On Tuesday 19th May 2026, the Aluminium Federation (ALFED) and Innoval Technology successfully hosted an Open Day for ALFED members at Innoval’s state-of-the-art facility located on the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Catcliffe, Rotherham, bringing together industry professionals for a day of insight, collaboration and innovation.
The event provided ALFED members with a unique opportunity to explore Innoval’s advanced capabilities and gain valuable industry knowledge through expert-led presentations and live demonstrations.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
The day commenced with a welcome and introduction from Innoval Technology’s Managing Director, Mike Clinch, who shared an overview of the company’s history, growth and technical expertise. This was followed by an address from ALFED CEO Nadine Bloxsome, who highlighted the importance of continued collaboration and the strength of the partnership between ALFED and Innoval Technology.
Technical Insights and Knowledge Sharing
Throughout the event, attendees engaged with Innoval’s specialist teams, gaining first-hand insights into key areas shaping the future of the aluminium sector, including:
- Materials Characterisation and Testing
- Sustainability initiatives and developments
- Advanced Manufacturing Processes
- Knowledge Transfer and technical expertise
Live demonstrations enabled members to witness Innoval’s cutting-edge technologies in action, reinforcing the organisation’s position as a leader in metallurgical and process innovation.
Speaking about the event, Nadine Bloxsome, CEO of ALFED, said:
“Events like this Open Day at Innoval Technology are invaluable in bringing our industry together to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships and explore the innovations driving our sector forward. The expertise and insights showcased by the Innoval team were exceptional, and it highlighted the real value of collaboration across the aluminium supply chain.”
Mike Clinch, Managing Director of Innoval Technology, added: “We were delighted to welcome ALFED members to Innoval for our recent Open Day. It was a valuable opportunity to showcase our commitment to collaboration and sustainability-driven innovation, alongside our new laboratory facilities. Aluminium has a strong track record of enabling innovation across major industry sectors, and by working in partnership we can unlock the significant opportunities ahead. We encourage ALFED members to continue the conversation and explore further collaboration on shared technology, innovation and sustainability challenges.”
A 5-Star Occasion
Feedback from attendees reflected the success of the day, with guests rating the Open Day as a five-star event when asked to assess the overall content, structure and organisation. One attendee commented: “It was really good, nice-sized audience, so a good chance to meet up with old and new contacts,” highlighting the value of both the technical programme and the networking opportunities provided throughout the event.
Looking Ahead
The Innoval Open Day forms part of the ALFED’s ongoing commitment to supporting our members through knowledge-sharing, networking opportunities, and access to industry-leading expertise. By hosting events at fantastic facilities such as Innoval Technology, ALFED continues to champion innovation and best practice across the aluminium industry.
For more information about Innoval, please visit: www.innovaltec.com
For more information about ALFED, or to become a member, please visit: www.alfed.org.uk
