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ALLITE® Inc. Partners with Xi’an Jiaotong University to Break New Ground in Magnesium Alloy Material Science

MIAMISBURG, Ohio—ALLITE® Inc. and Xi’an Jiaotong University will collaborate to pave the way for meaningful discoveries in magnesium alloy research. To continue to develop its core offering and capabilities, ALLITE® Inc. will support a 5-year, multi-million-dollar partnership with top material science professors at Xi’an Jiaotong University, with focus on further advancing the proprietary ALLITE® Super Magnesium™ alloys.

Officially established in 2018, ALLITE® Inc. is fully dedicated to the creation of new materials, beginning with the classified development of highly advanced aerospace and defense magnesium alloy products in 2006. The unique properties of ALLITE® Super Magnesium™ make it a premium choice for a wide variety of industries and applications. Today, ALLITE’s passionate team of engineers, chemists and metallurgists work with distinguished material science organizations like Xi’an Jiaotong University to provide the latest innovations and capabilities to organizations around the world—including clients in consumer electronics, lightweight electric vehicles, outdoor sports and more.

The Xi’an Jiaotong University team working with ALLITE® will focus on the following key development areas: ultra-high strength magnesium alloys, machine learning assisted design of high-performance magnesium alloys, high dampening magnesium alloys, and the design and production of high-performance magnesium alloys. They will also work with ALLITE® Inc. to research the mechanical behavior of magnesium alloys across diverse applications, such as drone technology. The Xi’an Jiaotong University team is comprised of experts with extensive experience—with backgrounds at the esteemed National Institute for Material Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and companies like Exxon Mobil and General Electric.

“ALLITE® Inc. is very pleased to announce this partnership with the professors at Xi’an Jiaotong University. The wealth of knowledge that our combined teams have coupled with the incredible facilities at Xi’an Jiaotong University will bring new light and numerous benefits to the work done here at ALLITE®. We look forward to what our shared efforts will bring to industries and organizations around the globe,” says Bruno Maier, President at ALLITE® Inc.

“We are very glad to establish this relationship with ALLITE®. This collaboration leverages the strength of both parties to develop advanced magnesium alloys and processing techniques. We are confident that our partnership will have a fruitful result,” says Professor Ding Xiangdong, Dean of the Material Science Institute leading the team at Xi’an Jiaotong University.

ALLITE® Inc. will exhibit at the upcoming CES 2020 in Las Vegas Nevada, January 7-10. They will showcase the latest in Super Magnesium™ technology, located at booth #44773.

To learn more about ALLITE® Inc., visit www.alliteinc.com

ABOUT ALLITE® INC.
Founded in 2018, ALLITE® Inc. is a full-service material sciences organization that develops and manufactures high-performance metal alloys for industries around the globe. They supply proprietary material science consulting, offer raw magnesium ingot, produce semi-fabricated product, including extrusion and sheet/plate, and provide custom engineering, manufacturing, and fabrication on a global scale.

ALLITE® Inc. created and produces Super Magnesium™, a premium alloy that is the lightest of all structural materials and is diversely appealing across vast industries where weight, performance and efficiency are critical. Considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, magnesium is 100% recyclable, dissolves naturally leaving no trace, and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

Aristo-Cast Partners with ALLITE® Inc. to Deliver Ultralight, Innovative Investment Casting Capabilities

MIAMISBURG, Ohio—ALLITE® Inc. and Aristo-Cast are pleased to announce that they are partnering together to deliver innovative investment casting services using the all-new Super Magnesium™ for ultralight weight applications.

Aristo-Cast is a recognized global leader in complex lightweight material casting and is the world’s premier magnesium alloy investment casting vendor—a rare capability only offered by an exclusive few. Using a wide selection of additive printing equipment enables Aristo-Cast to produce a part weighing as little as a few grams and up to 20 pounds. Aristo-Cast has the ability to execute the most difficult magnesium investment casting designs seamlessly. The foundry has received accolades from several prestigious organizations including the American Foundry Society, Investment Casting Institute and International Magnesium Association.

Aristo-Cast’s proprietary magnesium investment casting process enables the luxury of flexible yet cost-effective manufacturing capabilities, without expensive Die Cast Tooling, while reducing production time dramatically. Aristo-Cast has the technology and expertise to support a large variety of projects across diverse industries, specializing in automotive and aerospace applications.

ALLITE®, a full-service material sciences organization that develops and manufactures high-performance metal alloys for industries around the globe, offers the all-new Super Magnesium™, now available to Aristo-Cast customers. This premier alloy can be used in a variety of applications, from sophisticated smartphone case architecture to leading-edge lightweight electric vehicle (LEV) components. Weighing 30% less than aluminum by volume and being both stiffer and stronger pound for pound, Super Magnesium™ has incredible potential in applications where weight, performance and efficiency are critical, particularly those where components need to be strong, ductile and have specific thermal or electrical properties while still being easy to fabricate.

“This partnership represents a revolutionary step forward in the field of material science and we are excited to work with a renowned business like Aristo-Cast to bring unique Super Magnesium™ investment casting capabilities to diverse industries around the world,” said Steve Marshall, ALLITE® Sales Manager.

“Several years ago, it was believed that you couldn’t Investment Cast magnesium. That sparked an idea at Aristo-Cast to prove that statement wrong, and we successfully have. At Aristo-Cast, there is no project outside of our capabilities. We feel that our partnership with ALLITE, utilizing their Super Magnesium™ alloy, is a step in the right direction to further revolutionize our ability to deliver stronger, lightweight casting applications,” said Jack Ziemba, Chief Executive Officer at Aristo-Cast.

To learn more about Aristo-Cast and ALLITE® Inc., visit their websites at:

http://www.aristo-cast.com/
https://alliteinc.com/

ABOUT ARISTO-CAST
For strong, light, reliable and cost-effective investment casting abilities, look no further than Aristo-Cast. Aristo-Cast has the ability to furnish close-tolerance, high-quality investment castings made from magnesium.

Our state-of-the-art foundry, located in Almont, Michigan, is staffed to produce low volume rapid prototypes and high-volume production quantities. Our foundry can produce both ferrous and non-ferrous castings, with rapid prototypes that can duplicate die casting without the high cost of die cast tooling and trim dies.

Utilizing our in-house mold shop to build a wax injection mold quickly enables thousands of magnesium castings to be provided while the die cast tooling is being constructed to cater to specific prototype quantities as needed.

When you choose to partner with the Aristo-Cast as your investment casting source, whether for your production or prototype needs, you can rest assured you will never regret the decision. We blend the latest technology along with old world craftsmanship to deliver 100% satisfaction with every project.

SPACEX HYPERLOOP POD COMPETITION – EPFLOOP 3RD PLACE

EPFLOOP PLACES FIRST IN SPACEX HYPERLOOP POD COMPETITION USING ULTRA-LIGHT ALLITE® SUPER MAGNESIUM^TM COMPONENTS

MIAMISBURG, Ohio (July X, 2019) — ALLITE® Inc., a global all-service provider of the exclusive Super MAGNESIUM^TM, is proud to share that its partner EPFLoop finished third in the 2019 SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition, held Sunday, July 21, 2019, in Hawthorne, Calif. This is the second year the EPFLoop team has participated in the annual competition following their impressive 3rd place win in 2018. ALLITE began its partnership with EPFLoop in early 2019 after following the team’s achievements last year, becoming a major sponsor of the team and providing Super MAGNESIUM^TMfor new pod designs.

The second-generation EPFLoop pod is named “Bella Lui” and designed by the student-led EPFL team. The new design includes stability plates made from the ALLITE Super Magnesium™, chosen as part of the pod’s ultra-light design. In addition, ALLITE’s lightweight alloy material was provided for the braking components of the pod to help further reduce weight and improve necessary braking functions. In fact, the reduced weight of the pod was one of the biggest improvements the EPFLoop team was able to make in the 2019 competition, shedding approximately 130kg from the 2018 design.

Without airflow in the testing tube, there is no dissipation of heat when the pod slows down—leading to extreme high temperatures. The ALLITE-supplied brake calipers would help reduce heat buildup to ensure the hyperloop pod does not become damaged.

“We’re so proud of the EPFLoop team for their third-place finish in the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod competition,” said Morten Kristiansen, Vice President, Products and Marketing of ALLITE Inc. “Our team continues to be impressed and inspired by the EPFLoop students and are excited to support them as they continue to explore the future of transportation.”

Each year, the top 20 teams worldwide are invited to the California testing facility for the week-long competition, during which participants get to test their hyperloop pod designs on a mile-long track at speeds of approximately 500 km per hour. The top three teams coming out of the week get to run their pods on the track under vacuum at the final event.

ALLITE Super Magnesium™ is the first material to go-to-market from Ohio-based company ALLITE® Inc. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, ALLITE Super Magnesium™ is the premier choice for industries, spanning sporting goods, aerospace, automotive and beyond.

More information and sales contact information can be found at www.alliteinc.com. More information about the EPFLoop team and The Bella Lui hyperloop pod, can be found on their website.

Allite Sponsors EPFLoop Team For SpaceX HyperLoop Pod Competition

ALLITE® Inc. is proud to announce our partnership, as a major-level sponsor, with the EPFLoop team as they prepare to compete in the 2019 SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition on July 21, 2019. The student-led team recently revealed their prototype hyperloop pod, “Bella Lui,” at an unveiling event in Switzerland, showcasing bold new engineering choices that bring forth an innovative and ultralight design.

ALLITE began its partnership with EPFLoop in early 2019 and has been following the team’s advancements since their 3^rd place win at the 2018 Hyperloop Pod Competition.

With this partnership, ALLITE is honored to contribute our own lightweight Super Magnesium™, which is being implemented in EPFLoop stability and brake designs.

“It has been inspiring for our team to see the EPFLoop students use the information they’re learning every day to develop this prototype and help shape the future of transportation,” said Morten Kristiansen, Vice President, Products and Marketing of ALLITE Inc. “We look forward to seeing where the future takes these students and are proud to support the success they’ve already accomplished in this recent pod reveal.”

To learn more about the EPFLoop team and The Bella Lui hyperloop pod, visit their website.

INTERNATIONAL MAGNESIUM ASSOCIATION AWARD

MIAMISBURG, Ohio, May 20, 2019 – ALLITE® Inc., the material science company behind the premium line of branded alloys, ALLITE Super Magnesium™, was awarded the Award of Excellence under the Process category by the International Magnesium Association (IMA). The award recognizes companies that demonstrate outstanding examples of magnesium’s use, judged on the merit of innovation, technology, impact, synergies, competitive material displacement and economics. The award was presented to ALLITE during the annual IMA World Magnesium Conference on May 17, 2019 in Budapest, Hungary.

Aiming to improve mechanical properties, plasticity and deformation processing of conventional magnesium alloys, ALLITE has developed two unique rare earth magnesium alloys with high strength, high plasticity and good corrosion resistance. The relationship between the proprietary composition, cooling and extrusion processing technology, and microstructure and mechanical properties of these two alloys – AE81 and ZE62 – made them ideal candidates for the 2019 IMA Award of Excellence.

“All of us at ALLITE are honored to receive the Award of Excellence from the International Magnesium Association and proud to be recognized for our work and commitment to innovation,” said Morten Kristiansen, Vice President, Products and Marketing of ALLITE Inc. “Thermomechanical processing, specifically forging of magnesium alloys, has traditionally been challenging due to the poor ductility of conventional magnesium alloys, but we think it holds great potential to create high strength and exceptionally lightweight articles, particularly when the material grain size is kept small during deformation.”

ALLITE Super Magnesium is the first material to go-to-market from Ohio-based company ALLITE Inc. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, ALLITE Super Magnesium is the premier choice for industries, spanning sporting goods, aerospace, automotive and beyond.

For more information and sales contact details.

About ALLITE Inc.
Founded in 2018, ALLITE Inc. is a full-service material sciences organization that develops and manufactures high-performance metal alloys for industries around the globe. They supply proprietary material science consulting, offer raw magnesium ingot, produce semi-fabricated product, including extrusion and sheet/plate, and provide custom engineering, manufacturing, and fabrication on a global scale.

ALLITE Inc. created and produces ALLITE Super Magnesium, a premium alloy that is the lightest of all structural materials and is diversely appealing across vast industries where weight, performance and efficiency are critical. Considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, magnesium is 100% recyclable, dissolves naturally leaving no trace, and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Molly Crabill, Citizen Relations
molly.crabill@citizenrelations.com

Joey Burke, ALLITE, Inc.
jburke@alliteinc.com

ALLITE + WEIS ASM CONCEPT BIKE COLLABORATION PROJECT

Miamisburg, OH, March 15, 2019 – ALLITE^® Inc. Partners with Weis to Unveil Exclusive ALLITE Super Magnesium™ Concept Bike at North American Handmade Bicycle Show

ALLITE^® Inc. partnered with Weis Manufacturing to co-develop the ALLITE Super Magnesium™ concept bike that will be unveiled at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show (NAHBS) in Sacramento, Calif. on March 15-17, 2019. The exclusive project collaboration merges ALLITE’s revolutionary new alloys with the unique design and notable geometry of Weis’ bikes.

ALLITE^® Inc., the material science company behind the premium line of branded alloys, ALLITE Super Magnesium™, has partnered with bicycle manufacturer Weis, to co-develop the first track frame made entirely from the premium metal. The one-of-a-kind build will be showcased at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show (NAHBS) in Sacramento, Calif. on March 15-17, 2019.

An exclusive collaboration, the project merges ALLITE’s revolutionary new alloys with the unique design and notable geometry of Weis’ bikes. Most recognized for its “Hammer” line, which includes a track or road option, the Brooklyn-based bike manufacturer will use ALLITE Super Magnesium™ tubes to create a lighter version of its popular Weis Hammer Track bike.

“After connecting with several independent bicycle manufacturers following the launch of ALLITE Super Magnesium™ in 2018, it became clear that Weis was the ideal partner for this collaboration,” said Morten Kristiansen, Vice President, Products and Marketing of ALLITE^® Inc. “Weis’ minimalistic brand aesthetics blend well with ours, and the Hammer Track’s frame design, and purpose, is perfectly suited for an experimental frame using our premium alloy.”

Weighing 30 percent less than aluminum, while also being stiffer and stronger, pound for pound, ALLITE Super Magnesium™ is the lightest of all structural metals. The revolutionary new alloy, which has been utilized in classified defense and aerospace applications, can also be leveraged in a variety of applications, products and components within the cycling industry and beyond. In certain applications, it is just as strong and effective as carbon fiber at a much more affordable cost.

Furthering its appeal for an increasingly environmentally aware consumer base, magnesium is the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, as it is 100 percent recyclable and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

Weis bikes are designed, mitered, aligned and welded in-house at their Brooklyn, NY facility. To guarantee quality, durability and performance, careful attention to every step of the building process is given – from custom-made tubing profiles to the slightest changes in geometry, the goal for each frame model produced, is an optimized riding performance. The Weis Hammer was designed to go fast and ride hard, which makes it perfect for riding on the streets or opening it up on the track.

“Once our team at Weis learned about ALLITE Super Magnesium™, we became fascinated with the idea of creating our own unique frame using the new material,” said Cole Bennett, owner of Weis Manufacturing. “We’re continuously innovating and looking for ways to optimize riding performance, and working with this new premium alloy is a testament to that.”

ALLITE Super Magnesium™ is the first material to go-to-market from Ohio-based company ALLITE^® Inc. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, ALLITE Super Magnesium™ is the premier choice for industries, spanning sporting goods, aerospace, automotive and beyond.

About ALLITE^®, Inc.
Founded in 2018, ALLITE^®, Inc. is a full-service material sciences organization that develops and manufactures high-performance metal alloys for industries around the globe. They supply proprietary material science consulting, offer raw magnesium ingot, produce semi-fabricated product, including extrusion and sheet/plate, and provide custom engineering, manufacturing, and fabrication on a global scale.

ALLITE^®, Inc. created and produces ALLITE^® Super MAGNESIUM^TM, a premium alloy that is the lightest of all structural metals and is diversely appealing across vast industries where weight, performance and efficiency are critical. Considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, magnesium is 100% recyclable, dissolves naturally leaving no trace, and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

About Weis Manufacturing
At Weis Manufacturing we are dedicated to creating the best bicycles possible. From our inventive designs, precision manufacturing processes, deep knowledge of digital fabrication and the care and attention to detail you would expect in a handmade product, we seek to improve upon an already great machine.

Weis bikes are designed, mitered, aligned and welded in house at our Brooklyn, NY facility. To guarantee quality, durability and performance, we’ve found that the best results come from careful attention to every step of the building process. For each frame model we produce, our goal is to optimize riding performance. Every decision, from our custom-made tubing profiles to the slightest changes in geometry, works toward a purpose-built bike.

Contacts
Molly Crabill, Citizen Relations for ALLITE
molly.crabill@citizenrelations.com

ALLITE^® SUPER MAGNESIUM^TM TO LAUNCH AT INTERBIKE 2018 Premium alloy now available to build lighter, more durable bicycles and components

Miamisburg, OH, September 13, 2018 – ALLITE^®, Inc. announces its proprietary, high-performance ALLITE^® Super MAGNESIUM^TM today, with the premium alloy now available to the cycling industry.

Officially launching at Interbike next week, Allite Super Magnesium is the first material to go-to-market from Allite, Inc., an Ohio-based company with cycling industry veteran Bruno Maier at the helm. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, Allite Super Magnesium is the premier choice for industries, spanning sporting goods, aerospace, automotive and beyond.

“We are thrilled to unveil Allite Super Magnesium and all of the superior benefits that it provides to brands and products across a variety of industries,” said Bruno Maier, President of Allite, Inc. “With an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high-performance composition, Allite Super Magnesium is simply the best choice for any distinguished brand seeking materials to make their products lighter, faster, stronger, and more environmentally friendly.”

Weighing 33% less than aluminum, while also being stiffer and stronger, pound for pound, Allite Super Magnesium is the lightest of all structural materials. The revolutionary new alloy, which has been utilized in classified defense and aerospace applications, can also be leveraged in a variety of applications, products and components within the cycling industry and beyond. In certain applications, it is just as strong and effective as carbon fiber at a much more affordable cost.

Furthering its appeal for an increasingly environmentally aware consumer base, magnesium is considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, as it is 100% recyclable and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

“The superior benefits of magnesium are becoming more well-known and it is exciting to see Allite Super Magnesium delivering a material that can benefit such a vast array of industries,” said noted material science engineering expert and professor at The Ohio State University, Dr. Alan Luo. “In addition to being earth friendly, magnesium has increased solubility, and is stronger than other comparable materials, making it a wise choice for the cycling industry and beyond.”

Located at Interbike booth #3031, Allite, Inc. will be showcasing its capabilities and products including bicycle parts constructed from Allite Super Magnesium, in addition to other components that illustrate the potential for the material across industries.

More information and sales contact information can be found at www.alliteinc.com. For media preview appointments, please contact allite@mfaltd.com.

ALLITE^®, Inc. created and produces ALLITE^® Super MAGNESIUM^TM, a premium alloy that is the lightest of all structural materials and is diversely appealing across vast industries where weight, performance and efficiency are critical. Considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, magnesium is 100% recyclable, dissolves naturally leaving no trace, and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

ALLITE^® LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY SUPER MAGNESIUM^TM Premium alloy now available to build lighter, more durable home improvement components and goods

Allite Super Magnesium is the first material to go-to-market from Ohio-based company Allite, Inc. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, Allite Super Magnesium is the premier choice for industries, spanning home improvement, sporting goods, aerospace, automotive and beyond.

Weighing 33 percent less than aluminum, while also being stiffer and stronger, pound for pound, Allite Super Magnesium is the lightest of all structural materials. The revolutionary new alloy, which has been utilized in classified defense and aerospace applications, can also be leveraged in a variety of applications, products and components within the home improvement industry. The newly available alloys give manufacturers an opportunity to provide consumers with added-value equipment upgrades, such as lighter ladders and power tools, lessening the load for contractors, tradespeople and homeowners alike.

Furthering its appeal for an increasingly environmentally aware consumer base, magnesium is considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, as it is 100 percent recyclable and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

“The superior benefits of magnesium are becoming more well-known and it is exciting to see Allite Super Magnesium delivering a material that can benefit such a vast array of industries,” said Dr. Alan Luo, a material science and engineering professor at The Ohio State University. “In addition to being earth friendly, magnesium has outstanding specific strength as a lightweight material, making it a wise choice for the home improvement industry and beyond.”

More information and sales contact information can be found at www.alliteinc.com.

ALLITE^® LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY SUPER MAGNESIUM^TM Premium alloy now available to build lighter, more durable outdoor equipment and sporting goods

Allite Super Magnesium is the first material to go-to-market from Ohio-based company Allite, Inc. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, Allite Super Magnesium is the premier choice for industries spanning sports and outdoor, aerospace, automotive and beyond.

Weighing 33 percent less than aluminum, while also being stiffer and stronger, pound for pound, Allite Super Magnesium is the lightest of all structural materials. The revolutionary new alloy, which has been utilized in classified defense and aerospace applications, can also be leveraged in a variety of applications, products and components within the sports and outdoor industries, where lightweighting and durability are important. From the fields of traditional stick and ball sports to the backcountry and backwoods terrain, sports and outdoor enthusiasts are eager to lighten the load of their trusted equipment. In certain applications, Allite Super Magnesium is just as strong and effective as carbon fiber at a much more affordable cost.

Furthering its appeal for an increasingly environmentally aware consumer base, magnesium is considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, as it is 100 percent recyclable and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

“The superior benefits of magnesium are becoming more well-known and it is exciting to see Allite Super Magnesium delivering a material that can benefit such a vast array of industries,” said Dr. Alan Luo, a material science and engineering professor at The Ohio State University. “In addition to being earth friendly, magnesium has outstanding specific strength as a lightweight material, making it a wise choice for the sports and outdoor industries and beyond.”

More information and sales contact information can be found at www.alliteinc.com.

ALLITE^® LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY SUPER MAGNESIUM^TM

Allite Super Magnesium is the first material to go-to-market from Ohio-based company Allite, Inc. Lighter and stiffer than aluminum, less expensive than carbon fiber and with the lowest carbon footprint of any structural material throughout the value chain, Allite Super Magnesium is the premier choice for industries, spanning medical, outdoor and sporting goods, electronics, home improvement, aerospace, automotive, and beyond.

Furthering its appeal for an increasingly environmentally aware consumer base, magnesium is considered to be the most eco-friendly and sustainable metal in the world, as it is 100 percent recyclable and has widespread natural occurrence with unlimited reserves.

“The superior benefits of magnesium are becoming more well-known and it is exciting to see Allite Super Magnesium delivering a material that can benefit such a vast array of industries,” said Dr. Alan Luo, a material science and engineering professor at The Ohio State University. “In addition to being earth friendly, magnesium has outstanding specific strength as a lightweight material, making it a wise choice for many industries.”

More information and sales contact information can be found at www.alliteinc.com.