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IndustriesAluminiumSuccessful plastic application in the automotive industryDiscover how modern automotive plastics such as PEEK are revolutionising vehicle engineering.- GuidesAluminiumSurface finishing of metal partsAnodising, galvanising or powder coating compared – properties, areas of application and advantages for precision turned and milled parts.
- GuidesAluminiumSurface treatments for aluminium – anodising, powder coating & co.What methods of aluminium surface treatment are there? Comparison of anodising, powder coating, pickling & co.
- GuidesAluminiumSustainability & recycling of aluminium sheetsHow sustainable are aluminium sheets? Everything about recycling rates, CO2 savings with secondary aluminium and benefits for industry & the environment.
- IndustriesAluminiumSustainable material selection for industrial componentsComparison of metals, life-cycle approach, manufacturing influence and practical recommendations for resource-efficient design.
- ProcessingAluminiumSustainable metalworking in GermanyHow German metalworking companies are producing more sustainably through energy-efficient CNC technologies, recycling and regional supply chains.
GuidesPPSustainable plastics: How does recycling work?Which types of plastic can be recycled? How plastic recycling works, what recyclates are and which materials are suitable.- MaterialsAluminiumTemperature resistance of aluminium sheetsHow temperature-resistant are aluminium sheets really? Practical values from −50 °C to +150 °C, typical applications for the right cut piece.
- GuidesAluminiumTest methods and quality assuranceHow modern testing methods and quality assurance make metalworking better. From non-destructive testing to digital metrology.
- ProcessingAluminiumTest methods and quality assurance for aluminium cut piecesTest methods and quality assurance for aluminium cut pieces: which checks are decisive and how dimensional accuracy is verified.
- GuidesAluminiumThe most common errors in dimension specifications – and how to avoid themWrong dimensions cost time and money. Find out how to avoid typical errors in dimension specifications for aluminium sheets.
- GuidesAluminiumThe most common errors in dimension specifications – and how to avoid themThe most common errors in dimensions for aluminium sheets: transposed digits, wrong reference edges and missing tolerances.
- ProcessingAluminiumThermal conductivity in metalworkingLearn how thermal conductivity influences precision, tool life, sustainability and energy efficiency in metalworking.
- GuidesAluminiumThermal conductivity of aluminium – when is it crucial?Aluminium conducts heat particularly well – but when does this matter in practice? Find out which alloys are suitable and what to look out for with cut pieces.
- GuidesAluminiumThermal conductivity of aluminium sheetsHow well do aluminium sheets really conduct heat? Why aluminium is ideal for cooling, mechanical engineering and constructions.
GuidesPOM-CThermal conductivity of plasticsWhich materials can conduct heat, how additives improve conductivity and in which industry these plastics are used.- GuidesAluminiumThermal expansion of aluminium sheetsThermal expansion of aluminium sheets: how to calculate lengths, which tolerances are necessary and how to avoid damage.
- GuidesAluminiumThermal expansion of aluminium sheets – what to consider during planningAluminium sheets expand significantly when heated. How strongly aluminium reacts to temperature and which design rules ensure safe installation.
- GuidesAluminiumThread production in metalHow are precise metal threads created? Processes, limits and quality factors in CNC thread production – durable, dimensionally accurate connections.
- GuidesAluminiumTransport and storage of cut-to-size aluminium sheetsTransporting and storing aluminium sheets safely. Tips on packaging, protective film, storage conditions and quality assurance.
- GuidesAluminiumTrends in aluminium engineeringTrends in aluminium engineering: materials, modern manufacturing processes and developments shaping design, cut-to-size and industry.
- ProcessingAluminiumTurned partsTurned parts from aluminium and metal to drawings. Unlimited possibilities, fair prices and Made in Germany.
- ProcessingAluminiumTypical manufacturing tolerances for CNC partsWhat tolerances are realistic for CNC parts? Overview for aluminium, steel, stainless steel, brass, copper and plastics.
- GuidesAluminiumUsing aluminium offcuts efficientlyAluminium offcuts: save costs, reduce waste and plan ahead – practical approaches for cutting to size, storage and reuse.