Manufacturing Magazine October 2015 | Page 26

ALUMINIUM PRODUCTS COMPANY ( ALUPCO )

The Saudi aluminium processor is diversifying its revenues while expanding production to provide the most superior aluminium solutions on the market

The Saudi Aluminium Products Company ( commonly referred to as ALUPCO ) is diversifying from being the top extruder and manufacturer to being able to offer its global roster of customers a fully comprehensive aluminium products offering . It is achieving this goal through a carefully considered approach that is backed up by strategic acquisitions , strategic management initiatives and focusing on operational efficiency .

Expanding Operations ALUPCO ’ s current aluminium operations have a current annual output of 75,000 tonnes which is achieved through nine dedicated extrusion presses . Alongside its main extrusion capability are five powder-coating lines with a total capacity exceeding 75,000 tonnes , two anodizing lines with a combined annual capacity of 12,000 tonnes and two polishing lines which together make up an annual capacity of 1,000 tonnes . These facilities are backed up by two wood finishing and two protection taping lines , as well as a thermal break crimping line .
This range of facilities enables ALUPCO to meet a range of customer needs ; its planned expansion will enrich this offering . CEO Khaled Abdelmoneim explained the practicalities involved in the expansion : “ Currently we are at 75,000 tonnes ; first we will take this up to 85,000 by making modifications and through rolling out continuous improvements .
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