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5 Aluminium Facts We Bet You Didn’t Know
Aluminium is a strong, lightweight, and sustainable metal that has a wide range of uses in a variety of industries. Euro Steel has been trading aluminium for years and we continue to be intrigued by the versatility of the material. Engineers and entrepreneurs regularly find new applications in which to use aluminium.
Interesting Facts About Versatile Aluminium
Keep reading to learn some fascinating facts about the diverse manufacturing material that is aluminium. For more information on both aluminium and stainless steel, visit our news page.
1. Aluminium Is Abundant
Did you know that aluminium is the third most abundant element in the earth’s crust, after oxygen and silicone? Since it consists of about 8.2% of the Earth’s crust, aluminium is the world’s most abundant metal. Because there’s so much of it readily available, it typically costs less than other, less accessible metals.
2. Aluminium is Lightweight
With aluminium only weighing a third of the weight of steel, it is much easier to handle in factories, construction sites, and workshops. Additionally, the low weight of the metal results in reduced energy consumption during transportation, making it even more economically viable as it is cheaper to transport.
Aluminium is a very suitable load-bearing material. The strength of aluminium can be adopted by altering the composition of alloys, providing higher strength or easier formability.
3. Aluminium Is Easy to Form
Aluminium is extremely adaptable and can be shaped into anything, ranging from medical equipment and kitchen utensils to bicycle frames. Aluminium can be processed in both hot and cold conditions and can be used to create different alloys. The most common elements that are used in aluminium alloys are magnesium, zinc, copper, and silicon. Therefore, Aluminium offers complete design freedom and is suitable for a wide range of uses.
4. Aluminium Can Be Used to Keep Food Fresh
Aluminium can be processed in both hot and cold conditions. This metal is impermeable, meaning that no light, taste, or aroma is able to get in or out. With aluminium trapping both heat and cold under its cover, it is an ideal addition to the food and beverage industry, as well as in private households.
5. Aluminium Is Recyclable
Did you know that 75% of all aluminium ever produced is still in use? There are very few materials that are as easily recycled as aluminium. Aluminium products are smelted down and reused to make other products! According to the Aluminium Association, it’s “one of the most recycled – and recyclable-materials in use today” This is because when aluminium is recycled, most of the metal can be reused.
For All Your Aluminium Requirements – Contact Euro Steel
Euro Steel supplies aluminium in the form of sheets, plates, coils, sections, and custom extrusions ready to be made into your desired aluminium product. We are happy to assist you with all your upcoming projects in aluminium (and stainless steel). Aluminium is a great DIY material. It can be easily drilled, bent, shaped, riveted, glued, and painted. Pop in to get a sample or small quantity to experiment with and chat with one of our friendly team members or contact us today.
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