North America

U.S. aluminium demand outpaces GDP growth

29 March 2022 - 0

The Aluminum Association in the U.S. has released preliminary estimates as part of its monthly ‘Aluminum Situation’ report, showing an estimated 7.7% demand growth for the aluminium industry in North America (U.S. and Canada) in 2021. This outpaced estimated 5.7% Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in the United States in 2021.

North American robot orders increase 67% in Q2 2021

6 December 2021 - 0

Robot orders in the second quarter of 2021 in North America were up by 67% over the same period in 2020, showing a return to pre-COVID 19 pandemic demand for automation as manufacturers and other North American companies return to business.