What's New
Process Diversification = Progressive Business, Financial Stability, and Convenience
This year Alexandria Extrusion Company (AEC) actively pursued and completed a great deal of its strategic goal to become process diversified, providing its customers with a variety of manufacturing processes through acquisitions and strategic alliances.
AEC has aggressively developed and restructured its strategic plans for a decade or more. The end result is a progressive business model, with financial stability in a fluctuating economy and providing convenience to the end customer. Consideration of local and global economies, competitors, industry trends, as well as understanding the financial health of the company has played a critical role in the success of their strategic plans.
Alexandria Plastics, Inc. – November 2007
AEC developed a strategic alliance partnership with Alexandria Plastics (API), a privately held, contract manufacturer of engineered resin prototypes including thermoplastic and polyurethane molding and high-level mechanical assemblies. The alliance has delivered a solution to AEC's customers, providing manufacturing facilities that offer diverse manufacturing processes.
Combined technical personnel focus on meeting customer requirements through innovative solutions, flexible service and superior standards for tooling, prototyping and production requirements for both plastic and aluminum. Currently AEC has contracted reserved capacity, including 2 plastic injection molding presses ranging from 100 - 200 ton presses, as well as polyurethane foam molding capacities.
To learn more about API, please visit www.alex-plastics.com.
M&M Metals – June 2008
AEC is excited to announce its recent acquisition of M&M Metals, a manufacturer of heat sinks and custom-fabricated aluminum extrusions, located in Carrollton, Texas. Since 1974, M&M Metals has been providing heat sinks including bonded fin and folded fin, custom-fabricated aluminum extrusions and machined prototypes. The company specializes in engineering support of thermal application designs, short run orders, timely deliveries and stocking of high volume production requirements.
M&M Metals’ offerings are a complimentary addition to AEC’s current products and services. Since the acquisition, the two companies work collaboratively to combine their strengths and core competencies.
To learn more about M&M Metals or view an online heat sink catalogue, please visit www.mmmetals.com.
Doege Precision Machining – September 2008
Alexandria Extrusion Company’s (AEC) most recent acquisition was Doege Precision Machining, Inc. (DPM). DPM is a leading manufacturer of precision machined, ferrous and non-ferrous components, located in Alexandria, MN. Since 1972, DPM has been committed to managing strategic growth by exceeding customer requirements and expectations within niche markets. DPM provides precision CNC milling, turning, cylindrical grinding, honing and assembly services, using a wide variety of ferrous and non-ferrous materials and shapes.
Services include full engineering and manufacturing support during new product development, including casting, forging and extrusion design. From design to prototypes through production, Doege Precision Machining is a true “partner” and a valuable resource.
To learn more about Doege Precision Machining, please visit www.doegeprecision.com.
