Who are Alcoa? Since 1988 - 2014, Alcoa has developed into the world’s leading producer of, predominantly aluminium and fabricated aluminium, in addition to being the world’s leading miner of bauxite and refiner of alumina. Alcoa has an estimated sixty one thousand (61,000) employees in 6 continents and 30 countries worldwide, who continue to improve the aluminium industry. Alcoa was founded on October 1st 1888, and have since cultivated the aluminium industry. Some key events in Alcoa’s history are: 1888, October 1st – Alcoa was founded. 1889 – The first aluminium tea kettle is developed by Alcoa. 1891 – New Kensington Works is established by Alcoa. 1901 – Alcoa starts making cars more lightweight by using aluminium. …show more content…
1916 – Innovation with new aerospace alloys (2017-T4) is introduced by Alcoa 1917 – The United States military become faster, stronger and lighter by the utilisation of Alcoa’s aluminium. 1922 – The first aluminium furniture is manufactured by Alcoa. 1925 – Alcoa helps buses to become both lighter and more environmentally friendly. 1928 – Energy efficient, lightweight aluminium windows are created by Alcoa. 1934 – The efficiency of public work projects is increased by Alcoa. 1937, August 5th – Alcoa helps make lightweight high performance ships. 1941 -1943 – The upgrade of facilities during WW2, allows Alcoa to deliver the world’s largest forgings. 1944 – The world’s strongest and most reliable fastening system is created by Alcoa. 1948 – Helps truckers with productivity by forging aluminium wheels. 1951 – Alcoa sponsors “See It Now” a television CBS news program by Edward R. Murrow. 1952 – The Alcoa foundation strengthens the environment, STEM education and communities. 1952 – Alcoa creates more flexible designs for buildings and makes them environmentally greener. 1955 – Alcoa develops the first aluminium wheel for the “modern” passenger car. 1961 – Alcoa is established in …show more content…
1976 – Alcoa releases an AD campaign called “Alcoa Can’t Wait”. 1979, October 9th – Alcoa supports the increase of recycling for the enhancement of sustainability. 1981 – Alcoa starts airing “Fantastic Finishes” during the final two minutes of NFL games. 1985 – Alcoa helps protect the troops by helping with the development of the Humvee. 1988 – NASA milestones are reached because of Alcoa’s innovation. 1994 – Alcoa’s technology works with Audi to create new manufacturing methods in order to create an aluminium space frame which is ultra-lightweight. 1997 – Sustainability is taught by Alcoa alongside the Keystone Centre sponsorships. 2001 – Alcoa is recognised for their sustainability by the Dow Jones sustainability index. 2002 – Alcoa introduces Dura-Bright technology for their aluminium wheels, which removes the need for the polishing of the wheels and also makes them resistant to corrosion. 2002 – Alcoa introduced their first yearly Earthwatch which is an environmental expedition for their employees. 2004 – The first aluminium beer bottle is created by Alcoa. 2005 – The F-35 JSF (Join Strike Fighter) takes flight with Alcoa’s aero