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11,531 Products

Raw Materials

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

1,000 products

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable—all with material certificates for traceability

198 products

Stainless Steel

Resists corrosion and chemicals in most environments—all with material certificates for traceability

146 products

Brass

More machinable than copper and bronze—all with material certificates for traceability

27 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Secure fittings in the U-shaped channel to route conduit and pipe or build other structures

1,542 products

T-Slotted Framing and Fittings

The most versatile system, attach fittings along the continuous slots to build virtually anything

1,943 products

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

Fasten through equally spaced holes to build and adjust guards, tables, and racks

122 products

Press-Fit Framing and Fittings

Set up temporary partitions, guards, and displays using only a hammer

57 products

Locking-Slotted Framing and Fittings

Make platforms, bases, and other structures that stand up to more movement than T-slotted framing

5 products

Slip-On Framing and Fittings

Insert rails into fittings and tighten screws to make guards, railings, and racks

408 products

Clamp-On Framing and Fittings

Two-piece fittings let you modify assembly stations, conveyors, and racks without dismantling them

228 products

Weld-Together Framing and Fittings

Permanently join rails and fittings to assemble heavy duty racks, shelving, and work tables

35 products

Flush-Fit Framing and Fittings

Create smooth stair and platform railings by sliding fittings into rails and tightening the screws

11 products

Edge Trim

Install on panels, boards, signs, and mirrors to protect edges from impact

191 products

Panel Connecting Trim

Connect two panels while protecting the edges from damage

33 products

Wall Bases

Protect the bottom of walls from foot traffic and impact

2 products

Door Edge Plates

Reinforce door edges to guard them against damage from foot traffic and equipment

18 products

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

26 products

Door Stops

Keep doors from slamming into and damaging walls

2 products

Surface Guards

Protect walls and other flat surfaces from impact

35 products

Door Kick Plates

Protect door bases from foot traffic and equipment; also known as armor and mop plates

50 products

Protective Film and Tape

Adhere to surfaces to keep them free of scratches, chemicals, moisture, and germs

3 products

Wear Plates

Often used on conveyors to reduce friction where parts bump into equipment to extend service life

3 products

Door Tracks

Hang panels to slide over openings when there’s not space for a swinging door

329 products

Ceiling Grids

Support ceiling tiles in drop ceilings

12 products

Ceiling Tile Hanger Wire

Suspend drop ceiling grids from the ceiling above

1 product

Ceiling Tile Clips

Secure ceiling tiles or connect ceiling tile frame components

3 products

Door Drip Guards

Divert rain and snow away from door openings

10 products

Push-to-Close Latches

Automatically hold doors shut when you push them closed

9 products

Brackets

Connect surfaces in an assembly

3 products

Material Handling

Routing Clamp Rails

Use with rail-mount routing clamps to route pressurized lines in hydraulic systems

14 products

Routing Clamps

Secure routed lines of pipe, tubing, and conduit

575 products

U-Bolts

Anchor heavy pipe, tube, and conduit; stronger than routing clamps and hangers

1,013 products

U-Bolt Plates

Reinforce mounted U-bolts for a more secure hold

152 products

Pipe Hangers

Suspend pipe, conduit, and tube from rods, hooks, and straps

491 products

Pipe Hanger Straps

Pair with fasteners and clamping hangers to extend the hanging length of duct, pipe, and tube

4 products

Loop Clamps

Hold pipe snug against the mounting surface to prevent movement that may cause breakage

372 products

Routing Rings

Suspend wire and cable by feeding it through the eyehole

37 products

Routing J-Hooks

Hang, adjust, and remove bundles of cable through the wide opening more easily than with routing rings

2 products

Pipe Supports

Brace pipe, tube, and conduit that needs to be routed between studs or elevated off the floor

9 products

Pipe Standoff Clamps

Secure pipes in sanitation drain applications and keep them from touching the mounting surface

22 products

Pipe Cradles

Add support to prevent insulation from tearing when routing insulated pipe through loop hangers

9 products

Conveyor Tracks

Create an enclosed runway for trolleys to carry loads along overhead conveyors

4 products

Trolleys

Transport hook-mount hoists along a beam for lifting and moving loads

5 products

Cable and Hose Trolleys

Move cable and hose along wire rope, channel, or beams; also known as festoon trolleys

35 products

Pulleys

Mount or suspend to guide wire rope for lifting and pulling loads

321 products

E-Tracks

Add straps and other parts to keep cargo from moving inside vans and trucks; stronger than L-Tracks

12 products

Scaffold Clamps

Construct scaffolding and secure supports, such as railings

2 products

Robot Mounts

Secure your robot arm to benches, frames, or other surfaces

2 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Steel Hat Channel

Creates space for insulation inside walls and ceilings

2 products

Gutters

Catch rainwater and divert it away from a building to protect its foundation

2 products

Electrical

DIN Rails

Mount terminal blocks, power supplies, relays, and other devices on walls and in enclosures

37 products

Cable Trays and Cable Tray Fittings

Organize and route bundles of cable while keeping them accessible anywhere along the run

136 products

Electrical Enclosure Mounting Channels

Position components inside electrical enclosures without drilling holes, which can leak

9 products

Raceway and Raceway Fittings

Route and guard wiring along indoor surfaces

160 products

Conduit and Conduit Fittings

Protect wiring from impact and the environment in runs indoors, outdoors, and underground

911 products

Cable Ramps

Protect cable and cords in areas with pedestrian and equipment traffic

13 products

Wire Sleeving

Bundle wiring and protect from abrasion and heat

92 products

Cable and Hose Carriers

Route, protect, and guide moving cable

6 products

Weatherheads

Bring power into buildings and protect the entry point from rain and snow

10 products

Wire Sleeving Installation Tools

Insert wire and hose into corrugated, spiral wrap, or wraparound sleeving

2 products

Ballast Connectors

Avoid exposure to live wires when replacing fluorescent ballasts

2 products

Fabricating and Machining

T-Tracks

Versatile mounting tracks for jigs, fences, and other custom setups

44 products

Conduit Benders

Bend conduit by hand, by foot, with heat, or with a hydraulic pump

5 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Metal Panels

Close off openings in structures while allowing air to pass through

232 products

Lighting

Machine and Task Lights

Shine light on work areas, within enclosures, and inside machines

12 products

Lamp Pipe Fasteners

Fasten lamp pipe to a socket or base to build and repair lamps

2 products

Lamp Pipe

Connect lamp components and conceal wires when building or repairing lamps

18 products

Light Sockets

Install or replace sockets in fixtures for standard household, tubular, compact, or miniature bulbs

12 products

Measuring and Inspecting

Stroboscopes

Shine a bright flashing light at moving belts and pulleys to measure speed and detect wear

3 products

Power Transmission

Roller Chain Guides

Align roller chain to limit friction, reducing noise and prolonging the chain's life

10 products

Fastening and Joining

Weld Nuts

Weld to metal surfaces to add permanent threads

235 products

Fluid Handling

Pipe and Pipe Fittings

Generally thicker and more rigid than tubing for distributing liquids and gases through your facility

24 products