Unlock the potential of aluminium: sustainable solutions and innovative partnerships
Aluminium is crucial for a sustainable and competitive future due to its lightweight properties, strength, and recyclability. However, challenges remain, such as energy-intensive production with significant carbon emissions and complex recycling processes that may negatively impact material quality. At RISE, we offer expert support to tackle these challenges, streamline processes, and unlock the sustainable potential of aluminium.
The role of aluminium in sustainability
Aluminium is an indispensable material, valued for its lightweight nature, strength, corrosion resistance, and recyclability. It plays a vital role in the transition to net zero, supporting sustainable solutions across various industries, including energy-efficient transportation and durable, lightweight construction materials.
The challenges in aluminium production and usage
Despite its advantages, significant challenges exist in the production and use of aluminium. Production is energy-intensive, with high carbon emissions and environmental impacts from bauxite mining. Although highly recyclable, effective recycling and scrap management pose challenges due to potential impurities and variations that can affect product quality. Additionally, by-products from the manufacturing process can be difficult to manage in an environmentally friendly and cost-effective way, potentially impacting profitability and competitiveness.
How RISE can support you
RISE is here to help minimise these challenges and promote the sustainable use of aluminium through a combination of services and expertise in research, development, and innovation.
What we can help you with
At RISE, we offer scientifically grounded development support when you need it.
By partnering with us, you gain access to cross-industry and interdisciplinary expertise in sustainable aluminium production. You can also take advantage of our unique test and demo facilities, where you can evaluate ideas, develop prototypes, ensure product quality, and understand the total environmental impact.
We support you throughout the entire development process, from concept to practical implementation in production.
You can rely on us for:
- Increasing the use of by-products in production
- Developing and testing prototypes through extrusion or casting
- Developing simulation models
- Developing and testing alloys for secondary-based products
- Analysing component properties
- Evaluating lubricants and tools for sheet metal pressing
- Conducting material characterisation (e.g., FLC, tensile testing, formability limits)
- Creating circular business models and designing for circularity
Why choose RISE for your development project?
RISE offers a comprehensive range of services and expertise to help you achieve your goals in sustainable aluminium development. Our services are designed to meet your specific needs and drive progress in several key areas:
1. Accelerate development
- Access advanced resources and expertise: We help you quickly and efficiently develop new materials and optimise design and manufacturing methods.
2. Minimise environmental impact
- Meet sustainability requirements: We can analyse and report total environmental impact through lifecycle assessments (LCA). We help you integrate circular principles early in the process to ensure sustainable production.
- Create sustainable solutions: By developing and testing new materials and technologies, you can minimise your product’s environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future.
3. Streamline production
- Test and validate your ideas: Our unique test and demo facilities allow you to evaluate product properties, ensure quality, and understand the total environmental impact.
- Optimise production processes: We help you streamline production through digitalisation and the implementation of automated solutions, leading to improved efficiency and lower costs.
4. Strengthen competitiveness
- Participate in research projects: Collaboration in research projects enables you to drive innovation and develop sustainable solutions that give you a competitive edge in the market.
- Develop skills and knowledge: Our customised training programmes and workshops help you build the expertise needed to strengthen your position in the industry.
5. Collaborate across the value chain
- Neutral and scientific environment for collaboration: We offer a platform for collaboration across industry and value chain boundaries, allowing you to work with other stakeholders and optimise your operations. Whether you are an end manufacturer, component producer, equipment supplier, raw material provider, toolmaker, or foundry, we are here to support you.
- Access a strong network: Through our extensive network within the industry, public sector, and other research and educational institutions, you gain access to the expertise and resources needed for success.
How to become a RISE customer
Becoming a RISE customer is straightforward and offers numerous opportunities to advance sustainable aluminium development. Whether you need help with specific challenges or require comprehensive support throughout the development chain, we are here to help you reach your goals.
You can choose to partner with us by:
- Participating as a project partner in one of our research and innovation projects
- Receiving direct support with targeted solutions tailored to your specific needs
We'd like to hear from you
Contact me to drive progress and innovation in sustainable aluminium development. We are here to support you throughout the entire process, from concept development to the final product!