Custom Extrusions
What materials are available?
Our extrusions are manufactured from a variety of plastics that deliver a wide range of performance. For a complete listing, click here.
How much does a die cost?
Tooling costs are determined by several factors including:
- Size of the part
- Material(s)
- Complexity of the profile
- Total footage of product to be run
- Potential for reruns of the part
Each of these factors is taken into consideration, with the end goal of producing the least expensive tooling to meet the end needs.
What is the lead time for a new die?
Our typical new tooling lead time is two to four weeks after we have an approved production drawing. Lead times vary based on our Finite Forward scheduling system. Our receipt of your purchase order begins the scheduling process.
Is all tooling produced in-house?
Yes, all tooling is designed and manufactured by Sandee.
What is the standard lead time for a production order?
The dynamics of custom manufacturing often result in quick changes to tooling, production and fabrication schedules. Forces beyond anyone’s control may impact the availability and cost of materials used in production and delivery of final product. Our receipt of your purchase order begins the scheduling process. Prices, confirmed upon placement of order, and shipping dates, based upon our Finite Forward scheduling software, determine lead times.
What is the minimum run?
Our typical minimum is 1,000 linear feet of any extrusion. Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule.
What colors are available?
We can manufacture your product in any color imaginable. We can produce a more accurate quote if we can reference a Pantone® color number. If no Pantone® number is available, anything can be custom color matched.
How long does a custom color match take?
It typically takes ten working days to get a color chip to you for approval, and ten additional working days to produce the custom color concentrate from the approved color chip.
Where can I send a drawing?
For quoting purposes, send drawing and quote request information to:
SalesIL@sandeeplastics.com (specific to Midwest office)
or fax Customer Service: 847-671-7127
SalesCA@sandeeplastics.com (specific to West Coast office)
or fax Customer Service: 562-633-2916
For projects underway, send drawing to:
engineering@sandeeplastics.com
or fax Engineering: 847-671-7127
In what format should I provide my engineering drawing for review by Sandee?
Sandee’s preferred file formats are DWG and DXF (any release). If you can’t send us a file in one of these formats, send us what you’ve got anyway. We can likely convert it, and if we can’t we will get back to you promptly to seek a solution.
Feel free to contact engineering@sandeeplastics.com for any questions about file formats.
What is the maximum possible width of a profile?
The maximum overall width for a Sandee extruded profile is about 30 inches.
This number decreases with complexity. The developed width of a part is calculated by summing the length of every leg in the profile. The maximum developed width for a Sandee extruded profile is 36 inches.
What is the maximum length of an extrusion?
While our cut lengths are typically 12 to 96 inches, we definitely are not confined to these limits. If the part is small, cut lengths can be less than an inch. On the high side, we have made rigid profiles over 24 feet long and flex profiles can be coiled or spooled to lengths that are hundreds of feet.
Standard Profiles
Does Sandee offer stock tooling?
Yes, Sandee maintains a wide selection of standard tools for typical shapes and materials which can provide our customers with a speedier turnaround and significant cost savings. For more information, click here.
What types of stock tooling are available?
Our standard profiles, including C channels, F channels, H channels, J channels, L channels, U channels, as well as standard coextruded chutes, and tubes, offer an economical and efficient solution to hundreds of design challenges. Click here to download the complete catalog.
Secondary Operations
What kind of fabrication do you offer?
Our fabrication processes include punching, drilling, notching, miter cutting, routing, sonic welding, in-line tapes, in-line magnets, in-line printing, protective films, anti-static, and more.
What kind of secondary operations do you offer?
Our secondary operations include assembly, collating, kitting, custom packaging, logistics, shipping and many other processes.
Motion Mat® Sheets
Are Motion Mat® shelf liners safe for consumer/food use?
Motion Mat® sheets comply with National Sanitation Foundation and Food and Drug Administration standards, and are USDA-approved for use in food stores.
In what colors are Motion Mat® sheets available?
Standard colors are white and black, but Motion Mat® shelf liners can be manufactured in your brand colors to individualize your shelving.
In what thicknesses are Motion Mat® sheets available?
Motion Mat® sheets are available in various gauges for all applications:
- .083 thickness—Regular duty: our most popular thickness for solid surfaces
- .114 thickness—Medium duty: our most popular thickness for wire surfaces
- .125 thickness—Heavy duty
- .156 thickness—Extreme dut
What kind of fabrication is available for Motion Mat® sheets?
We can custom-cut, punch, slot and notch each sheet to precisely fit your shelving units.
Can Motion Mat® sheets be used in freezers?
Motion Mat shelf liners are freezer-friendly—they won’t warp or become brittle in freezer display units.
How do I maintain Motion Mat® sheets?
Motion Mat® is designed and priced to be a disposable solution for your gravity feed needs. You can extend the life of your Motion Mat® shelf liners by keeping them clean. Simply wipe the Motion Mat® with a soft cloth, warm water and, if necessary, a mild soap. If your Motion Mat® gets too dirty or shows signs of too much wear, it’s time for a replacement Motion Mat®.