Group 1 - Aluminum is the most widely used non-ferrous metal, with China being the largest producer and consumer globally [1] - The complete industrial chain in Henan includes bauxite, alumina, electrolytic aluminum, and deep processing of aluminum [1] - The third Central Plains (Zhengzhou) International Aluminum Industry Exhibition and the sixth Central Plains International Aluminum Processing Innovation Development Conference were held in Zhengzhou [1] Group 2 - Henan Mingtai Aluminum Co., Ltd. focuses on lightweight aluminum materials for automotive applications, achieving a 20% increase in tensile strength and a 15% reduction in thickness for their 6-series aluminum alloy [2] - The new aluminum-ceramic material showcased by Henan Shenhuo Group combines high-temperature resistance and wear resistance, with applications in aerospace and high-end equipment manufacturing [2] - Zhengzhou Hengzhong Heavy Industry Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. offers a complete solution for aluminum plate and foil production, expanding its business to countries like Vietnam [2] Group 3 - The aluminum industry in Henan has developed an industrial pattern of "one belt, two clusters, and three zones," with continuous breakthroughs in high-end aluminum products [3] - Henan's aluminum material export value ranked first in the country last year, indicating a strong position in the market [3] - The province aims to build a competitive advanced aluminum-based materials industry cluster [3]