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Unread 27-05-2011, 07:33
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Re: Alternatives to Welding?

Since you already have a good understanding of 80/20s T-Slot products perhaps looking into their other products would be a good first step. Using this style connection should allow you to keep a square frame, I would suggest bolting or adding gussets to sections you expect to see more load.

They sell a product called Quick Frame which has many options for connectors and comes in at about half the weight of T-Slot.

80/20 Quick Frame:
http://www.8020.net/Quick-Frame-5.asp

Another Company:
http://www.brunnerent.com/Tools/Port...y=2&strMetaTag

I'm sure there are other options out there as well.
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