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RecAL Project Shines at Global Conferences: Bridging Innovation and Industry
The RecAL Project recently showcased its pioneering work in manufacturing optimization and sustainable materials innovation at three major international conferences. From aluminium recycling breakthroughs in London to collaborative industrial tech solutions in Kraków, these engagements underscored RecAL’s role as a leader in bridging academic research with real-world industrial applications.
Aluminium Scrap in the EV Era: RecAL’s Solution for Sustainable Recycling
EVs need aluminum with high conductivity (1xxx), for which there is currently no secondary market. Besides, the biggest shift will be in the aluminum recycling cycle itself. With the combustion-engines ban, the established “sink” for low-quality aluminum scrap based on the A226 alloy will disappear, leaving a large part of this waste stream without a final destination.
Driving Circular Innovation: RecAL Consortium Meets in Thessaloniki
The RecAL Project’s third consortium meeting (CM3) took place in Thessaloniki, Greece, from 26th – 28th March 2025, marking a significant milestone in the collaborative effort to advance circularity in aluminium recycling.
METEF 2025: Embracing the Future of Aluminium with RecAL and Beyond
METEF 2025, the international trade fair for the aluminium supply chain, took place from 5th to 7th March 2025, at BolognaFiere in Bologna, Italy. The event, held concurrently with MECSPE, focused on new solutions for aluminium production, processing, and applications, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation.
Aluminium Tariffs: Implications for European Industry and a Circular Economy
The European aluminium sector faces a new and pressing challenge. With the recent announcement of increased tariffs on aluminium imports by the U.S. administration, global trade dynamics are shifting.
Maximising the Potential of Recycled Aluminium: The RecAL Revolution
Aluminium recycling has long been hailed as a cornerstone of the circular economy. The material’s ability to be reused has positioned it as a vital resource in reducing industrial emissions. However, as with many promising solutions, challenges persist.
Digital Product Passports: Revolutionizing the Aluminium Supply Chain
The creation of a Digital Product Passport (DPP), underpinned by blockchain technology, is one of the most exciting innovations behind the RecAL Hub.
The Aluminum Industry in Europe: Driving Sustainability and Innovation
With approximately 15% of global aluminium demand, Europe is primed to revolutionise material recycling.
Data as the fundament in Europe’s bid for AI leadership
What can the RecAL consortium take from Technology Talks Austria 2024?
Reclaiming Value: The RecAL Project’s Pioneering Approach to Salt Slag Recycling
Innovations in the way we use and process salt slag could lead to a range of efficiency gains and reclaimed material from the aluminum recycling process.