If you aren’t as lucky as Xtrudor to get caught in the tail end of a supernova and gain the power of extruding aluminum from your fingertips, you might be confused with all the various names of aluminum extrusions.
Sometimes the difference is just a way of spelling – moulding vs molding. In other instances, there are different names based on use – F-Channel vs corner moulding vs sign frame extrusion. And in other situations, the systems or use cases are basically the same, but the material might be slightly different – Z-Clips (aluminum) vs French Cleat (wood).
To help you out, here’s a quick rundown of some of different names to help you keep up with the speed of our superpowered hero, Xtrudor.
The structural aluminum angles are sometimes referred to as L-shaped aluminum channels or right-angle channels. And the architectural angles can also go by aluminum trim.
Use the architectural angle profiles with frames, braces, table and countertop edging, or any other design purposes where you need a decorative look. The structural angle extrusions help when you need extra durability and most used for constructing frames and braces. Corrosion-resistant, they are perfect for construction purposes and help seal corners of buildings.
The F-channel is often used for millwork and signage, which is why you can hear it called corner moulding or aluminum sign frame extrusions. For Extrude-A-Trim, our aluminum inside corner and aluminum outside corner moulding provide the seamless look that cabinet makers and builders require. And when used for signage, they are suitable for interior and exterior signage, signage mounting and in displays.
Look no further than Extrude-A-Trim, when you need one of these multifaceted extrusions. Between us and Xtrudor, we’ll make sure you grab the right one, regardless of its name.
Aluminum J Channels go by many names – J-Cap, J Edge Trim, J Moulding, or Mirror J Cap – all of which are related to its shape. Used for its functionality and aesthetics, are perfect for framing a mirror, manufacturing store fixtures, and mounting sidings on corners.
Another versatile extrusion, that has almost as many names as uses. Xtrudor would be impressed with all of its monikers – he always thought he could use a few more.
Once again, we come to an extrusion named because of it’s shape – aluminum C Channel. Also known as an aluminum U Channel or a shower enclosure extrusion, these extrusions are perfect for store fixtures, displays, shower enclosures, windows, glass/mirror projects, chairs, elevators, framing and many more applications.
The structural versions of these extrusions have super strength and can hold heavy weight and are resistant to cracks. While the architectural versions provide the aesthetics to finish your project with that perfect square or rounded edge.
With Z-Clips and Z-Bars, they are a more modern version of the French Cleat Hanging System. They both help with hanging items. The French Cleat originally used wood for the interlocking system. Our Z-Clips are made with aluminum… obviously. Whatever you call them, they are cost-effective and offer super speedy mounting and removal. They’re also strong and secure and can be used on a variety of surfaces.
Ticket mouldings display price tags and product descriptions on shelving. Which is why they are also called price tag mouldings or price tag channels. In this case, they are all the same and just go by whichever name you prefer. For this one, it isn’t any more complicated than that.
That about covers the majority of the different names of popular extrusions. But if you’re still confused, don’t worry, we can help you out. Contact our experts to see which extrusion is best for your project. And if it isn’t one of these or any of our other in-stock extrusions, we can create custom shapes to match your design perfectly. Whatever the case, whatever the need, Xtrudor and Extrude-A-Trim will help you find the extrusion your project deserves.
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