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Lighten Your 80/20 Assembly with the Right Panels (Cost Savings too!)

Posted by Mark Howe

Mar 15, 2011 11:12:00 AM

The t-slotted profiles of 80/20 aluminum extrusion allow you to insert a large variety of panels.  Panel functionality can range from load bearing applications to overall aesthetics.  Choosing the correct panel for your application may be difficult, so we are going to review various scenarios based on the function of the panel.

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Topics: cost savings, cost effective, industrial automation nj/ny, aluminum extrusion in nj, aluminum extrusion, assembly

Choosing The Correct 80/20 Aluminum Extrusion for Your Application

Posted by Mark Howe

Mar 1, 2011 12:07:00 PM

Choosing the correct 80/20 aluminum extrusion profile for your application can be difficult.  The two main factors that it will affect your decision making process the majority of the time are, structural integrity, and overall cost of material.

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Topics: cost effective, industrial automation nj/ny, aluminum extrusion in nj, aluminum extrusion, t-slotted extrusion, machine guard

Machine Frame and Guarding | Aluminum Extrusion vs. Welded Steel

Posted by Mark Howe

Feb 4, 2011 10:48:00 AM

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80/20 Aluminum Extrusion offers a large list of advantages when compared to steel.  The light to heavy-duty material can be used in applications ranging from a television stand to a machine frame.  You are only held back by your imagination. 

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Topics: aluminum extrusion in nj, steel frame, aluminum extrusion, t-slotted extrusion, machine guard, assembly, welded steel frame