Aluminum presents manufacturers and end-users with several benefits over other materials, including  

Strong, but lightweight construction. Aluminum demonstrates an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Aluminum and aluminum alloys can exhibit strength equal to steel with one-third of the weight. 

Durability. Aluminum material exhibits resistance to various environmental factors, including corrosive substances and UV radiation. This quality ensures a longer service life of aluminum products. 

Flexibility and ease of fabrication. As aluminum is available in a variety of alloys with varying properties, it can be worked by several different manufacturing processes—including rolling, extrusion, forging, casting, etc.—for virtually any application. 

Non-combustible. While aluminum does melt at around 600 degrees Fahrenheit, it does not burn or release potentially harmful gases. 

Thermally and electrically conductive. Aluminum offers high electrical and thermal conductivity properties, enabling it to be used in electrical and thermal transfer applications. 

Recyclability. Aluminum is highly recyclable, allowing manufacturers to use and reuse materials for construction applications.