Aluminium facts and figures
Chemical symbol Al
Atomic number 13
Density 2,70 g/cm3
Relative atomic weight 26,981539 g/mol
Atomic volume 10,0 cm3/mol
Melting point 660,5 °C
Boiling point 2467 °C
First extraction of metal Oersted (DK) im Jahr 1825
Method for commercial extraction Charles M. Hall, P.L. Toussaint Héroult
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Aluminium – eternal youth and acclaimed beauty

Aluminium is a very versatile material with wonderful properties – it is lightweight, corrosion resistant, ductile and easy to machine – and it is forever revealing new ones. Nowadays, the metal is not only regarded as being extremely durable but also as being incomparably sustainable thanks to its recyclability, which conserves resources.

A material that enjoys eternal youth so to speak. And is acclaimed for its good looks: designers and consumers alike appreciate the aesthetic beauty of this versatile metal. One can no longer imagine architecture or interior design without aluminium. Not to mention well-functioning modern everyday life! Because aluminium makes a significant contribution towards dealing with social aspects such as living, mobility, healthy food, leisure activities and provision of medical care in a manner that is compatible with the environment.

Aluminium has reacted in an ideal manner to the challenges of modern living. And everything points to the fact that the future has only just begun for this fascinating global player.