Advantages of Aluminum Extrusions

At BK-ALPROF, we have been making the finest aluminum extrusions since 1999. The construction industry already knows this — the use of aluminum profiles has many advantages. This metal is in great demand in the industry. Here are the main benefits of aluminum profiles.

Great combination of softness and toughness

​Aluminum is a very light metal compared to other metals, due to its low density. Due to this and other properties aluminum is a fairly comfortable raw material for work and has great elasticity. It is thin and flexible, and can be comfortably shaped to the desired shape. But at the same time, it also has a certain degree of rigidity which helps to shape it properly. In short it can be said that an aluminum profile is simply a very nice material to work with.

​​Personal customization

One of the refreshing possibilities of working with aluminum is the option of assembling a modular aluminum profile. That is a profile that comes in certain sizes but can be adjusted and changed over time according to changing needs. This is a big plus that makes work with these components even easier. The use of a modular aluminum profile is common in a variety of places and is used, among other things, for dynamic workstations and machine details.

Corrosion-resistance

Corrosion is a common disease from which many metals suffer. It is a chemical process that results from the exposure of a substance to an acidic environment (in the world of metals the exposure is usually to atmospheric oxygen). As a result of the corrosion, rust is formed and the metal wears away. Aluminum naturally has a very high resistance to corrosion. When exposed to the atmosphere, a thin layer of aluminum oxide develops on it, which protects it from oxidation and corrosion. This is a very beneficial feature and thanks to its aluminum and its products are in great demand in a variety of industries: chemistry, food, textiles, and electronics among others.

In addition, it is important to note that aluminum has other natural advantages such as high conductivity to heat and electricity. Also, it lacks magnetic properties.

Selection and luxury

A look at the aluminum profile catalog reveals a large selection of profiles for different uses: from complex industrial to simple home ones. Pergolas, machine components, doors, windows, and more — simple aluminum profiles are suitable for a very large variety of options. They of course also come in a variety of shapes: the modular profile we mentioned, a rectangular aluminum profile, a U-aluminum profile, and more.

Aluminum profiles also have an advantage in terms of design. Combining these profiles in various products, for example when used in pergolas, it adds a luxurious touch to them. This is thanks to the smooth texture that characterizes aluminum extrusions and their finishes.

​Conclusion

​In conclusion, it can be understood that the use of aluminum profiles has many clear advantages. From the successful properties of the metal to the luxury it adds — there are many objects to which extruded aluminum profiles will contribute greatly. So if you are still debating what material to use to assemble your new door, window, or pergola, we suggest you read the article again, because aluminum extrusions are definitely the answer.