apt Group commissions its new black anodizing plant at the Roermond site in July 2024
With the new black anodizing plant, the apt Group is responding to the increased demand for colour-anodized aluminium profiles. This demand is primarily from customers who use aluminum profiles with increased corrosion resistance for their end products.
The benefits of color-anodized surfaces extend beyond corrosion resistance. In particular, the following advantages should be mentioned here:
- Aesthetics: Coloured anodized surfaces are often used for decorative and aesthetic purposes. This is particularly the case in architecture, the manufacture of housings for electronic devices, automotive parts and other high-quality products where an elegant appearance is desired.
- Electrical insulation: The anodized layer is electrically insulating, making anodized parts ideal for electronic applications.
- Hardness and wear resistance: The anodized surface can increase the hardness and wear resistance of the metal, which is an advantage in applications with high mechanical loads.
- Corrosion protection: Anodizing forms a protective layer on the aluminium surface that protects the underlying metal from corrosion.
- Marking and labeling: Colored anodized surfaces can be used for engraving and labeling, which is useful in various industries, including aerospace
Overall, black or color anodizing is a versatile process that is used in various industries to improve the performance and appearance of aluminum components.
The apt Group is now offering its customers the additional processing they require at its anodizing plant in Roermond. Roger Palmen, site manager in Roermond, is delighted: ” We are delighted to be able to offer our customers an additional service in aluminum processing with our expanded product range. We have already received many inquiries – which of course confirms our decision all the more.”