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Aluminum profiles consist of the various aluminum shapes, typically straight or coiled, that can be produced through the process of aluminum extrusion. Extruded aluminum profiles are lightweight, have high rigidity and often have anodized surfaces. Aluminum is an ideal extrusion metal due to its low weight, strength, low cost, and self-protection from corrosion by its own thin, transparent oxide film. Aluminum profiles are also available with a variety of finishes, such as powder coatings, anodized, mill finish, and brushed.

Aluminum profiles, in their various shapes and sizes, can be used for a variety of applications. Conventional equipment can readily form or bend extruded aluminum shapes. Aluminum also has high electrical conductivity and is a good heat conductor and reflector, making aluminum profiles ideal for heat transfer and heat shield applications. Extruded aluminum profiles are also used for applications such as floor frames and tracks along which machinery runs. In addition to standard aluminum profiles available in stock sizes and shapes, aluminum extruders produce custom extrusions to meet specific customer needs in the construction, automotive, medical, aerospace and telecommunications industries.