One of the industries that we work very closely with is the New England region is the marine industry. Small boats, large boats, fishing boats, cruise ships, yachts, and a variety of other marine vessels all rely heavily on aluminum extrusion for industry parts, products, and components. The high strength-to-weight ration of aluminum makes it […] Read more »

One of the clear advantages to designing your own custom aluminum extrusions for manufacturing is that you are able to create solutions to common design issues that will help to save time and money. Aluminum extrusion design allows manufacturers to create innovative designs that will help them to create strong, more durable products that require […] Read more »

More businesses are turning to custom aluminum extrusion to help them create the parts, products, and components they need to be more competitive and successful within their target demographic. There are many reasons why aluminum has become the material of choice for many manufacturers. The advantages of aluminum products are many, including a natural protection […] Read more »

One of the ways that we are able to exceed our customers’ expectations is through the application of our custom aluminum coating solutions. At Silver City Aluminum, we offer powder-coating and anodizing aluminum, as well as painting services, as part of our post-extrusion customizations. Some of these coatings are designed to extend the natural anti-corrosive […] Read more »

There are many benefits associated with designing custom aluminum products. While there are many uses for standard extrusions, including tubes, angles, and rectangles, the advantages that can come from custom extrusion design are many. When you work with an experienced team of engineers and technicians, like the ones at Silver City Aluminum, you can be […] Read more »

Compared to other metals typically used in the construction of automotive, aerospace, military, and marine industry vessels, products, and components, aluminum is quite remarkable. The natural, inherent qualities of this environmentally-friendly material make it very attractive to designers and developers across many different industries. Aluminum’s low density and high strength, ability to resist corrosion, and […] Read more »

In recent years, the amount of extruded aluminum parts and components used by the automotive industry has increased significantly. Automakers are continually striving to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions, and design safer cars. Custom and standard extrusions tick all the boxes and are making a beneficial contribution to the industry as a whole. Car builders […] Read more »

There are a lot of elements that go into creating the perfect recipe for aluminum extrusion. At Silver City Aluminum, we primarily use the 6000 series aluminum alloys for extrusion. Extruded aluminum for industry must be strong, durable, and resistant to corrosion. It must also have the level of hardness, ductility, tensile strength, and toughness […] Read more »

At Silver City Aluminum, we do it all for our customers. From the development of custom extrusion design to the selection of the best aluminum alloys, extrusion and fabrication, finishing, and shipping – our one stop shop fabrication and extrusion facility in Southeastern Massachusetts takes care of everything in-house. Whatever your needs, our team of […] Read more »

Aluminum products are all around us, providing valuable benefits in ways that most people don’t even understand or appreciate. The world’s most plentiful metal is also number one in recycling, making it extremely affordable and friendly to the environment. As a result, there are many industries that rely on aluminum for the manufacture of various […] Read more »