--- title: AngleLock | Structural Aluminum Framing News and Information | Frank Oetlinger (2) description: Frank is the founder of Controlled Dynamics and AngleLock. He created AngleLock's technology for engineers, designers, and end users tired of repetitive realignment and retightening of structural aluminum assemblies. His mission is to provide a more versatile alternative to traditional T-slot systems. 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He created AngleLock's technology for engineers, designers, and end users tired of repetitive realignment and retightening of structural aluminum assemblies. His mission is to provide a more versatile alternative to traditional T-slot systems. ## [Maintenance Downtime Reduction for Steel & Aluminum Framing Systems](https://anglelock.com/blog/maintenance-downtime-reduction-steel-aluminum-framing) If T-slot aluminum framing is abundant in your factory, it’s a virtual must that you staff a maintenance guy to regularly check its alignment. And if you rely heavily on.. ## [6 Machine Base Frame Design Guidelines](https://anglelock.com/blog/machine-base-frame-design) Are machines the heart of your operation? Well-designed machine bases serve as not just their skeleton, but their veins and arteries too, keeping circulation (aka your production.. ## [4 Aluminum Extrusion Building Systems Use Cases to Boost Your Project](https://anglelock.com/blog/aluminum-extrusion-building-systems-uses) If there’s ever been a one-size-fits-all solution to an engineering problem, we’ve yet to meet it. ## [Picking Adjustable Angle Brackets for Structural Framing Systems](https://anglelock.com/blog/adjustable-angle-brackets-structural-framing-system) Angle brackets have many names – corner, mounting, L, cleat angle, terminal, gusset, and so on. With some clever engineering, they can add just as many benefits to your structural.. ## [Structural Metal Framing Systems: Welded Steel vs. Aluminum Extrusion](https://anglelock.com/blog/metal-framing-systems-welded-steel-aluminum-extrusion) A new project has you looking at structural metal framing systems. ## [Aluminum Frame Design – Differences From Welded Steel Framing](https://anglelock.com/blog/aluminum-frame-design-vs-lightweight-structural-steel) You’re desperate to limit downtime and uphold safety standards with any metal framework supporting your industrial, manufacturing, or automation equipment. ## [How Much Weight Can Aluminum Extrusions Hold?](https://anglelock.com/blog/how-much-weight-can-aluminum-extrusion-hold/) Did you know aluminum can pull its weight – literally – vs. steel? And did you know extruded parts are often stronger and lighter than formed-sheet parts? ## [\[PROJECT SPOTLIGHT\] Automated Machinery Enclosure Manufacturing](https://anglelock.com/blog/automated-machinery-enclosure-manufacturers) They say home is where the heart is. Unknown to many users, the design of a metal enclosure cabinet is key to a successful automation line and machinery. How can your housing best.. ## [Aluminum Structural Framing Systems: T-Slot Pros, Cons, Alternatives](https://anglelock.com/blog/aluminum-structural-framing-systems-t-slot) Can you truly improve what’s already been the accepted and established product and process for nearly 50 years? Depending on your application, absolutely. 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