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Thanks to our Europe-wide AFC production network, which has been continuously developed and expanded over many years, we offer our customers unrivalled flexibility, high quality and excellent value for money.
Through carefully selected, independent partners and sites across various European countries, we have established a robust infrastructure that enables us to respond swiftly to specific customer requirements – regardless of the size or complexity of the project.
From extrusion and machining to assembly and surface finishing – we offer you a network you can rely on at all times.
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
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Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Austrian companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Swiss companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
German companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Czech companies benefit from the cost-effectiveness and top quality of our production network.
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Profile machining
Surface treatment
Assembly production
Below you can find an overview of the extrusion lines available within the AFC production network.
You can find more details on the topic of extrusion here.
1 PRESS 600t | ||||||
1 PRESS 1.100t | 1 PRESS 1.200t | 1 PRESS 1.300t | 2 PRESSES 1.400t | 2 PRESSES 1.600t | 8 PRESSES 1.800t | 4 PRESSES 1.900t |
5 PRESSES 2.000t | 6 PRESSES 2.200t | 1 PRESS 2.450t | 6 PRESSES 2.500t | 3 PRESSES 2.700t | 3 PRESSES 2.800t | |
1 PRESS 3.000t | 1 PRESS 3.300t | 1 PRESS 3.500t | 1 PRESSE 3.600t | |||
4 PRESSES 4.000t | 1 PRESS 4.400t | 1 PRESS 4.500t | ||||
1 PRESS 7.450t |
Our machining processes for aluminium extrusions
Through our extensive production network, AFC offers a wide range of machining processes to meet the specific requirements of your products. From precision milling to innovative assembly techniques – we guarantee the highest quality and flexibility:
Process | Details |
Sawing | Precise cutting of aluminium profiles |
CNC milling (5-axis and 3-axis) | High precision in the machining of complex geometries |
Welding (TIG, MIG, FSW) | A range of welding techniques for bespoke solutions |
Punching of short and long parts | With automatic feed for fast and efficient production |
Bending | Roll bending, mandrel bending, press bending, stretch bending |
Laser Cutting | Precise cutting with minimal material waste |
Adhesive bonding | Strong bonds using modern adhesive techniques |
Deburring | Removing burrs and sharp edges |
Fasteners | Screws, self-tapping screws, threaded inserts, rivets, press-fit nuts |
Connections | Clamping, rolling up, pressing, squeezing, sliding into one another |
Assembly | Complete assembly according to customer requirements |
Thermal bonds | Bonding aluminium to plastic for specialist applications |
Customised solutions | Tailor-made solutions for large-scale production |
Our surface finishing processes for extruded aluminium products
Your aluminium extrusions can be finished with a wide range of surface treatments to meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. Discover the various surface treatments we offer to maximise the quality and durability of your products:
Process | Details |
Anodised | Standard colours & custom-coloured anodised, by the piece and in bars |
Hard anodising | Up to 450 HV, coating thicknesses up to approx. 50 µm |
Powder coating | All RAL colours & custom colours, available by the piece or in lengths |
Paintwork | Custom colour options available |
Mechanical treatment | Grinding, brushing, blasting, glass bead blasting |
Special coatings | Stainless steel finish, chrome plating, Alodine, Teflon coating |
Protective & decorative films | Protective and decorative film application |
Printing methods | Screen printing and pad printing |
Innovative technologies | Novel nanotechnology surfaces |
With AFC, you can utilise the very best production facilities across Europe for your product, whilst gaining access to unlimited design possibilities for aluminium extrusions – tailored entirely to your individual requirements and ideas.
Our cost efficiency is based on the careful selection of the ideal production facilities and locations within the AFC network. This enables us not only to produce cost-effectively, but also to offer competitive prices – without compromising on quality.
AFC combines first-class aluminium engineering expertise with the benefits of a Europe-wide, one-stop-shop production network. This enables us to offer you a unique service, where you can find everything you need regarding aluminium extruded profiles through a single point of contact.
Certification | Name |
Quality management system certified by Quality Austria since 2014 | |
for lightweight aluminium components since 2007 | |
Certified by ClimatePartner since 2021 |
Certification | Name |
ISO 9001 | Quality Management System |
ISO 14001 | Environmental management system |
ISO 45001 | Occupational Health and Safety Management |
ISO 50001 | Energy management system |
ISO 27001 | Information Security Management System |
EN 15088 | Aluminium and aluminium alloys – construction products |
EN 1090 | Construction of steel and aluminium structures |
IATF 16949 | Quality management in the automotive industry |
IRIS | Quality management for the rail industry |
EN 15085-2 | Welding of rail vehicles and vehicle components |
EN 3834-2 | Quality requirements for fusion welding |
GSB | Quality assurance for coatings on aluminium |
Qualicoat | Quality label for powder-coated aluminium |
Qualanod | Quality label for anodised aluminium products |
ASI | Aluminium Stewardship Initiative – Sustainability Standard for Aluminium |
EPD | Environmental Product Declaration |
Standard | Name |
EN 515 | Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Wrought products - Temper designations |
EN 573-3 | Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Chemical composition and form of wrought products |
EN 755-9 | Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Extruded rod/bar, tube and profiles |
EN 12020-2 | Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Extruded precision profiles in alloys EN AW-6060 and EN AW-6063 |
EN 10204 | Metallic products - Types of inspection documents |
ISO 2768-1 | General tolerances - Tolerances for linear and angular dimensions without individual tolerance indications |
ISO 22081 | Geometrical product specifications (GPS) - Geometrical tolerancing - General geometrical specifications and general size specifications |
DIN 13-1 | ISO general purpose metric screw threads |
EN 14399-1 | High-strength structural bolting assemblies for preloading |
ISO 13715 | Technical product documentation - Edges of undefined shape - Indication and dimensioning |
ISO 1101 | Geometrical product specifications (GPS) - Geometrical tolerancing - Tolerances of form, orientation, location and run-out |
EN 1090 | Execution of steel structures and aluminium structures |
ÖNORM | Design of aluminium structures |
EN 15088 | Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Structural products for construction works - Technical conditions for inspection and delivery |
ISO 3834-2 | Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials |
EN 15085-2 | Railway applications - Welding of railway vehicles and components |
ISO 17637 | Non-destructive testing of welds - Visual testing of fusion-welded joints |
ISO 6520-1 | Welding and allied processes - Classification of geometric imperfections in metallic materials |
ISO 22163 | Railway applications - Railway quality management system |
DIN 17611 / ÖNORM C 2531 | Anodized products of wrought aluminium and wrought aluminium alloys |
ISO 14025 | Environmental labels and declarations - Type III environmental declarations - Principles and procedures |
EN 15804 | Sustainability of construction works - Environmental product declarations - Core rules for the product category of construction products |
ISO 14067 | Greenhouse gases - Carbon footprint of products - Requirements and guidelines for quantification |
REACH | EU Chemicals Regulation on the reduction of harmful substances |
RoHS | Restrictions on hazardous substances in materials |
We are here to support you every step of the way, from the initial idea through bespoke engineering to seamless delivery and beyond. Let’s work together to find a bespoke solution tailored to your specific requirements and benefit from our team of experts.
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