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Aluminium,
A Better Alternative
Aluminium existence was first established in 1808. Many years of
research and development was spent to unveil its power and turn the metal
into one of the most viable commercial material for various uses.
Aluminium is the third most abundant element in the Earthís crust and
constitutes 7.3% by mass so it is a sustainable material. At the current
primary aluminium production level, known bauxite reserves will last for
hundreds of years. More than 55 per cent of the world's aluminium production
is powered by renewable hydro-electric power. Products made from aluminium
can be recycled repeatedly to produce new products. The increasing use
of recycled metal saves both energy and mineral resources needed for primary
production. **
Aluminium Advantages
Light but strong
High in strength-to-weight ratio
Corrosion resistant
Heat and electrically conducting
Non-toxic and non-combustible
Suitable for a wide range of finishes
Easy to fabricate
Joinable by various methods
To learn more about Aluminium, please visit: -
http://www.world-aluminum.org
http://www.alu-info.dk/Html/alulib/modul/albook40.htm
**source: http://www.world-aluminum.org
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