In recent decades the aluminium extrusion industry has grown rapidly and it now supplies components to a wide range of industries. The applications for extrusions are now larger than ever yet it took a considerable time for manufacturers to realise the potential of this dynamic technique.
Early Manufacturing
Aluminium was first extruded around the end of the nineteenth century and immediately made an impact. As an affordable metal it began to appear more frequently during the Edwardian era in the form of bicycles and saucepans. Suddenly the people who were less affluent could purchase what were considered to be luxury goods. The use of aluminium extrusions for a whole range of household goods ensured the industry’s continued expansion. Suddenly the people who were less affluent could purchase what were considered to be luxury goods. The use of aluminium extrusions for a whole range of household goods ensured the industry’s continued expansion.
Inventions and War
Wartime adversary often prompts new innovations that eventually have an impact when peaceful times return. Aluminium extrusions made a great impact during both World Wars due to their versatility, strength and lack of weight. The plywood frames of the First World War’s bi-planes began to be replaced by aluminium extrusions. During the Second World War aircraft manufacture began to rely heavily on aluminium extrusions for the speed at which they could be produced. In subsequent decades the aviation industry realised the potential of aluminium extrusions using it in many sections of the aeroplanes.
Ecological Influences
Manufacturers of household goods continued to expand their ranges by using cost-effective aluminium extrusions for toasters and heaters which proved affordable for the consumer. The automotive industry had largely resisted the temptation to use aluminium extrusions for the bodywork of mainstream cars. However, the metal’s lightweight properties were made use of in early sports versions which could achieve faster speeds than their steel counterparts. However, the metal’s lightweight properties were made use of in early sports versions which could achieve faster speeds than their steel counterparts. In recent years the necessity to cut carbon emissions in manufacturing has prompted the automotive industry to replace steel bodywork with panels made from aluminium extrusions. The use of extrusions has resulted in aerodynamic cars that are economic with fuel.
The Future
Since the beginning of the twenty-first century, the use of aluminium extrusions has grown tremendously. The expansion of the solar power industry has provided new outlets for panels made of aluminium extrusions. The metal’s non-magnetic properties have been used to good effect in the electronics and computerisation industries. Whatever industry you are involved in Edmo Limited can help new projects to flourish with the use of aluminium extrusions.
