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Manufacturing Process of the Aluminum Alloy AA6063 for Engineering Applications

Authors/Creators

  • 1. Department of Production and Management, Polytechnic University of Tirana, Albania
  • 2. Energy Department, Polytechnic University of Tirana, Albania
  • 3. Mechanical Department, Polytechnic University of Tirana, Albania
  • 4. Everest Construction Group, Albania
  • 5. Department of Metallurgy, University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

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Aluminium alloys 6063 is a widely used material in various industries due to its favourable properties and versatility. Some common applications are in the fields of transportation, architectural applications, industrial applications, electrical enclosures, solar panel frames, heat sinks and sporting goods. Corrosion resistance, mechanical properties and cost less have made many researchers and manufacturers to focus on it. Furthermore, our paper will be focused on the manufacturing process of aluminium alloy AA6063 for usage in engineering applications. The main used processes were alloy formations, heat treatment, extrusion, cooling and aging which have been used respectively for improvement the mechanical properties and finishing operations. Quality control has been realized for ensuring the quality of the products. 

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