The workability of aluminum profiles is excellent. There is considerable variation in machining characteristics among the various deformed and cast aluminum alloys, and in the various states that these alloys are produced in, requiring special machine tools or techniques.

Formability

    The specific tensile strength, yield strength, ductility and corresponding work hardening rate govern the variation in allowable deformation.

Recyclability

    Aluminum is extremely recyclable and the properties of recycled aluminum are almost indistinguishable from virgin aluminum.