From Extrusions to Solutions
Aluminum extrusions are rarely used as they come from the press. Rather, extrusions undergo a number of fabrication and/or finishing processes to transform them into functional components for their intended applications.
Fabrication Process
Extrusion fabrication generally starts with cutting from the as-extruded length, followed by punching, machining, bending, or welding and assembly. While such fabrication is often performed on a series of stand-alone equipment, dedicated cells with special-purpose machinery are frequently employed for high volume, repetitive parts.
For more on fabrication, follow the links above.
Aluminum Extrusion Manual
For additional details on fabrication of aluminum extrusions, see the "Fabrication" section of the Aluminum Extrusion Manual
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