FAQS

What type of materials do we deal with?

We are an Aluminium sheet supplier and provide plain Aluminium sheet metal, Aluminium chequered plate, stucco Aluminium sheet metal, perforated sheet metal in Aluminium, GI & Stainless steel, marine grade Aluminium sheet metal, and other products.

Where are you located?

We are operating in the UAE where we work as a leading Aluminium supplier. You can visit us in Dubai and Sharjah during working hours.

Do you ship internationally?

Based out of UAE which is one of the logistics hubs of the world we are able to ship items Aluminium sheets of excellent quality worldwide. You can contact our customer support team to get more updates.

Where can I buy Aluminium online in the UAE?

You can easily buy Aluminium online in the UAE at https://shop.dinco.ae/, as we are taking your orders online for delivery anywhere in the UAE. You just need to place your order and we will deliver the products at your doorway

Where can I anodize sheets? Do you provide this service?

We stock with us sheets that are of anodized quality that have been manufactured using a special process just to ensure a superior quality surface finish when anodized. Please get it touch with us with your requirements and we will surely quote you for anodizing.

What finishes can be applied to Aluminium?

Anodizing, powder coating, and liquid paint are the three most common types of surface finishes for Aluminium.

What is powder coating on Aluminium?

Powder coating is used to prepare Aluminium surface in which finely ground dry paint film is used for electrostatic applications. The powder is melted due to subsequent heat of this film.

Which is better powder coating or anodizing?

Anodized finishes can be applied to certain Aluminium alloys only. However, powder coating is a highly versatile Aluminium surface treatment option. The right process for you depends on your desired surface finish.

What is the best way to protect Aluminium?

The best way to protect Aluminium is by storing in indoors in a dry area. Aluminium is easily scratched when handled as it is a relatively soft metal, to prevent this most of the sheets we stock have a protective plastic film applied on the sheet.

What is the cheapest grade of Aluminium?

For the same sheet size and thickness, alloy 1100 is generally the cheapest grade of Aluminium

What is the strongest Aluminium alloy?

Alloy 6082 & 7075 are some of the strongest commercially available Aluminium alloys

Does Aluminium get rusty?

Aluminium contains no iron and it can’t actually rust without iron. However, Aluminium does oxidize and a film of Aluminium oxide forms quickly on it when the alloy is exposed to water

How should Aluminium sheets be handled and stored?

Taking care of Aluminium is never complicated. You need to store it indoor in a cool, dry, contaminant, and dust-free area. Be sure not to store Aluminium with other materials

What can case Aluminium to corrode?

Acids and bases will cause Aluminium to corrod as they break down the oxide layer. Additionally, if your application is in a marine/offshore enviornment a suitable alloy of Aluminium must be used. Long exposure to water will also cause corrosion in the form of staining

How can I check the Quality of Aluminium?

Most of the sheets we stock have stencil marking on it with identifiying marks that tally with the mill test certificate. Some customers also get the sheets checked with a spectrometer at a private test lab.

What is the softest Aluminium alloy?

Aluminium alloy 1100 is the softest commercially available alloy as it is essentially pure Aluminium. All other alloys have some other element added to increase strength and hardness

What is difference between a sheet and a plate?

Whether we classify a product as a sheet or a plate depends on it's thickness. We classify a sheet as having a thickness between 0.25mm and 6.00mm and we classify it as a plate if the thickness is greater than 6.00mm.

Does Vinegar hurt Aluminium?

Vinegar is acidic in nature and can harm Aluminium. If you allow the vinegar to sit on Aluminium surface for an extended period of time, it can further damage and cause corrosion to it.