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IndustriesAluminiumAluminium sheets in food technology – hygienic and robust?Are aluminium sheets suitable for use in the food industry? Everything about hygiene, surfaces, standards & suitable alloys.- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets under continuous loadHow do aluminium sheets behave under continuous load? Tips on strength, fatigue and safe operating conditions.
- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets UV protection: what you need to know for outdoor useWhich aluminium sheets are UV-resistant? Anodised, powder-coated or composite sheet – here you can find out which variant is suitable for outdoor use.
- MaterialsAluminiumAluminium sheets vs. aluminium composite sheets – what is the difference?The differences between aluminium sheets and aluminium composite sheets – with a comparison table, advantages and specific application recommendations.
- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets with fire protection requirementAluminium sheets with fire protection requirements: materials, classifications and application limits clearly explained.
- GuidesAluminiumAluminium sheets with protective film – useful or unnecessary?Find out when a protective film on aluminium sheets is really worthwhile, what advantages it offers and when you can do without it.
- ProcessingAluminiumAluminium sheets: properties, applications and cut-to-size piecesAluminium sheets: material properties, areas of application, alloys and cut to size. Find out more now and find aluminium sheets cut to size.
- MaterialsAluminiumAluminium with protective film: benefits, variants & applicationsWhy aluminium with protective film? Protect anodised, ground and raw aluminium parts – ideal for transport and storage.
- MaterialsAluminiumAluminium-plastic composite sheetsEverything about aluminium-plastic composite sheets: structure, properties, advantages over solid aluminium and typical applications.
GuidesPOM-CAnisotropy in plastics – what designers need to considerWhat anisotropy in plastics means, what effects it has and how designers allow for the direction-dependent behaviour.- GuidesAluminiumAnodised aluminium sheetsAnodised aluminium sheets: benefits, surface properties and typical applications – selection, cut to size and use.
- MaterialsAluminiumAnodised aluminium: properties, advantages and industrial applicationsWhat advantages does anodised aluminium offer for industrial applications, what processes are available and when is it particularly worthwhile.
- GuidesAluminiumAnodised surfaces on aluminiumHow tensile strength, yield point and elongation influence the selection of your aluminium sheets and optimise cost, safety and processing.
- GuidesAluminiumAnodising aluminiumHow does the anodising of aluminium work? Colours, layers, strength, dimensional accuracy and possible applications clearly explained.
- GuidesAluminiumAnti-slip aluminium sheets: when is chequered plate the better choice?Find out when aluminium chequer plate is the better choice – with advantages, areas of use and a comparison with smooth aluminium sheets.
GuidesGummiAnti-slip protection for wooden stairs outdoors – options & installationEffective anti-slip solutions for outdoor wooden stairs. Materials, installation & care – for greater safety in all weathers.- IndustriesAluminiumApplications of plastics in a wide range of industriesThis article explains the roles plastics play in a wide range of industries.
- ProcessingAluminiumAre aluminium sheets suitable for laser cutting? – What you should knowFind out which aluminium sheets are suitable for laser cutting and which alloys and material thicknesses are best suited.
- GuidesAluminiumAre anodised aluminium sheets scratch-resistant? – Durability in everyday useFind out how durable the surface is in everyday use and what you need to consider for care and application.
- ProcessingAluminiumAssembling aluminium sheets: screws, rivets, adhesive bonding – which is suitable when?Which fastening method is ideal for your aluminium sheets? Compare screws, rivets and adhesive bonding – practical, well-founded and application-oriented.
- GuidesAluminiumAvoiding typical mistakes when ordering aluminium sheetsAvoid expensive mistakes when cutting aluminium sheets to size: tips on dimensions, tolerances, material selection, thickness, surface and protective film.
GuidesPCBalcony cladding and privacy screen made of plasticRead here about the options you have with plastic as a privacy screen or as balcony cladding.- ProcessingAluminiumBonding aluminium sheets instead of welding – modern joining techniques comparedWhen is bonding rather than welding worthwhile for aluminium sheets? Advantages, areas of application, adhesives and technical requirements.
- GuidesAluminiumBrassThe material brass is characterised by many mechanical properties. Find out more about it here.