Aluminum
In recent decades, Aluminum has become one of the most widely distributed and used non-ferrous metals in the world. Its qualities expand its application with each passing year, and today it is used in almost every field, industry and industry. According to studies, it has already become the second most used metal in the world.
Why is aluminum such a sought after metal?
Aluminum is a relatively strong and durable non-ferrous metal, which at the same time is characterized by enviable lightness. It is recyclable and resistant to corrosion and various external influences. Aluminum is a metal that can easily meet all the needs of the 21st century. It began to be mined in commercial quantities for sale only in 1886, but according to research in 2016, its production amounted to about 58 million tons per year.
The main advantages of aluminum products:
- Low Density - Aluminum's relatively low density makes it a relatively light metal. This makes it suitable for constructions where their overall and structural weight is particularly important. It is about three times less dense than, for example, steel. This lower weight makes it a preferred metal for the manufacture of movable structures and those that need to fit into certain structural norms.
- Corrosion resistance - aluminum is resistant to corrosion and does not succumb to moisture and other external influences and factors. It does not rust, does not crack, and its integrity is not violated. This is possible thanks to the dense surface layer of oxides that it forms. In this way, oxidation is not allowed to penetrate into its depth, as is the case with black metal, for example.
- Recyclable material - aluminum is subject to 100% recycling after the end of its use. It will not lose its qualities after remelting and can easily be used to make new aluminum products.
- Durable metal - aluminum has a long service life, requiring no special maintenance. It is resistant to corrosion, does not dissolve in water and alcohol.
- Easy to process - aluminum can be remelted, machined, cast, drawn, extruded. For structural purposes, it can be easily cut, shaped, assembled, stamped, riveted, anchored and whatever is needed for the given project.
- Conductor of electricity and heat - aluminum is a good conductor, with only copper surpassing it in terms of this quality, but on the other hand, it is denser and heavier as a non-ferrous metal.
- Reflective metal - the surface of aluminum has a high reflectivity, which makes it a material of the new age. Today it is used for the construction of "green" buildings and for rooms where more light is required.
In addition to all the above qualities, aluminum is a non-toxic metal, non-flammable, non-magnetic and at the same time adaptable and easily adaptable.
What do we know about the application of Aluminum?
Aluminum as a non-ferrous metal is widely used in various industries, but we can also often meet it in our daily life. Its qualities are valued:
- in automotive, shipbuilding, aircraft construction;
- for the production of different types of kitchen utensils, equipment, furniture;
- for the production of tanks, aircraft and other military equipment;
- for the production of different types of aluminum foil;
- for producing different types of packaging and packaging materials;
- in aluminothermy in metallurgy for the production of another type of metal;
- for the production of mirrors using aluminum foil;
- in medicine for the creation of prostheses;
- for the creation of photovoltaic devices and micro wind turbines;
- for the construction of aluminum facades and facings;
- for the production of construction aluminum products such as rails, profiles, pipes, angles and others;
- for the production of durable glass units and window sills;
- for interior and exterior solutions, projects, furniture, stairs and landings, ramps, fences, railings, etc.;
- as a protective device when building protection for cables, computer components, pipelines for different types of liquids, etc.;
- for the construction of racks, shelves, greenhouses, stalls, warehouses, etc.;
- for the production of advertising materials, exhibition, advertising and commercial equipment;
- and many more applications in every aspect of life.
Aluminum is not for nothing considered an amazing colorful metal that we can meet every day and now almost everywhere around us. Today, its application continues to expand and it is used in more and more fields and spheres of activity. It is believed that the future and development of the planet is related to the application of aluminum.
A few interesting facts about aluminum and its application:
- Aluminum, which is used in vehicles, is considered to have reduced the level of harmful emissions and greenhouse gases that they emit during use.
- Aluminum is smooth and reflects light up to 95%, thus contributing to the cooling of "green buildings".
- Its lightness reduces the weight in the manufacture of various structures, which is extremely valued in the construction of skyscrapers.
What aluminum products will you find in Smart Metal Group?
Smart Metal Group offers a wide range of aluminum products, and with us you will find everything you need to complete your project. We can also assist you with the construction of your structure, providing everything you need. With us you can buy different types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, different types of construction tools and products. We offer aluminum in standard and non-standard sizes and at great prices.
The wide range of aluminum products in Smart Metal Group:
- Aluminum square and rectangular profiles
- Aluminum round profiles (tubes)
- Aluminum flat profiles (rails)
- Aluminum sheets (sheets)
- Aluminum P-profiles
- Aluminum T-profiles
- Aluminum skirting boards
- Aluminum strips
- Aluminum plates
- Aluminum rods
- Aluminum skirting boards
Aluminum products are mainly available in 6 meter lengths, but they can easily be cut to specific dimensions according to your project. We at Smart Metal Group can assist you with this task.
For more information, you can also contact us at +359 876 836 490 or +359 888 045521 for a free consultation and for questions.
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