Aluminum is a versatile material with a wide range of applications in modern buildings. The origin of aluminum can be traced back to the discovery of bauxite, an ore that contains around 30 to 54% of aluminum oxide. Aluminum oxide has to be extracted from bauxite, which is primarily extracted in (sub) tropical areas because this bauxite contains the highest quantities of alumina. The extraction of alumina from the bauxite usually takes place in the vicinity of the bauxite extraction site to save on transport costs. The alumina is then transported to primary smelters or aluminum factories where it is turned into pure aluminum using the Hall-Héroult process.
In modern buildings, aluminum is used for various purposes such as window frames, roofing, and cladding.
The installation process for aluminum windows and doors involves cutting the aluminum profiles to size and assembling them using screws and brackets. It is our job at Skimac to do the fabrication of such as well as: –
- Shower cubicles
- Balustrades
- Skylight glazing
- Galaxy doors
- Aluminum sectional garage door
- Folding doors.
Aluminum roofing sheets are installed by laying them over a wooden frame and securing them with screws.
Aluminum cladding is installed by attaching it to the building’s exterior using clips or screws.