Aluminum for Marine Use

Marine aluminum refers to all the alloys suitable for marine-related applications, specifically as components in shipbuilding. The resistance to corrosion, lightness, and durability it offers are unparalleled. Find out more on this page and take a look at Profall’s extrusions.
 

Here’s the content you will find on this page:

• What is marine aluminum
• Profall’s solutions
   

What is marine aluminum and what is it used for

Aluminum alloys for marine use are materials that find widespread application in the naval field because of their features. When it comes to building ships, vessels, and other types of boats, it is fundamental to use a metal that is:

• corrosion resistant
• strong and lightweight
• versatile
• long-lasting

Aluminum offers all these qualities. That’s why it is the material of choice in this industry. It can be used to create modular structures and as a component for fundamental parts of ships, such as:

• hulls
• deckhouses and cabins
• masts, propellers, and davits
• tubing and wiring
• hatch frames, cleats, and rub rails

Marine aluminum equipment provides all the benefits listed above while still allowing for the construction of ships and boats with increased speed and exceptional durability. Let alone the fact that aluminum is recyclable, which makes it a sustainable solution compared to other metals.
 

Profall’s aluminum solutions for marine use

There are several types of aluminum profiles for marine use. The main extrusions concerning shipbuilding are:

• T-tracks and H sections
• square, round, and flat bars
• corner extrusions
• square, round, and rectangular tubing
• U channels and double ducts
• glazing extrusions

You can find all of them in Profall’s catalog:

The marine aluminum we offer can either be standard or special. If you can’t find the ideal solution right away, you can always ask for the customization of the profile you’re looking for. It will be manufactured in the shape, size, and dimensional tolerance you need.

Aluminum for marine use can also undergo several surface treatments, including RAL painting and – most of all – anodizing. This finishing allows to obtain an extrusion that is exceptionally resistant and offers a unique esthetic appeal.