Aluminium is an incredibly versatile metal due to its light weight, strength and formability. It has the ability to be cast, formed, machined, and extruded leading to its popularity throughout various industries.

An oxide layer is naturally created around the exposed surfaces of the metal when in contact with an oxidising environment giving aluminium superior corrosion resistance than other metals. The addition of a surface treatment such as anodising or powdercoating will increase its resistance further.