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Comparing 6061 Aluminum and 6063 Aluminum

Comparing 6061 Aluminum and 6063 Aluminum

Aluminum’s versatility, reflectivity, corrosion resistance, and electrical and thermal conductivity make it ideal for a number of applications. Pure aluminum, however, is a soft, pliable material and does not have the tensile strength desired for many projects. To increase the strength of aluminum, it is mixed with other metals to create aluminum alloys.  In an

What To Know About 6061 Aluminum

What To Know About 6061 Aluminum

6061 aluminum is one of the most widely used and versatile aluminum alloys. Magnesium increases strength, while silicon reduces the melting temperature of the metal. 6061 aluminum is known for its machinability, corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability. It is a heat-treatable alloy. After heat treatment, 6061 aluminum becomes as durable as low carbon steel. It

Why 5052 Aluminum Is So Popular With Buyers

Why 5052 Aluminum Is So Popular With Buyers

5052 aluminum is a popular aluminum alloy. It is offered in various forms including 5052 aluminum angles, 5052 aluminum channels, and 5052 aluminum sheets. The primary alloying elements of 5052 aluminum include magnesium and chromium. 5052 Aluminum Properties It has good weldability and forming characteristics, can be bent, is resistant to corrosion, and has high

Aluminum Sheet Supplier – 4 Things to Look for In an Aluminum Sheet Supplier

Aluminum Sheet Supplier – 4 Things to Look for In an Aluminum Sheet Supplier

Aluminum is extremely versatile, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant. No wonder it is one of the most widely used metals. Aluminum is sold in various forms, including sheets. Lightweight aluminum sheets are commonly used for packaging, cookware, and vehicle bodies. Once you have decided to use aluminum sheets for your project, the first thing to do is

OPC Hull 4 Fabrication

OPC Hull 4 Fabrication

SLIDELL, LA – On April 25 2022 Bayou Metal Supply & Manufacturing announced that the company is on the Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) team that was awarded the start of fabrication for the fourth United States Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC). ESG is the prime contractor of the initial build of four OPCs. Bayou Metal Supply & Manufacturing’s