Of the different metal-forming processes for aluminum, aluminum rolling is one of the most widely used, with global demand for flat-rolled products expected to increase at a CAGR of 6.5% in the coming years. And with so many applications for these products — from food...
When you’re in the process of designing an aluminum part, it is essential to consider which manufacturing process you’ll use to produce it. There are various methods for forming aluminum, and aluminum die casting is one of the most common options for designers to...
You’ve likely seen anodized aluminum products in your daily life. Anodizing is an easy way to add corrosion protection and a splash of color to aluminum. You’ll find this finish on sports equipment, automotive parts, handheld devices, and a wide range of other...
Aluminum alloys are among the top materials used in the construction, aerospace, sports equipment, electrical, and automotive industries. Their excellent strength-to-weight ratio, high relative strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability make them an attractive...
If you've decided to make your products from aluminum and are exploring manufacturing options, you may be trying to determine which processing or forming method to use. Two major contenders are die casting and extrusion, but what is the difference between cast...
Aluminum is the material of choice for many designers because it works well in such a wide range of applications. You can customize your aluminum extrusions by incorporating different alloys, surface treatments, and coatings to suit your project’s needs. Making these...
Are you curious about the benefits and drawbacks of PVDF coatings and how they compare to other aluminum finishing options? Perhaps you need more details about how they’re applied, or maybe you want to know how they compare to powder coating. In this article, we...
The United States is forecast to install nearly 100 gigawatts of new solar power capacity within the next five years, a growth rate of 42%. And the worldwide market for installed solar is projected to surpass $200B by 2027. This installed base will be split between...
The aluminum extrusion process can be used to produce a wide range of shapes. You may be most familiar with standard shapes such as angles, channels, and tubes — all of which are commonly available from extruders and distributors. However, the flexibility of the...
The use of aluminum extrusion in product design and manufacturing has increased significantly in recent decades. According to a recent report from Technavio, between 2019-2023 the growth of the global aluminum extrusion market will be accelerating with a Compound...