For those who are new to the concept of creating their own custom aluminum products through the power of aluminum extrusion design, this article aims to cover the basics that you will need to know to get started. While there are many huge advantages to choosing aluminum for your parts or products, including aluminum’s natural […] Read more »

Aluminum has earned a reputation throughout the globe as being one of the strongest, most durable materials, which is why it is a great choice for many industries. It is also very plentiful and is the number one most recycled metal in North America and in many parts of the world, which makes it a […] Read more »

Have you ever wanted to design your own custom aluminum extrusion shapes with all of the specialty features and functions that you desire? Standard extruded aluminum can be used and manipulated in so many ways to achieve a specific goal, but if you need something even more unique in order to create a specific part, […] Read more »

While it might seem like it doesn’t matter where you go to get your aluminum extrusion and fabrication because the process is pretty much the same all over the world. The truth of the matter is that there is a distinct difference in the methods, experience and approach used to create custom extrusion dies at […] Read more »

When most people think about aluminum, they think about foil or soda pop cans. However, aluminum is used in so many ways, across so many industries and is oh so much more than a safe means of protecting food and beverages. In fact, a recent study revealed that over three billion pounds of aluminum is […] Read more »

When it comes time to choose the material that you will use for the parts, pieces or products that you want to manufacture for your business, which metal will you choose? Second only to steel, aluminum is the most popular and widely used metal in the United States – and most likely, around the globe. […] Read more »

We talk a lot about custom aluminum extrusion in this blog because Silver City Aluminum specializes in custom work and takes pride in the special care that we provide to each and every client that we serve. However, it is important to also talk about the top quality standard aluminum extrusions that we offer to […] Read more »

While there are many different industries that benefit from the use of custom aluminum products that are made through standard or custom extrusion design, one industry stands out as making the most out of this remarkable metal and this strength enhancing method of manufacturing. In particular, the New England marine industry utilizes a variety of […] Read more »

One of the best metals that you can choose in manufacturing today, either for commercial, industrial or even consumer use, is aluminum. There are so many benefits to choosing this metal over other options, such as steel and titanium, that it has become the top choice for parts, products and much more. Aluminum industry solutions […] Read more »

One of the many reasons why manufacturers choose to work with custom aluminum extrusions is the natural anti-corrosive nature of the metal itself and the increased strength and benefits that come from the extrusion process itself. However, in addition to all of these advantages, it is possible to increase the protection through the use of […] Read more »