Use the links below to learn more about aluminium, market trends and cost-effective lightweight design. Some of these organisations offer training courses and hold regular informative webinars.

Otherwise get in touch and speak to our specialists. HFQ Technology Associates can offer webinars and design workshops, including design guidelines for application of hot formed aluminium (HFQ) technology for automotive, aerospace and consumer products.

Munro

Experts in Lean Design

Drive Aluminum

A central resource for the automotive and commercial vehicle industries on aluminium issues

Aluminium International Today

English language journal dedicated to the production and processing of aluminium

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Webinar: HFQ® lightweighting for electric vehicles

The Hot Form Quench (HFQ®) process from Impression Technologies Limited (ITL) is a proven method for hot viscoplastic forming of ultra-high strength aluminium (UHSAL) alloys including 2x, 6x and 7x series, with parts in serial production for automotive applications since 2016.

Hot Form Quench Enables Complex, Lightweight Structures in High Strength Aluminium

This paper explores the unparalleled capabilities of the HFQ® process in unlocking the full potential of high-strength aluminium, thereby ushering in a new era of advanced engineering, innovative design, and sustainable manufacturing.