Lifecycle of
Aluminium
Bauxite extraction
Alumina refining
Alumina hydrates
Smelting
Casting
Rolling/
extrusion
Downstream
End of product life
Scrap processing
and recycling
How we make aluminium: From mines to market
Before our aluminium products enter the market, they go through a rigorous process that involves mining, refining, smelting and rolling.
The process of aluminium production begins with mining bauxite. Hindalco currently owns 27 bauxite mines spread across the states of Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra.
Once bauxite is mined, it is processed into alumina (also called aluminium oxide) using the Bayer process. We have alumina refineries located in Utkal, Renukoot, Muri and Belagavi.
Aluminium is extracted from alumina through the process of smelting. Hindalco’s aluminium smelters are located at Renukoot, Aditya Aluminium, Mahan Aluminium and Hirakud, producing 1.3 million MT of primary aluminium a year.
We dominate the aluminium downstream market with a production capacity of over 0.35 million MT. Our rolling facilities are located at Hirakud, Belur, Mouda, Renukoot and Taloja. Our extrusion plants are at Renukoot, Alupuram, Silvassa and Kuppam while our foil and packaging facilities are at Mouda and Silvassa.
Industries we serve
Our downstream aluminium offerings are used in several industries by leading brands all over the world.
Building and construction
Hindalco aluminium’s foray into the building and construction industry indirectly owes its origins to an iconic building that set the stage for this wonder metal’s further application in this area.
Commercial transport
The evolving transportation industry requires lightweight cargo vehicles, high load carrying capacity and better wear and tear resistance and decreased fuel consumption.
Consumer durables
It is hard to think of a world without aluminium. From smartphones and laptops to kitchen utensils and furniture, aluminium is an integral part of our lives.
Electrical and power
More than 80% of copper goes for the electrical applications.
Home solutions
Aluminium’s lightweight composition and corrosion-resistant feature make it an eco-friendly, sustainable component to reduce carbon emissions and increase fuel efficiency without compromising safety.
Packaging
With unique barrier properties, aluminium maintains the freshness of products and protects them from moisture, light and air better than any other material.
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