Plastic J Channels
Plastic J channels look quite like their name would suggest. Products of extrusion, they are “J”-shaped plastic channels, used to support building trim material, provide a finished edge for profiles, and assist in displays.
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Applications of Plastic J Channels
Plastic J channels are used in many industries, such as:
- Point-of-Purchase
- Store Fixture
- Retail Display
- Visual Merchandising
- Lighting
- Refrigeration
- HVAC
- Garage Door
- Windows/Blind
- Mobile Electrification Systems
- Data Transfer Systems
In fact, many iterations of the J channel fall under the category umbrella of “Point of Purchase (P.O.P) Extrusions.”
Plastic J channels are also used as and on:
- Sign Holders
- Decorative Trim
- Picture Frames
- Window Frames
- Doors
- Wire Organization
- Cable Management
- Ticket Sliding in Food Service
- Bus Bar Insulators
- Conductor Bar Protectors
In addition, some J channels are sold as part of a shelf or label management kit, along with other accessories. Plastic J channels play a diverse and integral role in the world of marketing and retail. They can capture consumer attention, organize space to promote clear messaging, and help boost sales. With windows, refrigerators, lighting, HVAC filters, and the like, they contribute to the safety and efficiency of restaurants, offices, and other small and large businesses.
Plastic J Channel Design and Customization
Plastic J channels may be extruded from a great many materials, including:
- ABS
- HDPE
- Rigid PVC
- Polystyrene
- Polypropylene
- Polycarbonate
- Provista
- LDPE
They can be customized for thickness, length, and color, though standard color offerings are usually only black, white, or clear. They may also be treated with a standard or custom finish to create a certain level of visual clarity, such as that created by a non-glare, satin matte finish. Some types of plastic J channels, like flexible vinyl J channels, do not necessarily have to only run on a straight line application, but rather can conform to any shape. This conformity, achieved by cutting slits on the nailing strip, is especially applicable to irregularly shaped applications, such as round, oval, half round, and other curved windows and louvers. To secure the plastic J channel to its application, manufacturers offer various types of adhesives, such as white foam adhesive, peel-and-stick tape, clear tape adhesive, or rubber-based film tape.