The advantages of aluminum over steel are more pronounced than you may think, whether you need aluminum EMT connectors or anything else you’ll find at American Conduit. Our products are known across the industry as the most durable you’ll find, and you’ll never worry about us running out and leaving you high and dry. The reason is that our supply is virtually unlimited – we always have about a million pounds of products across our network of warehouses that spans the country.
The Undisputed Industry Leader
We have such a huge supply because we’re part of Hydro, the world’s leading extruder of aluminum. Hydro has more than 30,000 customer across the globe, so that gives you an idea of the vast amount of resources to which we have access. Also, our company has been around for nearly 40 years – so you know we’ve done something right.
The reason so many clients turn to us on a regular basis is the way we treat our customers. Every experts on our staff is a true expert in aluminum conduit as well as couplings. We go through extensive training so that we stay up to date on the latest technologies and applications. As a result, when you ask us a questions, we’ll have the answer. If you aren’t sure what size of conduit you need for your specific application, we’ll be able to help.
Aluminum vs. Steel – It’s Not Even a Fair Fight
You may very well be holding a can of soda in your hand as you read this. There’s simply no way, you might think, that the same material used to make this can could possibly used to make electrical conduit. After all, you could easily crush that can using just a couple of fingers of one hand.
The truth is, not only does aluminum make great conduit, it’s actually better than steel. Of course, there are many people who believe steel is the only material that would make for reliable conduit. We’re here to tell you that’s just not the case. These are just some of the many reasons why aluminum is the superior choice.
- If you made the switch to aluminum conduit, you’d save anywhere from 40 to 60 percent per pound. Not only is aluminum cheaper to buy, it’s also much less expensive to ship should the need ever arise.
- But you won’t just be saving on materials. You’ll save an incredible amount on installation as well. Take into consideration that the typical 10-foot length of steel conduit weighs about 100 pounds. It usually takes two or three workers to carry it and install it. The same amount of aluminum conduit, on the other hand, is only 34 pounds. One person can do the same job that would normally take three.
- Durability is yet another area where aluminum shines over steel. We use 6063 alloy to make our aluminum just as strong as steel. Also, aluminum doesn’t degrade over time due to corrosion and rust. Unless steel is galvanized with zinc or some other expensive coating, it will break down as the years go by.
Our Professionals are Ready to Tell You More
Whether you’re looking for conduit, aluminum EMT connectors, or anything else we carry, American Conduit should always be your go-to source. Contact us online or call 1.800.334.6825 for more information on what makes aluminum better than steel.