Taking the gas pipe

Article Abstract:

Manufacturers of secondary aluminum are reeling from the rising costs of natural gas. Energy costs that amounted to $150,000 per month have gone up to as much as $500,000. High natural gas prices has forced Wabash Alloys and other aluminum operators to shut down their smelters. To add to their misery, near-term forecasts by the auto industry, one of the biggest users of secondary aluminum, have not been very encouraging. Manufacturers of durable goods also expect slower sales during the first half of 2001.

Secondary Smelting and Alloying of Aluminum, Secondary Aluminum

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European vehicle directive unsatisfactory

Article Abstract:

Brussel, Belgium's Bureau of International Recycling has reservations against the proposed European End-of-Life Vehicle. Officials of the agency believe that there are certain provisions in the proposed directive that will heavily burden the automobile industry, yet will not provide a clear environmental improvement. In addition, the European vehicle directive will threaten the viability of the European scrap industry.

Motor Vehicles, Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Fiber consumption gallops onward

Article Abstract:

Recovered fiber consumption was generally strong throughout 1999 with demand ranging between 2,790,000 tons and 3,271,000 tons. Demand is expected to remain robust in 2000 fueled by large orders from corrugated companies operating in China. Meanwhile, there are indications showing that manufacturers will not be able to provide enough supply to cope with incresing demand for fiber.

Textile Mill Products, Textile Mills

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