Directory of Aluminium Federation Members by Aluminium Federation

Helping everyone involved in UK aluminium make connections

Introduction As I browse through this directory of Aluminium Federation members, I’m struck by the sheer range of businesses processing, trading and working with aluminium. And this is testament to our industry’s strength, from the regional players to the major multinationals.

commented: “The events are great because I talk to people that aren’t just in extrusion like us. It’s good to go along, have a chat and see how the market is progressing for everyone else.”

The Aluminium Federation is the voice of the UK industry, and our mission is to continue strengthening the market for aluminium products. Whether it’s in our regular conversations with ministers, through the market insight we deliver or the training and technical support we provide – every company in this directory is reaping the benefits of membership.

As CEO of ALFED, my job is to help you capitalise on opportunities – by fostering a community that champions your interests, fosters innovation and promotes best practice. Every business in this directory is helping develop aluminium and related supply chains, and ALFED’s rapid growth in membership and influence reflects this combined commitment. I look forward to working with you on behalf of your company and the industry.

One director put it very well: “As an ALFED member, you get your voice heard. We’re a small metal finishing company, but I get my voice heard very loudly.” Another

Tom Jones CEO Aluminium Federation

Why Join the Aluminium Federation? Whatever your company size or speciality within the industry, we help you access the technical expertise, market insight, business support and government influence you need to boost your competitiveness. We offer different levels of membership based on your business size – so it’s both affordable and valuable. “As an ALFED member, you get your voice heard. We’re a small metal finishing company, but I get my voice heard very loudly. I’m currently the ALFED president, and this gives me influence at a high level within government – I’m routinely on calls with ministers and civil servants. And I had my voice heard even before I was president. In 2004, the British standard changed to an EU-wide one that was much weaker. I campaigned to change it, and as an ALFED member, I had a say via the Finishing Group. I got my opinions over, and the standard is now changing. It was a real success for our business.”

CONTENTS Introduction

Why Join the Aluminium Federation?

Networking

Training

Our Training Programmes

Leadership & People Development

Management & Leadership Programme

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“There are lots of great opportunities as an ALFED member. I read all the market reports as they come in and use the stats in my management reports – the directors find them very useful. The events are great because I talk to people that aren’t just in extrusion like us. It’s good to go along, have a chat and see how the market is progressing for everyone else. I go to the Extrusion Group meetings, and my colleagues go to others like Automotive and Innovation. That way the whole business benefits.”

ALFED Education Programme

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House of Lords Lunch

Become an ALFED Board Member

Member Benefits

Directory of Members

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Members of the Aluminium Federation are from a diverse range of industry sectors, covering large scale aluminium production through to precision engineering. So, whether your business is melting, rolling, pressing or machining, it is likely that considerable energy will be consumed to achieve the end results. For high energy-using businesses looking to keep a check on their power costs, there appears to be no hiding place at present or for the foreseeable future. A bullish energy price market combined with ever-increasing ‘non-energy costs’, brought about by green levies, government social policy and ‘use of system’ charges, means businesses are being hit from all sides. As non-energy costs continue to increase to well over 50% of your electricity bill, with forecasts suggesting this share will rise to as much as 67% by 2023, greater emphasis is being placed on becoming more energy efficient. Simply put, unless you become more energy efficient your energy spend will increase year-on-year even if your consumption remains the same. As any self-respecting energy management consultant will tell you, ‘the cheapest unit of energy is the one you never use’. Mitigating against these huge energy costs and navigating a way through the various compensation schemes – designed to encourage companies to help government meet Climate Change Agreement targets – can be

extremely challenging, especially for organisations without the time or necessary in-house expertise. For many years energy intensive businesses relied on buying their energy at the right time, with the right supplier, to control their energy costs. With no real incentive to understand which of their processes was consuming their energy, when it was being used during the day or, more importantly, what could be done to be more energy efficient, it was the shrewd businesses that invested in energy management. Reducing energy consumption does not always have to be about expensive capital expenditure, as results from phase 1 of the Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) identified that changing behaviour often produces the quickest and most cost-effective return on investment. A fully qualified energy surveyor can work with you to evaluate your energy demand profile, identify opportunities to reduce consumption and project manage them, meaning your business can focus on what it does best and stay compliant with government legislation. ALFED members should demand independent, unbiased expert advice, pro-active energy procurement, backed up with invoice validation and cloud-based energy data management, to help take control of your energy costs and become more energy efficient.

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Networking Influence & Policymaking When you’re a member of the Aluminium Federation, you have a unique opportunity to influence government policy on issues relevant to your business. Whatever your company size or speciality within the industry, we help you take your views to the right people. Whether it’s feeding into our regular calls with the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS), speaking with parliamentarians at our House of Lords lunch or working with the Aluminium Industry All- Party Parliamentary Group, you have access to many platforms for championing your business’ interests.

Shared Learnings & Networking Our sector sub-groups give you opportunities to network and shape ALFED’s position in areas relevant to you – choose from Finishing, Recycling, Extrusion and Automotive & innovation. Meetings bring together members from across the supply chain, fostering customer and supplier relationships while helping you learn from your peers. Each meets regularly for networking and to discuss issues ranging from trade and standards to supply

and HSE. In addition, the insight you get from ALFED’s in depth reports would cost thousands of pounds if purchased from a research firm or consultancy. Use them to identify opportunities for your business to grow in the UK and globally.

Savings & Partnerships Streamline processes and save money through our partnerships with key suppliers across energy management, component sales, marketing, legal support and more. As an ALFED member, you benefit from special offers and preferential rates that make it easier to manage your business. You also get access to technical expertise to solve problems, explore opportunities and capitalise on innovation. We represent your interests through partnerships with other trade bodies and internationally. We’re a founder member of the UK Metals Council, are active members of several organisations and collaborate on R&D with Catapult centres and universities. “The more involved you get with ALFED, the more you get out of it. You get reduced prices from various suppliers, can be involved in informative sector groups and, most importantly, get your voice heard.”

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Training Your partner for aluminium industry education and professional development It’s an exciting time to be in the aluminium industry, with market developments and innovations putting us at the cutting edge of British manufacturing. Our collective success is underpinned by an industry-wide commitment to training and skills development. The Aluminium Federation manages high-quality training for both technical and non-technical staff. As you’ll see in this prospectus, our programmes help everyone from apprentices and admin staff to experienced engineers. And thanks to our partnerships with Catapult centres, universities, other trade bodies and member businesses, you get vital support with upskilling your workforce and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The Voice of the UK Aluminium Industry Representing businesses who process, trade and work with aluminium, the Aluminium Federation fosters

innovation, promotes best practice, develops skills and champions member interests. From training and networking to research, advocacy and outreach, we help our members solve problems, capitalise on opportunities and boost their competitiveness.

Why Aluminium Federation Training?

• Practical, engaging programmes for all levels and roles • Cost-effective, so you maximise use of your training budget • Proven and popular courses, including basic introductions, technical skills and HSE • In-house tailored training specific to your needs, delivered at your site

Our Training Programmes The World of Aluminium This one-day workshop gives an introductory and practical understanding of aluminium production, processing, application and markets. Who it’s for: People involved in the manufacture, fabrication, selling and end use of aluminium products, and who have no prior knowledge. This course is commonly part of company induction processes for new starters.

Aluminium for Engineers This intensive, 2-day technical workshop focuses on developing a practical understanding of aluminium production, processing and engineering applications. The syllabus covers metallurgy, specification, heat treatment, wrought processing, joining, testing, corrosion, coating and more. All participants get a complimentary copy of the Aluminium Federation’s book The Properties of Aluminium and its Alloys. Who it’s for: Engineers with a reasonable level of technical, engineering or metallurgy understanding but not necessarily experienced in working with aluminium. It’s therefore suitable for both new and more experienced employees depending on their background, qualifications and experience.

Aluminium Light (half day) This is an interactive engaging workshop will highlight where aluminium comes from, the processes used in industry & the surprising properties and applications of this amazing material that has shaped our world. Who it’s for: This course is designed for non-technical and back office staff who need some basic knowledge.

Health & Safety Best Practice At the Aluminium Federation we understand that you have a business to run and wish to support you in being compliant with HSE Legislation with the minimum disruption to your business. We have put together a package of resources and training to help you fulfil your legal requirements, keep your team safe and resources to help you manage Health and Safety in your work place with assurance and confidence. Whether you are new to it and need full support from our experienced team or just need assurance that you have everything in place, we have the ‘one stop’ solution for you and your business.

Site Safety Audit. One of our team will come to you for the day to give you a health and safety assessment of your business followed by a report with recommendations.

Management of Health and Safety in the Work Place A practical half day workshop for managers to highlight your requirements. Showcase the templates, check lists and training available & how this works to support your business

Health & Safety Coordinators Training A half day training session to support those who have practical Health & Safety responsibilities on the shop floor. Giving them the ‘tools’ and confidence to ensure your workplace complies with HSE legislation For further information on any of our courses please contact our training team 0121 601 6363 www.alfed.org.uk/training

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Leadership & People Development Your partner for professional development

Why Train With Us? Our Leadership and People Management covers 4 areas: • Practical, engaging programmes for all levels • Proven and popular programmes focused on learning that can be immediately applied in the workplace • Cost-effective, so you maximise use of your training budget • In-house tailored training specific to your needs, delivered at your site • Accredited by the CPD Certification Service, the UK independent continuing professional development scheme • Delegates can work towards a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma depending on their level • Access to a closed LinkedIn group for extra support

Our Training Programmes Our leadership and development offering covers 4 areas: • • • •

Management and leadership Business issue workshops Graduates In-house tailored training

Within each, we offer training aimed at different levels, so you can effectively nurture staff while achieving your longterm organisational goals. “Most students of management agree that the transition from employee to manager is one of the most challenging in business. It brings new roles and responsibilities, new ways of looking at organisations, and new ways of relating to peers and multiple constituencies.” Victor Lipman, Harvard Business Review

Management & Leadership Programme These 2-day programmes are specifically for different management levels within all industries. Modules can be taken as stand-alone courses or as part of an integrated development pathway. All our management courses are CPD certified.

Frontline Level Certificate

The frontline certificate starts by looking at the dynamics of the business and commercial worlds. It moves on to help delegates build self-awareness, recognise strengths and weaknesses, and manage performance. It finishes with a focus on leadership skills, attitudes and behaviours, along with time management, delegation and prioritisation. By the end, delegates gain focus in managing themselves and others to maximise overall team performance. Who it’s for: Those who’ve only been managing for a short time, are very new to management or who may be taking on a management position in future. It’s also ideal for managers who want a broader perspective on identifying and overcoming business challenges.

Middle Level Middle level programme is designed to give experienced managers the opportunity to explore, explain and execute aspects of their day-to-day role while building their future leadership influence. Module content respects prior management and leadership experience while helping enhance effectiveness and overall results delivery.

The programme starts by looking at organisational and team dynamics and discussing management and leadership approaches. It continues with a deep-dive into driving value, looking holistically at marketing, finance, employee engagement and customer experience. The final module introduces principles of strategy formulation and implementation, including innovation and new product development. Who it’s for: Those managing a department, function or team who take responsibility for delivering business objectives through other people. It’s also useful for managers who want to learn more about leading and managing to get the best from their people.

Senior Level This advanced diploma helps senior leaders grapple with today’s fast-paced market, giving them tools to boost the business’ competitiveness. It starts with a review of leadership best practice, examining governance, compliance, performance and value creation. It continues with a focus on analysing corporate culture, business planning and operational performance with the aim of developing effective key performance indicators. In the final module, delegates develop a scorecard for business health and performance, giving clear steps for improving everything from customer experience to employee engagement. Who it’s for: Senior managers and strategic decisionmakers looking to refresh their knowledge of core business and management principles and leverage the latest thinking to gain an extra edge.

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Airproducts Akzo Nobel Powder Coatings

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Alimex Precision

Alloy Heat Treatment

Almetron Limited

Manufacture magnetic stirrers, dross presses & alusalt recovery

ALTEK Europe

Aluminium Shapes

Aluminium packaging recyling trade body

Alupro

Amari Aerospace Limited

X Manufacture aluminium powder Powder coaters

AMG Alpoco UK Limited

Architectural Powder Coating

Arconic Manufacturing

Aerospace plate manufacturer & machinist Publications

Argus Media Ltd

Arlington Automotive NE Ltd

Aspect Powder Coating

Produce master alloys

Avon Metals Axalta Powder Coating Systems

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Barley Chalu Ltd

BCAST

Recover salts & aluminium from recycling debris

Befesa Salt Slags Limited

Blackburns Metals Limited

BMAX BOAL UK Limited

BOC UK Ltd

Bridgnorth Aluminium

Brock Metal Company Limited Capital Aluminium Extrusions

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Captial Refractories CastAlum

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Chemetall Ltd CMK (Treatments)

Coat N Connect Ltd

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Coleshill Aluminium Constellium UK

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CRU International

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Elumatec UK Energy Management LLP Epwin Group

Euromax Coated Products

Exlabesa Extrusions

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Fronius UK Ltd

Gestamp Chassis UK GSM Aluminium Ltd

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G-Tex Stainless

H3P Technologies Ltd

Heat Treatment 2000 Ltd Hoganas Ltd

Hulamin Operations

Flux manufaturers - salts you add to purify aluminium

Huttenes-Albertus UK

Hydro Aluminium Hydro Components

Hydro Extrusion

X Develop & license hot form quench - technology Research & development consultant Laser manufacturer

Impression Technologies Innoval Technology Ltd IPG Photonics UK

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Manufacture cutting tips for aluminium

Kyocera SGS Precision Tools

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Liberty British Aluminium

Car manufacturer

London Metal Exchange

Magnesium alloy manufacturers Powder aluminium component manufacturers Furnis manufacturers

Magnesium Elektron UK Materion AMC Mechantherm International

Furnis manufacturers

Melting Solutions

Aluminium market analysis specialists

MEPS International Ltd Metallic Protectives

Metalysis

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Micas Simulations

Milver Metals Co Ltd

Car manufacturer

Morgan Motor Company Norton Aluminium

Novelis UK

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Peel Ports Group Ltd Phoenix Materials Testing

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Aluminium technology consultants Building manufacturer

K Home International Limited

Powdertech

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JLR

Kingspan

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Extrusion Stockholder

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Primetals Technologies Real Alloy

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Salop Design & Engineering

Forger - forge metal components

SDF Automotive

Senior Architectural Systems Sigma ASL Silberline Ltd Simmal Limited

Smiths Advanced Metals

Smiths Advanced Metals Centre

Smiths Profiles

Snelsons Ltd

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Spartal Ltd Stokes Forgings

Superform Aluminium

Superior Paint & Powder Coatings

Tandom Metallurgical Group

Aerospace & medical forgers

Tecomet

The Metal Centre

Titanium manufacturers Welding consultants

TIMET UK The Welding Institute (TWI) Tomburn

United Anodisers Ltd

Valspar Powder Coatings Ltd Vertik-Al Ltd

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Westmoreland Mech Testing William King Ltd

ALFED Education Programme The BLOODHOUND Project’s mission is to share our 1,000mph Engineering Adventure and inspire children and young people by bringing science, technology, engineering and mathematics to life in the most exciting way possible.

The Aluminium Desert Wheels Challenge gives young people the chance to take on the role of engineers by designing their own wheels. It’s for Years 3 to 6 and covers wide area of the Design & Technology National Curriculum.

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What the Aluminium Desert Wheels Challenge Involves A major element in designing the jet car relates to the wheels. In this challenge, pupils get a taste of what BLOODHOUND engineers are grappling with by designing their own wheels using recycled aluminium.

The Aluminium Federation is partnering with Bloodhound Education to help get primary school pupils engaged in a world land speed record attempt. BLOODHOUND is a collaboration between world-leading engineering companies, universities and the military to build a jet car that reaches 1,000mph.

ALFED are sponsoring a number of STEM challenges school children age 7 – 18. Please visit our education pages on our website for further details. If you are interested in being one of our sponsors contact our team.

Lunch & Learn: Exploring the Art of Aluminium Machining

How do you get more than 30 of the UK’s top aluminium manufacturing people to take time out from their business? Spending several hours away from the office is a big deal. But that didn’t deter the attendees of a Lunch & Learn event which took place at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in November.

With presentations on topics like virtual machining and advances in aluminium aerostructure parts machining, as well as an impressive live cutting tool demonstration in the AMRC’s Factory of the Future, there was plenty to talk about. For Richard Foster, Machining Specialist at RollsRoyce, the day was a reminder about the value of exploring new ways of working: “These events are really helpful in enabling us all to see the capabilities of new and emerging technology. It’s been an education on the art of the possible.” With the chatting continuing long after the last presentation ended, it was clear from the energy in the room that those hours away from the business had proved to be more than worthwhile. Because, with the right event, taking time out of the office to network and gain new industry insights isn’t a luxury. It’s essential.

With industry drivers forcing manufacturing processes to be more efficient, innovative and cost-effective, Lunch & Learn events are key events to attend for the influencers among us. So, why risk having time out to attend an event themed around Taking airframe machining to a whole new level? With more than 60 years in the industry, Ian Walsh, Senior Sales Executive of A&G Precision, certainly saw the value of doing so: “Business is a journey in which you never arrive. The moment that you arrive or think that you have, it’s too late. These events are really worthwhile because they help to spread the word as to where the industry is going next.”

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The Event of the Yearâ&#x20AC;Ś We begin with lunch and then spend the afternoon listening to fellow members presenting and discussing various issues that affect our industry. We then retire to the bar for a drink before getting ready for our hugely popular black-tie dinner. Many members bring along staff or customers and it is the one annual event they all look forward to. This year Alistair Campbell, journalist, author and former communications Director for Tony Blair will be entertaining us. For further information and tickets please visit our website www.alfed.org/events for further information. For our 2020 Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Briefing and Black-Tie Dinner dates please visit our website www.alfed.org.uk

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HOUSE OF LORDS LUNCH Always held in the summer our annual House of Lords Lunch is hosted by Lord Paul of Marylebone who is a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the UK Aluminium Industry. Drinks are in the Cholmondeley Room before moving to the Terrace for a sit-down lunch.

Throughout the Cholmondeley Room you can see royal coats of arms from William the Conqueror to Queen Victoria.

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Become an ALFED Board Member ALFED board members have a unique opportunity to shape the industry agenda and relevant policy at the highest levels. Contact Tom Jones, CEO, at t_jones@alfed.org.uk to learn more about serving on our board. “I found the meeting informative and interesting. I spoke to people from businesses I would not normally encounter in my day-to-day duties. It is good to get views from people outside your normal circle and also find if there are areas of common interest where we can work together.”

“Richard Harrington MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has found ALFED’s engagement with him very helpful. It is always a pleasure to see you all and learn more about the industry. We are always here if you have any questions, concerns or opportunities where Government can help.”

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Member Benefits As the voice of the UK aluminium industry, our mission is to expand the market for aluminium products by helping companies solve problems, lobby government and boost their competitiveness. Whether it’s providing technical support, delivering market insight, informing trade policy or offering networking opportunities – everything we do focuses on helping UK aluminium businesses capitalise on opportunities. As a member, you become part of an influential community, getting your voice heard within the industry and at the highest levels of government. Working together, we’re actively driving UK aluminium forward – and we look forward to working with you in this endeavour.

Collaboration We bring together recycling and secondary producers, extruders, finishers and stockholders – helping everyone involved in UK aluminium make connections for mutually beneficial business and supply development.

Innovation

You benefit from a range of services that help you stay at the cutting edge. From research and development through to industry benchmarking and technical support, you get insight that assists you to develop your business.

Opportunity We give you a unique opportunity to get your voice heard – within the industry and in government. Whether you’re a global company or an SME, you can advocate and influence to improve market conditions for your products and services.

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We work closely with government and are involved in key discussions on issues ranging from trade and standards to skills development and SMEs. We also administer the UK Aluminium Industry All-Party Parliamentary Group and engage regularly with the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy, giving us a broad platform to promote your interests.

Our training courses have become integral parts of membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; new staff inductions and ongoing skills development â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for engineers and business leaders. By managing high quality programmes and promoting apprenticeships, we help you future-proof your workforce and offer professional development that positions you as an employer of choice.

Market Insight

Technical Support

We make it easy to identify opportunities based on industry developments. With our in-depth market reports, guidance on legislation and compliance, and frameworks for best practice, you can plan for the future and foster continuous improvement. Reports are included in your membership â&#x20AC;&#x201C; great value compared with a research firm or consultancy.

Consultancy

Our telephone and on-site technical support covers the complete aluminium production process, including heat treatments advice, mechanical and chemical structure analysis, manufacturing problem troubleshooting, and machining of product and material specifications.

Whether you have 5 staff or 50, we offer consultancy to meet your business needs and help you overcome your unique challenges. This includes services ranging from energy management support to bespoke training, coaching and e-learning, depending on your requirements.