Alcoa Teams with Embraer S.A. of Brazil

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2011-12-30

Commercial jet maker Embraer S.A. and Alcoa signed a new technology sharing agreement that will utilize Alcoa's proprietary aluminum alloys, advanced design and manufacturing techniques, and its fastener technologies to support Embraer's development of new high-performance metallic fuselage and wing solutions for its aircraft.

Embraer S.A. is the world's largest manufacturer of commercial jets up to 120 seats, and is one of Brazil's leading exporters. Alcoa is the leading supplier of aluminum sheet, plate, extrusions and forgings, and fasteners to Embraer.

The new agreement lends Alcoa's aluminum, design and fastener technologies to help Embraer develop high-performance aluminum aircraft. The move helps Alcoa counter Boeing advancements in composite aircraft, which by some estimates use as much as 80% fewer fasteners than traditional aircraft.

reference from FIN arranged by Fastener World Inc.