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As the world increasingly acknowledges the reality of climate change and the crucial role of sustainable practices, understanding the carbon footprint of materials, such as aluminium, becomes vital. However, when it comes to aluminium recycling, not all processes are created equal - a fact that can result in confusion and misinterpretation.

In a dynamic era of environmental awareness and innovation, TECHNAL, a prominent member of the Norwegian aluminum group Norsk Hydro, is at the forefront of transforming the construction industry. With an unwavering commitment to sustainability, TECHNAL has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by significantly reducing the carbon footprint of its aluminum building systems. Their Hydro CIRCAL 75R, a premium-quality recycled aluminum, now boasts an astonishingly low carbon footprint of just 1.9 kg of CO2e per kg of aluminum, marking a remarkable 88% reduction compared to the global average. This remarkable achievement underscores TECHNAL's dedication to pushing the boundaries of eco-friendly construction materials and pioneering a sustainable revolution in the field.

TECHNAL is proud to announce the establishment of its new regional headquarters in Riyadh! This strategic move reinforces our commitment to serving the evolving needs of the market and positions us as a key player in the Middle East.

“It is a unique platform, with 50-mm and 60-mm-wide aluminium profiles, that allows for designing modular curtainwalls with large-sized glazing units, in line with the latest trends that seek maximum transparency along with the minimum view of profiles."

In his interview with May Ben Khadra on CEO talks, our VP discussed TECHNAL's commitment in the MENA region to sustainability and circular economy, highlighting the importance of responsible business practices and the role of the building industry in driving positive change. He also provided valuable insights into the company's presence in the region and our plans for expansion in KSA, Egypt and across the region.

Accelerating their commitment to sustainable development, TECHNAL part of Hydro, has become the first aluminium building system companies to manufacture door, window and curtain walling profiles from 100% recycled aluminium - Hydro CIRCAL 100R. The new recycled material is produced from 100% post-consumer aluminium. This means it is possible to specify profiles with a near-zero carbon footprint (0.5kg of CO2e/kg of aluminium on average) - the lowest in the world.

“Our mission remains unchanged; we are fully committed helping our customers to realise new opportunities in the building and construction market. By strengthening our local presence and expanding our technical expertise, we believe we are even better equipped to serve the business needs going forward, delivering high quality and performing products,” says Senior Vice President Henri Gomez, who heads Hydro Building Systems.

TECHNAL unveils its CONCEALED HARDWARE offering which highlights the finesse and elegance!

TECHNAL launches the First Post-Consumer Certified Recycled Aluminium Window!