by Gabrian | Sep 2, 2021 | Blog, Aluminum Extrusion, Wrought Alloys
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... 
by Gabrian | Aug 21, 2021 | Blog, Aluminum Extrusion, Wrought Alloys
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... 
by Gabrian | Aug 6, 2021 | Aluminum Extrusion, Blog, Rolled Aluminum, Wrought Alloys
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... 
by Gabrian | Jul 26, 2021 | Blog
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... 
by Gabrian | Jun 30, 2021 | Blog
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...