When choosing the best finish for aluminum parts and equipment it’s important to consider what the item will be exposed to during normal operating conditions like high temperatures, acids, salts, UV radiation, weather and humidity, abrasives, drop or fall risks, and more. The desired appearance, texture, and color are also important, as is maintaining the…
Heat Sinks: How They Work, Purpose, Types, Components
Heat sinks are essential components in computers and other modern electronics, where they perform the important role of managing the heat output of the device. Heat sinks are designed and constructed to transfer heat away from heat sources to the surrounding area. Let’s take a closer look at how heat sinks work, the different types…
Choosing Between Aluminum 6063 or 6061 for Extrusions
Aluminum 6063 and 6061 are two of the most common extrusion materials, due to their affordability and long list of advantages. Depending on the exact application, one aluminum grade may be better suited than the other. Learn more about each material’s key properties, common applications, and how to decide between them. Key Characteristics Click to…
Innovations in Aluminum Extrusion: Sustainability and AI
The increase in demand for sustainability in the aluminum extrusion industry is focused on reducing waste, energy usage, and CO2 generation. Advanced techniques and technology, such as artificial intelligence, have the potential to achieve these goals while improving the quality of aluminum extrusions. Here, we will explore the various aluminum extrusion technologies, such as AI,…
The Aluminum Extrusion Process
Extrusion is a metal-forming operation for fabricating strips of material with a consistent profile. Aluminum alloys are commonly used in this process. Here we’ll cover the process of aluminum extrusion, design considerations, and more. What is Aluminum Extrusion? In aluminum extrusion, a very hot, but not molten, piece of aluminum alloy is pushed through a…