Aluminum has a rare variety of valuable properties. It is one of the lightest metals in the world: it is almost three times lighter than iron, but it is also extremely strong, extremely flexible, and resistant to corrosion because its surface is always covered with an extremely thin but very strong oxide film. It does not magnetize, is a good electrical conductor, and can form alloys with almost all other metals.

Aluminum can be easily processed by pressure in both hot and cold states. It can be rolled up, pulled and stamped. Aluminum doesn't catch fire, doesn't require special paint, and unlike plastic, it's not toxic. It is also very flexible, so it can be used to make sheets with a thickness of only 4 microns, as well as ultra-fine wire. The ultra-thin foil, made of aluminum, is three times thinner than a human hair. In addition, aluminum is more cost effective than other metals and materials.

Because aluminum easily forms compounds with other chemical elements, a wide variety of aluminum alloys have been developed. Even a very small amount of the mixture can dramatically change the properties of the metal, making it available for use in new areas. For example, in everyday life, you can find aluminum mixed with silicon and magnesium on the road, namely in the aluminum alloy wheels, engines, chassis and other components of modern cars. As for aluminum-zinc alloy, you probably have it in your hand right now, as this alloy is widely used in the production of mobile phones and tablets. At the same time, scientists continue to develop new aluminum alloys.

Modern construction, automotive, aviation, energy, food and other industries are inseparable from aluminum. In addition, aluminum has become a symbol of progress: all cutting-edge equipment and vehicles are made of aluminum.

It would seem that the combination of qualities listed above is enough to make aluminum the first choice in industry, however, there is another equally important property: aluminum can be reused again and again. Aluminum and its alloys can be melted and reused without compromising their mechanical properties. Scientists estimate that 1 kg of recycled aluminum cans can save up to 8 kg of bauxite, 4 kg of various fluorides and up to 15 KWH of electricity.

About 75% of the aluminum produced when the aluminum industry existed is still in use today.