Aluminium

Current megatrends, particularly  decarbonization and digitalization, are prompting a reevaluation and transformation of fundamental processes in the metalworking industry. A critical focus has been placed on the die-casting melting process in the aluminum sector, where high CO2 emissions, considerable energy consumption, and substantial material losses are recorded.

Innovative solutions are in demand—ABP Induction sees a major opportunity particularly in switching from traditional natural gas furnaces to induction melting furnaces. Utilizing induction technology in conjunction with renewable energy sources enables nearly emission-free production. Compared to gas furnaces, induction technology offers numerous advantages: a significant reduction in CO2 emissions by up to 94%, markedly higher energy efficiency, and substantially lower material losses.

For instance, the energy balance of induction melting furnaces is considerably more favorable at 440 kWh/t compared to 720 kWh/t for gas furnaces. Through heat recovery, the savings effect can be further increased by up to 30 percent. Moreover, operating costs when using induction technology, especially considering the prices for CO2 certificates and energy, are more economical in the short to medium term.

Thus, induction melting technology is not only more environmentally friendly but also more cost-efficient. Savings from lower operating costs and an independent power supply secured by renewable energy sources position ABP’s continuously improved and perfected induction technology as a superior alternative in modern die-casting. This underscores how transitioning to innovative technologies can offer both ecological and economic benefits, making it a critical consideration for the future of the manufacturing industry.