Success Stories

There are a number of vehicles that take advantage of the attributes of aluminum extrusions to produce lightweight and long-lasting aluminum roof headers,  (we have a whole cross-member section )and rockers. Select the vehicle below to learn more:

2015 Ford F-150

2015 Ford F-150

Metrics to Success in Body & Chassis Extrusions:

  • Tight tolerances
  • Controlled grain structure
  • Straightness (Profile Tolerances)
  • Stringent mechanical property requirements
  • Versatile to various assembly techniques
     
AEC F150 body rocker

Ford F-150 Rocker Benefits

  • Tight tolerances 
  • Multi-hollow
  • Long length extrusion 
Tesla 3 Elements

Tesla Models S, X, & 3

Rocker Structure 

Extrusions provide weight efficiencies for crash management within a steel structure

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