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Aluminum Association seeks certainty on tariffs
Industry trade group’s CEO reiterates view that American industry is better served by access to Canadian aluminum.
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Commentary: The right deal for America and US aluminum
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Steel groups back tariffs; Aluminum Association urges exemptions
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Gannon & Scott has transformed from a small jewelry refining company into an industry leader, serving various sectors from plating and surface finishing to nanotechnology.
A waiting game
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The tone setters
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