Exceptionally Strong Yet Lightweight
With a tensile strength of 31,000 to 44,000 psi, rigidized aluminum sheet is the material to choose if weight is your primary concern. Rigidized aluminum cases offer weight reductions of up to 35% over comparable laminate cases while maintaining an outstanding strength to weight ratio. At ECM we offer you the choice of 0.063” material for ultimate strength and 0.050” material for even lighter weight.
Aircraft Grade, Rigidized Aluminum Sheet
“Rigidized” refers to the patterning on the surface of an aluminum sheet, designed to give it rigidity, abrasion resistance and strength superior to plain aluminum sheet or drawn aluminum. Cases using this material are TIG welded in our facility to the configuration and size specified.
Each sheet is made from 5052 aluminum alloy (the same alloy used to manufacture aircraft fuel tanks). Whatever your choice, each material is mated to our own custom extrusion (complete with neoprene seal) that guarantees outstanding structural rigidity.
Many Customizable Options
Your rigidized aluminum case can also be customized to your requirements with the use of optional hardware. Recessed or collapsible pull handles, casters and lockable latches are but a few of the hardware choices available. Aluminum cases can also be anodized or powder coated in a wide assortment of colours (see colour chart). And as always, we can design the interior to accommodate any equipment that you may have.
An Environmentally Responsible Choice
When you choose aluminum cases, you are making an environmentally responsible choice. At the end of their useful life, the aluminum in our cases can be recycled.
TYPICAL ALUMINUM CASE CONFIGURATIONS
| Heavy Duty | Medium Duty | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Panel thickness | 0.063” | 0.050” | |
| Hardware | Recessed | Surface or recessed | |
| Foam | Etha | Etha or polyurethane | |
| Construction | Welded | Welded |