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Your Trusted Partner for Aluminum Production and Sustainability Solutions
Alcoa Fastening Systems has been a global leader in aluminum production for over 135 years, pioneering innovations that have shaped modern industries. Our commitment to operational excellence spans the entire aluminum value chain, from sustainable bauxite mining to cutting-edge smelting technologies. We leverage renewable energy sources across 75% of our smelting operations, reducing carbon footprints while maintaining product quality. Our ELYSIS carbon-free smelting technology represents a revolutionary breakthrough in sustainable manufacturing. With a workforce operating in 10 countries, we combine technical expertise with environmental stewardship to deliver aluminum solutions for aerospace, automotive, and packaging industries.Our Sustana brand offers the world's first comprehensive portfolio of low-carbon aluminum products certified by the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative. Through continuous process improvements and responsible sourcing programs, we maintain industry leadership in environmental, social, and governance practices while driving innovation in metal casting and refining technologies.
Services
Aluminum Smelting
Alumina Refining
Bauxite Mining
Sustana Products
ELYSIS Technology
Highlights and features
- We pioneered the aluminum industry over 135 years ago with continuous innovation
- Our ELYSIS technology eliminates greenhouse gases in aluminum production
- 75% of our smelting portfolio operates on renewable energy sources
- We maintain 18 ASI-certified operating locations globally
- Our responsible sourcing program includes 15 supplier site collaborations
Associations and certifications
- Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
- Aluminum Stewardship Initiative
Services
Aluminum Smelting
Alcoa Fastening Systems's aluminum smelting operations utilize advanced technologies to transform alumina into high-quality aluminum. With 75% of our smelting portfolio powered by renewable energy, we offer sustainable production solutions for industrial applications. Our facilities in Pittsburgh, Canada, and Iceland maintain strict environmental controls while delivering metal suitable for aerospace, automotive, and packaging industries.
Alumina Refining
We operate the world's largest third-party alumina refining system with 17 million metric tons annual capacity. Our refineries in Australia, Brazil, and Spain produce smelter-grade and non-metallurgical alumina with industry-leading low carbon intensity. These facilities supply both internal operations and external customers requiring high-purity aluminum oxide for various industrial applications.
Bauxite Mining
As one of the world's largest bauxite producers, we operate four mines in Australia and hold equity interests in global deposits. Our responsible mining practices include pre-mining rehabilitation planning and environmental stewardship programs. We supply high-quality bauxite to our own refineries and external customers while maintaining biodiversity protection measures.
Sustana Products
Sustana represents our comprehensive portfolio of low-carbon aluminum and alumina products. Certified by the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative, these materials offer reduced environmental impact while maintaining technical specifications for critical applications. Sustana products help customers achieve sustainability goals without compromising material performance in manufacturing processes.
ELYSIS Technology
ELYSIS technology revolutionizes aluminum production by eliminating greenhouse gas emissions. This joint venture innovation replaces traditional smelting processes with a system that produces pure oxygen as the byproduct. Currently scaling up commercial operations, this breakthrough technology represents a major advancement in sustainable metal production for the 21st century.
Questions
What sustainability initiatives does Alcoa Fastening Systems implement?
We use 75% renewable energy in smelting, developed ELYSIS carbon-free technology, and maintain 18 ASI-certified locations. Our mine rehabilitation ratio is 2.03:1.
What products does Alcoa Fastening Systems manufacture?
We produce aluminum through smelting, refine alumina, mine bauxite, and offer Sustana low-carbon products and patented alloys.
Where are Alcoa Fastening Systems's operations located?
We operate in 10 countries with locations in Pittsburgh, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Spain, Iceland, and Norway.
What innovative technologies has Alcoa Fastening Systems developed?
Our ELYSIS technology produces aluminum with pure oxygen emissions, eliminating greenhouse gases in the smelting process.
How does Alcoa Fastening Systems ensure responsible sourcing?
We maintain a responsible sourcing program with 15 supplier site collaborations and adhere to strict environmental standards.
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