A custom aluminum extrusion die is a one-time investment, but the production run it feeds is not. Once you commit to hundreds or thousands of parts, every undiscovered problem in…
Custom Aluminum Extrusions and Precision Tubing: An Engineer’s Guide from Concept to Production
If you're designing a part that doesn't fit a standard catalog profile, whether that's an unusual cross-section, a tight tolerance, a thin-wall aluminum tube, or a feature combination you can't…
Extruded vs. Seamless Drawn Aluminum Tubes: Choosing the Right Type for Your Needs
Extruded vs. Seamless Drawn Aluminum Tubes: Choosing the Right Type for Your Needs Quick Answer: The main difference between extruded and seamless drawn aluminum tubing is how they are manufactured…
Choosing the Right Aluminum Alloy
Choosing the Right Aluminum Alloy for Extrusion Applications Key Takeaways Choosing the right aluminum alloy for extrusion applications depends on factors such as strength, corrosion resistance, machinability, and surface finish…
Bring Your Aluminum Extrusion Idea to Life
How to Bring Your Aluminum Extrusion Idea to Life Turning an aluminum extrusion idea into a manufacturable component requires more than a rough concept. Engineers and product designers should define…
