Author: Dan Antonios
Company: Franklin Aluminum Co.
Issue #: Vol. 66, No. 5
Year: 2008
Pages: 4
Summary:
This article explains how to eliminate or reduce the amount of extrusion surface defects, specifically for automobile roof racks. Objectives for achieving a capable extrusion rhythm cycle are described, as well as press trials conducted at Franklin Aluminum Co. in Atlanta, GA; extrusion run preparation, monitoring, and control; die, ring, and butt shear configurations before and after improvements; and the results of the tests.
Product Code: art-00177