simulation and experimental verification of the mechanical and aesthetical proprieties”. The research field concerns the analysis and optimization of forming processes with specific focus on the extrusion of light alloy: seam and charge welds quality, die life estimation, microstructure evolution during extrusion processing are some examples of the most relevant topics. He is organizer and head of ICEB, the "International Conference on Extrusion and Benchmark", which is held in Europe every two years since 2007. He coordinated and participated to several projects in the field of light alloys extrusion funded by
International and National bodies as well as Companies.A full list of publications is available at http://www.unibo.it/docenti/l.donati
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George Oh & Judy Runge join Jason Weber of the AEC to discuss their upcoming Anodizing Essentials Workshop at this years ET'24 event in Orlando. For more details visit: ET In-Conjunction Workshops | Aluminum Extruders Council (aec.org)
AAC Anodizing Essentials Class8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fee: $495 AAC members / $895 nonmembers
Instructors: AAC member anodizing expertsAnodizing Essentials is part of the Aluminum Anodizers Council's (AAC) "School for Anodizers" that teaches more than the fundamentals of anodizing. This one-day class is designed to increase the knowledge and ability of anyone involved in operating an anodizing line. Anodizing Essentials Class details the foundation of quality anodizing, taking the learner through the entire process - beginning with the metallurgical properties of aluminum alloys commonly anodized through to the final rinse and sealing processes.
The program is designed to benefit anodizing production personnel at every level-from the line operator to the production manager, particularly if they are new to the business.
Anodizing Overview and Anodizing Video Metallurgy Basics for Aluminum Surfaces Racking Cleaning & Rinsing Etch, Desmut & Bright Dipping Anodizing Basics for Aluminum Surfaces Power - Rectifiers & Transformers for the Aluminum Surface Treatment Industry Dyeing & Electrolytic Coloring Sealing the Anodic Oxide
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SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 57
Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest ET'24 track chair, Gary Jones.
Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC, and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committees and groups. Also take a peak into which papers and tracks Bill is the most excited about in this years upcoming seminar.
About The AEC:
Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!
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SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 56
Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest ET'24 track chair, Bill Rogers.
Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC, and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committees and groups. Also take a peak into which papers and tracks Bill is the most excited about in this years upcoming seminar.
About The AEC:
Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!
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SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 55
Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest ET'24 chairman, Jerome Fourmann.
Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC, and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committees and groups.
About Jerome:
Jerome Fourmann, Global Technical Director and Casthouse Optimization at Rio Tinto - Aluminum, has been with the group for 15 years. His main duty is to support the company’s core value-added products' technical sales, of which they are the market leader.
Jerome is a passionate leader known for managing technical support activities in alloy selection, productivity enhancement, process improvement, training, troubleshooting, and industry standards development. Jerome drives growth through product development by identifying new market opportunities.
Titles: Technical Marketing | Metals & Minerals | Product Metallurgy & Market Development | Chairman of ET’24 | Accountable for developing value through a deep technical understanding of Metals & Minerals and market applications.
Connect with Jerome on Linkedin: Jerome Fourmann | LinkedIn
About Rio Tinto - Finding Better Ways to Provide the Materials the World Needs: #FindingBetterWays
We're finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Iron ore for steel. Low carbon aluminum for electric cars and smartphones. Copper for wind turbines, electric cars, and the pipes that bring water to our homes. Borates that help crops grow and titanium for paint.
Visit Rio Tinto's Website
About The AEC:
Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!
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SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 54
Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) sits down with our distinguished guest Brook Hamilton – President of Bonnell Aluminum.
Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committee’s and groups.
W. BROOK HAMILTON
PRESIDENT
Prior leadership and industry experience (both within the organization and prior) Brook started in the aluminum extrusion industry in 1983 with Alcan Extrusions in Toronto, Ontario in an inside sales / customer service role. He subsequently held roles in outside sales, production control (scheduling), production, and plant management in different locations across Canada. Later he became the general manager of an independent extruder in southwestern Ontario prior to joining Bonnell Canada in 2005 to run their stand-alone fabrication facility, Apollo. In 2006 he moved to Georgia to become plant manager of the Newnan facility and later became Business Development Manager in the corporate office. In 2013 he became the president of Bonnell Aluminum.
ABOUT BONNELL ALUMINUM
OVER 65 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE BEYOND EXTRUSION
For nearly seven decades, Bonnell Aluminum has pivoted, expanded, and connected our way to becoming an industry-wide innovator. Led by proprietary operations, like our fluid production processes, our tested and perfected procedures unlock the flexibility to meet the custom needs of any customer.
Those same customers have seen our role as extruder expand into that of a partner, deploying tailormade capabilities that can seamlessly move projects all the way from design to assembly to delivery with effortless efficiency. The Bonnell Aluminum of today embodies who we set out to be, while building on what we’ve learned along the way.
There is no shortage of companies offering extruded aluminum. But there’s only one that has proven Excellence Beyond Extrusion––Bonnell Aluminum.
https://bonnellaluminum.com/
About The AEC:
Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!
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Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, we are honored to have Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), as our distinguished guest.
Episode Highlights:
Introduction to Jason Weber: Dive into the professional journey of Jason Weber, unraveling his role as the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council. Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC): Gain insights into the pivotal work undertaken by the AEC, its mission, and the significance of aluminum extrusion in various industries at the upcoming ET’24 seminar. ET'24 Seminar Preview: Jason provides an exclusive sneak peek into the much-anticipated ET'24 Seminar, shedding light on the themes, speakers, and groundbreaking discussions expected at the event. 75th AEC Anniversary Meetings: Celebrate the rich history and accomplishments of the Aluminum Extruders Council as they gear up for their 75th Anniversary Meetings in March. Explore the milestones, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the AEC over the years.Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights.
Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter.Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.
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AEC Extrusion Kits: PSU Capstone Project Teams Interview
In 2023, AEC sponsored three capstone projects with the Pennsylvania State University engineering department. These projects are designed to develop aluminum extrusion kits for use by high school STEAM students, teachers and universities to support education in Science, Technology Engineering, the Arts and Math. Craig Werner, podcast host and AEC Workforce Development and Academic Engagement Team member), worked with Bonnell Aluminum, the supplier of the TSlots® extrusion components for the kits, Metal Exchange Corp./Pennex Aluminum, who hosted students at their Leetonia, Ohio extrusion facility, and Almag Aluminum, which has been part of this long-term development effort since inception.
Two projects were sponsored by AEC for the fall 2023 semester. Learn how well the concept connected with high school and university students and teachers, and how fun it was for all to use aluminum extrusions to support their education in this informative episode for AEC members, high school and university instructors, who may be interested in being a future “test site” for future extrusion kits.
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Aluminum Safety Summit Preview
Nancy Klein, AEC Education Director, talks with Mel Mitchell, AEC Safety Team Leader, about the 2023 Aluminum Safety Summit, scheduled for November 8 & 9 in Rosemont, Illinois. Mel discusses the program highlights and the new program configuration. Learn what topics are on the schedule and who will be sharing their experience and knowledge at the Aluminum Safety Summit this year!
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AEC Management Conference Preview: Heat Stress & Heat Illness with Dr. Thomas Bernard
Meet the Heat Stress and Heat Illness expert, Dr. Tom Bernard, professor at the University of South Florida College of Public Health. Tom will preview his upcoming Safety Spotlight session on “Heat Stress and Heat Illness” in the AEC Management Conference General Session on September 20 in Chicago. He will discuss the causes, research data, prevention and mitigation strategies that will educate extruders and suppliers on ways to keep plant workers cooler and safer. Don’t miss this opportunity to chill with Dr. Tom Bernard in this hot topic episode!
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Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition Winner Drew Klopfenstein
First-place winner in the 2023 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition, Drew Klopfenstein from Purdue University, with AEC members Duncan Crowdis, Alexandria Industries, and Craig Werner, Werner Extrusion Solutions talk about Drew’s award-winning design. Duncan and Craig get into the details about the Design Competition and what the judges are looking for when evaluating the entries. They discuss Drew’s design of a modular aluminum extruded traffic light and his learning curve about the aluminum extrusion design process, his tips to other students on participating in the competition, including getting feedback from fellow design students to help improve the design, and more. For more information and to see Drew’s winning design, visit ETFdesign.org or AEC.org/DesignCompetition
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How One Automotive Engineer Discovered the Value of ET
The ET Seminar is a technical conference that focuses entirely on the aluminum extrusion industry – from alloy development and process improvement to design and applications, and everything in between. Andrew Halonen, principal and engineer at Mayflower Consulting, had heard about ET for years but never thought it was an event meant for him–a design engineer who focuses on transportation lightweighting materials applications and integration, market research, technical business development and support. Hear about Andrew’s experience at ET in 2022 and decide for yourself if ET ’24, scheduled for April 30 – May 2, 2024 in Orlando, FL, is for you. Visit ET24.us for program and registration details.
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Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition Winner Brady Hawks
Brady Hawks, Second Place winner of the 2023 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition and Industrial Design student at Purdue University in Indiana, talks with competition judge Craig Werner about his winning design. Brady discusses his electric motorcycle design, the inspiration for the design and how his background in the bicycle industry informed the design process, digging deep into research on the manufacturing process, alloys, design versatility and functionality that can be built in with extrusions, what he learned from participating in the competition, and more. Visit ETFdesign.org or AEC.org/DesignCompetition to see Brady’s award-winning design and learn how you can enter the competition for 2024!
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Challenges to Aluminum Extrusion for BEV Growth
Abey Abraham, principal of Ducker Carlisle and Mark Butterfield, president of manufacturing for Metal Exchange Corporation, the parent company of Pennex Aluminum, discuss the recent Ducker Research study that examines the use of aluminum extrusion in battery electric vehicles through the end of this decade. Challenges that need to be addressed, according to OEMs and Tier suppliers, to make the expected substantial BEV growth a potential reality – and the important role that extrusions may play are explored. Extrusion industry capacity, multi-material solutions, joining, sustainability and other issues are addressed in this noteworthy episode.
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The past decade has seen doubling in per-vehicle aluminum extrusion use in North American passenger vehicles. More recently, significant additional growth has emerged from aluminum extrusion’s role in battery electric vehicles (BEV) applications. To better understand the likely future, AEC asked Ducker Research to examine the implications of the BEV market on extrusion use through the end of the decade. Abey Abraham, Principal at Ducker Carlisle, and Lynn Brown, Marketing Strategy Consultant for AEC, talk about the BEV market and aluminum extrusions. They explore some key drivers, enablers and constraints for BEV demand as well as potential disruptors. In addition to discussing the future volume and market share of BEVs and hybrid electric vehicles, they explore the role of extrusions specific to BEVs, including battery boxes and battery protection/rockers.
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Actions Designers and Specifiers Can Take to Reduce the Embodied Carbon in Aluminum Extrusion
Bonnell Aluminum’s Division Marketing Director, Guy Charpentier, and AEC’s Marketing Consultant, Lynn Brown, dig deeper into the 2022 update of AEC’s Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). They revisit the major conclusions from a deeper analysis of the AEC EPDs and explore a subsequent sensitivity analysis that demonstrates the impact on embodied carbon that purchaser decisions can have. By adjusting certain “levers” in the sourcing of the raw material, specifiers, designers and architects can reduce the embodied carbon of their products by simply working with their aluminum extruder to meet their environmental impact goals. Learn how in this informative episode
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Actions Designers and Specifiers Can Take to Reduce the Embodied Carbon in Aluminum Extrusion
Bonnell Aluminum’s Division Marketing Director, Guy Charpentier, and AEC’s Marketing Consultant, Lynn Brown, dig deeper into the 2022 update of AEC’s Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). They revisit the major conclusions from a deeper analysis of the AEC EPDs and explore a subsequent sensitivity analysis that demonstrates the impact on embodied carbon that purchaser decisions can have. By adjusting certain “levers” in the sourcing of the raw material, specifiers, designers and architects can reduce the embodied carbon of their products by simply working with their aluminum extruder to meet their environmental impact goals. Learn how in this informative episode.
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What are EPDs and What Do the Newly Released AEC EPDs Tell us?
Guy Charpentier, Chairman of the AEC Industry Promotion Steering Committee and Division Marketing Director for Bonnell Aluminum, talks with Lynn Brown, AEC’s Industry Promotion & Marketing Consultant, about Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). They discuss what EPDs are, how they are developed and how they are used. They also review, in depth, the newly released aluminum extrusion industry average EPDs – one for mill finish, painted, or anodized aluminum extrusions and one for thermally improved anodized and painted aluminum extrusions. Listeners will get overview of the 2022 AEC EPDs, including four big takeaways that designers and specifiers should be aware of as they utilize aluminum extrusions..
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