Order Custom-Cut Profiles Without Cutting Charges
At AME System, aluminium profiles can be ordered cut to size online for lengths up to 3 metres.
For profiles longer than 3m, orders can be arranged directly via email or phone.
Unlike many suppliers, AME System does not charge off cutting fees. You pay for exact length you want.
This allows customers to order profiles exactly as the final assembly dimensions without adding unnecessary costs.
Order 30x30 Series Profiles
Order 40x40 Series Profiles
The Real Cost of Cutting Profiles Yourself
A common question in workshops is:
“Is it cheaper to buy full 6m lengths and cut them ourselves?”
The answer depends on the project.
While full-length stock can sometimes reduce raw material cost, additional workshop processing often introduces hidden costs through:
- Labour time
- Cutting setup
- Machining operations
- Rework
- Material waste
- Tooling wear
For smaller builds or workshops already equipped for high-volume processing, self-cutting may still be suitable.
However, for many automation projects, receiving profiles already prepared helps reduce overall assembly time and improves production workflow consistency.
Machining Services Reduce Additional Preparation
Beyond cut-to-length preparation, machining services further reduce manual assembly work.
Typical machining services include:
- End tapping
- Drilling
- Clearance holes
- Assembly preparation
Example machining pricing for 40x40 aluminium profile:
| Service | Example Price |
|---|---|
| Tap M8 one end | From $3.10 |
| Tap M8 both ends | From $4.10 |
| Drill 8mm hole | From $3.20 |
| Drill 10mm hole |
From $4.70 |
| Cutting charge | $2.8 |
Machining costs vary depending on profile type and machining requirements.
AME System also drills clearance holes for countersunk bolts where larger fasteners cannot pass through standard 10mm T-slot openings. This simplifies assembly and avoids additional modification work during installation.
Why Precision Preparation Matters in Automation
In high-end automation systems, dimensional consistency affects:
- Frame alignment
- Motion system integration
- Guarding installation
- Sensor positioning
- Conveyor assembly
- Panel fitment
Profiles requiring correction during installation increase labour time and can delay commissioning.
Precision-prepared profiles help improve repeatability while reducing unnecessary handling during assembly.
Supporting Faster Modular Builds
Modular aluminium profile systems are widely used because they support:
- Flexible layouts
- Future expansion
- Easier modifications
- Scalable automation systems
But modular systems still rely on accurate preparation to assemble efficiently.
Using custom-cut and machined profiles allows teams to standardise assembly processes while reducing manual workshop operations.
Final Thoughts
Reducing assembly time is not simply about working faster. It is about reducing unnecessary preparation, improving repeatability, and ensuring components integrate correctly from the start.
Custom-cut and machined aluminium profiles help automation teams streamline assembly workflows while reducing delays caused by workshop preparation and on-site modifications.
Need Profiles Cut and Machined to Specification?
AME System can supply aluminium profiles cut, machined, and prepared for immediate assembly, reducing installation time and improving build accuracy.
