The more you know about a material and how it works, the easier it is to maximize its inherent qualities and abilities in a finished product. There are many advantages of using aluminum. Aluminum products are the material of choice for many industries, including transportation, aerospace, construction, marine, and the manufacture of consumer goods. Custom […] Read more »

As more car manufacturers turn to aluminum and move away from steel, the demand for custom aluminum extrusions has grown. Aluminum products are used in many industries where custom solutions and durability under extreme conditions is a priority. Extrusion solutions for automotive industry requirements, including the ability to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gases by […] Read more »

Due to our vast experience creating custom extrusion dies and industry solutions for our clients, Silver City Aluminum has earned a solid reputation for creating specialty aluminum extrusion design right here in Southeastern Massachusetts and throughout the industry. Our one stop shop fabrication facility does everything on-site, reducing our lead times considerably compared to our […] Read more »

While there are a great many products and tools available on the market that are used today to streamline the work done across the marine industry, businesses continue to bring forth innovations that can be used to improve efficiency and effectiveness across the board. Aluminum fabrication shops can help designers to bring their ideas to […] Read more »

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword that is used by environmentalists. Everyone from consumers to architects and product manufacturers to marketing firms is aware of the importance of using sustainable materials, reducing energy consumption, and lowering carbon emissions. Commercial construction and home renovations, product development and shipping – nearly every industry has felt the […] Read more »

Regardless of the industry that you are in, the chances are good that you have at least discussed increasing the sustainability of your product. Consumers are very interested in purchasing goods that are manufactured using sustainable materials and with sustainable methods. Having the ability to truthfully state that your products were responsibly designed and produced […] Read more »

Standard and custom aluminum extrusion involves the formation of a specific shape or profile through the use of heated metal that is pushed through a steel die with tremendous force. Any processes that are done after the extrusion has been completed are considered to be post-extrusion operations. Fabrication work can include sawing and deburring, as […] Read more »

The aluminum fabrication shops that you choose to work with for extrusion, fabrication, and finishing will play a big part in the quality of your finished piece, component or product. It is imperative to consider the standards, methods, and reputation of the business within the aluminum extrusion industry because it will influence your results. One […] Read more »

There are certain situations where standard rod and bar aluminum will do, but when you require custom solutions in architectural aluminum extrusion, it’s time to design custom extrusion dies. While it might seem that custom work would cost more, it can actually save manufacturers in a lot of different ways. Custom profiles can help to […] Read more »

When it comes to industrial applications, it is very rare for pure aluminum to be used, especially when it comes to standard and custom aluminum extrusion. Aluminum is typically alloyed with other metals, which are used to enhance the natural benefits of aluminum products. The additives that are used to create the alloys will depend […] Read more »