Knowledge for your next projectTechnical Resources
Prepare your drawings, compare materials and finishes, and understand what needs to be confirmed before production. These resources combine practical inquiry guides, manufacturing advice, answers to purchasing questions and completed project examples to support your discussions with our sales and engineering teams.
Can you manufacture to our drawing?+
Yes. We review customer drawings for architectural and industrial aluminum profiles, including the section geometry, wall thicknesses, alloy, temper, finish and critical assembly tolerances. Send DWG, DXF or PDF drawings, or STEP, STP or IGS models. Our engineering team confirms feasibility before tooling. The numbered die drawing requires your written approval, and trial samples are checked and submitted for acceptance before bulk production.
How is the minimum order quantity confirmed?+
Minimum order quantity is assessed by the total weight of each profile section and color, in kilograms or metric tons. Existing dies and mill-finish profiles generally allow lower minimums. New custom dies, special powder colors, wood-grain finishes and partner-provided anodizing require a review of die size, profile weight per meter and production setup losses. We confirm the minimum for your specification; no single quantity applies to every project.
How are die costs calculated?+
Die fees depend on section size, complexity and required press tonnage. Payment is due after drawing approval and before die manufacture. Depending on the die, eligible fees can be refunded when orders for that profile reach an agreed cumulative threshold, generally 5–20 metric tons. We confirm the terms for each die. If a trial does not meet the approved drawing, we correct or remake the die at no charge for that correction. Customer design changes after approval may incur additional costs.
How are sample and production lead times confirmed?+
For standard dies, die manufacture and the initial extrusion trial usually take 7–15 days after drawing approval and receipt of the die fee. Section complexity, die size, press scheduling and further adjustments can affect this timing. We share trial results and any revised trial date. Bulk production is scheduled after sample approval and receipt of the deposit. Its lead time is confirmed based on the order quantity and final production plan.
