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Feb 2020

Why Highett Metal are the Ideal Aluminium Suppliers

Aluminium is one of the most versatile metals world-wide and is a critical component in a wide range of industries; including construction, transportation, electrical and consumer goods.

Jul 2019

Most Common Uses for Aluminium

Aluminium is also one of the most easily recycled metals, so this guide may be especially helpful if you are trying your hand at metal recycling – it can direct you to where to look.

Oct 2015

Physical Properties Of Aluminium As Shared By Aluminium Suppliers In Australia

As a premium aluminium supplier in Australia, we know the physical properties of this invaluable metal inside out and back to front.

Mar 2013

How To Properly Drill Into Aluminium Rods

There are a number of applications for aluminium rods across a wide range of industries, mostly because this is such a lightweight metal and is fairly easy to drill through.

Feb 2013

How To Properly Bend An Aluminium Rod

As aluminium is a lightweight metal that possesses an exceptional weight-to-strength ratio, it is commonly formed into rods that are used in a variety of applications, from cars to backpacks.

Feb 2013

How To Clean Brushed Aluminium

You are likely to find brushed aluminium in a number of places throughout your daily life

Jan 2013

How Matching Can Cause Distortion In Aluminium Alloys

An alloy is created when aluminium is combined with another metal, commonly copper, silicon, zinc or magnesium.

Nov 2012

How To Remove Powder Coating From Aluminium

A very common way to paint aluminium is with powder coating; it is sprayed onto the metal when it is very hot, where the powder melts and creates a secure bond that will last for many years.

Jul 2012

How To Paint Cast Aluminium

There are a number of applications in our homes and workplaces that make use of cast aluminium, including outdoor furniture and boat manufacture.

Jun 2012

How Is Aluminium Extracted From Bauxite Ore?

Did you know that aluminium as we know it is not found like this naturally? Even though this handy material is found in over 250 different mineral compounds, it has to be extracted from bauxite, an ore that is mined worldwide.

May 2012

How To Remove An Anodizing Coating From Aluminium

Whilst anodizing is often applied to aluminium in order to make the metal stronger and more durable, it can have a negative affect on its appearance and texture. If you would like to polish your aluminium up, you may be interested in learning how to remove the anodizing coating.

Apr 2012

How To Remove Cement Stains From Aluminium

If you have stored aluminium sheets or machining bars nearby to where some cement works are being completed, you may look at your metal at a later date only to find that it has been stained with flecks of cement. These sorts of stains can be highly difficult to remove, as they tend to settle more quickly then other types of stains.

Dec 2011

How To Properly Care For Aluminium

The proper care and maintenance of your aluminium machining bars should begin the moment you receive them. Whilst the metal is known for its durability and resistance to corrosion some alloys can be quite soft, so it is important to make sure that all aluminium bars are carefully handled and cleaned to avoid any possibility of staining and damage.

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