Fabrication of a Light Aluminum Protection Cage for the Lighting Industry

Industrial Alloys, Inc. was contracted by a customer in the lighting industry to create the custom protection cage highlighted here. This cage would house stage lighting fixtures in a multi-use gymnasium/worship hall space, protecting the contents during sporting events. The cage featured remote operation via a switch, allowing both the front and back ends to open and close. Employing advanced machinery and tools, Industrial’s skilled professionals expertly utilized shearing, plasma cutting, sawing, and certified welding processes on 6061 expanded and tube aluminum and 5052 aluminum plate to achieve the specified contours. A tight tolerance of ± 0.0312” was maintained throughout. The unit was deburred to remove machining debris, and left with a mill finish. A 100% dimensional inspection was carried out to ensure the highest quality and accuracy standards were met.

Eight protection cages were fabricated for this project after a 3 week turnaround time, and shipped to the customer in Weddington, North Carolina. The standards required by the customer were met, as well as meeting the rigorous quality standards set by ISO 9001:2008. For more information about this custom light aluminum protection cage fabrication, or the other value added services available, please see the table below or contact Industrial Alloys directly.