| 1. |
Sketch – a simple hand sketch or
detailed CAD drawing will get you started. |
| 2. |
End use – the final application will aid in the
best determination of alloy selection and required tolerances. |
| 3. |
Alloy and Temper, if available – Almag’s
team will provide support in alloy selection. |
| 4. |
Critical Dimensions – many profiles mate with
other shapes or must fit within a specified space. Sharing
this information at the design stage will lead to the
greatest impact on profile performance. |
| 5. |
Exposed Surface – very important information.
We want your extrusions to look their best. |
| 6. |
Secondary Fabrication – final fabrication can
affect the profile design. Extrusion design can help reduce
costs through near-net shape extrusion and aid in effectiveness
of additional operations. |
| 7. |
Packaging – knowing early will save time and
cost later. |
| 8. |
Quantities – production quantities impact costs
from part price to tooling selection to fabrication. |
| 9. |
Cut Length – plays an integral part in determining
costs and production parameters. |
| 10. |
Required Time Frame – production times vary greatly
depending upon finished part requirements. Please specify
your ideal delivery requirements. |
