{"id":8279,"date":"2021-06-18T05:24:23","date_gmt":"2021-06-18T05:24:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aldg.ca\/green-aluminium\/faq-aluminium\/"},"modified":"2024-07-03T13:10:14","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T13:10:14","slug":"aluminium-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aldg.ca\/en\/green-aluminium\/aluminium-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Aluminium FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row row_btt_skin=”light” row_background_text_position=”front”][vc_column][vc_toggle title=”Properties of Aluminum” open=”true”]The low environmental loading is due to material properties like corrosion resistance, light weight, and great strength. Aluminum is one of the world\u2019s greatest used metals second only to iron.[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_toggle title=”The reason for that is because of the special properties of aluminum which include :” open=”true”]\u00b7 Light weight \u00b7 Great strength \u00b7 Greater flexibility \u00b7 Easy to make \u00b7 Superior resistance to deterioration \u00b7 The ability to easily cut, drill, weld, bond, tape, and more[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_toggle title=”Recycling of Aluminum” open=”true”]Aluminum keeps its special assets the way other materials do. It can also be used for the same thing repeatedly.[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_toggle title=”Is Aluminum the best choice for fencing or railings?” open=”true”]For areas where snow is not an issue aluminum can be used for fencing. For areas where snow is an issue aluminum should only be utilized for small projects. Aluminum railings<\/a> are great for Canadian winters, but for larger projects such as Aluminum fencing<\/a> it is important to think about the weight of snow.[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_toggle title=”Will powder coated Aluminum need additional upkeep?” open=”true”]It is simple enough to take care of powder coated aluminum after installation. Simply use a little soapy water with neutral detergent then rinse with plain water every six months. This will help to remove any buildup of pollens and pollutants. Marine and industrial areas will need to do this more frequently.[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_toggle title=”Will my Aluminum railing last indefinitely?” open=”true”]Nothing is forever, however, Aluminum railings would last about 20 years if contact with caustic elements is limited.[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_toggle title=”How can I help my Aluminum posts last longer?” open=”true”]No unique care is needed for aluminum. However, it is important to keep caustic materials such as salt or fertilizers away from aluminum exteriors.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_btt_skin=”light” row_background_text_position=”front”][vc_column width=”5\/6″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

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Aluminum makes up 8% of minerals from the earth’s crust. Aluminum is therefore one of the few renewable minerals.<\/p>\n

Properties of Aluminum: The environmental impact is low due to such material properties as corrosion resistance, light weight and strength. Aluminum is one of the best metals used just after iron.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_btt_skin=”light” row_background_text_position=”front” css=”.vc_custom_1625762323976{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}”][vc_column width=”5\/6″][vc_column_text]This is due to the special properties of aluminum which include :<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_btt_skin=”light” row_background_text_position=”front” css=”.vc_custom_1625624504170{margin-bottom: 35px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n