Consumer Durables
March 25, 2026
Written by Nicholas Bell
Form Technologies’ Dynacast has acquired Mexico-based Platinadora Baja, adding aluminum die casting capacity and expanding its presence in downstream manufacturing processes. The transaction extends Dynacast’s North American footprint while increasing its ability to process components beyond casting.
Can Art Aluminum Extrusion has purchased BRT Extrusions in Niles, adding five extrusion presses and finishing operations.
Construction spending indicators show softer architecture billings and private construction spending despite strength in several large project categories.
US construction indicators show large projects supporting planning and starts even as contractor backlog and broader commercial activity lose momentum.
A new US aluminum trade group is seeking lower costs on primary metal while backing duties on competing finished imports.
We had another choppy week in the various markets leading to the Labor Day holidays.