Western is highly motivated to create a more eco friendly environment today and for our children of the future. We are consistently improving our products to have less impact on the environment. In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint we:
Here at Western, we use Aluminum extrusions to build are windows, not wood or vinyl. There are many benefits of using Aluminum that not only make a longer lasting product but have less impact on the environment as well. Aluminum is the most abundant mineral in the earth's crust. Aluminum is derived from bauxite, a mineral mined from the earth. Below are some more facts on the benefits of Aluminum.
Aluminum is Lightweight. Aluminum weighs less by volume than most other metals. In fact, it is about one-third the weight of iron, steel, copper, or brass. Lightweight aluminum is easier to handle, less expensive to ship.
Aluminum is Strong. Profiles can be made as strong as needed for most applications. Cold-weather applications are particularly well-served by aluminum because, as temperatures fall, aluminum actually becomes stronger!
Aluminum Resists Corrosion. Aluminum offers excellent corrosion resistance; it does not rust. Aluminum is protected by its own naturally occurring oxide film, a protection that can be further enhanced by anodizing or other finishing techniques.
Aluminum is Resilient. Aluminum combines strength with flexibility and can flex under loads or spring back from the shock of impact.
Aluminum Can be Recycled. Aluminum retains a high scrap value. It can be recycled indefinitely without losing any of its superior characteristics, making it especially appealing according to both environmental and economic criteria.