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Welcome, Guest You have to register before you can post on our site. Username    Password    Remember me Search Forums (Advanced Search) Forum Statistics » Members: 57,281 » Latest member: Emmettspish » Forum threads: 7,712 » Forum posts: 8,578 Full Statistics Online Users There are currently 293 online users. » 3 Member(s) | 287 Guest(s) Applebot, Bing, Google, CharlesSyday, Emmettspish, Kennethoriem Latest Threads Looking for suppliers – A... Forum: Buying Leads Last Post: askaluadmin 09-12-2025, 08:12 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 2,789 Sell Aluminum 6063 Forum: Selling Leads Last Post: askaluadmin 09-12-2025, 08:00 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 2,748 Is a carbide drill best o... Forum: aluminium faq Last Post: toyota1515 09-10-2025, 09:18 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 5,285 5052-H32 aluminum sheets ... Forum: Knowledge & Technique Last Post: toyota1515 09-04-2025, 02:42 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 4,070 Advantages of Haomei Alum... Forum: Knowledge & Technique Last Post: hmwadeseo 09-02-2025, 07:11 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 3,838 Advantages of Aluminum Co... Forum: Knowledge & Technique Last Post: hmwadeseo 09-02-2025, 07:08 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 3,650 What is the function of p... Forum: aluminium faq Last Post: hmwadeseo 08-11-2025, 06:33 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 8,307 What is this aluminum cla... Forum: aluminium faq Last Post: hmwadeseo 07-28-2025, 06:35 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 8,528 5 Reasons to Use Aluminum... Forum: Knowledge & Technique Last Post: hmwadeseo 07-28-2025, 06:33 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 4,046 What Is Aluminum Cladding... Forum: aluminium faq Last Post: hmwadeseo 07-28-2025, 06:32 AM » Replies: 0 » Views: 7,370

What's the application of an aluminum tread diamond plate on stairs? Posted by: aluhm - 01-10-2018, 12:41 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - Replies (3) aluminium diamond tread plate is a high-cost modern materials, there are many types of furniture in a wide range of uses, such as refrigerators, air conditioners, cars, platforms, packaging pipes, screen skeleton, a variety of hanging beams, table legs, Handle, cable trough and cover, chair, and so on. aluminium diamond tread plate The stair as transportation facilities of vertical transportation and emergency evacuation, large flow of people, slope steep, easy to be dangerous in use, so, it’s necessary to adopt slideproof measures on the stairs. It’s a good choose to use Aluminium diamond tread plateto produce stairs. haomei Aluminium can manufacturer diamond tread Aluminium plate, also called non-slip aluminum plate, is the aluminum products through pressing process to form various patterns on the surface, have good non-slide effect , the typical usage is to produce slide proof bottom aluminum plate and non-slide step stair or used in packaging, architecture, curtain wall etc. On the train stairs, we often see the exist of non-slide aluminum plate. The 1 series, 3 series, 5 series and 6 series Aluminium alloy products in haomei Aluminium all can be made into diamond tread Aluminium plate. Common are 1060 diamond treadAluminum plate, 3003 diamond tread aluminium plate, 5052 diamond tread aluminium plate and 6061 diamond tread Aluminium plate etc, many kinds, can meet the need of different customers. Each series of Aluminium diamond plate in haomei Aluminium all have well anti-corrosion performance, better brazing performance, as well as strong strength, good form ability, easy processing. Corporation also has a fast on-line quenching line, not only guarantee the quality of products, but also improve the processing performance ofdiamond tread aluminum plate. Use the aluminum diamond plate which was manufacturer by haomei aluminium to produce stair steps not only non-slide, but also have non-corrision and rust-proof performance   How to Paint the Aluminum Frames Around Screen Doors Posted by: aluhm - 01-09-2018, 10:02 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - No Replies Aluminum screen doors, also known as storm doors, typically serve a functional rather than aesthetic purpose. For this reason, you'll often find screen door frames in gray, black and brown. But you can spice up your entryway and add a little flair to the door's functionality with a few cans of spray paint and a lazy weekend. 1 Unscrew the screen door frame using an electric drill. Remove the screws that secure the door's hardware, trim and hinges. Remove the screen door and its trim. Place the door on sawhorses or a large work bench that you don't mind staining with paint. Put the screws in a safe and easy-to-remember place. 2 Scratch away loose rust on the door with a stiff wire brush. 3 Saturate a cleaning rag with a solution of mild dish detergent and warm water. Scrub the aluminum frame thoroughly. Rinse it clean with a rag saturated with only water. Buff the door dry. 4 Sand the entire surface of the door frame with 80- to 120-grit sandpaper. Affix the paper to a sanding block and sand in one direction. Sand until the aluminum is dull to promote paint adhesion. Clean up sanding dust with a tack cloth. 5 Dampen a cleaning rag with degreaser. Wipe the entire surface of the aluminum door. 6 Cover the screens or glass of the door frame with newspaper. Secure the newspaper to these areas with painter's tape to avoid overspray. 7 Spray the surface of the aluminum door with self-etching spray primer or primer formulated for clean metal. Hold the nozzle about 8 inches from the door. Keep the can in motion, spraying in slow, even, sweeping strokes to prevent drips. Overlap each new stroke slightly. Allow the primer to dry according to the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Apply a coat of metal spray paint to the door just as you did the spray primer. Allow the first coat to dry and apply additional coats as needed. Let paint dry completely according to the manufacturer's directions. 9 Repeat the process for the underside of the door and any matching trim. 10 Remove the painter's tape slowly and dispose of the newspaper. Reattach the door's hardware, trim and hinges with an electric drill. Things You Will Need Electric drill Sawhorses Wire brush Mild dish detergent Cleaning rags Sandpaper Sanding block Tack cloth Degreaser Painter's tape Newspaper Self-etching spray primer Metal spray paint Tip Substitute mineral spirits or denatured alcohol if a degreaser is not available. Warnings Always spray paint in a well-ventilated area. Wear work goggles, gloves, a mask and protective clothing. Read and following any warnings or instructions provided by the spray paint's manufacturer. [url=http://popup.taboola.com/en/?template=colorbox&utm_source=hearstlocalnews-sfgatecom&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=thumbnails-a:Below%20Article%20Thumbnails%20-%20Demand:][/url]   How to Take the Paint Off Old Aluminum Window Frames Posted by: askaluadmin - 01-09-2018, 10:01 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - No Replies When you're repainting your house, it can be all too easy to smear paint on your aluminum window frames, even if you carefully taped off the area. Or perhaps you moved into your house and the previous owners had painted over the frames. You can remove the paint to restore the original beauty of the aluminum and to prevent erosion. 1 Scrape large portions of paint from the aluminum frame with a plastic putty knife, taking care not to scratch or damage the aluminum. 2 Wipe the area clean of debris with a soft, damp rag. 3 Don a respirator and gloves. Apply paint solvent to the remaining paint with a soft rag. Allow the solvent to sit for 30 seconds. 4 Wipe away the paint using a clean, soft rag. 5 Reapply solvent to any remaining paint and allow it to sit. Remove the paint with a clean, soft rag. Things You Will Need Plastic putty knife Rags Respirator Gloves Paint stripping solvent Small paintbrush Tip You can use an aluminum sealant or wax to protect it against oxidization, rust or other damage from exposure to the elements Warnings Do not use a metal putty knife to scrape the paint. The metal in the knife is heavier than the aluminum and easily scratches or gouges aluminum. Only use sandpaper or steel wool to remove paint if you plan to repaint the aluminum. Otherwise, you will get unsightly scratches.   How to Repaint an Aluminum Door Posted by: aluhm - 01-09-2018, 10:01 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - No Replies Aluminum is a common material for storm and screen doors, which are installed in front of an exterior door. Aluminum is also used for some bi-fold closet and cabinet doors. Although you can paint aluminum with nearly any paint, exterior-grade spray-paint leaves an even, smooth finish without brushstrokes, and it dries faster and bonds better than latex. Unless you have chosen low- or no-fume spray-paint, work outdoors or in a garage with the main door opened. After painting, the door should look new again. 1 Remove the hinge and pneumatic closer arm screws, if any exist, with a Phillips or flat-head screwdriver and take down the door. A pneumatic closer is a tube-shaped apparatus, usually at the top of a storm or screen door, that closes the door automatically. If the door sits on a track, such as a bi-fold closet door, pull the spring-loaded pegs at the top of the door out of the track and lift the door out of the bottom track. Separate bi-fold doors at the hinges after removing them from the track by removing the hinge screws. 2 Cover the area where you will paint with newspapers or a drop cloth. If you are using saw horses, set them on the newspaper or drop cloth. 3 Lay the door on a flat, horizontal work surface. 4 Clean the door with degreasing cleaner or an ammonia-based cleaner and a rag. An old toothbrush helps clean inside tight areas. Rinse the door by wiping it with a damp sponge, or use a garden hose if you are working outside. Let the door dry completely. 5 Remove the glass or screens, if any exist and if they are removable, by turning the clips or sliding the panel out of its track. If glass or screen is not removable, cover it with newspaper. Trim the newspaper slightly smaller than the glass or screened area with scissors, and tape the newspaper around the perimeter with painter’s tape or masking tape. Tape will stick to most screens. 6 Cover any other parts of the door that you don’t want to paint, such as the handle and weatherstripping, with tape, and trim the edges of the tape with a utility knife. You can remove some of those items if you wish, but it’s simpler to cover them with tape. 7 Put on a pair of protective safety glasses or goggles, a dust mask and chemical-resistant gloves. 8 Sand off any flaked paint with an ultrafine-grit sanding sponge or sandpaper, and wipe off the sanding dust with a rag or sponge. 9 Shake a can of exterior-grade spray-paint to mix the paint. 10 Spray the door lightly, back and forth, overlapping the paint strokes to encourage an even application. Spray the entire door this way. Several light coats of spray paint produce a neater result than fewer thick coats. 11 Let the paint dry, and apply as many more coats as recommended by the paint manufacturer to achieve full coverage. 12 Let the painted door dry for at least 24 hours before turning it over and painting the other side. Things You Will Need Screwdriver, Phillips or flat-head Newspapers Drop cloth Degreasing or ammonia-based cleaner Rags Old toothbrush Sponge Garden hose (optional) Painter’s or masking tape Utility knife Protective eyewear Dust mask Chemical-resistant gloves Sanding sponge or sandpaper, ultrafine grit Exterior-grade spray paint Tips Work in a shady area. Painting in direct sunlight can heat the metal, causing the paint to bubble and peel off. Cleaning glass or screen inserts while they are removed from the door lets you reach the sides, which are usually inaccessible while the panels are installed. Warning If the aluminum door is a garage door, don't take it down. Rent or buy a paint sprayer to paint the door instead of using canned spray-paint, which will produce poor results on a large area. [url=http://popup.taboola.com/en/?template=colorbox&utm_source=hearstlocalnews-sfgatecom&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=thumbnails-a:Below%20Article%20Thumbnails%20-%20Demand:][/url]   How to Paint Aluminum Storm Windows Posted by: aluhm - 01-09-2018, 09:59 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - No Replies The most important step in the process of painting aluminum storm windows is the preparation work. Paint will not adhere to aluminum that is not properly prepared. You must clean the window frames of all dirt and peeling paint, and apply primer before you can paint the windows. Skipping these vital steps could cost you more in the long run. Take the time to do the preparation work to avoid a flaking paint job. Surface preparation is the key to a high-quality paint finish. 1 Clean the aluminum storm window frames well, wiping with dish soap and water. Remove grease and dirt with a semi-abrasive scouring pad. Allow the aluminum storm windows to dry completely. 2 Sand the aluminum storm window frames using a sanding block or 100-grit sandpaper to remove all loose, flaking or peeling paint. Use a small hand broom to sweep off the sanding dust and loose paint chips. Wash the window frames again and then rinse them with clean water. Allow the window frames to dry completely. 3 Cover the glass areas of the aluminum storm windows with masking paper. Secure the paper using masking tape. Cover all areas around the storm windows that you do not want painted. 4 Shake a can of primer for the time recommended by the manufacturer. Apply the primer to the aluminum storm windows in short, sweeping motions. Allow the primer to dry completely. Sand any areas that appear bubbled. Clean the window frames of all sanding dust. Apply a second coat of the primer. 5 Shake a can of metal paint for the time recommended by the manufacturer. Hold the can approximately 1 foot from the aluminum storm windows and apply a light coat of paint to the surface using smooth, sweeping motions. Allow the paint to dry for the amount of time recommended by the manufacturer. Apply a second coat of paint. Allow the paint to dry for the amount of time recommended by the manufacturer. You can apply several light coats of paint until you achieve adequate paint coverage. 6 Remove the masking paper and tape from the windows. Clean any over-spray from the windows using a paint scraper. Things You Will Need Dish soap Semi-abrasive scouring pad Sanding block 100-grit sandpaper Broom Masking paper Masking tape Primer Metal paint Scraper Tip Use a rust-inhibiting metal primer and follow with a rust-inhibiting metal paint to ensure a long-lasting paint finish. Warnings Shake the can for the full amount of time recommended by the manufacturer to ensure a successful paint job. Paint contains fumes. Wear a mask and work in a well-ventilated area   How to Repaint Aluminum Clad Windows Posted by: aluhm - 01-09-2018, 09:58 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - No Replies Aluminum-clad windows have a solid wood interior encased in aluminum for durability. The casings have the appearance of wooden trim, but the aluminum covering protects the wood from damage. The paint on aluminum-clad windows is made to last for many years and is often warrantied by the manufacturer. When the paint becomes faded or chipped, or you just want to change the color of the casings, you can paint your aluminum-clad windows. 1 Wipe the casings with a clean cloth dipped in mineral spirits to remove built-up dirt and grime. Clean the windows with mild soap and water. Rinse with water and allow it to dry. 2 Sand the aluminum with 120-grit sandpaper to scuff the surface. Remove dust with a dry cloth. 3 Apply a coat of metal-bonding primer to the aluminum casings with a paintbrush. Allow it to dry completely. 4 Paint the casings with an acrylic latex paint of the desired color. Allow it to dry completely before applying a second coat, if desired. Things You Will Need Clean cloth Mineral spirits Mild soap and water 120-grit sandpaper Dry cloth Metal-bonding primer Paintbrush Acrylic latex paint   How to Cut Thin Aluminum Posted by: askaluadmin - 01-09-2018, 09:56 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - No Replies Auto hobbyists and handypersons sometimes have the need to cut aluminum sheeting, and don't always have the luxury of going to a metalworking shop to take care of it. Thankfully, aluminum is strong, but not as tough as steel, and sheeting is thin to begin with. Cutting thin aluminum should require no more than a few basic tools, and is therefore a task that can be easily tackled either on the spot or from any reasonably well-equipped garage. 1 Set the piece of aluminum on a table or over sawhorses, and position it so the cutting area has open space underneath it. Clamp the aluminum down. 2 Mark the start and stopping point of your cut with a grease pencil, or some similar implement that marks on sheet metal. With the aid of a ruler or yardstick, draw a straight line between the two marks. 3 Apply a handheld rotary tool fitted with a fiberglass reinforced cut-off wheel accessory to the cutting line. Cut down the line using slow, steady and even pressure. Do not overtly force the tool forward using your main strength, and take care to stay within the line. Things You Will Need Table or sawhorses Clamps Handheld rotary tool with fiberglass reinforced cut-off wheels Tip A power cutting tool fitted with a metal cut-off wheel can perform this task just as well as the handheld rotary tool. Avoid using cutting bits instead of cut-off wheels, however, as they become quickly clogged with bits of aluminum. Warning Always wear leather work gloves and safety goggles when cutting any metal, but particularly aluminum. Bits of hot aluminum will fly during this procedure.   what is a good aluminum plate that will bend without tearing? Posted by: toyota1515 - 01-09-2018, 07:34 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - Replies (1) I am trying to make some skid plates but when i put my bend in it, it tears or snaps off. What kind would be good for this.   welding aluminum 3003vs 6061 Posted by: toyota1515 - 01-09-2018, 07:32 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - Replies (2) I have probably 10,000 hrs experience with mig welding steel of various alloys, but when it comes to aluminum, beyond what I learned in welding school, I am a rookie! Looking at my metal suppliers catalog, it would appear that 3003 is the basic aluminum for general purpose welding and that 6061 is more of an alloy, heat treatable metal. Does this mean it is difficult to weld? i.e. welding makes it more brittle? It seems like most of the shaped pieces like angle, channel, tubing is 6061, plate tends to be 3003. I need aluminum for repairing stock trailers, truck boxes, basic whatever the customer brings in. I've been thinking maybe the best way is to buy sheets of 3003 and just shear and bend it into whatever shape is needed. Any suggestions?   What grade of aluminum diamond plate on the floor of most aluminum car trailers Posted by: toyota1515 - 01-09-2018, 07:25 AM - Forum: aluminium faq - Replies (1) I am working on a design for a 24' aluminum trailer for personal use and want to build it myself in my hobby time. I had assumed the hardness of 6061 tread plate was the go to material but have realized that 3003 is nearly half the price and with all the cost down measures companies are taking these days I am questioning if the cheaper 3003 is the norm ?? Does Anybody know.  I am also considering extruded planking for the floor as an option but not got any pricing as of yet. I realize that the softer 3003 will have to be more carefully braced from underneath to prevent it from getting warpally looking. Does anyone here have insight into trailer building and materials used First Previous Next Last