If you’re looking for an aluminum alloy that will satisfy the needs of your project, you might find that not every aluminum supplier uses the same naming structure for their alloys. This is particularly evident if you’re looking for aluminum suppliers based in another...
In recent years, thermal efficiency has become one of the most important aspects of residential and industrial construction. Climate change and the ever-increasing costs of energy have resulted in special attention being given to a building’s thermal efficiency, which...
If you’re designing a metal product, you’ve likely considered using aluminum as the base material. It has a high strength-to-weight ratio, good corrosion resistance, good formability, and aesthetic appeal. These factors have led to its increased popularity in recent...
The wide variety of aluminum alloys available on the market is enough to make your head spin, particularly if you need to decide which alloy is the best fit for a specific project. Many design engineers choose aluminum alloys because of their high strength-to-weight...
Bendability often plays a significant role in determining which materials a product designer can use in their product. Although bending may seem like a simple processing step, not all materials bend easily. Bendability, which indicates how easily you can bend a...
Have you ever wondered why there are two ways of spelling the name of the metal commonly used for wrapping food, beverage cans, sports equipment, and such? The words Aluminum and Aluminium differ by only one letter, but this changes the inflection of the word. And if...
Choosing the primary material for your project is a vital decision, and you should weigh the options carefully. But with so many choices, looking for the ideal material can become overwhelming. If you are in the process of designing a metal product, steel and aluminum...
Selecting the fabrication process for your next project can be as important as choosing the base material. If you’ve decided you want to use aluminum, you’ve likely realized there are several different ways to fabricate it. And each fabrication method may affect its...
If you are producing an aluminum part or product, you likely want it to have a protective and attractive surface treatment. And with all the options available, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. This article compares two of the most popular aluminum surface finishing...
Aluminum alloys 6061 and 6063 are two of the most common for extrusion. They have applications in aerospace, construction, transportation, recreational products, and numerous other industries. They share many similar properties, making it difficult for some designers...