When you need 1/2″ EMT, American Conduit should be your first and only choice. Our PullEase™ aluminum EMT is a revolutionary product that can boost your efficiency to levels you might not have thought were possible. PullEase™ doesn’t require internal lubrication, making installations faster. Also, PullEase™ is less than half the weight of steel, so you won’t need as many workers for each installation. By assigning those workers to other tasks, you can get multiple jobs done simultaneously.
Benefits of Aluminum EMT
There are several benefits of using PullEase™ aluminum electrical metallic tubing (EMT) over traditional steel EMT:
- Lightweight – PullEase™ EMT is significantly lighter than steel EMT, making it easier to handle and install.
- Corrosion resistant – Aluminum is naturally resistant to corrosion, making it a good choice for use in damp or outdoor environments.
- Non-magnetic – Aluminum EMT does not conduct magnetism, making it suitable for use in environments where electromagnetic interference is a concern.
- Cost-effective – PullEase™ is less expensive than steel EMT, making it a cost-effective option for many construction projects.
- Better electrical conductivity – Aluminum has better electrical conductivity than steel, which makes it a better option for larger electrical loads.
- Easy to bend – Aluminum is also more flexible than steel, so it’s easier to bend around tight corners or difficult spaces.
- Easy to cut – Aluminum is easier to cut than steel as well, which makes it easier to install.
- Better fire resistance – PullEase™ is more resistant to fire than steel, which makes it safer for use in buildings.
Cutting Labor Costs
PullEase™ can help you save on labor costs in several ways:
PullEase™ is significantly lighter than steel conduit, making it easier for workers to handle and install. This can lead to fewer injuries and less fatigue, which can help to save on labor costs. It’s more flexible than steel conduit, which makes it easier to bend around tight corners and difficult spaces. This can help to reduce the amount of time required to install.
As you learned earlier, PullEase™ is easier to cut than steel conduit, which means that it can be cut to size more quickly and easily. You can join sections of PullEase™ together using compression fittings, which are faster and easier to install than steel conduit threads. This can save on labor costs. Finally, PullEase™ has a long lifespan, meaning it doesn’t require frequent repairs or replacements. This can help to save on labor costs over time as well.
Built to Last
Not only do we treat our PullEase™ EMT with special alloys that make it as strong as steel, but PullEase™ will also last longer. Unlike steel, PullEase™ won’t corrode or rust as the years go by. Aluminum has a natural coating of aluminum oxide that protects it from degradation. If you use steel in a damp environment, such as a food processing plant, it will fall apart before long. This, of course, will eventually ruin your wires and cables.
Safety
PullEase™ also won’t burn, and it won’t emit sparks. If you’re in a volatile environment, you’ll be able to use it with complete confidence. That’s a huge consideration for oil and gas operations and others.
Please get in touch with American Conduit for more information on PullEase™1/2″ EMT. Contact us online or call 1 (800) 334-6825.