As part of Hydro’s global network of laboratories and Research & Development (R&D) centers, the Hydro Aluminum Technology Center (HATC) in Michigan provides critical performance testing data to support Hydro’s production facilities and customers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico in offering high performance aluminum products into demanding end markets such as automotive.

Accredited by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation, HATC serves as the only testing laboratory in the Hydro system capable of providing third-party certified testing for strength, corrosion resistance, and other aspects of aluminum performance. 

The technology center is connected to the Cassopolis recycling plant by sharing the same administration building, leading to close collaboration between operators, engineers, technical and R&D personnel. This not only benefits Cassopolis, but also Hydro’s recycling plants in Henderson, KY and Commerce, TX.