Common Applications for anodized aluminum
Aluminum metal is a good conductor of electricity; the anodic coating is an insulator. Combinations of the two properties can be incorporated into systems that save energy and materials. The metal can serve both a structural and conductive purpose, while the anodic coating insulates the circuit and preserves the structure. This simplifies physical design for electric circuits and saves space and wiring.
All of the aforementioned properties of anodizing contribute substantially to a product’s life cycle and reduce energy demands.
Create an exceptionally durable, corrosion-resistant, and aesthetically appealing surface
Open Up Endless Application Possibilities
Projects that used Anodized Finishes
Anodizing is an environmentally safe electrochemical process that converts the aluminum metal surface into a porous aluminum oxide, ultimately creating an end product whose finish is more durable and weather-resistant. This beneficial result combined with the array of aesthetically pleasing color finishes opens up endless application possibilities for companies who anodize products and components in commercial, industrial, and consumer applications, even jewelry and artwork.
Anodized Art
To achieve the desirable artistic results, Naim Akhtar starts with unsealed aluminum on which he sketches the initial image in a light gray tone using a soft watercolor brush to avoid gouging the microstructural honeycomb-like surface of the soft metal.
Mirabella Retirement Community
The Mirabella Portland is a retirement community in the heart of Portland’s South Waterfront and is anticipated to reach LEED® Platinum Certification.
NASA Space Station
During truss component assembly in space, the on-orbit thermal environment’s effects are challenging. According to Boeing’s Manager of Outboard Truss Elements at Boeing Canoga Park who worked on the project…
Examples of end use products using Anodized Aluminum
- Building exteriors, such as storefronts, curtain walls and roofing systems.
- Appliances such as refrigerators, dryers, coffee brewers, ranges, televisions, microwave equipment.
- Vents, awnings, dust covers, light fixtures, storm doors, window frames, mailboxes, bathroom accessories, patio covers, and wall switch plates for buildings.
- Display cases, pans, coolers, and grills for the food industry.
- Tables, beds, files and storage chests for homes and offices.
- Golf carts, boats, and camping/fishing equipment for the leisure industry.
- Hundreds of components for motor vehicles of all kinds such as trim parts, wheel covers, control panels, and name plates.
- Exterior panels for aerospace vehicles, clocks and electronic products, fire extinguishers, photo equipment, solar panels, telephones, picture frames, and bathroom accessories.
- Interior decoration and trim.
Common Applications for Anodized Finishes
- Structures and architectural categories of all types
- Appliances
- Commercial and residential building products
- Food preparation equipment
- Furniture
- Sporting goods and boats
- Motor vehicle components
- Jewelry and artwork
