500ml Aluminum Beverage Cans Low Melting Point Easy Open End Soft
Drinks
Aluminum makes up approximately 8% of the crust of the earth, and
is the planet’s most abundant metal. Only silicon and oxygen are
more abundant than aluminum. The metal was discovered by Sir
Humphrey Davy in 1807, and in 1886, an aluminum extraction process
was developed. Aluminum was then used in the manufacturing of
various products, and it was until 1959 when the modern aluminum
can was developed. The new can was introduced by the brewing
company Coors. Apart from offering a better taste than tin and
steel beverage cans, the new aluminum can was recyclable as well.
Nowadays, aluminum cans are used as containers for all kinds of
beverages ranging from mixed drinks and soft drinks to beer and
even juice. Aluminum beverage cans come in various sizes, packs and
shapes, and are extremely suitable as containers for beverages.
Here are some of the benefits that come from using aluminum
beverage cans:
Weight:
Cans made from aluminum used for beverages are very light, with a
density of 2.7 g/cubic cm. This can reduce transportation expenses
when compared to other packaging options like glass.
Durability:
Aluminum cans are durable and don't corrode easily.
Low melting point:
Because it has a low melting point, aluminum is beneficial for the environment as it requires less
energy for processing as well as recycling.
Malleability:
Aluminum can easily be rolled into very thin foil. Moreover, it can be cast
as well as joined and still retains its strength, which makes it
perfect for packaging as less of this metallic material needs to be
utilized in the development of cans.
Long storage life:
With a coating of protective polymer applied on the inner side to
extend storage life, aluminum beverage cans ensure the salts and
acids in beverages never react with the metal.
