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A product's surface finish affects nearly everything about its value -- from production cost to strength(!?) to visual appeal. Learn about the metal finishing process here:

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(from Engineering Product Design)

Surface Finish - Roughness - Symbols, Charts, Callouts & Costs Surface finish is the nature of a surface as defined by the three characteristics of lay, surface roughness, and waviness

From adding thin walls to raised text to “non-threadable” holes, subtractive manufacturing such as CNC milling is not without its mishaps. Machine Design provides some smart ways to avoid some of the most common design "don’ts":

5 Common Machining Mistakes to Avoid From adding thin walls to raised text to “non-threadable” holes, subtractive manufacturing such as CNC milling is not without its mishaps. Here are ways to avoid some of the most...

For industrial and even commercial support, aluminum frame systems offer unbeatable value and durability ... in the right situation.

Beyond initial costs, you should always consider the long-term benefits and value of each type of aluminum framing:

What Goes Into the Cost of 80/20 Aluminum & Custom Frames? The true cost of a modular structural frame is much more than sticker price. Learn what goes into 80/20 aluminum cost (& other custom T-slot alternatives):

Aluminum extrusion can revolutionize structural frame, but only if you use it wisely. Save time and cut costs by focusing on modularity and ease of assembly:

Using Aluminum Extrusion for Modular, Adjustable Framing Proper use of aluminum framing systems saves time and money by making assembly & adjustment easy. Learn how to build for modularity with extrusions here:

🥂 Ever wondered how opera singers can shatter glass with just their voice? It's all about resonance 🎶

This fascinating principle isn't just for the stage -- it's also crucial for the framework holding up that stage.

Discover how invisible waves influence design and safety:

What do Opera singers and Structures have in common? Resonance, Dynamic amplification factor, Damping, Fundamentals of vibration, Response of undamped system, response of damped system,

📈 Efficiency
💪 Performance
🛡️ Safety
💡 Innovation

Are you or your company measured by any of the above criteria? You may benefit from AngleLock’s patented structural engineering system for small-to-medium-scale builds:

See the growing number of product types and industries we've helped here:

Custom Aluminum Extrusion Framing | Industrial Applications See how AngleLock patented connection systems make custom aluminum extrusion framing the best way to meet your industry’s demanding specs.

Even in smaller-scale builds, it's stressful bearing the burden of an entire structure.

You'll be surprised to learn how many types of "loads" a machine, display, or similar-sized framed structure must face each day:

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(from The Structural Blog)

Types Of Loads Acting On A Structure - The Structural Blog Structures are designed to avoid excessive deformations under different types of loads. Hence, the nature and magnitude of them must be accurately defined.

No single engineering solution fits all needs. Forget the default welded steel for a minute, and explore the flexibility of aluminum extrusions.

Surprised by the possibilities? We'll wait to hear 😏

Aluminum Extrusion Building Systems - 4 Industrial Use Cases Aluminum extrusion building systems are gaining steam as a surprisingly robust solution for structural framing. But is that true for your use case?

Exciting news! AngleLock will be showcasing the world's first 7th Axis Linear Shaft Motor Gantry System at the Automate show 2024! This cutting-edge technology is sure to revolutionize the automation industry. Be sure to stop by booth 5413 to see it in action and learn more about how it can benefit your business.

AngleLock to Introduce World's First 7th Axis Linear Shaft Motor Gantry for Industry 4.0 at Automate 2024 Show /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AngleLock will launch its newest product, Arrow-1, at Automate 2024 in Chicago May 6-9. The 7th Axis Linear Shaft Motor Gantry is the...

"Many of these possibilities don’t exist with traditional aluminum framing systems like tube-and-joint, strut channels, and even T-slot extrusions."

--This aluminum framing design guide covers key points universal to extrusions, educates you on AngleLock-specific best practices, and will get you excited about unlocking new building possibilities!

Aluminum Extrusion Design Guide: Advanced Structural Edition Modular aluminum frames allow you to push limits. Head here for standard extrusion design guidelines, plus ones unique to industrial-grade AngleLock systems:

[PROJECT SPOTLIGHT]

From the desk of the unofficial innovation department: a secure, mechanically locking docking station for carts.

🛠️ Hassle-free, quick assembly
🤝 Dependable locking for utmost safety & precision
🔄 Flexibility to move and adjust easily

Learn more here:

Project Spotlight: Cart Docking Alternative to Floor Locks Industrial carts & racks are key to product flow, but what if they could do more? This alternative to floor locks boosts efficiency, precision, & safety:

We'd all love to eliminate dull, dirty, and dangerous work from our lives. Universal Robots is attempting to make that happen, having unveiled a cobot that can manage major payloads in a small space.

UR’s mission is to create safer and more engaging workplaces, where “human beings do what they’re good at -- creative thinking":

Universal Robots Unveils UR30: Relief for Heavy Lifting The UR30 is a cobot that will lift heavy payloads while maintaining a compact footprint in a collaborative setting.

Robots are at it again, automating the assembly of connectors for cars and trucks. It has to do with the growing number of plastic components in autos, and their need for secure connectors that can withstand high temps and vibration:

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(from ASSEMBLY Magazine)

The Assembly Show South ASSEMBLY is thrilled to return to the Music City Center in Nashville, TN for The ASSEMBLY Show SOUTH on May 1-2, 2024. This is a booming time for manufacturing and the U.S. South is right in the heart of the action. Joining us in 2024, is The QUALITY Show SOUTH, expanding the exhibit hall and adding...

Soft and prone to fatigue: It’s not just a way some people describe their spouse or co-worker; it’s also an outdated view of aluminum.

Through strategic design, a maintenance plan, and the right frame material and system, you can make aluminum work harder for you:

Aluminum Fatigue Failure: 6 Hacks to Steal From Aerospace You can adapt aerospace-industry workarounds for your lightweight machine base or similar structure. Get tips for designing around aluminum frame fatigue here:

This introduction to AngleLock's modular system is helpful for comparing how it's similar, yet stands out from welded steel frames:

🛠️ Steel's strength, aluminum's flexibility
🔄 Easy assembly & modification
🏭 For engineers & designers in many industries

See the engineering genius here:

AngleLock's Modular Aluminum System: As Rigid as Welded Steel How could aluminum framing, perceived as softer & weaker than steel, create connections that last? With a rigid, fixed connection system – that's still modular!

A popular machine for sorting parts on a production line, even vibratory feeder bowls needs to operate smoothly.

When there’s a performance issue, it often ties back to the (im)proper use of structural framing. Discover our top troubleshooting tips for fixing a machine from the ground up:

6 Vibratory Bowl Feeder Troubleshooting Tips [+1 Bonus] Even a vibratory feeder bowl needs to operate smoothly. Discover key troubleshooting tips for design & engineering, and keep performance and uptime optimized:

Our picks for the industrial/factory trends you'll hear about the most in 2024:

Industrial Machinery Trends [2024] – Safety, Automation, & More These industrial machinery trends might affect your operation in 2024. Make sure you’re still on the cutting edge of modular structural design!

📖 Another day, another outlet recognizing our founder, Frank Oetlinger.

A belated thanks to International Association of Diecutting and Diemaking - IADD for featuring Frank as a Lifetime Achievement Award winner!

IADD: International Association of Diecutting and Diemaking on LinkedIn: #iaddrules #diecutting #diemaking The December issue of The Cutting Edge magazine is online now! With content from Interstate Specialty Products, Frank Oetlinger of Blanking Systems Inc, Mike…

Can you truly improve what’s already been the accepted and established product and process for nearly 50 years?

Absolutely.

For decades, modular aluminum framing has been synonymous with T-slot extruded parts. Unknown to many, a similar-but-different system is improving a growing number of heavy-duty applications:

Aluminum Structural Framing Systems: T-Slot vs. Alternatives T-slots are the decades-old standard for aluminum structural framing. Today, a new extruded system promises stronger, tighter connections. Which wins out?

🎤 That's our guy!

See the journey of our leader, Frank Oetlinger, discuss the possible "strongest bracket in the world" with MTD CNC Global:

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Especially in factories, a machine's safety and performance starts from the ground up. See our design guidelines for industrial bases and frames here:

6 Machine Base Frame Design Tips for Industrial-Grade Duty Don’t scoff at the value of a sturdy-yet-flexible foundation for industrial equipment. Use these 6 machine base frame design tips for safe, durable results:

Beyond the blueprint -- how to customize a solution for your assembly:

Beyond the Blueprint: Customizing Assembly Solutions For those involved in part assembly, the significance of having the precise equipment for production cannot be overstated.

When working on a CAD for a fabricated metal frame project, one expert says to start with the "absurdly ideal" and work toward a compromise from there:

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(from The Fabricator)

How to plan a CAD project for a fabricated metal frame CAD expert Gerald Davis walks through the preparation of a statement of work to revise a welded frame.

How do you build a robotic arm? It's all in the joints.

The right motor and a modular unit are a good start. Learn how design choices can help with accuracy, repeatability, and the installation process:

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(from Machine Design)

What Makes a Good Robot Joint for Cobots? The right motor and a modular unit can deliver high torque performance, accuracy and repeatability, plus easy implementation into articulating arms.

Endless customizability. That's one of the main purposes of modular framing.

On our Custom Designs page, you'll find some of the many examples of AngleLock allowing customers to find the perfect blend of flexibility and strength:

Custom Aluminum Extrusion Designs Learn more about how our customized aluminum extrusions unlock the opportunity for engineers to find reliable and precise solutions for unique applications

Around since the 1970s, T-slots are about as common as it gets for metal building systems. So, what are today's options when you want a different level of performance?

5 T-Slot Alternatives for Modular Framing Systems T-slots are a standard in many machine & equipment designs, cost-efficiency warts and all. These alternatives may give you more stability and value:

For the first time, the annual Rockwell Automation, Inc. Fair included an ESG (Environmental, Social, & Governance) Summit.

The argument? Manufacturers need to accelerate their environmental efforts -- both for sentimental and practical reasons:

Lessons From Rockwell Automation's ESG Summit Familiar refrains about environmental responsibility and the need to set sustainability goals clash with the reality of unexpected costs and consequences.

Our predictions for the top industrial machinery & equipment trends in 2024:

Industrial Machinery Trends [2024] – Safety, Automation, & More These industrial machinery trends might affect your operation in 2024. Make sure you’re still on the cutting edge of modular structural design!

How exactly do you design with AngleLock? We made just the guide for that:

Aluminum Extrusion Design Guide: Advanced Structural Edition Modular aluminum frames allow you to push limits. Head here for standard extrusion design guidelines, plus ones unique to industrial-grade AngleLock systems:

What’s the secret to the popularity of aluminum extrusions for industrial-grade framing? The ability to add nuts, bolts, and other accessories on the fly.

Because there are many similar-yet-different options, let’s dissect the when, what, and how of using T-slot hardware (and advanced alternatives) effectively:

Hardware Guide for Aluminum Extrusions: T-Slot & Advanced An aluminum extrusion frame’s ability to add nuts & bolts makes these systems ultra-modular. Here’s how to make use of T-slot hardware & advanced alternatives: