ELLWOOD Aluminum’s glossary of terms is designed to help you better understand the terminology commonly used in the aluminum manufacturing industry. Below, we provide key definitions to guide you as you explore our products and services.
Aluminum Billet: A solid, cylindrical piece of aluminum that serves as a starting material for extrusion, forging, or other manufacturing processes. ELLWOOD Aluminum specializes in producing high-quality aluminum billets to meet a range of industrial needs.
Aluminum Billet Manufacturer: A company that specializes in producing high-quality aluminum billets—solid, cylindrical castings used as raw material for extrusion, forging, and other manufacturing processes.
Aluminum Cast Plate: A high-strength aluminum product created through the casting process, offering excellent dimensional stability for machining and fabrication.
Aluminum Foundry: A facility where molten aluminum is poured into molds to create custom shapes and products, including billets, slabs, and large castings. ELLWOOD Aluminum’s state-of-the-art aluminum foundry ensures precision and reliability in every casting.
Aluminum Slab: A rectangular bar of aluminum that is processed further through rolling or machining into sheets, plates, or specialty products.
Large Aluminum Castings: Custom-made aluminum components of substantial size, produced through advanced casting methods for demanding industrial applications, such as aerospace and energy.
Machining: A manufacturing process that removes material from an aluminum billet, slab, or plate to create precision parts with exact dimensions and specifications.
Thermal Stability: A property of aluminum indicating its ability to retain mechanical strength and structural integrity when exposed to high temperatures during use.
Tolerance: The permissible variation in the measurements of aluminum products, ensuring consistency and precision for specific applications.
