Welding of aluminum includes processes in which aluminum parts are permanently joined by melting and solidifying at the joints. Aluminium requires special welding techniques as it oxidizes easily and has high thermal conductivity.
Frequent procedures
- MIG welding (metal inert gas welding): Suitable for larger and thicker aluminum parts.
- TIG welding (tungsten inert gas welding): Precise method for thin materials and high-quality weld seams.
- Friction welding: Often used in industrial series production.
Applications
- Body construction in the automotive industry.
- Production of ship and aircraft parts.
- Constructions in façade construction.