[Silicon Metal Prices Consolidate, Polysilicon Enterprises Raise Offers]: Spot silicon metal prices were mostly stable this week, with slight increases for some grades. Futures price fluctuations widened, and the most-traded contract trended lower on Thursday, dragged down by macro and capital sentiment. As of February 5, SMM oxygen-blown #553 silicon in east China was at 9,300-9,400 yuan/mt, up 100 yuan/mt WoW; #441 silicon was at 9,400-9,600 yuan/mt, up 100 yuan/mt WoW; and #3303 silicon was at 10,200-10,500 yuan/mt, flat WoW. In the futures market, the most-traded contract moved erratically, trending downward on Thursday, with the weekly high at 9,010 yuan/mt and the low at 8,600 yuan/mt. After the futures decline, some buy orders from traders and downstream users were executed.

Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) is thrilled to announce that the 2026 (3rd) Global Renewable Metal Industry Summit will be held in Tokyo, Japan, on May 11-12, 2026, to promote industry exchange and cooperation against the backdrop of the global push for sustainable development and resource recycling.

On June 17, 2025, the 2025 SMM (2nd) Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference , hosted by SMM, successfully concluded at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit in Bangkok, Thailand! The conference brought together experts, scholars, corporate representatives, and government officials from the domestic and overseas automotive industries to discuss new trends and models in the development of the automotive industry, share the latest technologies and innovative achievements, promote collaborative development and cooperation within the automotive industry, facilitate the improvement and enhancement of the industry chain, help Chinese automotive industry chain enterprises better understand overseas investment environments, leverage the complementary advantages of various countries and regions in the automotive industry, and jointly support the healthy and sustainable development of the automotive industry! Yossapong Laoonual, Honorary Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVA) and Director of the Mobility and Vehicle Technology Research Center (MOVE) at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) , stated that Thailand's electric vehicle vision (the 30@30 Policy) sets an ambitious goal of achieving 30% zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in the country's total production and 50% in newly registered vehicles by 2030. To achieve this goal, the government provides subsidies to original equipment manufacturers producing cars, pickup trucks, and motorcycles. The planned annual capacity for EVs exceeds 500,000 units, while the actual production in 2024 was 9,688 units, representing a 58-fold increase compared to the entire year of 2023. Although internal combustion engine vehicles still dominate the market, the growth rate of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) is very rapid, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 138% for BEVs from 2020 to 2024. By 2024, the market penetration rate of electric four-wheelers had reached 13%. Asst. Prof. Uthane Supatti, Ph.D., Vice Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) , stated, when referring to the development of charging infrastructure in Thailand, that after 2023, the deployment of charging piles in Thailand has reached a significant turning point. Data shows that the number of charging piles increased by an astonishing 306.2% YoY in 2023. By 2023, the number of charging piles had already surpassed the original target set for 2025. However, there is still significant room for improvement to achieve the 2030 goal, and continued efforts in construction are needed. In addition, Yao Xinying, Director of SMM Steel Product Research , released the SMM Thailand Metal Prices and Thailand Steel Prices to help enterprises identify fair prices and reduce transaction costs. She stated that the Thai manufacturing industry still faces numerous obstacles in price referencing and settlement, such as the lack of authoritative price benchmarks, low price transparency, an imperfect settlement system, and susceptibility to market manipulation. SMM, closely connected with the upstream and downstream of the Thai metal industry chain, has launched the SMM Thailand Metal Prices to facilitate market transactions. Additionally, SMM has specially designed a networking session for automakers, bringing together over a dozen well-known domestic and overseas automakers, including BYD and BMW, to provide dedicated time for supply and demand exchanges between attending guests and automakers, facilitating collaboration discussions! 》Click to view the live video of the conference 》Click to view the live photo gallery of the conference 》Click to view the special coverage of the conference Opening Remarks Speaker: Logan Lu, CEO of SMM 》Click to view details of the on-site speech Guest Speaker Session Speech Topic: Latest Policies in Southeast Asia's Automotive Industry Guest Speaker: Yossapong Laoonual, Honorary Chairman of the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVA) and Director of the Mobility and Vehicle Technology Research Center (MOVE), King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) Thailand's EV Vision (30@30 Policy) Thailand's EV Vision (30@30 Policy) sets an ambitious target of achieving 30% zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in the country's total production and 50% in new vehicle registrations by 2030. To achieve this, the government is providing subsidies to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) producing cars, pickup trucks, and motorcycles. 2024 Capacity and Market Performance The planned annual production capacity for EVs exceeds 500,000 units, with actual production in 2024 reaching 9,688 units, a 58-fold increase compared to the full year of 2023. Despite internal combustion engine vehicles still dominating the market, the growth rates of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have been very rapid, with BEVs achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 138% from 2020 to 2024. By 2024, the market penetration rate of electric four-wheelers has reached 13%. Infrastructure Development By 2024, the ratio of electric passenger vehicles to charging stations is 28, and the number of DC charging piles has exceeded the 2025 target by 40%. These charging piles are mainly distributed in gas stations, department stores, office buildings, and other locations. Challenges Faced In Thailand's four-wheeled EV market, Chinese OEMs have already taken a dominant position and are benefiting from the 30@30 policy. To enhance the competitiveness of the local automotive industry, local auto parts suppliers should actively integrate into the global supply chain and collaborate with Chinese OEMs to improve price competitiveness and enhance technological capabilities. 》EVA Thailand Shares: Thailand's EV Outlook - Opportunities and Challenges Automotive Brand Building and Differentiation Strategies in the Southeast Asian Market Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager of Changan Automobile's Southeast Asia Division Zhang Cong, General Manager of Geely Radar Thailand Pichayuth Vongpattanasin, Vice President of Omoda&Jaecoo (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Roundtable Discussion: Pathways for Building and Optimizing Localized Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Guests: Martin Knoss, Regional President for Passenger Cars, Commercial Vehicles, and Off-Road Vehicles in the ASEAN Market Segment, Powertrain Solutions Division, Robert Bosch Automotive Technology (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Peter Klöpfer, Senior Manager, Rutronik Yoshinobu Egawa, Head of China Region, SIIX Corporation Ma Ming, General Manager, Joyson Safety Systems (Thailand) Guan Xin, Deputy General Manager of Changan Automobile's Southeast Asia Division Speech Topic: SMM Thailand Metal Price Launch & Thailand Steel Price Release - Discovering Fair Prices and Reducing Transaction Costs Guest Speaker: Yao Xinying, Director of Steel Product Research, SMM Why Launch SMM Thailand Metal Prices? The Thai manufacturing industry still faces numerous obstacles in terms of price reference and settlement. 1. Lack of an authoritative price benchmark Thailand lacks an independent third-party price publishing platform, resulting in a lack of unified and credible price reference standards for metal trading. This makes it difficult for buyers and sellers to reach fair pricing agreements, exacerbating market price confusion. 2. Low price transparency Due to the absence of professional price information disclosure channels, metal trading price data is scattered and not publicly available. Market participants are unable to obtain timely and accurate market information, increasing the difficulty of price discovery and the risk of trading decisions. 》SMM Thailand Metal Price Launch Event & Thailand Steel Price Release - Discovering Fair Prices and Reducing Trading Costs Roundtable Discussion: Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain - Import and Local Matters (Services, Prices, Landing Support Possibilities) Dong Rujun, Senior Overseas Market Manager, SMM Wu Zhengguo, Operations Director, Taichengfa Co., Ltd. Wu Zhongxian, Deputy General Manager, International Trade Company, CITIC Pacific Special Steel Group Co., Ltd. Bai He, General Manager, RTM International Aluminum Division, Mitsubishi Corporation Yingzhang Liang, Head of Sustainability, Metals & Mining, Asia Pacific, Bloomberg Intelligence Shine Peng, Sales General Manager, FedEx Speech Topic: Accelerating the Development of Thailand's EV Ecosystem Guest Speaker: Asst. Prof. Uthane Supatti Ph.D., Vice Chairman, Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT) Transformation of Transportation Modes in Thailand Traditional transportation modes include speedboats, traditional buses, and traditional trains. After improvements, electric taxis, electric buses, and electric motorbike taxis have emerged. Following electrification development, subways, trams, and electric boats have also come into people's view. Thailand's EV Vision - The "30@30" Policy Thailand has set EV adoption and production targets for 2025 and 2030. By 2030, the following goals will be achieved: zero-emission vehicles will account for 30% of Thailand's total vehicle production; zero-emission vehicles will account for 50% of the country's vehicle usage. Passenger Vehicle Production: As of 2024, Thailand's total sedan production reached 1,468,997 units, a YoY decrease of 20%. Among them, passenger vehicle production was 558,440 units, a YoY decrease of 13.5%. Pure electric passenger vehicle production was 9,688 units, a YoY surge of 5,807.3%. 》Current Status of Thailand's EV Industry - How to Accelerate the Development of Thailand's EV Ecosystem? Roundtable Discussion: Accelerated Electrification and Localization Progress of Core Components in Thailand Xiaolong Xu, Deputy General Manager, Inovance United Power System (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Zhibiao Fu, Plant Manager, Shanghai Edrive (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Tongkarn Kaewchalermtong, Chair of the Transport and Logistics Working Group, ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (AFEO) Sizhan Chen, Chairman of the Automotive Parts Industry Association, Federation of Thai Industries, and Deputy Secretary General, Thai Auto Parts Manufacturers Association Haofeng, Business Director, Gotion High-tech (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Presentation Topic: Industrialization Breakthrough of Ultra-Thin Soft Magnetic Materials for High-Efficiency Drive Motors Guest Speaker: Lugang Zhan, Executive Deputy General Manager, Hunan Hongwang New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Roundtable Discussion: Charging Pile Infrastructure: Unlocking the Last Mile of Southeast Asia's New Energy Revolution Liming Zhao, Overseas Sales Director for Southeast Asia, Teld International Soravis Sithicharoen, Charging Pile Business Head, Gentari Green Mobility Thailand Chavarin Chavarangkul, Charging Pile Head and Sales Director, Innopower Company Limited Presentation Topic: Operational Status of Lithium Carbonate Futures Guest Speaker: Bing Leng, Deputy General Manager, GFEX (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Presentation Topic: Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC): A Hub of Prosperity Opportunities Guest Speaker: Songwut Apirakkhit, Executive Head of Next-Generation Automotive Sector, Eastern Economic Corridor Roundtable Discussion: Investment Models in Southeast Asia: Pros and Cons of Joint Ventures and Wholly Owned Subsidiaries Weien Lin, Director and Deputy General Manager, Thai Long United Automotive Co., Ltd. Kuixian Lin, Founder of Jiahua Group and CEO of NexV, Sdn Bhd Bin Zhao, President, Thai-Chinese Rayong Industrial Zone Development Co., Ltd. June 17 Main Conference Presentation Topic: Rizhao Steel's ESP Automotive Steel Supports Green and Efficient Development in the Automotive Industry Guest Speaker: Xutao Zheng, Deputy Director of Technology and Quality Department, Technical Center Director, Rizhao Steel Holding Group Co., Ltd. (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Roundtable Discussion: How Southeast Asia's Local Supply Chain Serves European and US Markets Tuan Vi, Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics for Asia Pacific, Schaeffler Vietnam Sridhar Ramakrishna, Application and Engineering Director, Tenneco Presentation Topic: Smart Logistics Systems and Technologies Facilitating Global Supply Chain Expansion Guest Speaker: Chunlong Jin, Deputy General Manager, Shanghai Boyi International Logistics Co., Ltd. (At the speaker's request, this presentation will not be publicly available) Roundtable Discussion: Potential Synergies in Battery Cell Chemical Materials Across Southeast Asia Logan Lu, CEO, SMM Tony, General Manager, Sunwoda EV Energy (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Rui Liu, Chairman, Innovate (Malaysia) New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. Changxi Jin, Sales Director for Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, Electrolyte Division, Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology Co., Ltd. Shuzhan Yang, Deputy General Manager, BTR New Materials Group Co., Ltd., and Chairman, BTR Indonesia Automaker Demand Matching Session At the 2025 SMM (2nd) Southeast Asia Automotive Supply Chain Conference , SMM has specially designed a networking session for automakers, bringing together over a dozen renowned domestic and overseas automakers to provide attendees with dedicated time for supply and demand discussions and collaboration opportunities! 》Click to view the list of automakers participating in the exchange meeting Sign-in 》Click to view more highlights from the event With this, the 2025 SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference has come to a successful conclusion Thank you for the support of all industry colleagues See you next year! 》Click to view the special report on the 2025 SMM Southeast Asia (Thailand) Automotive Supply Chain Conference

As the world focuses on climate change and pursues sustainable development, countries are actively promoting the transformation of their energy structures. The involvement of new energy vehicle (NEV) enterprises in the eVTOL sector is emerging as a major trend in the current transportation landscape, highlighting the importance of integrating these two fields. What sparks will fly when electric vehicles (EVs) meet the low-altitude economy? This event, centered around the entire industry chain of NEV & eVTOL electric drive systems, will focus on areas such as "power systems, electric drives, motor and electronic control, low-altitude aircraft, and innovative raw materials." It will feature a high-quality opening ceremony, a high-level dinner, an awards ceremony, procurement and supply business matchmaking, a study tour of the new energy industry, and "1+2+3" themed forums. Hosted by SMM and with grand participation from Hunan Jinci New Material Technology Co., Ltd., the "2025 SMM (4th) Electric Drive System Conference" will be held on June 20-21, 2025, in Loudi, Hunan Province. The theme of this conference is "New Quality Drives, Low-Altitude Takeoff." We extend a special invitation to enterprises in the low-altitude sector and the NEV industry chain to join us, alongside industry leaders, in building the 2025 SMM (4th) Electric Drive System Conference into a vital platform for the rapid development of the new energy industry. Click the registration form to register for the conference immediately. We look forward to meeting you there. Booth Number: C7 Hunan Jinci New Material Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech smart manufacturing company located in the picturesque and conveniently accessible "Materials Valley" of the Loudi Economic and Technological Development Zone. It specializes in the R&D of magnetic materials, silicon steel production, silicon steel slitting, core stamping, stator winding, rotor aluminum casting, and the production of metal magnetic iron-silicon-aluminum powder. The company covers an area of 200 acres, with nearly 100,000 m² dedicated to factory buildings. It is affiliated with Jinci Group, founded in 1992 in Chicago, US, by dual Ph.D. holder Xie Jinqiang. The group established the JQM brand and owns seven companies, forming a modern conglomerate that integrates magnetic material manufacturing, silicon steel production, core stamping, steel trading, non-ferrous metal trading, and asset management. Its major clients include internationally and domestically renowned enterprises such as General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Harman, Midea, Gree, and Panasonic. By integrating the group's market and technological resources, the company plans a total investment of 3.2 billion yuan to establish a base with an annual silicon steel production capacity of 600,000 mt and a motor core stamping capacity of 400,000 mt. It aims to become a high-tech smart manufacturing company with an annual output value exceeding 10 billion yuan in the fields of "new materials, new energy, functional materials, and magnetic materials." (Left: YBPKK high-voltage motor stator core, Right: YBPKK high-voltage motor cast aluminum rotor core) (Left: YKK high-voltage motor stator core (2), Right: YKK high-voltage motor stator core) (Left: Sector-shaped stator core of high-torque permanent magnet motor, Right: Rotor core of high-torque permanent magnet motor) (Left: Stator core of low-voltage large-power motor, Right: Core of permanent magnet motor for NEV) The company currently owns over 80 sets of equipment, including high-speed punching machines for high-speed stamping, blanking single punching, slot punching, compound high-speed punching, stator pressing, vertical/centrifugal aluminum casting, laser cutting, silicon steel slitting equipment, and general-purpose machine tools for mold repairing. It has obtained ISO9001 quality management system, ISO14001 environmental management system, and OHSAS18001 occupational health and safety management system certifications. The company's main products include motor core series for NEVs, household motor core series, industrial motor core series, and large-scale wind turbine generator core series. Become China's most excellent motor core supplier! Click here to participate in the 2025 SMM (4th) Electric Drive System Conference immediately SMM Conference Contact Person Fan Cui 13816522387 fancui@smm.cn

SMM News on May 30: To gain in-depth insights into the cutting-edge technologies and market trends of motor cores, strengthen the integration of upstream and downstream resources, and empower the efficient, intelligent, and green transformation of the motor industry, a delegation led by Xu De'an, Director of the Marketing Department, and Fan Cui, Director of the Motor Business Department, from SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (SMM), visited Hunan Jinci New Material Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Hunan Jinci") on May 26. Xie Jinqiang, Chairman of Hunan Jinci, warmly received the delegation. Both parties engaged in pragmatic and in-depth exchanges on the development of the silicon steel industry, core technological innovations in motor cores, market challenges and opportunities, as well as future cooperation directions. In the face of stringent requirements for motor core performance (high magnetic induction, low iron loss, and high dimensional accuracy) and green manufacturing processes in fields such as new energy vehicles (NEVs), high-efficiency industrial motors, and high-end home appliances, collaborative innovation across the industry chain is crucial. This exchange was highly productive, significantly enhancing mutual trust and consensus between SMM and Hunan Jinci, and paving the way for the two parties to establish a close cooperative relationship. As an industry-leading information and service platform, SMM highly recognizes Hunan Jinci's technological strength and development potential, and looks forward to complementary advantages between the two parties. They expect to conduct in-depth cooperation in promoting technological upgrades of motor cores, expanding application scenarios, enhancing the competitiveness of the industry chain, and jointly contributing to the green and high-quality development of China's high-end manufacturing industry. Hunan Jinci New Material Technology Co., Ltd. Hunan Jinci New Material Technology Co., Ltd., located in the picturesque and conveniently accessible "Materials Valley" of the Loudi Economic and Technological Development Zone, is a high-tech intelligent manufacturing company integrating the R&D of magnetic materials, silicon steel production, silicon steel slitting, core stamping, stator winding, rotor aluminum casting, and the production of metal magnetic iron-silicon-aluminum powder. It covers an area of 200 acres, with nearly 100,000 m² of factory space. The company is affiliated with the Jinci Group, founded by Dr. Xie Jinqiang in Chicago, US, in 1992. The group has established the JQM brand and owns seven companies, forming a modern conglomerate currently engaged in magnetic material manufacturing, silicon steel production, core stamping, steel trading, non-ferrous metal trading, and asset management. Its major clients include well-known international and domestic enterprises such as General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Harman, Midea, Gree, and Panasonic. The company is integrating the group's market and technological resources, with a proposed total investment of 3.2 billion yuan, to build a motor core stamping base with an annual silicon steel production capacity of 600,000 mt and 400,000 mt, and to establish a high-tech intelligent manufacturing company with an annual output value exceeding 10 billion yuan in "new materials, new energy, functional materials, and magnetic materials." (Left: YBPKK high-voltage motor stator core, Right: YBPKK high-voltage motor cast aluminum rotor core) (Left: YKK high-voltage motor stator core, Right: YKK high-voltage motor stator core (2)) (Left: High-torque permanent magnet motor sector stator core, Right: High-torque permanent magnet motor rotor core) (Left: Low-voltage large power motor stator core, Right: NEV permanent magnet motor core) The company currently owns over 80 sets of equipment, including high-speed punching machines for blanking, high-speed punching machines for notching, compound high-speed punching machines, stator pressing machines, vertical/centrifugal aluminum casting machines, laser cutting machines, silicon steel slitting machines, and general-purpose machine tools for die repair. It has obtained ISO9001 quality management system, ISO14001 environmental management system, and OHSAS18001 occupational health and safety management system certifications. The company's main products include motor core series for NEVs, household motor core series, industrial motor core series, and large-scale wind turbine generator core series. Strive to be China's most outstanding motor core supplier! SMM Conference Contact Person: Cui Fan Tel: 13816522387 Email: fancui@smm.cn

Since the global consensus on green and low-carbon development was reached, the strategic position of the secondary metal industry has become increasingly prominent. With the accelerated advancement of industrialization, the demand for metal resources has continued to grow. As a green, environmentally friendly, and economically viable alternative resource, secondary metals have become a global focus. In recent years, Southeast Asia has emerged as a significant global hub for the collection, distribution, and processing of secondary resources. Meanwhile, with the deepening internationalization of industries such as NEV, processing enterprises in the secondary copper, secondary aluminum, and battery sectors, which are part of the material supply chain, have chosen to establish factories in Southeast Asian countries like Thailand to expand overseas resources and enhance global competitiveness. Thailand, as a key economy in Southeast Asia, boasts a relatively mature resource recycling system and a favorable geographical location, providing convenient conditions for regional collaboration and international trade in the secondary metal industry. It has now developed into a global industrial base for the recycling, sorting, and reprocessing of secondary metals such as secondary aluminum and secondary copper, annually exporting substantial amounts of secondary metal resources to China and other countries. Additionally, Thailand's manufacturing sector is thriving, with annual expansions in areas such as automotive manufacturing and electronics and electrical appliances, providing strong demand support for the secondary metal resource industry. From June 24-25, 2024, the 1st SMM Global Secondary Metal Industry Forum was held in Malaysia. The event brought together recycling associations, government officials, and renowned enterprises from various regions to discuss the current state and future development of the secondary metal industry. From 2024 to 2025, with the continuous updating of secondary metal policies and the rapid development of the industry, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. plans to hold the 2025 SMM 2nd Global Secondary Metal Industry Chain Summit Forum in Thailand from June 12-13, 2025, to assist enterprises in navigating the changes in the secondary metal industry, comply with industry standardization requirements, and provide a platform for business exchanges. The summit aims to gather associations, leading enterprises, research institutions, industry experts, and policymakers from the global secondary metal sector to jointly explore new trends, technologies, and policies in the development of the secondary metal industry. It will build an international platform for exchange, cooperation, resource sharing, and collaborative innovation, contributing to the construction and improvement of the global resource recycling system and the realization of a global green economic transition. At this year's conference, Foshan Lvtian Environmental Protection Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd. will make a grand appearance. Along with upstream and downstream colleagues in the secondary metal industry, they will engage in in-depth discussions on the pain points and challenges facing the industry, jointly explore business opportunities for win-win cooperation, and discuss ways to promote high-quality development in the industry. Click on the registration form to register for the conference immediately. The voice of low-carbon development resonates globally. See you in Bangkok! Foshan Greenfield Environmental Protection Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd. is located in Nanhai District, Foshan City, known as the "China Aluminum Base". Since 2000, it has been engaged in waste metal trading, crushing and sorting, processing and melting, as well as the R&D and production of metal sorting machinery equipment. In 2018, it independently built a machinery equipment factory. Greenfield Machinery is a member of the Recycled Metal Association (CMRA) and obtained the National High-tech Enterprise Certificate in 2022, providing high-quality, efficient, and environmentally friendly sorting machinery and environmental protection equipment for waste metal traders and metal smelting factories. Foshan Greenfield Environmental Protection Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd. is located in Nanhai District, Foshan City, known as the "China Aluminum Base". Since 2000, it has been engaged in the research and development and production of waste metal trading, crushing and sorting, processing and melting, as well as metal sorting machinery equipment. In 2018, it independently built a machinery equipment factory. Greenfield Machinery is a member of the Recycled Metal Association (CMRA) and obtained the National High-tech Enterprise Certificate in 2022, providing high-quality, efficient and environmentally friendly sorting machinery and environmental protection equipment for waste metal traders and metal smelting factories. After years of development, Greenfield Environmental Protection Machinery has become an advanced supplier of mechanical equipment and complete sorting equipment in South China, providing customers with a complete set of sorting equipment. It can meet the maximum daily processing capacity requirement of 400T for recycled aluminum customers. And it provides customers with a complete set of pre-sales, sales, and after-sales services, such as sorting tests, process design, equipment processing and production, installation and debugging, worker training, and other one-stop services. After years of development, Greenfield Environmental Protection Machinery has become an advanced supplier of mechanical equipment and complete sorting equipment in South China, providing customers with a complete set of sorting equipment. It can meet the maximum daily processing capacity requirement of 400T for recycled aluminum customers. And it provides customers with a complete set of pre-sales, sales, and after-sales services, such as sorting tests, process design, equipment processing and production, installation and debugging, worker training, and other one-stop services. The main product series currently produced include large, medium, small, and micro aluminum flotation equipment, polishing equipment, vortex selection equipment, and other screening equipment. In particular, it has exclusively launched the world's first set of installation-free micro flotation machines. The main product series currently produced include large, medium, small, and micro aluminum flotation equipment, polishing equipment, vortex selection equipment, and other screening equipment. Among them, the world's first free installation micro flotation machine was exclusively launched. Greenfield has successfully sold and invested in over 100 sorting sites worldwide, and has exclusively launched the world's first self installing micro flotation machine. Starting from 2019, Greenfield has established maintenance service points in Malaysia, Thailand, and India, equipped with professional production, installation, and maintenance personnel. They are always ready to directly radiate the entire Southeast Asian market, providing comprehensive technical guidance, installation and testing, and after-sales maintenance services to more customers. As a leading enterprise in the "flotation separation" industry, Greenfield Machinery continuously innovates and conducts in-depth research and experiments, mastering the core technology of flotation separation and driving the rapid development of waste metal traders and metal smelting factories. At present, a series of projects have been successfully operated, including Lizhong Group, Shunbo Aluminum Industry, Nandu Aluminum Industry, Lanxi Boyuan (Boyuan Thailand), Jiantao Aluminum Industry, Suzhou Cangsong, Hebei Yingjie, Aomi Metal, Foshan Luoxin, Spain Lasume, UK Nova Recycle, Thailand Dazheng DDMT, etc. Greenfield has successfully sold and invested in over 100 sorting sites worldwide, and has exclusively launched the world's first self installing micro flotation machine. Starting from 2019, Greenfield has established maintenance service points in Malaysia, Thailand, and India, equipped with professional production, installation, and maintenance personnel. They are always ready to directly radiate the entire Southeast Asian market, providing comprehensive technical guidance, installation and testing, and after-sales maintenance services to more customers. As a leading enterprise in the "flotation separation" industry, Greenfield Machinery continuously innovates and conducts in-depth research and experiments, mastering the core technology of flotation separation and driving the rapid development of waste metal traders and metal smelting factories. At present, a series of projects have been successfully operated, including Lizhong Group, Shunbo Aluminum Industry, Nandu Aluminum Industry, Lanxi Boyuan (Boyuan Thailand), Jiantao Aluminum Industry, Suzhou Cangsong, Hebei Yingjie, Aomi Metal, Foshan Luoxin, Spain Lasume, UK Nova Recycle, Thailand Dazheng DDMT, etc. Greenfield Machinery adheres to the business philosophy of integrity first, equal emphasis on quality, sustainable operation, and the development of green industries, striving for development and entering the world. "Integrity", "Quality", "Excellence", and "Sustainability" are Greenfield Machinery's business philosophies. -Integrity: Integrity is the foundation of marketing, without violating laws and morals -Quality: Strict quality control for production lines, focusing on stable quality -Excellence: Building strong competitive strengths, continuous improvement, unafraid of challenges -Sustainability Growing together with all employees and customers, mutual trust and benefits, creating win-win outcomes Greenfield Machinery adheres to the business philosophy of integrity first, equal emphasis on quality, sustainable operation, and the development of green industries, striving for development and entering the world. Integrity, quality, transcendence, and sustainability are the business philosophy of Greenfield Machinery. -Integrity: Integrity is the cornerstone of marketing, adhering to laws and ethics. -Quality: Strictly control the production line and prioritize stable quality. -Beyond: Enhance competitive strength, pursue continuous improvement, and embrace challenges fearlessly. -Sustainable: Grow together with all employees and customers, fostering mutual trust and benefit, and creating a win-win situation. Contact Information www.gfmetalflotation.com Liang Jiali (Owen) +86 189 2316 0808 Long press to scan the QR code and register immediately 2025 SMM (2nd) Global Secondary Metal Industry Peak Forum

At 17:00 on April 18, 2025, the AICE2025 SMM 20th Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo (hereinafter referred to as "AICE Aluminum Industry Expo") successfully concluded at the Suzhou International Expo Center! What were the exciting highlights at the AICE 2025 Aluminum Industry Expo? Today, Xiao A brings you an exclusive "Post-Exhibition Report," using hardcore data to comprehensively and multi-dimensionally recreate the splendid moments of this aluminum industry feast! AICE: Clients Within Reach 01 AICE's lineup of exhibitors... 02 AICE Exhibitor Analysis 03 AICE Exhibitors' Voices 04 AICE Analysis of Domestic Visitors This year's domestic visitors covered 27 provinces across the country, with Jiangsu Province having the most visitors, accounting for 34.77%. The top 10 provinces for domestic visitors were: Jiangsu, Shanghai, Henan, Shandong, Zhejiang, Guangdong, Jiangxi, Hubei, Hebei, and Shanxi. The main business types of professional visitors were processing, end-users, trading, and equipment. Among them, processing accounted for the largest proportion at 23.34%. Professional visitors with decision-making or purchasing authority accounted for over 51.42%. 05 What are the benefits of visiting AICE? 06 Review of AICE Concurrent Forums 07 AICE's Interactive Highlights! AICE Shining Brightly! The AICE 2025 Glory Ceremony 2025 SMM China Aluminum Industry Meritorious Figures Rising Star Award Huang Kaiju, Shanghai Giant Alloy Materials Recycling Co., Ltd. Kuang Manxing, Guangdong Hongjin New Materials Group Co., Ltd. Huang Fen, Fen'an Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Pan Baowen, Guangdong GoldEx Light Alloy Co., Ltd. Cornerstone Award Cheng Shuai, CSMET Group Cui Lixin, Shandong Innovation Group Co., Ltd. Shen Jianguo, Yongjie New Materials Co., Ltd. Li Wei, Henan Shenhuo Group Co., Ltd. Huo Bin, Yidian Holding Group Co., Ltd. Shangmei Network/Shangqing Times Metal Information Consulting (Beijing) Co., Ltd. Dong Chunming Taishan Award Peng Baotai, Jiangxi Baotai Nonferrous Metals Group Co., Ltd. Ma Tingyi, Henan Mingtai Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Wang Zhenjian, Chongqing Shunbo Aluminum Alloy Co., Ltd. Lifetime Achievement Award Wang Zitao, Lw Aluminum Processing Technology Center Yuan Yongda, Shanghai Aluminum Industry Association Wen Xianjun, China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association, Shandong Aluminum Industry Association Li Shilong, China Technology Innovation Strategic Alliance for Resources Recycling Industry (CIAR) Zhang Shangen, Suzhou Die Casting Association Lu Jiyan, Guangdong (Nanhai) Aluminum Processing Industry Alliance 2025 SMM Top 20 China Aluminum Scrap Suppliers Double Win Industries INC Aleris Renewable Resources (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. Foshan Haoyi Metal Materials Co., Ltd. Foshan Xinshenghao Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Guangdong Sunrise Heavy Rising Metal Import & Export Co., Ltd. Kunshan Tenglin Material Recycling Co., Ltd. Nan'an Quanli Metal Co., Ltd. Ningbo Chengyuan Metal Co., Ltd. Ningbo Gongyi Alloy Materials Co., Ltd. Ningbo Jinmai Lvyi Metal Materials Co., Ltd. Ningbo Jinxin Trading Co., Ltd. Ningbo Qilin Metal Materials Technology Co., Ltd. Ningbo Tongsheng New Materials Co., Ltd. Qingyuan Yuxiang Metal Technology Co., Ltd. Shantou Fujiu Renewable Resources Recycling Co., Ltd. Shanghai Humin Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. Shanghai Giant Alloy Materials Recycling Co., Ltd. Tianjin Sinone Renewable Resource Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Sansheng Metal Technology Co., Ltd. Zhejiang Zhelv New Energy Co., Ltd. 2025 SMM Top 20 China Aluminum Alloy Ingot Traders Chixin Supply Chain Management (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. Foshan Xiangneng Dazheng Trading Co., Ltd. Foshan Xinshenghao Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Meiyin Ruijing (Ningbo) Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Ningbo Donghui International Trade Co., Ltd. Ningbo Haitian Tongchuang Industrial Co., Ltd. Ningbo Kaitong Industry Co., Ltd. Ningbo Yingbang Import & Export Co., Ltd. Ningbo Xinglu Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd. Xiamen Heyu Trading Co., Ltd. Shanghai Sanquan Industrial Co., Ltd. Shanghai Wurui Metal Group Co., Ltd. Shangkuang Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Shendiao (Ningbo) Metal Trading Co., Ltd. Suzhou Jintian Import & Export Co., Ltd. Wuxi Shijiu Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. Wuchan Zhongda International Group Co., Ltd. CSIC Material Trade Group Guangzhou Co., Ltd. Zhongshan Hongfa Metal Co., Ltd. Zhongshan Zhichen Metal Materials Co., Ltd. 2025 SMM Glow of Nonferrous Metals Five Years Together, Weathering Storms and Sailing Side by Side; Five Consecutive Years of Hand-in-Hand Cooperation and Seamless Collaboration We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to the following companies for their unwavering support and sincere collaboration over the past five years. We look forward to continuing to work together in the future and embarking on new journeys! 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On April 18, at the AICE 2025 SMM (20th) Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo - Industrial Aluminum Extrusion Forum , hosted by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (SMM), SMM Metal Trading Center, and Shandong Aisi Information Technology Co., Ltd., and co-organized by Zhongyifeng Jinyi (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. and Lezhi County Qianrun Investment Promotion Service Co., Ltd., Professor and Doctoral Supervisor GENG Lin from the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology shared the current status of preparation, processing, and application of aluminum matrix composites. Research Background of Aluminum Matrix Composites National Significant Demand for Metal Matrix Composites Aerospace: Large aircraft, heavy helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, carrier-based aircraft, hypersonic vehicles, near-space vehicles, and strategic transport aircraft. Space: Heavy-lift launch vehicles, manned lunar missions, lunar bases, Mars sampling, small celestial body exploration, Jupiter system exploration, and satellites. Other Fields: Robotics, rail transit, new energy vehicles (NEVs), deep-sea/deep-earth/polar exploration equipment, 3C electronics, etc. Metal matrix composites have taken the first step towards large-scale engineering applications in China's aerospace, defense, electronics, construction machinery, and other fields, becoming one of the irreplaceable basic raw materials for major national projects. He introduced the development history of aluminum matrix composites and pointed out that China ranks among the top internationally in terms of the total number of papers and the number of highly cited papers on aluminum matrix composites. ►Current Status of R&D on Aluminum Matrix Composites in China: Mainly concentrated in high-end manufacturing fields such as aerospace and defense. Aluminum matrix composites have achieved widespread application in high-end manufacturing fields such as aerospace and defense, meeting the demands for small-batch, multi-variety, and customized production. ►One of the Bottleneck Issues in Widespread Application: The strong-toughness inversion problem, where stiffness and strength increase while plasticity decreases. Nature-inspired configuration-based composite strengthening and toughening design has become the main trend in the development of aluminum matrix composites in recent years. In terms of preparation technology, the influencing factors of composite systems are complex: High-quality preparation technologies that match different composite systems need to be selected to meet the demands of complex multi-field coupling applications. In terms of forming and processing technology, the mechanism of microstructure evolution during the forming process is complex: Suitable forming and processing technologies need to be developed to meet the demands for precise shape and property control of complex thin-walled components. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites The preparation of discontinuously reinforced aluminum matrix composites involves various complex processes. Developing suitable preparation technologies is the key to obtaining high-performance composites. II. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Solid Phase Method (Powder Metallurgy) The solid phase method refers to the process of preparing metal matrix composites with the matrix in a solid state. Advantages: Lower preparation temperature, easily controlled interfacial reactions, fine microstructure, and high composite performance. It provides analyses of relevant cases, including aluminum matrix composites reinforced with uniformly configured ceramic particles based on traditional ball milling processes, CNT/Al composites with a brick-and-mortar configuration based on flake powder metallurgy, multimodal aluminum matrix composites based on multi-step ball milling, and aluminum matrix composites reinforced with phase change materials. II. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Solid Phase Method (Hot Isostatic Pressing) The hot isostatic pressing process involves placing the product in a sealed container, applying isotropic pressure to the product while simultaneously applying high temperature. Under the combined effects of high temperature and pressure, the product undergoes sintering and densification. Most production-scale hot isostatic presses have a maximum operating temperature of approximately 1400°C, with maximum pressures ranging from 100 to 200 MPa. The total tonnage of the largest modern hot isostatic press is approximately 400,000 kN (40,000 tons-force). Example: During the hot isostatic pressing preparation of high volume fraction SiCp/Al composites, the matrix aluminum alloy exists in a solid-liquid two-phase region, facilitating easier densification of the composite under high temperature and pressure conditions. II. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Liquid Phase Method (Squeeze Casting) Preform Preparation: Preparing uniformly porous preforms through physical sedimentation; preparing biomimetic configured preforms using methods such as freeze casting and 3D printing. Composite Preparation: Infiltrating molten aluminum into the pores of the preform through mechanical pressurization to achieve the preparation of high-performance composites. It discusses relevant cases, including aluminum matrix composites reinforced with uniformly configured particles, aluminum matrix composites reinforced with uniformly configured whiskers, and biomimetic configured aluminum matrix composites. II. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Liquid Phase Method (Vacuum Pressure Infiltration) Vacuum pressure infiltration is similar to squeeze casting, primarily involving the preparation of ceramic porous preforms first, followed by the combination of a vacuum environment and gas pressure pressurization conditions to enable the aluminum alloy melt to fill the micropores of the preform and solidify, thereby preparing aluminum matrix composites. It introduces relevant cases of low-expansion, high-volume fraction particle-reinforced aluminum matrix composites and biomimetic configured aluminum matrix composites. II. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Liquid Phase Method (Stir Casting) Basic Principle: Directly adding particles into the semi-solid melt of the matrix metal to increase the shear stress during stirring, enabling uniform dispersion of the particles in the metal melt. Subsequently, rapidly heating to the liquid state to improve the casting liquidity, and finally casting into ingots, castings, etc. Key technologies: Improvement of wettability between the melt and the reinforcement phase, uniform dispersion of the reinforcement phase, and control of oxidation and gas absorption in the metal melt. Technological advantages: Suitable for industrial-scale production; simple process and low manufacturing costs. Preparation capacity: The production scale of stir casting typically ranges from a few kilograms in the laboratory to several dozen tons in industrial production. It elaborates on cases such as the stir casting preparation technology for SiC particle-reinforced aluminum matrix composites, graphite particle-reinforced aluminum matrix composites, and in-situ TiB₂-reinforced aluminum matrix composites. The fluoride salt method mainly involves the reaction of two salts, generating fluoride salt by-products; the master alloy method produces no by-products but has high requirements for raw materials; the in-situ reaction-generated TiB₂ particle composite casting ingot can currently reach a maximum of 11t, providing ingots for subsequent plastic processing to prepare large components. TiB₂ particles exhibit a network-like distribution. Their size can be controlled within the nanometer to submicron range, with regular particle shapes and no significant agglomeration; the in-situ reaction-generated TiB₂ particles have a good interface bonding with the aluminum matrix and are in a coherent relationship, making them ideal reinforcing ceramic particles. TiB₂ particles are excellent grain refiners. In the molten metal, TiB₂ particles act as the core for heterogeneous nucleation, providing more nucleation sites during metal crystallization, ultimately resulting in finer and more uniform grains; a large number of dislocation tangles exist near TiB₂ particles as the second phase particles, effectively hindering dislocation movement during deformation, thereby enhancing the material's strength. Compared to the matrix alloy, the HCF ultimate strength of TiB₂ particle-reinforced aluminum matrix composites is increased by 22% to 44%, reaching up to 730MPa; fine TiB₂ particles can inhibit fatigue crack initiation, avoiding the tendency for premature fatigue crack initiation due to particle-interface debonding and particle fracture. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Additive Manufacturing Method Based on additive manufacturing technology, it enables the net-shape forming of complex structural metal components with integrated material-structure, providing a new technological approach for the design and manufacture of high-performance components in aerospace, mainly divided into laser additive manufacturing, arc additive manufacturing, friction stir manufacturing, etc. Preparation Technology of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Additive Manufacturing Method (Laser Additive) Under the action of a laser beam, metal powder is melted and rapidly solidified to form a new layer of material. This process is carried out layer by layer until a complete three-dimensional object is constructed; based on the specified reinforcement particles and Al matrix that have been added, induced grain refinement can be achieved.The lower interatomic mismatch between the α-Al matrix and TiB₂ leads to a decrease in the critical nucleation undercooling ΔT, which can repair crack formation in alloys prone to cracking during the L-PBF process. The addition of second-phase hard particles can significantly refine the microstructure, resulting in higher yield strength due to grain boundary strengthening, as verified in TiB₂-reinforced AlSi10Mg alloys and TiC/TiH₂-reinforced Al2024 alloys. In addition to grain boundary strengthening, the yield strength of the L-PBF TiB₂/AlSi10Mg alloy is increased to approximately 362-407 MPa due to the enhanced resistance to dislocation motion caused by the hard particles. II. Fabrication Technologies for Aluminum Matrix Composites - Additive Manufacturing (Friction Stir) Friction stir additive manufacturing (FSAM) involves local plastic deformation of metal materials using a high-speed rotating stirring tool, followed by layer-by-layer accumulation under pressure to achieve the fabrication of highly dense metal structures. The advantages of FSAM include low-temperature processing, energy conservation and environmental protection, applicability to difficult-to-weld materials, and low residual stress. It is mainly used for the compounding of dissimilar materials and the repair of high-value components, suitable for the efficient large-scale forming of materials such as aluminum alloys and magnesium alloys. The NiTip/Al interface prepared by friction stir additive manufacturing exhibits good bonding without the formation of harmful reaction products. The addition of NiTip forms a fine-grained microstructure with good dispersion, accelerating dynamic recovery by increasing the matrix deformation and promoting dynamic recrystallization through particle-stimulated nucleation. The unique fine-grained microstructure, uniformly dispersed NiTip, and well-bonded NiTip/Al interface significantly enhance strength without adversely affecting ductility. II. Fabrication Technologies for Aluminum Matrix Composites - Additive Manufacturing (Arc Additive) Arc additive manufacturing is a directed energy deposition (DED) 3D printing technology based on arc welding principles, constructing parts by depositing metal materials layer by layer. The grain size of the TiN/Al-Zn-Mg-Cu alloy is refined from 459.3 μm to 104.6 μm, attributed to the formation of Al₃Ti particles acting as nucleating agents, resulting in increased tensile strength in both the horizontal and vertical directions. In the horizontal direction, the tensile strength increases from 207 MPa to 284 MPa. Forming and Processing of Aluminum Matrix Composites III. Forming and Processing of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Hot Extrusion Hot extrusion enables the production of complex cross-sectional profiles, with only compressive and shear stresses applied during the forming process, resulting in good surface finish of the produced parts. Computer simulation can assist process engineers in understanding the metal flow patterns during profile extrusion, predicting defects in advance, optimizing die design, and improving profile quality. III. Forming and Processing of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Forging Based on the simulation of material flow behavior, potential deformation defects can be predicted, providing a theoretical basis for formulating process measures to prevent crack formation. By establishing a hot working map based on the dynamic material model, the optimal processing conditions for the material can be accurately predicted. A multi-scale thermo-mechanical coupling model for composites was established to simulate the deformation process and microstructure. As a result, SiC/Al forgings with diameters ranging from 1760 to 2500mm were successfully developed in one attempt. Numerical simulations of the isothermal forging process for blades/housings were conducted using finite element software to obtain strain distribution and load data. Reasonable forging process parameters were then formulated, ultimately resulting in forgings with ideal microstructure and properties. By combining finite element simulation with hot compression experiments, the influence of deformation process parameters on the damage field, stress-strain field, and temperature field during the forging process of SiCp/Al composites was investigated. The issue of cracking in heterogeneous and difficult-to-deform composite forging blanks was addressed through a combination of upset forging with a can and two-way forging processes. Large annular forgings of aluminum matrix composites were successfully trial-produced using isothermal precision die forging, with excellent forming quality and significantly refined shape and dimensions. Forming and Processing of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Rolling By simulating the residual stress distribution during the rolling process, rolling process parameters can be optimized to reduce residual stress generation, thereby improving the quality and precision of rolled products. During the rolling process, there exists a mechanism of small-sized phase fragmentation and phase transformation, as well as a refinement mechanism where large-sized phases are broken down into smaller ones. After rolling, the material forms a fibrous microstructure with grains aligned along the rolling direction, resulting in an elongated grain structure. Rolling can be divided into cold rolling and hot rolling. Cold rolling significantly increases strength and hardness due to work hardening effects, but reduces plasticity. Hot rolling results in a more uniform microstructure with lower internal stresses, but lower strength. By optimizing rolling parameters and process routes, profiles suitable for automotive or aerospace applications can be prepared. III. Forming and Processing of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Welding On an A356 aluminum alloy substrate, a gradient structure composite can be manufactured using a brazing layer of SiCp/Al composite with varying contents. The welding area is defect-free, continuous, and free of cracks and pores, with good bonding at the gradient structure interface. III. Forming and Processing of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Machining Particle-reinforced aluminum matrix composites: The main parameters affecting the grinding process include grinding wheel speed (vs), table speed (vw), grinding depth (ap), and maximum undeformed chip thickness (hmax). Among these, grinding at high grinding wheel speeds (vs) results in composites with higher surface quality and more ductile deposition zones. Reducing the undeformed chip thickness (hmax) will decrease the number of effective abrasive grains involved in grinding, thereby controlling the pore size on the composite surface and the thickness of the damaged layer, which is beneficial for reducing the formation of subsurface microcracks and pores. The main parameters affecting the turning process include spindle speed (n), feed rate (f), nose radius (r0), cutting depth, etc. Low spindle speed and feed rate are conducive to reducing stress concentration in composites, minimizing the collapse, pull-out, and pitting of SiCp. Whisker-reinforced aluminum matrix composites: The reinforcement phase consists of whiskers with a large aspect ratio, exhibiting anisotropy, making the cutting process more complex. Applications of Aluminum Matrix Composites IV. Applications of Aluminum Matrix Composites - Overseas It introduces the overseas applications of aluminum matrix composites and points out that the development of overseas discontinuous aluminum matrix composites is driven by demand and technological innovation, closely integrating the optimization of preparation processes with multi-domain requirements. Aerospace: The development of lightweight, high-strength, and high-modulus aluminum matrix composites has made it possible to manufacture lightweight, flexible, and high-performance aircraft and satellites in the modern aerospace industry. Weaponry: Discontinuous reinforced aluminum matrix composites possess characteristics such as lightweight, high strength, high-temperature resistance, and impact resistance in the weaponry field, significantly enhancing equipment mobility, battlefield survivability, and service life. 3C Electronics: Aluminum matrix composites, particularly SiC-reinforced aluminum matrix composites, are suitable for manufacturing electronic device liners, heat sinks, and other electronic components due to their advantages of low thermal expansion coefficient, low density, and good thermal conductivity. Click to view the special report on AICE 2025 SMM (20th) Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo

On April 17, at the AICE 2025 SMM (20th) Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo - Aluminum Industry Chain Sustainable Development Forum , hosted by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (SMM), SMM Metal Trading Center, and Shandong Aisi Information Technology Co., Ltd., and co-organized by Zhongyifeng Jinyi (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. and Lezhi County Qianrun Investment Promotion Service Co., Ltd., Yue Qingsong, General Manager of the Risk Management Solutions Center and General Manager of the Energy & Low Carbon Division in China at SGS, shared insights on the impacts and opportunities of the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the Due Diligence Act on the aluminum supply chain. How to Identify Carbon Certification Standards Green Development: The Inevitable Trend He elaborated on topics such as the Paris Agreement on climate change, China's 30-60 "dual carbon" goals, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), "the third distribution" and common prosperity, the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity COP15 Kunming Declaration, and more. Enterprises participating in the carbon trading market need to conduct inventories of their own carbon emissions and disclose relevant information. Investors and shareholders are placing increasing importance on sustainability information, necessitating more comprehensive non-financial disclosures from enterprises. Supervision is intensifying, with mandatory requirements on the rise. Certification Requirements Faced by Enterprises Key Standards He also introduced the SGS Greenhouse Gas Verification Certificate - Organization Level, the SGS Product Carbon Footprint Assessment Certificate, relevant standards, and the SGS Carbon Neutrality Service Certificate. The Main Process for a Company to Achieve Carbon Neutrality Step-1: Conduct a carbon inventory, Step-2: Set carbon reduction targets, Step-3: Implement carbon reduction targets, Step-4: Carbon offsetting, Step-5: Achieve carbon neutrality. Differences Between the EU's Carbon Tariff and Existing Standards CBAM Background • In 2019, the European Green Deal was launched, with its primary objective being to transform Europe into the first climate-neutral continent. The European Commission proposed a series of initiatives in climate, energy, transportation, and tax policy, aiming to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, while decoupling economic growth from resource use. • The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), also known as the carbon tariff or carbon border adjustment tax, requires the payment or refund of corresponding taxes or carbon allowances for high-carbon products imported or exported, on the basis of implementing strict domestic climate policies. Differences Between CBAM and Existing Standards Analysis of CBAM's Impact on China (2022 Data) (Note: In 2022, the average carbon price in the EU was 81 euros/mt, and in 2024, it was 65 euros/mt.) It also introduced the EU CBAM operational flowchart and the calculation formula during the EU CBAM transitional period. EU New Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 The EU New Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 came into effect on August 17, 2023. This regulation aims to strengthen the market operation of batteries within the EU (including products, processes, waste batteries, and material recycling), promote a circular economy, and reduce the environmental and social impacts of batteries throughout their entire life cycle. The EU New Battery Regulation imposes mandatory requirements on all types of batteries (except those for military, aerospace, and nuclear energy purposes) placed on the EU market, as well as those installed as key components in equipment imported into Europe. These requirements cover sustainability and safety, labeling, information, due diligence, waste battery management, battery passports, green public procurement, and other aspects. Meanwhile, the regulation specifies the responsibilities and obligations of manufacturers, importers, and distributors of batteries and battery-containing products, and establishes conformity assessment procedures and market surveillance requirements. Manufacturers of battery cells, modules, battery packs, ESS battery systems, power battery systems, and end-use products should pay close attention. EU New Battery Regulation (EU) – Battery Passport Requirements Standardization and Informatization Support Corporate Carbon Neutrality Building a Corporate Carbon Management System Based on Carbon Management System Standards The World's First EATNS Carbon Management System Standard: Carbon Emissions, Carbon Trading, Carbon Assets, Carbon Neutrality, Carbon Credit. The Necessity of a Carbon Management Informatization System Information-Based Carbon Data Management: Facilitates the collection, organization, and analysis of corporate carbon data, improving work efficiency. Real-time data collection and calculation are achieved through IoT technology, preventing data tampering and fraud. It supports the supervision and management of energy conservation and emission reduction, enabling enterprises to link energy conservation with carbon emission reduction, achieving true emission reduction and efficiency enhancement. It also helps enterprises respond to policy changes and fluctuations in the carbon finance market, enabling early prediction and operation to increase the value of corporate carbon assets. It introduced Version 1.0 of the Corporate Carbon Calculation System Solution. Version 2.0 of the Corporate Carbon Calculation System Solution 1. When the management platform is fully established and can track the electricity consumption of each production section, we can directly connect the information from the corporate management platform to the carbon meter. Professionals can preset the carbon meter based on production conditions to obtain real-time carbon emission data. 2. For those with an inadequate system, it is necessary to install smart meters to collect key data for carbon meters and open a manual entry page to record necessary information. 》Click to view the special report on AICE 2025 SMM (20th) Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo

On April 17, at the AICE 2025 SMM (20th) Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo - Aluminum Industry Chain Sustainable Development Forum , hosted by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (SMM), SMM Metal Trading Center, and Shandong Aisi Information Technology Co., Ltd., and co-organized by Zhongyifeng Jinyi (Suzhou) Technology Co., Ltd. and Lezhi County Qianrun Investment Promotion Service Co., Ltd., Luo Weijie, the Marketing Manager of Press Metal International Ltd., shared the CYCAL brand of secondary aluminum from Press Metal International. He introduced that Press Metal Aluminium Holding Bhd has an annual production of 1.08 million mt of hydropower aluminum ingots and a capacity of 230,000 mt for aluminum extrusion. Press Metal International: Partner in aluminum extrusion engineering solutions and alloy material R&D. Sustainable Development - Vision Management Certification System He elaborated from the perspectives of quality certification, operation and management certification, product certification, and industry certification. Industry Sectors: Automotive Parts, Energy Systems, Consumer Electronics. Automotive Parts Body-in-white components: Bumper beam systems/sill beams/sunroof guide rails, etc.; power battery components: Housing assemblies/end plate structural parts. Energy Systems Thermal management of energy facilities, ESS industry, industrial systems, etc. When we aim to reduce carbon emissions from the supply chain... 》Click to view the special report on AICE 2025 SMM (20th) Aluminum Industry Conference & Aluminum Industry Expo