2018 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition winners highlight advantages of extrusion


The winners of the ET Foundation’s 2018 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition were announced during Extrusion Design University – EDU ’18 held May 15-17, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. Seven designs were recognized, including two professionals and five students, for designs that showcased the versatility and advantages of products using aluminum extrusions. Awards were announced by Jason Pickering, foil backed ceiling tiles Vice President of Operations at Bonnell Aluminum in Newnan, GA; the AEC member company sponsored the 2018 Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition.

The competition received 72 entries; 58 student entries from 16 schools, including design/technical schools, universities and high schools from 7 different countries and 14 professional entries from 9 different countries.

The Grand Prize of $3,500 was awarded to Micaela Morris, Director of Business Operations at Roll-a-Cover International in Bethany, CT, for the company’s customizable retractable glass enclosures.

“The use of aluminum extrusions in Roll-a-Cover’s product provides businesses and homeowners with a creative solution for transforming previously weather-exposed areas into usable spaces year round,” said competition judge Todd Boyer.

“Aluminum extrusion’s light weight is a major advantage for this design,” said competition judge Joseph Benedyk. “Plus, because aluminium doesn’t rust there are reduced maintenance costs and the enclosures will look beautiful and last for a long time, likely lowering the total cost of ownership versus steel when the costs of materials, shipping, and installation are considered.”