IML and Chongqing Yujang Die-Casting Partner for Semi-Solid Magnesium Alloy Advancements

[SMM Magnesium Express]Recently, it was reported that Shanxi Kelite Precision Casting Technology Co., Ltd. plans to officially commence production of its light alloy integrated die-casting project in mid-July. With a total investment of 100 million yuan, the project can produce 8 million lightweight robotic precision structural components annually, primarily serving sectors such as meal-delivery robots, household service robots, and new energy vehicles. Leveraging Shanxi's magnesium ore resource advantages, the company has successfully transformed from a traditional pipe-casting enterprise into a high-end precision manufacturing entity. It has introduced cold high-pressure die-casting core technologies and established a provincial-level doctoral entrepreneurship station in collaboration with North University of China. With the project's launch, the large-scale application of magnesium alloy in intelligent robotics and new energy vehicles is expected to deepen further, accelerating the transition of traditional casting enterprises toward high-end magnesium alloy manufacturing.

[Producers Slightly Hold Prices Firm, Weak Demand Drags Magnesium Prices to Consolidate] Today, the quotation for 99.90% magnesium ingot in the main producing area was 15,700-15,800 yuan/mt, down 50 yuan/mt from the previous working day.

[SMM Magnesium Express]Recently, Borlex Intelligent held an opening ceremony for its exhibition center and a magnesium alloy forming technology tasting session in Taizhou, Zhejiang, with a focus on semi-solid injection molding technology. This process involves heating magnesium alloy particles to a semi-solid state before directly injecting and molding them, eliminating oxidation and porosity defects at the source and significantly improving product yield to over 95%. The company has previously launched the world-leading 4,000-ton ultra-large magnesium alloy semi-solid injection molding equipment and led the development of relevant industry standards. As semi-solid molding technology continues to gain traction, the application penetration of magnesium alloy in automotive lightweighting, aerospace, and 3C electronics sectors is expected to further increase.