Once a coil of aluminum has been released for production, it is sent through one of our large-bed, high-tonnage stamping presses. Each press contains a series of dies which gives the metal its defining shape and character. As the shingle progresses through each die (from five to eight depending upon the product), the look of the shingle is created with increasing degrees of complexity. The tooling and processes we use are among the most complex in the metal forming industry. Our operators control the 350 to 1500 ton presses with care to ensure the authentic look and feel of our roofing system. Each shingle is immediately inspected for the quality of the locking system as well as for color, appearance, and integrity. Once they pass inspection, the shingles are carefully packaged to ensure safe transit so they can be installed on your roof for a lifetime of beauty and protection!