A Minnesota company recently added an aluminum extrusion press and plans to expand its facility to accommodate the new purchase.
Minnesota manufacturer Alexandria Industries recently invested in a new aluminum extrusion press made by Italian company Presezzi Extrusion Group. Alexandria Industries hopes the press will allow the company to increase its aluminum extrusion capabilities, extrude more complex product features, and hold tighter tolerances, while utilizing a variety of alloys.
“This investment also aligns with our company vision and commitment to excellence,” said Tom Schabel, CEO, Alexandria Industries. “The new system will provide robust extruded aluminum components for our customers, while providing us continued business growth into the future.”
Alexandria Industries will work with Presezzi Extrusion to customize the press to meet specific needs of the company. The press will be equipped with new automation and mechanical technology, including:
- a magnetic billet heating system
- the ability to push harder alloys
- automation, quench, and safety management systems
- an automated log handling and washing system
“We are delighted to be working with Alexandria Industries to provide our latest advancements in extrusion system technologies,” said Bruno Donada, area manager, Presezzi Extrusion Group. “The company’s collaborative culture fits perfectly with the way we run our business. This new partnership will generate business opportunities in the high-value aluminum extrusion industry for both companies.”
To accommodate the new press along with its Kevlar handling system, the company plans to add 19,000 square feet of space to its manufacturing facility located in Alexandria, Minnesota.
