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GatorStitch^™ FAQs

	What frame fabrication tools do I need to successfully create fabric structures using the GatorStitch^™ frame system?
	Can I use the same fabric and PVC trim application tools with GatorStitch^™ as I have been using for making aluminum-framed structures?
	Can I use Steel Stitch^™ PVC finishing trims with the GatorStitch^™ framing system?
	It appears that the GatorStitch^™ product has an aluminum stapling web embedded within a 1" steel tube. How has the two metals been kept from adversely reacting with each other?
	What precautions, if any, do I need to take when welding GatorStitch^™ steel tubing?
	When will GatorStitch^™ be available?
	Where do I get GatorStitch^™?

Answers:

Q. What frame fabrication tools do I need to successfully create fabric structures using the GatorStitch^™ frame system?

A. GatorStitch^™ can easily be used with slight modifications to your current tube bender you use for bending standard square light guage steel tubing or with the Steel Stitch PRB-3000 Power Roller Bender customized for bending GatorStitch^™, a standard MIG welder, and a standard chop saw or miter saw with an abrasive cut off blade.
(Click here for a technical report (Adobe .pdf file, 327kb) on GatorStitch^™ bending.)

Q. Can I use the same fabric and PVC trim application tools with GatorStitch^™ as I have been using for making aluminum-framed structures?

A. Yes! GatorStitch^™ works well with all of your current aluminum-based fabric and PVC finishing tools including your air staplers and pneumatic hammers, and with Steel Stitch^™ galvanized or stainless steel staples.

Q. Can I use Steel Stitch^™ PVC finishing trims with the GatorStitch^™ framing system?

A. Yes! The GatorStitch^™ stapling channel has the same dimensions as our aluminum staple-in framing members from which it was derived and easily recieves the application of all Steel Stitch^™ PVC finishing trims.

Q. It appears that the GatorStitch^™ product has an aluminum stapling web embedded within a 1" steel tube. How have the two metals been kept from adversely reacting with each other?

A. The steel component of GatorStitch^™ is made from galvanized (zinc-based) G-90 steel coil that is treated with a Chromate conversion coat followed by an Epoxy coat that forms a triple-layered barrier between the aluminum and the steel thus preventing corrosion from occurring between the dissimilar metals.

Q. What precautions, if any, do I need to take when welding GatorStitch^™ steel tubing?

A. Click here to go to Allied Tube's guidelines for zinc-coated steel MIG welding.

Q. When will GatorStitch^™ be available?

A. GatorStitch^™ is available NOW at your nearest distributor.

Q. Where do I get GatorStitch^™?

A. GatorStitch^™ is available through our nationwide distribution network.

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Q.	What frame fabrication tools do I need to successfully create fabric structures using the GatorStitch^™ frame system?
A.	GatorStitch^™ can easily be used with slight modifications to your current tube bender you use for bending standard square light guage steel tubing or with the Steel Stitch PRB-3000 Power Roller Bender customized for bending GatorStitch^™, a standard MIG welder, and a standard chop saw or miter saw with an abrasive cut off blade. (Click here for a technical report (Adobe .pdf file, 327kb) on GatorStitch^™ bending.)

Q.	Can I use the same fabric and PVC trim application tools with GatorStitch^™ as I have been using for making aluminum-framed structures?
A.	Yes! GatorStitch^™ works well with all of your current aluminum-based fabric and PVC finishing tools including your air staplers and pneumatic hammers, and with Steel Stitch^™ galvanized or stainless steel staples.

Q.	Can I use Steel Stitch^™ PVC finishing trims with the GatorStitch^™ framing system?
A.	Yes! The GatorStitch^™ stapling channel has the same dimensions as our aluminum staple-in framing members from which it was derived and easily recieves the application of all Steel Stitch^™ PVC finishing trims.

Q.	It appears that the GatorStitch^™ product has an aluminum stapling web embedded within a 1" steel tube. How have the two metals been kept from adversely reacting with each other?
A.	The steel component of GatorStitch^™ is made from galvanized (zinc-based) G-90 steel coil that is treated with a Chromate conversion coat followed by an Epoxy coat that forms a triple-layered barrier between the aluminum and the steel thus preventing corrosion from occurring between the dissimilar metals.

Q.	What precautions, if any, do I need to take when welding GatorStitch^™ steel tubing?
A.	Click here to go to Allied Tube's guidelines for zinc-coated steel MIG welding.

Q.	When will GatorStitch^™ be available?
A.	GatorStitch^™ is available NOW at your nearest distributor.

Q.	Where do I get GatorStitch^™?
A.	GatorStitch^™ is available through our nationwide distribution network.