Heat treatment
A material with a thousand abilities
The annealing of the aluminium bars is the centerpiece of alimex production.
In one of the most modern annealing halls in the world, aluminium becomes a material with very special abilities. With its state-of-the-art annealing technology, alimex covers the growing global demand for its quality aluminium and, at the same time, invests in the further development of this aluminium technology, which is indispensable for many high-tech innovations across all industries. The annealing of aluminium ingots is an essential process in aluminium processing that helps to achieve the desired material properties. The aluminium is heated to a specific temperature to reduce internal stresses in the material and optimize the structure. This improves workability and ensures that the aluminium can be further processed more easily in subsequent production steps.
The annealing process itself takes place in state-of-the-art furnaces that are precisely controlled to ensure even heating. This minimizes the risk of material defects and guarantees high product quality. At the same time, the microstructure of the aluminium is also adapted during annealing, resulting in better strength and corrosion resistance in subsequent applications. The use of innovative technologies and sustainable processes is making the annealing of aluminium ingots increasingly efficient and resource-friendly. This important step not only improves the material properties, but also increases the sustainability of aluminium production.
