Aluminium

Aluminium is a remarkable material. It has a unique combination of properties that make it suitable for many different applications in various alloy forms.
Aluminium is a light metal whose strength, corrosive and decorating properties can be improved by alloying with various other metals. It has good tensile strength over a wide range of temperatures and has excellent corrosion resistance. When aluminium is exposed to air, a thin, glass-hard oxidised film forms on the surface. This oxide film clings tenaciously to the metal's surface, presenting an effective barrier to the elements. Surface coating can make corrosion resistance even more effective.
Aluminium is an excellent conductor of heat and electricity. It is highly reflective of light, heat, radiant energy and electric waves and is non-magnetic. It is non-sparking, does not ignite or burn and is non-toxic. It can be formed by all known metal working processes, is simple to fabricate and is suitable for joining, bonding and welding. It can be melted, cast, extruded, rolled, formed and machined. It is infinitely recyclable, an important feature in this age of energy and resource saving.

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