Aluminium is an extraordinary substance with an incredible life span, natural corrosion inhibitors,...
Anodising and the environment
Anodising is the all-electric transformation of the surface of the aluminium without the addition of paint or powders. Its outstanding environmental credentials are now becoming well recognised.
With AAF anodising transitioning to renewable electricity, it will be the first choice in the future, where sustainability and achieving net zero carbon emissions are the focus.
Compared to other aluminium finishes, anodising has the:
- Lowest initial carbon footprint
- Longest serviceable life
- Lowest cost in recycling
CPD: Meeting Architectural Design Goals For Finishing Aluminium, While Reducing Environmental Impacts
The new Architectural CPD course, "Meeting Architectural Design Goals for Finishing Aluminium, While Reducing Environmental Impacts", delivers practical insights into the major aluminium coating types and the environmental, aesthetic, and durability matters that architects, designers, and specifiers should consider.
By the conclusion of the course, you should understand:
- The manufacturing and finishing process of aluminium architectural products, including supply chain energy and emissions impacts
- The role of coatings in ensuring robust durability that meets relevant Australian standards and codes while providing desired aesthetic benefits
- Decision factors for specifying aluminium product coatings, identifying the trade-offs relating to performance, aesthetics and lifecycle environmental costs
We invite you to participate for free at CPD Live now.
AAF Evergrain® is more durable than sublimation
Australia’s most durable woodgrain finish is made possible with Evergrain®. The unique combination of powder coating process, technology, and DULUX super-durable powders maximises surface durability and sustains a consistent appearance throughout its life.
Evergrain's multi-layer, powder-on-powder woodgrain finish offers unmatched durability and colour retention compared to common sublimation process woodgrain finishes. Evergrain’s use of only super durable architectural-grade powders, without the sublimation ink process, guarantees the grain to be more than twice as durable as sublimation.
DULUX super-durable powders are supported by Alumi Shield™ warranties, which guarantee the durability of the coated aluminium for 25 years and colour retention for 20 years.
Evergrain® delivers several sustainability advantages. Powder coating produces less waste and volatile organic compounds than liquid paint. Its extended surface durability lowers its whole-of-life emissions. The aluminium substrate is endlessly recyclable. Plus, it delivers the beauty of natural timber without the impacts of forestry.
About Australian Aluminium Finishing
Australian Aluminium Finishing (AAF) is Australia’s largest independent aluminium finisher. We operate three plants in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Incorporating 11 production facilities that provide the highest quality anodising, wood-grain, and powder coating finishes for architectural aluminium throughout Australia and Southeast Asia.
With a rich history spanning nearly fifty years, AAF was established with a clear vision of specialisation and excellence in surface finishing. This unwavering vision continues to be the cornerstone of our operations.
Today, AAF is regarded as the expert in aluminium finishing throughout Australia.
Contact us to see how we can help your business today.
