This short video illustrates the entire progression of the 2-piece can-making process, highlighting the key stages where visible changes occur in the can as it moves through the production line.

The process begins with a coil of aluminum fed into the Cupping press, where it is blanked and drawn into a shallow cup.
Visible change: The flat aluminum sheet is now formed into a shallow, untrimmed cup.

The cup moves to the Bodymaker, where it undergoes redrawing and ironing (the D&I process). The cup is elongated, and the sidewalls are thinned.
Visible change: The cup transforms into a tall, straight-walled can body with a jagged top edge.

At the end of the Bodymaker process, the bottom of the can is domed to increase structural integrity.
Visible change: The bottom of the can becomes concave, allowing it to withstand internal pressure.

The can is then trimmed to ensure a uniform height and a smooth top edge, which is crucial for loading the can onto Decorator Mandrels, and the success of the necking processes.
Visible change: The can now has a clean, even top edge after trimming.

The can washed to remove lubrication and Bodymaker coolant, and then is dried in the Dry-off oven.
Visible change: The can is now clean and shiny.  The can at this stage is called a "Brite Can."

A label is applied to the  Brite Can using a high-speed Decorator.
Visible change: The plain metal can is now printed with colorful graphics, branding, and regulatory markings.

In the final stages, the top of the can is necked down in steps to reduce its diameter, and a flange is formed to attach the lid at the Filler.
Visible change: The top of the can tapers inward, creating the familiar shape of a beverage can, with a flanged edge ready for sealing.