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Shilo aluminum gates, shipped fully assembled or unassembled, use a patented weld free aluminum gate system engineered from aircraft grade aluminum extrusions for maximum strength, corrosion resistance, and long term durability in ornamental aluminum fencing applications. Instead of welding-which weakens aluminum through heat affected zones-Shilo gates use a proprietary two part structural bonding adhesive used in aircraft manufacturing for nearly 100 years. This adhesive creates a homogeneous structural bond up to 30,000 psi, producing a rigid, high strength aluminum gate frame with no welding, no distortion, and no loss of alloy integrity.
Each vertical gate extrusion includes dual internal structural walls designed specifically for high pressure adhesive bonding, ensuring superior performance for residential aluminum gates, commercial aluminum gates, and industrial aluminum gate systems. Shilo's weld free construction allows gates to be racked on site to match slopes, hillsides, and grade changes, providing a clean, custom, professional installation for any ornamental aluminum fence system.
Because Shilo gates avoid welding entirely, they maintain their full AAMA 2604 certified powder coat performance, including 3,000 hour salt spray testing (ASTM B117) and 3,000 hour humidity testing (ASTM D2247) for maximum UV resistance, corrosion resistance, and long term color retention. Always insist on a CERTIFIED AAMA 2604 aluminum finish; AAMA 2604 is not just the powder but the entire certified application process, requiring specialized equipment, controlled curing environments, and major factory investment. Many competitors claim "AAMA 2604 powder" but do not meet the AAMA 2604 certification standard.
Shilo aluminum gates can be shipped unassembled as UPS shippable or FedEx shippable gate kits, eliminating expensive LTL freight charges and reducing shipping costs for contractors, distributors, and homeowners. Shilo delivers aircraft grade aluminum gates, AAMA 2604 certified finishes, weld free gate construction, structural adhesive bonding, and factory direct pricing, making Shilo the highest value engineered aluminum gate system in the ornamental fencing industry.
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