Our Process
New Age Industrial controls the entire manufacturing process from start to finish. Every product is designed, extruded, cut, fabricated, welded, showered, packaged, and shipped from our single facility in Norton, Kansas. This seamless, single-source operation allows us to guarantee unmatched quality control, fast turnaround times, and flexible customization for every order.
From Concept to Completion
Product Engineering & Design
We take pride in our entire aluminum manufacturing process—from concept to completion. First, our in-house engineers and designers utilize advanced software design tools, including SolidWorks CAD, to bring products to life—turning unique ideas into precision-engineered aluminum solutions optimized for strength, safety, and efficiency.
Aluminum Extrusion
A gas-fired furnace pre-heats 60-pound, primary-grade aluminum billets to around 800°F. During the extrusion process, aluminum is forced through precision-engineered dies to create custom profile shapes, reaching critical exit temperatures of 1100°F to ensure maximum structural integrity.
At the core of our operation is a 1,200-ton Southwark indirect extrusion press. Originally built in 1917—with deep roots in American manufacturing history and fully automated in 2008—our press undergoes continuous upgrades to deliver state-of-the-art precision. Utilizing an extensive library of solid (open) and hollow (closed) dies, we offer nearly unlimited custom design capabilities.
Aluminum Straightening & Hardening
Once extruded, the aluminum profiles are pulled and mechanically straightened to eliminate twisting and ensure perfect alignment across every length. From there, the extrusions enter a specialized aging oven for artificial heat treatment. This precision thermal processing tempers the alloy to its maximum yield strength, ensuring heavy-duty structural durability for demanding industrial applications.
Precision Sawing & Fabrication
The hardened aluminum profiles are then routed to fabrication. While manual cutting is used for custom components, high-volume, repetitive cuts are directed to precision, computer-controlled auto-cut saws designed by our own engineering team. Advanced CNC equipment handles complex machining, drilling, and punching with incredibly tight tolerances.
Aluminum Sheet & Coil Processing
Aluminum coil is a primary raw material used for solid doors, worktops, covers, surfaces, panels, and other heavy-duty sheet components. Using state-of-the-art machinery, we unroll the master coils, mechanically flatten and straighten the sheet, and cut it to exact production lengths. From there, our high-speed turret punches deliver precise hole patterns and complex forming capabilities.
Advanced Manual & Robotic Aluminum Welding (MIG & TIG)
New Age Industrial features over 50 individual welding stations utilizing both MIG and TIG argon gas welding processes. Our combination of highly skilled manual operators and state-of-the-art automated robotics produces exceptionally strong, clean, and consistent welds built to withstand rigorous daily commercial use.
Automated Washing, Final Assembly & Shipping
Because our operations are built to order, we efficiently turn raw materials into precision equipment without logistical delays. Before leaving our facility, products pass through an automated multi-stage wash system featuring a reverse osmosis (RO) pure water rinse, ensuring a bright, clean, residue-free finish. Finally, products are assembled, carefully and securely boxed or palletized, and prepped for freight. For us, on-time delivery isn't a goal—it's a core principle reflected in our proven track record.
See What We Can Build for You
With our flexible, single-source manufacturing process, we can completely customize our aluminum storage and handling equipment to meet your exact specifications.