Aluminum is high in strength, yet low in weight. Aluminum is approximately one third the density of steel. Its light weight reduces installation labor costs, risk of injury, and transportation costs. Tensile strength range: 10,000-100,000 psi.

It’s been said that aluminum is “the metal of the future.” Well, the future is HERE! After oxygen and silicon, aluminum is the most abundant element on earth, making up a full 8% of the Earth’s crust. Aluminum is a highly recyclable building material that retains its quality. The aluminum products Ridgeview Railing sells contain approximately 25% of recycled post-industry aluminum.

Aluminum’s durable finish means it will look great for years and years. Aluminum requires little or no maintenance. Minor cleaning of surface dirt is all that is needed. Its unique properties mean it will not swell, rot, warp, twist, split or crack. Aluminum is corrosion resistant and reacts with air to form an extremely thin layer of oxide, thereby providing excellent corrosion protection.

Aluminum is easily machined- drilling, milling, cutting, bending, punching, etc.