efficacy and dimensional accuracy. They also have access to a range of complementary manufacturing capabilities.
“We realized pretty early on that if extrud- ing was the sole focus of our business, we wouldn’t have a business for very long.”
“Consolidating our seven different business units—each with its own unique set of capabilities—has allowed us to do more for our customers than ever before,” Tom Schabel said. These capabilities now include: Aluminum Extrusion – Using certified aluminum materi- als, automated extrusion presses and Kevlar handling system, along with ISO-certified facilities, the company provides an ideal environment to develop precision aluminum extrusions. Stretch Forming and Bending – After the aluminum has been extruded, customers can take advantage of the compa-
ny’s stretch forming, rotary bending, push bending, three-roll bending or twin-head bending abilities. Chemical Finishing – A host of metal finishing services, including painting, plating, anodization, hardcoating, and Ex- tremEtch—a proprietary aluminum etch process for producing a uniform deep matte finish and effectively hiding machine marks and abrasions. Precision Machining – Using four and five-axis machin-
ing centers with vertical, horizontal and long-bed capabilities, degreed CNC programmers and machinists mill, turn, grind, hone, hob, and broach ferrous and nonferrous-based products. Fabrication – From simple notching and swedging to complex punching requirements, coupled with TIG and MIG welding expertise. Assembly – Be it a subassembly or a complete assembly to
produce a final, packaged product ready for retail distribution. Heat Sinks – From circuit-board level to high power, the company designs and manufactures a variety of heat sinks.
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