Frank Oetlinger

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.

Maintenance Downtime Reduction for Steel & Aluminum Framing Systems

If T-slot aluminum framing is abundant in your factory, it’s a virtual must that you staff a...

6 Machine Base Frame Design Guidelines

Are machines the heart of your operation? Well-designed machine bases serve as not just their...

4 Aluminum Extrusion Building Systems Use Cases to Boost Your Project

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

Angle brackets have many names – corner, mounting, L, cleat angle, terminal, gusset, and so on....

Structural Metal Framing Systems: Welded Steel vs. Aluminum Extrusion

A new project has you looking at structural metal framing systems.

Aluminum Frame Design – Differences From Welded Steel Framing

You’re desperate to limit downtime and uphold safety standards with any metal framework supporting...

How Much Weight Can Aluminum Extrusions Hold?

Did you know aluminum can pull its weight – literally – vs. steel? And did you know extruded parts...

[PROJECT SPOTLIGHT] Automated Machinery Enclosure Manufacturing

They say home is where the heart is. Unknown to many users, the design of a metal enclosure...

Aluminum Structural Framing Systems: T-Slot Pros, Cons, Alternatives

Can you truly improve what’s already been the accepted and established product and process for...