The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) is an international association dedicated to helping manufacturers, engineers, architects, and others to discover why aluminum extrusion is the preferred material process for better products. Since 1950, AEC has served its industry well by implementing its mission:
- Provide opportunities to network with peers and suppliers, address common internal and external issues, share data, train, and sponsor research.
- Work together to enable members to function more efficiently, cost-effectively, and knowledgeably.
- Enhance the growth of the aluminum extrusion industry by promoting the advantages of the processes and product applications.
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