This could be your first time buying aluminum conduit, and you may be asking yourself, “What is aluminum conduit used for?” At American Conduit, we have a team of experts who will be very glad to answer this or any other conduit-related questions you may have. We’re committed to ensuring all our customers have the information they need to make the right decision. If you’re not sure what kind of aluminum conduit will be best for your application or what size of conduit will be the best, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
A Multitude of Uses
Aluminum conduit can be used in a wide range of applications. It is a perfect material because it can be easily bent or cut without using any special tools. All of our conduit meets stringent NEC (National Electrical Code®) standards, and our customers use it in just about any environment you can imagine – including the following:
- Coal mines
- Construction (residential, industrial and commercial)
- Food and beverage operations
- Food processing plants (known for having highly corrosive environments)
- Oil and gas operations
- Paper and pulp mills
- Power utilities
- Telecommunications
- Wastewater treatment facilities
- And many, many others
American Conduit has a team of design, engineering, and manufacturing professionals who are here to provide a custom solution for whatever type of application you may have.
Aluminum Vs. Steel
Aluminum conduit can replace steel in just about any setting imaginable. Not only is it just as strong, but it also won’t corrode. Because aluminum has built-in corrosion protection, you’ll never have to worry about rust or discoloration. This comes courtesy of a natural coating of aluminum oxide. For steel to resist corrosion, it must be coated with very costly materials.
Our conduit is especially effective in applications with significant amounts of corrosive elements or water. It is also extremely safe. If you have a volatile environment, you can use aluminum with complete confidence. The reason is that it won’t catch fire, and it won’t emit sparks. Aluminum also won’t emit toxic fumes, unlike steel.
Just as important, aluminum can deliver significant cost savings versus steel. You can save as much as 20 percent per foot, easily adding tens of thousands of dollars – and possibly more – to your bottom line.
You’ll also see labor savings of up to 75 percent. This is possible because aluminum is only about a third the weight of steel. The average length of conduit is 10 feet. That length of steel weighs about 100 pounds. The same length of aluminum conduit weighs closer to 34.
It doesn’t take a math genius to see how much easier it will be to install aluminum conduit instead of steel. You will only have to assign one worker to an installation rather than two or even three. Your efficiency will shoot through the roof since you can put those other workers on other installations, taking care of all of them much faster.
We’re Here for You
Hopefully, we’ve answered the question, “What is aluminum conduit used for?” At American Conduit, we’re ready to help you in many other ways. Find out more about how we can boost your bottom line by contacting us online or calling 1 (800) 334-6825.