Engineering

At LightMetals Industries, we pride ourselves on our knowledge of, and passion for, light metals manufacturing and the ENGINEERING processes that make these products better. For decades, the aluminum anodizing process has been run almost the same way, using the same equipment, without much significant advancement. Chemistry advancements have helped solve many of the problems faced by anodizers in recent years, but until now, power technology has been basically unchanged.
Until now. With the development of the LMI Process, power management now reaches the 21st Century. Allowing for better control and expanded capabilities, coupled with decreased power consumption, this modern anodizing system is designed for the top-level shop with a focus on the future, as well as concern for the environment.

With LMI's low voltage AC + DC power supply, a typical anodizing shop will see a decrease in power-draw for the power supply, as well as a reduction in chiller operation by as much as 60% or more when compared with high voltage systems. As anyone in the anodizing business knows, any reduction in electrical grid consumption drops straight to the bottom line. With a global focus on economic efficiencies and concern for the environment, as well as mandated direction for many industries, now is the time to invest in the future of your operation.

Developed for anodizers by anodizers, LightMetals Industries processes represent advanced processing technology.  Low voltage processing brings anodizing into the 21st century.  It provides increased capabilities, as well as the energy savings of low voltage.  Coupled with the LMI additive, this process allows better control and the ability to hardcoat anodize all aluminum alloys; including 2xxx series aerospace alloys.  This process permits higher current densities, shorter run times and increased control of the process.  In these competitive times, advantages such as these are essential