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How to Increase Your Aluminum Coil Yield

How to Increase Your Aluminum Coil Yield

Now more than ever, manufacturers are looking to cut costs to remain competitive, and keep the bottom line healthy. When it comes to aluminum coil, the challenge is that buyers are often limited to “stock” or “standard” gauge / thickness. In most cases, they over-spec...

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Understanding Aluminum Alloy Numbering and Groups

Understanding Aluminum Alloy Numbering and Groups

Aluminum alloys are made by mixing various elements with pure aluminum. Doing so alters the material’s properties, making it suitable for an extensive range of manufacturing processes and product applications. Each alloy is designated by a unique four-digit number. In...

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How to Speak Coil

How to Speak Coil

When ordering aluminum in coiled strip form there are some terms you should be familiar with. These include alloy, temper, gauge and width, along with specific tolerances on the gauge and width. Today, we'll explore these words, and several key questions that will...

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Aluminum: The Most Recyclable Metal

Aluminum: The Most Recyclable Metal

In today's environmentally conscious world, consumers and manufacturers alike are constantly seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Thankfully, aluminum is “infinitely recyclable”, and therefore one of the most recyclable materials on the planet. In fact,...

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