SUSTAINABILITY AT NIA

ANODIZING IS ALREADY ONE OF THE BETTER CHOICES

Anodizing is one of the most sustainable aluminum finishing processes available. Compared to paint, powder coat, or plating processes that use heavy metals or VOC-emitting coatings, anodizing creates a finish that is non-toxic, contains no hazardous byproducts, and is fully recyclable at end of life. The finish is also durable — anodized aluminum can last the full lifetime of a building or product, which means less replacement, less waste, and a lower environmental footprint over time.

OUR COMMITMENT

We take seriously that how we operate has an impact. We’re committed to responsible manufacturing practices, continuous improvement in our processes, and being the kind of company our community can be proud of.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOUR PROJECT

FOR ARCHITECTS AND SPECIFIERS:

Anodizing can support LEED credits on a project. Its durability, low maintenance requirements, and absence of VOCs or heavy metals are all relevant to sustainable building standards. Talk to our team about your specific project requirements.

FOR MANUFACTURERS:

Specifying anodizing over alternative finishes is a meaningful environmental choice — and one that doesn’t require a trade-off in performance or durability.

FOR SOLAR AND ENERGY PROJECTS:

The long service life and corrosion resistance of anodized aluminum directly reduce lifecycle waste in solar installations — a natural fit for the sustainability goals of the energy sector.