Specification Comparison
| Specification | Coboggi Origin Aluminium (Primary) | Recycled Aluminium (Post-Consumer) | Imported Aluminium (Offshore Smelt) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon footprint (kg CO₂e/kg Al) | 4.2 | 6.8 | 18.3 |
| Electrical conductivity (% IACS) | 62.5 | 61.2 | 60.7 |
| Fe content (wt %) | 0.18 | 0.32 | 0.45 |
| Si content (wt %) | 0.09 | 0.14 | 0.21 |
| Anodising current efficiency (%) | 92.4 | 87.1 | 83.6 |
| Surface roughness Ra (µm) after mill finish | 0.45 | 0.63 | 0.78 |
| Typical billet yield (extrusion scrap rate %) | 3.1 | 5.7 | 7.4 |
| Traceable batch volume per production run (tonnes) | 120 | 85 | 210 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Origin Advantage” mean in Coboggi’s aluminium finishing context?
It refers to our vertically integrated production in Brescia, Italy—where 92% of raw billets are sourced within 150 km of our facility, reducing logistics emissions by 37% versus offshore alternatives.
How does origin impact surface finish consistency for architectural cladding?
We maintain ±0.3 µm Ra tolerance across 100% of anodized façade panels (EN 12373-1 compliant), enabled by proprietary Italian-sourced electrolytes and in-house bath chemistry control.
Can Coboggi guarantee lead time stability for EU-based procurement?
Yes—we deliver 98.4% of orders within the committed 12–16 week window, backed by ISO 9001:2015-certified scheduling and on-site billet inventory covering 6 weeks of average demand.
Do origin-sourced alloys offer measurable corrosion resistance improvements?
Our EN AW-6060 T6 extrusions, produced from 99.7% EU-mined bauxite feedstock, achieve 3,000+ hours salt spray resistance (ISO 9227) — 22% longer than standard commercial-grade equivalents.
What cost premium (if any) applies to Origin Advantage certified finishes?
There is no premium: Origin Advantage anodizing starts at €4.85/m² (FOB Brescia), matching standard pricing while including full traceability documentation and EU REACH Annex XIV compliance verification.
How is material origin verified and audited for compliance?
Every batch carries a QR-coded Certificate of Origin validated against Italian Chamber of Commerce records and audited annually with 100% chain-of-custody verification per UNI EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018 standards.
