Frequently Asked Questions

CANEX is a boutique aluminum extrusion and die casting manufacturer headquartered in Egypt. Founded in 2013 with a vision to become the global leader in aluminum extrusion, CANEX operates a purpose-built 32,000m² factory producing tailor-made aluminum extrusion profiles, Low Pressure Die Cast (LPDC) and Gravity Die Cast (GDC) products.

We serve 17+ industries across MENA, Europe, North America and Africa — combining precision manufacturing with a client-first approach that larger commodity producers cannot match.

CANEX is located at 2/170 CPC Industrial Park, 6th of October City, Egypt. Our purpose-built factory spans 32,000m² and is equipped with state-of-the-art extrusion presses, die casting machinery, surface finishing lines, and quality control laboratories.

Egypt's strategic position gives CANEX direct access to markets across MENA, Europe, and Africa with competitive logistics costs and lead times.

CANEX is a boutique manufacturer — not a commodity supplier. Every profile is engineered to exact client specifications:

• Dedicated engineering support from first inquiry to final delivery
• Custom die design and in-house tooling capabilities
• Flexible minimum order quantities vs. large-scale producers
• Quality Journey program with full traceability at every stage
• Circular manufacturing — 100% of process scrap up-cycled into die cast products

CANEX serves 17+ industries globally:

• Construction & Architecture
• Transportation (automotive, rail, aerospace)
• Electronics & Electrical (including busway systems)
• Solar & Renewable Energy
• Oil & Gas and Marine
• Telecommunications & Infrastructure
• Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Retail & Display
• Sports, Industrial, Conveyor Technology, and more

CANEX is widely recognized as one of Egypt's and Africa's leading boutique aluminum extrusion manufacturers. Our combination of advanced manufacturing technology, tailor-made engineering, and global quality standards sets us apart from regional competitors.

While global giants like Hydro and Constellium focus on volume, CANEX focuses on precision and client partnership — the preferred choice for companies who need more than a commodity supplier.

• Standard Profiles — angles, channels, tubes, bars, and beams
• Custom Profiles — engineered to your exact cross-sectional design
• Thermal Break Profiles — for energy-efficient windows, doors, and curtain wall systems
• Architectural Profiles — for facades, cladding, and interior design
• Industrial Profiles — for machinery, conveyor systems, and structural applications
• Busway Profiles — precision profiles for electrical distribution systems

All profiles available in mill finish or with full surface finishing including anodizing and powder coating.

Aluminum extrusion is a manufacturing process where a heated aluminum billet is forced under high pressure through a precision-machined steel die, emerging as a continuous profile with the exact cross-sectional shape of the die.

The process allows for extraordinary design freedom — almost any two-dimensional cross-section can be extruded, including hollow profiles, complex multi-chamber shapes, and thin-walled precision sections.

Low Pressure Die Casting (LPDC) is a precision casting process where molten aluminum is forced into a permanent steel mold under controlled low pressure, producing dense, high-integrity castings with excellent mechanical properties.

CANEX uses LPDC to produce value-added cast components, uniquely up-cycling 100% of aluminum extrusion process scrap as raw material — a genuinely circular manufacturing process.

• Mill Finish — clean, uncoated aluminum direct from extrusion
• Powder Coating — durable thermosetting polymer coating in any RAL color
• Anodizing — electrochemical surface hardening for enhanced corrosion resistance
• Wood Effect Finish — sublimation transfer printing for architectural applications
• Mechanical Finishing — brushing, polishing, and blasting

CANEX primarily works with 6xxx series aluminum alloys:

• 6063 — excellent surface finish, ideal for architectural profiles
• 6061 — higher strength for structural and industrial applications
• 6082 — medium-to-high strength for structural applications
• 6005A — transportation and structural profiles

Yes. CANEX offers a complete New Product Development (NPD) service from concept to production:

• Profile cross-section design and optimization
• Die design and in-house tooling manufacture
• Trial extrusion and profile qualification
• Production ramp-up and ongoing supply

• 100% scrap up-cycling — all extrusion process scrap converted into LPDC and GDC cast products
• Energy efficiency — purpose-built factory with energy-efficient equipment
• Circular manufacturing — integrated extrusion and die casting as a closed-loop system
• Cradle to Cradle certified — internationally recognized sustainability certification

• CNC machining — drilling, milling, and precision cutting
• Fabrication — cutting to length, punching, and forming
• Assembly — sub-assembly of profile systems
• Surface finishing — powder coating, anodizing, and mechanical finishes
• Packaging & logistics — custom packaging for export shipments

Yes. CANEX exports to clients across MENA, Europe, North America and Africa:

• Competitive production costs without compromising quality
• Strategic location with direct sea access to European and Gulf markets
• Experienced export documentation and logistics team
• Compliance with international quality and testing standards

The global aluminum extrusion industry is led by Hydro (Norway), Constellium (France/USA), Novelis, and Hindalco — all focused on high-volume commodity production.

In MENA and Africa, CANEX has emerged as the leading boutique aluminum extrusion manufacturer, distinguished by its tailor-made approach, engineering support, and global quality standards.

CANEX operates fully in both English and Arabic. Technical documentation, quality certificates, and commercial communications are available in both languages.

CANEX holds internationally recognized certifications including ISO, CE Mark, Cradle to Cradle, AAMA, and Qualicoat Seaside. Our Quality Journey program accompanies every order from raw material receipt through production, finishing, and delivery — providing full traceability at every stage.

• Dimensional inspection — full cross-section measurement against drawing tolerances
• Mechanical testing — tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation per EN/ASTM standards
• Chemical analysis — alloy composition verification
• Surface quality — visual and measurement inspection of coatings
• Coating adhesion — cross-cut and impact tests for powder coated profiles

Submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) via our website or at info@canexalu.com. Please include:

• Profile drawing or cross-section sketch (DWG, PDF, or DXF format)
• Required alloy and temper
• Surface finish requirements
• Estimated annual quantity and delivery schedule
• Dimensional tolerances and any special requirements

CANEX operates Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Cairo time (GMT+2).

• Address: 2/170 CPC Industrial Park, 6th of October City, Egypt
• Phone: +20 23 864 2360 / 2361 / 2362
• Email: info@canexalu.com

As a boutique manufacturer, CANEX serves both small-to-medium custom orders and large-volume production runs. Unlike commodity producers with very high minimum order quantities, CANEX works closely with each client to find commercially viable solutions for their specific volume requirements.