WMT&R Hosts ALFED and Innoval Technology Members for Facility Tour

Banbury, Oxon UK, 25th May 2016 – Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Ltd. (WMT&R) would like to thank the attendees who visited the facility on Wednesday, 25th May. The 43 visitors included members of the Aluminium Federation (ALFED), Innoval Technology Ltd, and other industry experts and customers.

Visitors and members of the groups and businesses have expertise and interest in Aluminium-related functions including manufacturing, suppliers, machining components, structural engineers, architects, designers, and consultants. The tour of the WMT&R facility was partnered with ALFED, Innoval special guest Professor Geoff Scamans, and WMT&R staff.

Event Highlights

The day's festivities began with introductions and coffee, followed by a series of engaging activities:

• Presentations and Q&A sessions featuring:
  • Innoval Technology Ltd and Professor Geoff Scamans
  • WMT&R specialists Vinay Vaghela & Dr. Jonathan Chard
• Comprehensive tour of WMT&R's test lab facilities
• Live testing demonstrations
• Networking opportunities and one-on-one discussions
• Buffet lunch and refreshments

WMT&R's Managing Director, Alan Cooper, stated: "We are pleased to invite ALFED members, Innoval Technology Ltd, and our customers to see our facility. This unification represents our commitment to being a world leader in materials testing, and maintaining close relationships with our customers and industry experts in order to provide them with the highest possible quality service."

About the Organizations

About ALFED

The Aluminium Federation is the trade association representing the UK Aluminium industry's interests. Working closely with European Aluminium and the International Aluminium Institute, ALFED serves as the primary point of contact between the Aluminium industry and its stakeholders. Based in the UK's manufacturing heartland, they work to expand the market for Aluminium products and promote their members' interests.

About Innoval Technology

Innoval Technology, part of Danieli Group, provides world-class independent expertise to the global aluminium industry. They deliver high-quality consultancy and technical support to investors, manufacturers, and end-users of aluminium across various industry sectors. Their expertise includes Process Improvement, Materials Development, Product and Process Training, Strategic Support, and Best Practice.