Distribution
March 30, 2025
Written by Gabriella Vagnini
Tariffs, smelters, and reshoring plans are shifting the ground under U.S. aluminum. Here’s what you missed, and what could be coming fast.
Can Art Aluminum Extrusion has purchased BRT Extrusions in Niles, adding five extrusion presses and finishing operations.
Kloeckner says aluminum service centers are taking on more processing, finished inventory and production line work as OEMs shift capital-intensive steps upstream.
Hydro increased North American extrusion sales and recycled aluminum production during the second quarter as downstream demand partially recovered and recycling activity remained strong.
Matalco recorded its highest quarterly recycled aluminum production since the Canton closure began, while Rio Tinto's primary output held nearly steady and US shipments decreased.
Nexans plans to acquire Republic Wire to expand its US low-voltage wire and cable business.
