Aluminium Profile framework over steel Structure

Whether you are assembling a large production line, installing automation equipment, building the machine structure, T- slotted aluminium extrusion is a good option. Many choose traditional welded steel structures to enhance their strength and durability. However, aluminium extrusion frames are becoming increasingly popular for several reasons.

Aluminium extrusion framework is a modular solution that consists of Aluminium extrusion profile with a unique T slot design and series of specialized connectors and fasteners, which allows designer or purchaser to adjust the structure frame according their own needs. Because the framework is aluminium, it often has a higher price tag than steel. But it offers distinct advantages as below.

Extensive Application Range:

With its unique decoration, good sound insulation, heat preservation and recyclability are widely used in construction field, and with extrusion molding and high mechanical and physical properties, good thermal conductivity and high specific strngt. Suitable for machine frame, bracket door, industrial automation equipment, factory and office workbenches, shelves, containers, ladders, conveyor systems etc.

Easy of assembly and convenient installations:

Modular and multifunctional, without complex design and processing, can quickly frame an ideal mechanical equipment cover. Steel is a cheaper than aluminium in the same unit. But one implicit cost should not be ignored-labour, especially for intensive setup. During the assembly process, u need to hire professional assembler to put the pieces into place and even you have to employ skilled worker to cut, weld the material. And more is impossible to finish in a short time.

Adaptability to changes

The modular structure determines the T slot Aliminium extrusion framework own incomparable performance f adaptive variability, the frame system are much more flexible than steel. Pieces or parts can be interrupted and disconnected, then reassembled as needed. Moreover, the aluminium extrusion frame structure can be vernier adjustment, its simple to move the connectors or fasteners a few millimetres here or there to achieve proper installation. On the contrary, the steel must be planned a welded structure before installation, even each measurement and bolt must be precisely determined ahead of time. The moment these steels are permanently welded together and drilled into precise holes, it is hard to change the positions, so once the equipment and processes change down the road, the steel structure may not be able to adapt accordingly.

Attractive Appearance:

T slot aluminium extrusion frame needs not panting compared with steel structure which must be protectively coated to help slow he inevitable process. Anodized aluminium extrusion has the good looking appearance and good capacity of anti-corrosion by nature.

Easy maintenance:

Because of the modular nature of T slot aluminium extrusion frame, it’s easy and rapid to renewal the parts when the structure is damaged during production. But if you switch to another material, take steel structure for example, first you must stop production to repair it. You can imagine the process of maintenance: Cutting down the damaged pieces and welding back a new hole; the machine must stop working throughout the maintenance.  

Advantages Of Hydro-pneumatic Systems

Hydropneumatic presses are initially driven by compressed air only, and then they activate the hydraulic power stroke automatically. These presses combine the benefits of pneumatic systems and hydraulic presses, taking the pneumatically driven fast stroke, which approaches the workpiece with low force, and combining it with the automatically-activated hydraulic power stroke that engages when it encounters resistance. As a result of this combination, the applied energy is used to the most economic effect. Hydropneumatic presses do not need a hydraulic power pack, and they can also be used where space is at a premium.

There are many benefits of using hydropneumatic presses, including:

  • These presses use compressed air as their primary source of power, and it results in the inexpensive and reliable implementation of piping systems and components. This completely eliminates the need for expensive hydraulic components such as hydraulic oil.
  • Force and Speed of the cylinder can be infinitely adjusted.
  • Rapid, pneumatically operated approach stroke and return stroke. The design of the cylinder is such that return force is larger than the approach force, resulting in the loading of heavier tools for respective tonnages.
  • Absolute separation of air and oil chambers. This has been achieved by providing bleed holes between the pneumatic and hydraulic seals. In the event of failure of pneumatic seals, the air escapes to atmosphere through a bleed hole and does not mix with the hydraulic oil. If the hydraulic seals fail, oil escapes from its bleed hole, indicating deterioration of the seal, which can be procured and replaced well before total breakdown occurs.
  • Hydropneumatic presses are lightweight and compact, which makes it easy to mount them on a table. Additionally, there is no need to install a hydraulic power pack, which can save you a lot of floor space.
  • These presses are serious energy savers. They can save up to 50% in energy inputs over fully hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and they can save more than 70% in terms of cost compared to traditional hydraulic systems.

Hydro-pneumatic presses are used over pneumatic and hydraulic presses for a variety of applications, like bending, riveting, forming, marking, clamping, punching, and straightening. And that’s because of their above mentioned advantages.