R. Nash, P. Ainsworth, Kaiser Aluminum, Spokane, WA; R. Parkinson, Kaiser Aluminum, Foothill Ranch, CA
Kaiser Aluminum is investing $231 Million to increase both the capabilities and capacity to produce SELECT® plate and extrusions. Nearly $139 Million of this investment has been dedicated to the Trentwood rolling mill for the installation of new heat treat furnaces, a large stretcher, an advanced ultrasonic inspection system, and an automated transportation system. These new facilities have expanded the Kaiser plate thickness capability up to 10ins [100 – 254mm]. A group of new products for a variety of aerospace companies have been developed and qualified using a new rapid development methodology.
Summary: To be submitted at a later date.
