Question 1

Which aluminium alloys and tempers does HAQ Aluminium extrude?

Accepted Answer

Our presses run 6000-series billet, primarily 6063 and 6063A in T5 and T6 temper for architectural systems, and 6061/6082 for structural and industrial sections such as loom beams, angles and heat sinks. Alloy certificates and mill test reports are issued with every export shipment.

Question 2

What surface finishes are available for export orders?

Accepted Answer

We deliver mill finish, anodised (10–25 micron), electrostatic powder coating in RAL and custom shades, wood-grain sublimation and matt or gloss textures. Powder coating is applied in-house on a vertical line with chromate-free pre-treatment for controlled film build.

Question 3

What is the minimum order quantity and typical lead time?

Accepted Answer

Standard catalogue profiles ship from stock. Custom dies typically require 500 kg per profile per colour, with die tooling completed in 7–10 working days and mass production in 15–25 working days depending on finish and packing specification.

Question 4

Can HAQ Aluminium develop a custom die from a buyer's drawing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our in-house die design team reviews DWG/DXF or STEP files for extrudability, wall-thickness balance and tolerance class, then produces H13 tooling and a first-article sample for dimensional approval before mass production.

Question 5

Which quality standards are applied during production?

Accepted Answer

Every batch is checked for chemical composition, Webster hardness, straightness, dimensional tolerance to EN 12020 / ASTM B221 guidance, coating film thickness, cross-hatch adhesion and salt-spray performance. Inspection records are archived per heat and lot number.