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The Most Common Applications for Aluminum in Manufacturing
Posted 1 week, 1 day agoViewed 41 times
For manufacturing, aluminum is one of the most common materials for various applications. From its lightweight characteristics to its corrosion-resistant properties, aluminum offers manufacturers countless possibilities due to its malleability and cost effectiveness. To further highlight this material’s benefits, let’s explore the most common...

How Aluminum T-Slots Can Improve Industrial Machine Guards
Posted 1 week, 2 days agoViewed 33 times
Industrial machine guards are vital components of any manufacturing process involving workers, machines, and equipment. They protect the machinery and personnel from unintended harm or damage. However, machine guards need fabrication, maintenance, and monitoring to ensure effectiveness. One of the ways to achieve this is by incorporating...

The Differences Between Safety Guards and Shields
Posted 3 weeks, 1 day agoViewed 89 times
Thousands of workers get injured or lose their lives every year due to workplace accidents. That is why every company must prioritize the safety of their employees. Most companies invest in safety equipment like guards and shields to ensure workers stay protected. While safety guards and shields might seem similar in some ways, they have...

The Different Uses for Aluminum in Construction
Posted on 05/01/2023 at 10:08 amViewed 137 times
When it comes to construction, aluminum is one of the most versatile and cost-effective materials around. It’s lightweight yet incredibly strong, making it ideal for structure support, insulation, cladding, and reinforcement. You can also find aluminum in construction applications, from window frames to siding to roofing materials. Let’s look...

Ways Custom Workstations Can Improve Your Business
Posted on 04/26/2023 at 09:30 amViewed 109 times
As technology continues to be a driving force in the business world, companies must invest in customized workstations to remain competitive. These days, it’s not enough to simply have the basic equipment that every other company has. With custom workstations, you can increase efficiency and productivity at all levels. Let’s explore several ways...

At What Point Does Aluminum Begin To Melt?
Posted on 04/07/2023 at 02:47 pmViewed 199 times
Aluminum is a widely used metal due to its malleability and strength. But at what point does aluminum begin to melt? It turns out that the answer is not as simple as you would think. Let’s explore at what point aluminum begins to melt and the different variables that affect the melting temperature of aluminum. Understanding Melting Points The...

10 Tips for Designing Your Own Assembly Line
Posted on 03/29/2023 at 10:00 amViewed 153 times
It’s no secret that the success of your warehouse boils down to the efficiency of your assembly line. That’s why it can feel quite overwhelming to approach the task of designing your own. Each warehouse has its own necessities and unique requirements, which is why it’s such a good idea to design your own line. After all, you won’t get one...

How To Choose the Right Machine Safety Guarding
Posted on 03/22/2023 at 08:45 amViewed 154 times
One of the most important things you must uphold within your warehouse is safety. One small mistake could lead to injury, disability, and even death. Most machines within your warehouse do possess an inherent dangerous quality during normal usage. That’s why guarding is necessary, as it keeps workers safe from numerous hazards. However, it’s...

Different Types of Aluminum Framing Systems
Posted on 03/09/2023 at 10:25 amViewed 197 times
Aluminum is one of the most plentiful and efficient materials on Earth, which is why we utilize it in a variety of industries. One area where aluminum is quite popular is in the manufacturing and industrial sectors, as the material is amazing to build with. Material manufacturers often utilize aluminum to create T-slot extrusions because they...

How Connectors Improve T-Slot Aluminum Extrusions
Posted on 03/01/2023 at 10:52 amViewed 212 times
Where would humanity be without the literal and figurative building blocks that came before us? It's likely that without our predecessors paving the way, our society would not find itself at the point of development it's at now. That's why it's amazing to think that T-slot aluminum extrusions represent thousands of years of humanity's...