Frequently Asked Questions
General Company Information
What does Bonnell Aluminum do?
Bonnell Aluminum is a subsidiary of Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG). The company is a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated and finished aluminum extrusions serving the building and construction, automotive and transportation, consumer durables, machinery and equipment, electrical and distribution markets. Branded product lines include TSLOTS by Bonnell Aluminum and Futura Transitions by Bonnell Aluminum.
Where are Bonnell Aluminum’s manufacturing facilities located?
Bonnell Aluminum has manufacturing facilities located in Newnan, GA, Carthage, TN, Niles, MI, Elkhart, IN, and Clearfield, UT.
Bonnell Aluminum facilities are equipped to supply one-stop shop aluminum extrusion solutions from basic shapes to fully fabricated and finished parts to meet diverse customer needs.
What industries does Bonnell Aluminum serve?
Bonnell Aluminum is a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated and finished aluminum extrusions serving the building and construction, automotive and transportation, consumer durables, machinery and equipment, electrical and distribution markets. Branded product lines include TSLOTS by Bonnell Aluminum and Futura Transitions by Bonnell Aluminum.
TSLOTS by Bonnell Aluminum is a premium, vertically integrated brand of T-slotted aluminum profiles, fasteners, and accessories used to build modular industrial structures like workbenches, robot enclosures, and clean rooms.
Futura Transitions by Bonnell Aluminum is a premier manufacturer of high-performance extruded aluminum floor and wall trims for residential and commercial projects, offering over 1,000 durable, sustainable products - including carpet, vinyl, and tile transitions - stair nosing, and edge protection - designed for easy installation.
Extrusion & Alloys
What extrusion press sizes are available?
Bonnell Aluminum operates extrusion presses ranging from 1,650 to 5,500 tons - capable of producing profiles with circumscribing circle sizes up to 16 inches.
What aluminum alloys are available?
We offer a wide range of standard 6xxx series alloys, including:
6063, 6061, 6005A, 6463, 6105, 6560, 6360
Can you support custom aluminum profiles?
Yes, Bonnell Aluminum specializes in designing and manufacturing custom-engineered aluminum profiles for various industries.
FABRICATION & VALUE-ADDED SERVICES
What machining and fabrication capabilities do you offer?
Bonnell Aluminum fabrication capacities include:
- CNC machining
- Robotic stations
- Precision cut saws (including miter)
- De-burring (tumble, hand, automated)
- Forming, bending
- Part identification - stenciling, serialization
Bonnell Aluminum services include:
- Assembly
- Custom packaging
- Custom labeling
- Stocking programs
Do you offer turnkey finishing and assembly?
Yes, Bonnell Aluminum offers comprehensive turnkey solutions, including fabrication, finishing, and assembly for custom aluminum extrusions. Our services range from component assembly and subassemblies.
FINISHING & COATINGS
What anodizing finishes are available?
Bonnell Aluminum provides in-house anodizing services that create durable, corrosion-resistant, and decorative finishes on aluminum extrusions. Our capabilities include acid-etch finishes, clear sulfuric anodizing, bright dip, and two-step electrolytic coloring for bronze and black, along with custom color matching. We also specialize in finishing fabricated parts and assemblies.
What paint capabilities do you offer?
Bonnell Aluminum provides comprehensive, in-house, high-performance painting capabilities for aluminum extrusions, meeting AAMA 2603, 2604, and 2605 specifications. Our paint lines utilize electrostatic liquid coating processes, for a wide range of standard and custom architectural colors.
QUALITY & CERTIFICATIONS
What quality certifications does Bonnell Aluminum maintain?
Bonnell Aluminum holds various quality management certification standards:
- ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management)
- ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management)
- IATF 16949:2016 (Automotive Quality Management)
Do you use Lean Manufacturing or TPM methods?
Bonnell Aluminum heavily utilizes lean manufacturing principles across its operations to improve employee safety, reduce waste, and maximize productivity.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY & THERMAL IMPROVEMENT
What thermal improvement techniques do you offer?
Bonnell Aluminum specializes in high-performance thermal barrier applications for commercial, residential, and industrial use, including specialized "Azo-Brader" pour and debridge technologies to prevent thermal transfer in windows, doors, and curtain walls.
SUSTAINABILITY & REMELT
Do you offer aluminum remelt or recycling capabilities?
Yes, Bonnell Aluminum offers comprehensive aluminum remelt and recycling capabilities, featuring two dedicated remelt operations. We produce aluminum billets using a high percentage of recycled scrap (pre and post -consumer) to support sustainable manufacturing.
LOGISTICS & PROGRAM SUPPORT
Do you offer Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery and inventory programs?
Yes, Bonnell Aluminum offers inventory programs designed to meet just-in-time requirements. We provide flexible delivery schedules to help customers meet production goals and offer tailored stocking programs, designed to reduce warehousing costs and improve efficiency.