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15 03, 2016

Aluminum Man: Move Over Tony Stark

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00March 15th, 2016|

Move over Iron Man, the Aluminum Man is here and he’s soaring to all new depths.

Okay, so maybe it’s not called “Aluminum Man”. But we aluminum enthusiasts can dream, right?

The Exosuit, as it is formally known, is the latest and greatest invention from famous Canadian entrepreneur, deep-ocean explorer, scientist, inventor of the Newtsuit, and founder of Nuytco Research Ltd. – Phil Nuytten. CNN recently did a piece on this awesome aluminum apparatus, complete with a video capturing the suit in action.

So, why are we gunning for this aluminum alloy suit to be Marvel’s latest blockbuster?

“The suit has thrusters like the superhero character. But instead of soaring through the air, sea divers use these thrusters to ‘fly’ through the water.”

So. Cool.

“Think about what it must be like to work in a 530-pound aluminum-alloy suit 1,000 feet under water.” All we can think is, incredible.

Here’s some more amazing facts about Aluminum Man:

ADS ( Atmospheric Diving System) ‘Exosuit’ Specifications

General:
-1000 Foot depth rated
-A536 Aluminum Alloy
-Weight 500-600 LBS depending on config

Life support:
-2 Redundant oxygen systems, total capacity 50 hours
-50 hour Carbon Dioxide scrubber
-Back up battery with automatic change over on power failure
-Lung powered scrubber back-up

Propulsion:
-4 x 1.6 HP thrusters (expandable to 8)
-Direct drive, magnetically coupled thrusters
-Quiet operation – Responsive (quick windup)

*Select content courtesy of Nuytco Research Ltd

3 03, 2016

Extruded Aluminum Alloys: Improving Shipbuilding and Repair Efficiency

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00March 3rd, 2016|

Allan Bennett, VP of Sales and Marketing, and Jay Sodera, VP of Technical Services presented their subject, Extruded Aluminum Alloys: Improving Shipbuilding and Repair Efficiency at ShipTech 2016 yesterday.

The presentation covered key areas of focus and recent innovations in shipbuilding technology. New breakthroughs in aluminum alloy composition, along with machining and fabrication techniques are helping pave the way to lighter, faster, more durable marine vessels.

“Taber hopes to shape a stronger – and more economically sustainable – future for the marine industry.”

Taber Extrusions has been a leading supplier of marine aluminum applications for many years, and brought their wealth of shipbuilding knowledge to this year’s conference for shipbuilders, naval directors, and maritime scholars. By working together with those in attendance, Taber hopes to shape a stronger – and more economically sustainable – future for the marine industry.

1 03, 2016

Taber Extrusions presents at ShipTech 2016

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00March 1st, 2016|

It’s anchor’s away here at ShipTech 2016! Taber is here in Charleston, SC presenting our selected abstract on Aluminum Magnesium Alloy AMX602: Potential Naval Armor Applications as well as presenting our subject Extruded Aluminum Alloys: Improving Shipbuilding and Repair Efficiency.

We are so excited to be a part of this elite group of industry experts, naval personnel, and academic professionals discussing how to translate advanced technological manufacturing to achieve affordable fleets. We are here today and tomorrow. (March 1,2)

We hope to leave ShipTech 2016 empowered to achieve the conference’s goal: “reduce total ownership cost of naval ships while enhancing the competitiveness of the domestic shipbuilding industry.”

2 02, 2016

Come Check Us Out at World of Concrete

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00February 2nd, 2016|

Taber Extrusions will be at the World of Concrete trade show Tuesday through Friday, February 2-5.

Taber Extrusions is at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas this week, February 2-5, 2016.

Come swing by the Taber booth, #C6804, to see how we’re shaping a stronger future with complex aluminum extrusions for virtually any application – including concrete. See map for exact location.

While you’re here, you can take a look at (and even hold!) some of our most unique aluminum shapes, grab a pamphlet, learn about our aluminum alloy casting, quiz our experts on their aluminum extrusion knowledge, find our more about our aluminum fabrication services, learn about aluminum machining, meet our company president, take a selfie with our gorgeous booth, steal a pen, …you get the idea.

Thank you, thank you – we’ll be here all week!

Taber Extrusions Booth #C6804

23 12, 2015

Commercialized Christmas, Charlie Brown, and the Aluminum Tree

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00December 23rd, 2015|

A Charlie Brown Christmas debuted 50 years ago this year.

It seems like just yesterday Charlie Brown and his warm-hearted motley crew melted our hearts for the first time with the 1965 premiere of A Charlie Brown Christmas. The classic holiday special turned 50 this year, but the lessons it taught us are as fresh in our minds each year as the first time we saw them. Never, perhaps, has a holiday special illustrated so poignantly “what Christmas is all about.”

Commercial aluminum trees were all the rage in the sixties.

The most evident antagonist to the true spirit of Christmas in the episode, among others such as an awry Christmas production and an empty mailbox, is the presence of the aluminum Christmas tree – a popular staple in American homes during the time. The immense fabrication of the aluminum tree was a symbol of the over-commercialization of the Christmas season; a motif as hollow as the sound it produced whence knocked upon by Charlie Brown. By opting for a sparse little sapling over a “big, shiny aluminum tree” Charlie Brown reminds us that yuletide cheer is not found in the sparkle of commercialism, but the humble authenticity found in the love between friends and family, symbolized by the small but mighty sapling.

While aluminum extrusion, aluminum alloys, and aluminum as a whole is our business, we must admit that we’re happy to see the scratchy, shiny, fabricated fad of the aluminum tree phased out of the holiday season.

From our family here at Taber Extrusions to yours, we wish you warmth and joy this holiday season, and we encourage you to embrace the true spirit of Christmas this year by enjoying it with the best gift of all – your loved ones. Happy holidays!

8 12, 2015

Know Your Aluminum Alloy: Fast Facts Infographic

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00December 8th, 2015|

What are the different types of aluminum alloys? How are they different? Which aluminum alloy is strongest? Least corrosive? What are aluminum alloys used in, and why? Which alloys are the most popular?

What’s the difference between aluminum and an aluminum alloy?

Not to fear, Taber Extrusions is here with all the fast facts you need to know about aluminum alloys! Why? Because choosing the right aluminum alloy is the first step to delivering the best aluminum extrusion for any application. At Taber, we offer the full range of aluminum alloys to meet your extrusion needs, including the 1000 series, 2000 series, 5000 series, 6000 series, and 7000 series. We also offer custom aluminum alloy chemistries for unique project needs.

Taber has extensive experience working with different aluminum alloys to ensure quality and performance. Ongoing research and development keep Taber on the cutting edge of innovation – from aluminum marine applications to new alloy combinations and chemistries. Taber also continues to broaden their aluminum services with increased focus on aluminum machining. New machines and renovations are launching Taber’s aluminum fabrication sector forward in 2016. That means even more unique aluminum shapes and an overall increase in extrusion possibilities.

So whether you’re engineering a commercial aircraft, researching for your science fair project, or impressing your pals at your next dinner party, refer to our Know Your Alloy Infographic whenever you need to brush up on your aluminum alloy facts.

11 11, 2015

Ant Hill Art: Aluminum Casting Goes Viral

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00November 11th, 2015|

Ant hill art – aluminum sculpture of an underground ant colony.

Strong. Intricate. Durable. Sound familiar? No, we’re not talking about Taber Extrusions’ aluminum shapes. We’re talking about ant hills.

The creator of anthillart.com and his website gallery became extremely popular when a video of the artist casting an ant hill sculpture out of a molten aluminum alloys went viral in 2014. And we must admit, from one aluminum casting manufacturer to another, these arthropod aluminum extrusions are pretty impressive.

In the video, the artist pours molten aluminum alloy into the fire ant colony, where the aluminum casts within every nook and cranny of the complex underground colony, creating a perfect aluminum replica of the infamous insect’s habitat. After the aluminum cools, the artist digs up the aluminum anthill, hoses it off, and voila! A biological, aluminum extrusion, scientific work of art.

Photos courtesy of anthillart.com

The aluminum sculptures became an overnight hit, and the internet is now buzzing not only with EBay listings of the famous aluminum shapes and countless photos, but a surprising amount of how-to articles and Do-It-Yourself video tutorials.

Left: Heavily protected workers pour molten aluminum alloys at the Taber Gulfport aluminum cast house facility.
Right: A “Bitty-Q” miniature grill made out of an aluminum can. Perfect for hot dogs and DIY Saturdays.

As an extrusion company that spends a good deal of time around aluminum alloys, pouring pounds of fiery aluminum lava on the front lawn seems a little too intense for our next weekend craft project, not to mention dangerous. (You could light your lawn on fire like this guy did.) We love a good aluminum casting project, but a DIY molten aluminum ant hill casting seems to be a little more extensive than, say, a DIY aluminum can miniature hot dog grill.

But hey, if you readily have access to a heavy-duty furnace burning at 1,220 degrees, 15 pounds of aluminum alloy scrap, and a portable crucible with fireproof tongs – knock yourself out. (And those pesky fire ants, too.)

27 10, 2015

Customer Spotlight – TEMISKO

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00October 27th, 2015|

Russellville, October 27, 2015 – Glass. Timber. Windmills. You name it and, chances are, Temisko has carried it. Located in Quebec, Canada and specializing in custom semi-trailers, Temisko has been leading the industry in creating customized applications for their clients’ unique cross-road carrying needs.

Photo courtesy of Temisko.

With their commitment to quality service, technological advancement, and breadth of applications it’s no wonder that Temisko chooses Taber as their premier provider of aluminum extrusions, despite the many miles between them. At times 1,559 miles, to be exact.

Since their initial partnership in 2013, Taber has shipped hundreds of thousands of pounds of aluminum shapes to Temisko, but their relationship doesn’t stop there. This past summer, Taber proudly sponsored Temisko in a promotional cross country truck rodeo show in Notre-Dame-Du-Nord, Quebec.

This road trip included an exhibition of three Temisko trailers that journeyed across Ontario and Quebec, spreading brand awareness and generating buzz about Taber’s unique extrusion and aluminum fabrication qualifications. If you happened to catch one of the Temisko trailers riding by from Mid-May to July, you probably saw Taber’s logo displayed on one trailer, promoting El Rodeo.

From extrusions to excursions, Taber is proud to partner with Temisko to achieve a common goal: supplying the highest quality aluminum extrusion products and service to their customers in the U.S., Canada, and beyond.

19 10, 2015

Senator Boozman Visits Taber Extrusions

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00October 19th, 2015|

Senator Boozman visited the Taber Russellville plant in early October to learn about their broad scope of capabilities.

Mike McDonald, Inside Sales Manager at Taber Extrusions explains pieces manufactured by Taber to Senator John Boozman.

WASHINGTON— U.S. Senator John Boozman visited Taber Extrusions headquarters in Russellville Thursday to learn from company executives about the manufacturer’s wide range of products they serve including recent innovations in the military, aerospace and automotive industries.

Taber Russellville specializes in complex and ultra-wide and heavy extrusions, manufacturing aluminum parts which competitors consider difficult or even impossible to do.

“As an industry-leader, Taber Extrusions sets a high standard of quality for its products. The company’s commitment to innovation and excellence is unmatched in the industry. I appreciate the opportunity to see the high-tech work performed at the Russellville facility and I’ll continue to promote pro-growth policies that help businesses in Arkansas compete in the global economy,” Boozman said.

Taber is a full-servicer of aluminum extrusions, offering service such as custom aluminum alloy casting, aluminum machining and testing. These value added services further Taber’s ability to manufacture extrusions with custom alloy chemistries and properties that meet stringent specifications, such as those found in aluminum aircraft and aluminum marine applications. Taber is leading the way with exceptional quality products and the broadest capabilities in the aluminum extrusion industry.

“Taber is very proud to be able to provide American manufacturing jobs in Russellville, Arkansas since 1976, and Gulfport, Mississippi since 1995. We are pleased to be able to show some of our unique capabilities to Senator Boozman and appreciate his enthusiasm and support,” Allan Bennett, Taber’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, said.

Read original article here.

29 06, 2015

Aluminum-Based Prints Offer New Form Of Wall Decor

andre2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 29th, 2015|

Aluminum is used for many things: manufacturing, packaging, even preserving foods in the form of aluminum foil. And while it’s been used as an art medium in a number of ways — including 3D printing — printing images on aluminum is a relatively recent development. A company called Aluminyze has sought to make this more commercially accessible, and the results are impressive. From GeekDad:

When Aluminyze offered to send some samples of their aluminum prints, I was a bit skeptical. Too many times, print samples are too small to get a feel for the quality, and only use heavy HDR or over-contrast to blast the senses and cover up any deficiencies in the process or materials. It was refreshing, then, when they told me to pick two sample photos myself and they’d send me both large and small prints of them.

For both prints, hanging was a breeze with the attached float mount that brings the print away from the wall. Aluminyze infuses the photo into the aluminum and then applies a UV resistant coating, providing a waterproof, fade and scratch resistant piece of art that, unlike paper that can get damp, wrinkle, tear, and fade, can be cleaned with regular glass cleaner and safely hung in direct sunlight. At $35 for an 8″x10″, on up to over $600 for a gigantic 40″x60″, aluminum prints are comparable to both framed prints and gallery wrap canvas, yet last longer. Aluminyze also offers a variety of sizes, shapes, and mounts for your photos on their website.

Click on through to see detailed reviews of Aluminyze’s qualities. But the short answer is that the company is delivering high-quality prints on a unique surface that’s protected from the usual wear and tear you’ll see with paper.