{"id":4992,"date":"2024-10-15T11:05:28","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T09:05:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluewatertech.it\/?page_id=4992"},"modified":"2025-09-17T08:05:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T06:05:07","slug":"aluminium-and-light-alloys","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/en\/applications\/aluminium-and-light-alloys\/","title":{"rendered":"Aluminium and light alloys"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"4992\" class=\"elementor elementor-4992 elementor-2360\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a143f7d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a143f7d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6c9439 custom-subtitle elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c6c9439\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">our plants<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af0ffd9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"af0ffd9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Waste water treatment plants from anodic oxidation plants<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-794a0a2 max-h-40vh elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"794a0a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/alluminio-e-leghe-leggere-preview.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-4934\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/alluminio-e-leghe-leggere-preview.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/alluminio-e-leghe-leggere-preview-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/alluminio-e-leghe-leggere-preview-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/alluminio-e-leghe-leggere-preview-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bwt.progettidemo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/alluminio-e-leghe-leggere-preview-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f5ddea9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f5ddea9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a83f69 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7a83f69\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84c4721 field-testo elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"84c4721\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Also called <\/span><b>anodizing, anode oxidation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is an electrochemical process widely used to <\/span><b>improve the<\/b> <b>surface properties of metals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, especially aluminum, but also titanium and other materials. This process creates an oxide layer on the metal surface, which offers numerous advantages including improved corrosion <\/span><b>resistance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, <\/span><b>better surface hardness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and a <\/span><b>more aesthetically pleasing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> finish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Anodic oxidation is a highly effective surface treatment technique which therefore offers a combination of protection<\/span><b>, durability and aesthetics.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Its application extends across many sectors, demonstrating its versatility and importance. With the continuous development of innovative technologies and solutions, anodic oxidation remains the preferred choice to improve the performance and appearance of a wide range of <\/span><b>metal components<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, meeting the durability and quality requirements of the modern market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Blue Water Technology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0 has a long experience in the design and construction of plants for water purification and treatment. <\/span><b>In the field of aluminium and light alloys<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, plants and machines are installed for the treatment of waste water from anodic oxidation plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The anodic oxidation process<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Fundamental principle<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Description<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Anodic oxidation is a process in which the metal to be treated (anode) is immersed in an electrolytic solution and connected to an electrical current source. During the process, the anode undergoes an oxidation which generates a layer of oxide on the metal surface.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Electrochemical reaction<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: the electric current induces an electrochemical reaction which transforms part of the surface metal into metallic oxide, creating a protective and decorative layer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Process steps <\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Surface preparation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Before anodizing, the metal must be cleaned and prepared to remove existing impurities and oxides. This step may include washing, degreasing and pickling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Immersion and current application<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: the metal is immersed in an electrolytic solution, often acid-based, and an electric current is applied. Oxidation occurs on the surface of the metal, forming a layer of oxide.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Post-oxidation treatment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: after anodizing, the metal is often treated to seal the pores of the oxide and further improve the protection and appearance. This can be done by immersion in hot water or other sealant solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Applications of anodic oxidation <\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Automotive sector<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Automotive components, such as alloy wheels, profiles and structural parts, are often given anodic oxidation treatment to improve corrosion resistance and aesthetics. The benefits include increased durability and maintenance of appearance, reduced maintenance and improved visual appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Aerospace sector<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Electronics sector<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Anodic oxidation is also applied to electronic and connectivity components, such as housings and contacts, to ensure adequate protection against wear and environment. The benefits include improved corrosion resistance and electrical insulation, longer component life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Furniture and design<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In furniture and design, anodic oxidation is used to achieve aesthetic and durable finishes on decorative and structural elements. 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