White papers
With our white papers we aim to share our knowledge on design in aluminium and its material properties. From inspirational case studies to step-by-step guides, our white papers are packed with aluminium insights.
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Trust, transparency and transition
Taking on the challenges in the primary aluminium value chain
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S-Grade alloys for specialist automotive applications
Car designers and manufacturers are under ever increasing demands to make safer, lighter and more recyclable vehicles.
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Contributing to a just and green transition - our approach
This white paper explores Hydro’s holistic sustainability approach, and role in supporting a just and green transition.
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Aluminium Solutions for Trucks & Large Commercial Vehicles
The truck industry is facing challenges when designing components: weight reduction, safety and total cost.
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Automotive Material Selection for a Net Zero Future
Can the automotive industry achieve a carbon-neutral future?
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Aluminium profiles for solar mounting systems
Tailored, efficient and sustainable
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How to increase the use of recycled materials
Outlook and lessons learned about circular economy from the aluminium industry.
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Adhesive bonding of aluminium
Possibilities and limitations in adhesive bonding of aluminium
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Carbon footprint of recycled aluminium
Hydro’s position on how to calculate carbon footprint of recycled aluminium
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Materials supporting the circular economy
Understanding materials from a life cycle approach
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E-mobility white paper
Materials selection for a more sustainable automotive future
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Friction stir welding
Practical applications of friction stir welding (FSW)
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Circular Economy: Design
Circular economy starts on the drawing board
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Fire safety aluminium structures
How structures in aluminium can be designed and effectively protected against fire
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Pole Products Passive safety
Aluminium as a material for light poles and support structures
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The benefits of using aluminium for beverage cans
Aluminium cans are the planet’s most recycled container and can be considered a renewable resource in themselves.
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