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Everything You Need to Know About Aluminum Strip

Everything You Need to Know About Aluminum Strip

by | Feb 10, 2026 | Aluminum

Aluminum strip is a precisely processed flat-rolled form of aluminum that is characterized by narrow width. The phrase is often used interchangeably with “aluminum coil”, but in reality, they are related but different. Essentially, strip is a by-product of a master...
Selecting The Right Aluminum Alloy for the Job

Selecting The Right Aluminum Alloy for the Job

by | Nov 12, 2025 | Aluminum

Aluminum coil and strip are available in dozens of different alloys. Why? Simply because various applications require different properties to meet specific performance needs. In order to make sure the product performs and lasts as intended, it’s critical to choose the...
Aluminum’s Changing Role in the Auto Industry

Aluminum’s Changing Role in the Auto Industry

by | Jul 24, 2025 | Aluminum

During the auto industry’s earlier decades, steel was the material of choice for engineers and manufacturers. Why? The answer won’t surprise you – steel was the favorite thanks to its strength, durability and cost effectiveness. However, in the second half of the 20th...
Tolling Processes for Aluminum Coil

Tolling Processes for Aluminum Coil

by | May 15, 2025 | Aluminum

Modern aluminum mills typically have vast in-house processing capabilities to meet the manufacturer’s demands. However, certain requirements may call for processes that are handled by a trusted vendor partner. In the world of aluminum, this is collectively known as...
Custom Service

Custom Service

by | Jan 29, 2020 | Plant Tour

United’s Customer Service team is dedicated to making your aluminum coil ordering experience convenient, and we stand ready to answer any question you have. We have real-time production information on your order and make every effort to fulfill your quote...