Constellium N.V. Develops New Generation of Aluminum Alloy to Meet Growing Demand for Lighter Cars 

Published: Aug 11, 2017 10:51
Constellium N.V. has succeeded in developing a new generation of high strength 6000-series aluminum alloy –Constellium HSA6, which is aimed to meet car makers’ growing demand for lighter cars.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 11 (SMM) – Constellium N.V. has succeeded in developing a new generation of high strength 6000-series aluminum alloy –Constellium HSA6, which is aimed to meet car makers’ growing demand for lighter cars. 

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