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Which quenching method we choose depends on the aluminium alloy, and on which properties we want to achieve with the extruded profile.

Material science
Why we quench extruded aluminium profiles
By Jing Liu, Hydro Apr 23, 2024
The deck and superstructure of Hangar Bridge in Trondheim, Norway, will be constructed in aluminium. (Illustration courtesy of Statens Vegvesen)

Material properties
Why we are going to see more aluminium in bridges
By Thomas B. Svendsen, Hydro Oct 04, 2023
Oyster Tempo is a vacuum-insulated food and drink cooler that utilizes several of aluminium's key properties.

Material properties
How we use the thermal properties of aluminium to create an innovative cooler
By Ian Sandmæl, Editorial contributor Sep 28, 2023
The Dutch company Swapfiets is aiming to build a 100% circular bicycle.

Sustainable design
Why going circular is a win-win for business and society
By Richard Burger, Editorial contributor Aug 08, 2023
Material science
Why carmakers need new aluminium alloys
By Jonas Braam, Hydro Jan 03, 2022
Sustainable design
How you can improve the circularity of your products
By Sasja Fransen, Editorial contributor Nov 23, 2021
©Dan Dryer A/S

Design thinking
Product design with extruded aluminium
By Hugo Dines Schmidt, Editorial contributor Aug 07, 2021
Manufacturing
Know the differences between friction welding techniques
By Wojciech Osikowicz, Hydro Aug 06, 2021
Material properties
What aluminium alloys are best for bicycle frames?
By Susanne Koch, Hydro Jun 09, 2021
Material properties
How aluminium is competing with steel on long suspension bridge girders
By Thomas B. Svendsen, Hydro Jan 15, 2021
Manufacturing
Lighter agricultural equipment solves soil compaction
By Imme Ahrens, Hydro Jan 05, 2021
Products that come in light materials, like aluminium, and flexible sizes, allow you to maximize the amount of natural light in your home.

Design thinking
How curtain walls can maximize the natural light in your home office
By Øyvind Gismervik, Hydro Dec 23, 2020
Expert thoughts
In the cold, aluminium gets stronger
By Stanislaw Zajac, Hydro Dec 01, 2020
Sustainable design
How photovoltaics can be integrated into the façade
By Patrick Lahbib, Hydro Nov 30, 2020
Sustainable design
Why aluminium makes sense for complex cabins
By Uwe Rastel, Editorial contributor Nov 30, 2020
Material properties
Why you should use aluminium in icy waters
By Stanislaw Zajac, Hydro Nov 26, 2020
Design thinking
How material advances are changing vehicle engineering
By Barnaby Struthers, Hydro Nov 10, 2020
Aluminium facades can help your building respond in the way you wish when seismic movement occurs. ©iStock

Design thinking
Why you should consider aluminium facades to help withstand earthquakes
By Patrick Lahbib, Hydro Nov 08, 2020
Material properties
Choose your lighting column, with care
By Bas van Boxtel, Hydro Oct 19, 2020
Material science
Adhesive bonding in multi-material concepts
By Martin Schön, Hydro Oct 05, 2020
Manufacturing
How modern warehouses are using aluminium
By Katarzyna Piekarska, Hydro Sep 22, 2020
Material science
Aluminium burns, and other misconceptions
By Jan Strid, Editorial contributor Sep 19, 2020
Expert thoughts
Predictable in case of fire
By Arjan Bouvy, Hydro Sep 19, 2020
Material properties
How aluminium provides effective fire protection offshore
By Arjan Bouvy, Hydro Sep 18, 2020
Material properties
Why you should choose aluminium for your window
By Mark Spencer, Editorial contributor Sep 12, 2020
Material properties
Aluminium a seaworthy alternative
By Chris Moyle, Hydro Aug 27, 2020
Expert thoughts
Strength and corrosion resistance with aluminium alloy 5052
By Mark Winker, Hydro Jul 17, 2020
Material properties
Which wall thickness should you choose for your aluminium product?
By Martin Schön, Hydro Jul 05, 2020
Sustainable design
Future-proof your building with aluminium
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Jun 30, 2020
Material properties
Why your next living room design project should use aluminium windows
By Frank Føleide, Hydro Jun 25, 2020
Material science
A quick guide to understanding aluminium temper designations
By Susanne Koch, Hydro Jun 09, 2020
Manufacturing
How you can lightweight cars with superplastic forming
By Reinhard Pritzlaff, Hydro May 14, 2020
Friction stir welding

Design thinking
Friction stir welding – increasing design freedom and cutting costs
By Wojciech Osikowicz, Hydro May 04, 2020
Design thinking
Slim design, strong shelves
By Joep Melis, Editorial contributor Apr 27, 2020
Manufacturing
Why unitized element facades of aluminium work well on wooden buildings
By Frank Føleide, Hydro Apr 22, 2020
Manufacturing
Benefits of forged aluminium in automotive suspension parts
By Lars Moen, Hydro Apr 01, 2020
Sustainable design
More aluminium in agricultural tractor of the future
By Imme Ahrens, Hydro Mar 23, 2020
Material properties
The link between alloys and tolerances
By Wout Polderman, Hydro Jan 31, 2020
Material properties
Why structural projects need ductile metals like aluminium
By Freddy Leijon, Hydro Jan 24, 2020
Material properties
Aluminium and the green urban ferry
By Shapes editorial, Hydro Nov 28, 2019
Material properties
Bamboo meets aluminium in innovative bicycle
By Elliot Quinn, Editorial contributor Jul 13, 2019
Manufacturing
Hot metal gas forming of aluminium for automotive
By Conny Falk, Hydro Jun 21, 2019