Technical knowledge

About aluminum

Aluminum is not just a metal; it is an engineering material that combines lightness, durability, formability, and sustainability, which is why it has become the basis for many modern architectural and industrial applications.

3The third most abundant element in the Earth's crust
1/3Approximately the weight of steel
100%Recyclable without losing its properties
Multiple use cycles within the circular economy

OVERVIEW

One metal, endless uses

Aluminum has a rare combination of properties: Light weight, natural corrosion resistance, ease of extrusion and forming, and good conductivity of heat and electricity.

At Alumat, these properties are transformed into profiles that serve construction, industrial, transportation and specialty applications. The work starts with understanding the end use, then selecting the right alloy, stamping and finish.

Flight of metal

From raw material to finished profile

The aluminum journey starts with understanding the properties of the metal, then choosing the right manufacturing method to reach a profile that efficiently serves the end application.

Aluminum within the industry

A practical material for projects that need less weight, a good surface, and consistent long-term performance.

Construction and facades

It is used in windows, doors, facades, and architectural systems that need a precise appearance and high durability.

Industrial applications

It is used in industrial components, piping, light structures, and applications that require precision machining.

Sustainability

Recyclability makes aluminum suitable for projects that are interested in reducing waste and improving resource efficiency.

Explore further

Topics that lead the visitor inside the department

These topics help the visitor move from general knowledge of the mineral to a clearer understanding of its associated uses and services within Alumat.

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Why aluminum?

The properties that make aluminum a practical choice for modern industries.

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How is it made?

A simplified journey from ore to pelt to finished profile.

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Recycling

How aluminum retains its value within a renewable use cycle.

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Technical terms

A quick dictionary that explains alloy, pellet, casting, and finishing.