Aluminum extrusion innovation and technology are driving advancements in industries like aerospace, defense, and infrastructure. Taber Extrusions leads the way, using cutting-edge machinery like the Haas VF12 CNC and friction stir welding to produce high-quality extrusion billets, micro-extrusions, and custom profiles.

With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Taber continues to innovate, offering superior aluminum solutions. This blog highlights their technological journey, including the upcoming SMS Press set for 2026.

Taber Extrusions has achieved significant technological milestones, establishing itself as a leader in the aluminum extrusion industry. Taber’s aluminum extrusion innovation and technology started on its founding in 1973, Taber has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, expanding its capabilities with strategic facility acquisitions, advanced machinery, and cutting-edge processes. This timeline highlights key progressions, underscoring Taber’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Taber acquires an extrusion facility in Gulfport, Mississippi, providing easy access to ports and industrial scraps. This facility includes two additional presses and a cast house, increasing their in-house capabilities to cast, extrude, and fabricate products.

The Russellville facility expands to include comprehensive fabrication capabilities, featuring the B&O B-800 series, Marvel band saws, machining centers, and a Zeiss coordinate measuring machine for precision and quality control. Taber also installs the 8600-ton extrusion press, significantly enhancing their ability to produce extensive, complex aluminum profiles.

Taber adds 7-inch billet molds to their existing 9”, 11”, 16”, and 20” diameter molds, increasing billet capacity by over 30% and enhancing their ability to serve defense, marine, and specialized industries.

In 2018, Taber successfully relocated and initiated its micro-extrusion press lines. This expansion significantly broadened their supply options, offering extrusion solutions, programs, and services. Taber’s latest ultra-precision extrusion manufacturing lines accommodate profiles with a circle size of 3 inches or less and a weight per foot of 1 lb. or less.

Unlike traditional extrusion presses, these micro-extrusion presses can create profiles with a remarkable wall thickness of 0.010 inches and tolerances as tight as +/- 0.001 inches. Designers and engineers now have the flexibility to develop previously impossible profiles to extrude using conventional presses.

Taber integrates friction stir welding technology at their expanded Russellville facility, producing superb welds with minimal distortion. This technique is essential for aerospace, rail, automotive, shipbuilding, transportation, and marine industries.

The addition of the Haas VF12 CNC machine significantly boosts Taber Extrusions’ precision machining capabilities. This advanced equipment allows for producing complex aluminum parts with stringent specifications, enhancing their ability to meet diverse and demanding project requirements.

The Haas VF12 CNC machine features a large working area and high-speed capabilities, making it ideal for machining intricate components with exceptional accuracy and efficiency. This investment underscores Taber’s commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions and maintaining the highest quality standards in their manufacturing processes.

Taber Extrusions plans to commission North America’s largest direct press in 2026 — a 1100-ton press equipped with a 16-inch container. Designed specifically for the aerospace industry, this state-of-the-art installation promises advanced heat solutions and the ability to handle hard and soft alloys. Safety features, precise alignment mechanisms, and stringent quality controls ensure superior performance. As Taber continues to shape the future of aluminum extrusion, this investment underscores their commitment to innovation and excellence.

The 10,000 UST front load direct press incorporates reliability enhancements such as an IAS induction heater for billet taper and a comprehensive Log Wash System. Vertical log storage increases capacity, while the TERS System optimizes energy efficiency, saving 6-8% in consumption. Downstream enhancements include a high-performance multi-spray zone system, quench and cooling simulation, and in-line solution heat treatment meeting rigorous specifications. Taber Extrusions is an industry leader ready to deliver world-class products and services to clients through adjustable racks and an AGV system.

Taber’s aluminum cast house ensures premium extrusion billet production, while their diverse alloy offerings (1xxx-7xxx series) cater to industries like aerospace, defense, and infrastructure. Advanced machinery like the Haas VF12 CNC and friction stir welding (FSW) technology enhance precision and reliability. The upcoming SMS Press in 2026 will further advance large and complex profile production.

Taber’s environmental initiatives reduce energy consumption and costs, backed by ISO 9001:2015 and Nadcap certifications.

Taber’s advanced technologies, such as the SMS Press and friction stir welding, support the production of critical components for aerospace, defense, and infrastructure. Their high-quality aluminum alloys ensure reliability and performance in aerospace applications, while their robust, durable solutions are essential for military projects. In infrastructure, Taber’s maintenance-free aluminum profiles enhance the longevity and sustainability of construction and architectural projects.

Beyond these sectors, Taber has evolved into a multifaceted aluminum extrusion company, serving industries like automotive, marine, and sporting goods. Their comprehensive services include custom extrusion, fabrication, heat treatment, and quality assurance, meeting a wide range of client needs.

Transform your business by partnering with Taber Extrusions, the industry leader in aluminum extrusion innovation and technology. Taber positions itself to deliver reliable, high-quality aluminum extrusion solutions tailored to your needs, leveraging their comprehensive approach and state-of-the-art capabilities. Elevate your projects with precision-engineered profiles, sustainable practices, and unmatched expertise.

Taber Extrusions, located in Russellville, AR, and Gulfport, MS, is highly regarded as a provider of aluminum extrusions to various industries. Their commitment to excellence is evident through advanced processes and state-of-the-art machinery. Beyond military applications, Taber serves markets such as aerospace, automotive, marine, infrastructure, and sporting goods. With ISO 9001 and AS 9100 certifications ensuring quality, Taber is a reliable partner for customers seeking extruded aluminum components and value-added machining services in North America.

Contact Taber Extrusions today and experience the difference of working with a trusted partner committed to excellence and innovation in every aspect of aluminum extrusion.