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PROFILE ACADEMY

An enlightening education
on aluminum extrusions

 

Online Education

Webinar: Aluminum Sustainability

Webinar: Profile Workshop

Hosted quarterly by our internal experts, this free 2-hour online event covers the basics of aluminum metallurgy, the extrusion process, and the critical design considerations for aluminum extrusions.

An excellent option for designers, engineers, managers, and owners involved in product design, development, and manufacturing that currently use aluminum extrusions or could benefit from the integration of aluminum in their design.

The webinar will be presented in English.
Technical content will vary from
an introductory (101) to an intermediate level.

Join us to explore Hydro's sustainability commitment, goals, and initiatives. Gain insights into topics like Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), and our journey towards net-zero emissions. Discover our innovative practices, including EcoDesign and embracing the circular economy principles, to reduce our carbon footprint. Learn about our initiatives for producing low-carbon aluminum and how they contribute to a sustainable future.


The webinar will be presented in English.
Technical content will vary from
an introductory (101) to an intermediate level.


Pre-recorded Content

Hydro is pleased to announce the launch of
Profile Academy Online (beta).

This in-depth collection of training videos covers our staple Academy topics
typically presented at our in-person seminars.
If you would like to request access,
please complete our contact form here.

 In-Person Profile Academy

Distribution Academy
TBD

Profile Academy: Automotive
May 2025

We’re excited to return to Michigan for our 10th annual automotive-focused event. Hosted by our internal Hydro experts, this in-person one-day event covers a wide range of aluminum extrusion topics, focusing on the automotive market.

Great for designers, engineers, managers, and owners involved in product design, development, and manufacturing that currently use aluminum extrusions or could benefit from the integration of aluminum in their design.

For additional event details, please get in touch with your Hydro Account Executive. We hope you can join us.

Coming Soon:

For additional event details, please get in touch with your Hydro Account Executive. We hope you can join us.

 Hydro Design Manual

Hydro's acclaimed design manual is a comprehensive resource encompassing various aspects of aluminum design. It covers topics such as aluminium design principles, extruded profiles, optimal alloy selection, profile tolerances, surface quality, advanced surface treatment techniques, fabrication methods, precision machining, and essential structural calculations. This invaluable design guide serves as an essential reference for those seeking to enhance their proficiency in aluminium design.

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99.7% of past participants would recommend this course to a colleague

This has been the best training class I’ve been involved in over 30 years in the business.
— Eric H., Ryerson
Very informative, worthwhile, and enjoyable.
— Don R., Knoll
Great educational Academy.
I will be recommending this to others within my organization.
— Jordon S., Forms + Surfaces
A perfect blend of education and collaboration.
— Brad W., Harmon
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About Hydro 

Hydro is a fully integrated aluminum company with 30,000 employees in 40 countries, combining local expertise, worldwide reach and unmatched capabilities in R&D.

From cruise ships to LED lights, windows, air conditioners and hundreds of products in between. Hydro’s experts help design, extrude and manufacture the parts that shape your world.

Hydro is present within all market segments for aluminum, with sales and trading activities throughout the value chain serving more than 30,000 customers. 

The world's largest aluminum solutions partner close to you.

www.Hydro.com

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