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Everything…“The challenge was toproduce a new kindof prefab house thatwould provide anexceptional productat a relatively averageprice through smartconstruction strategies,reduction of on-sitewaste, and theelimination of heavyequipment and/orspecialized trades.”Alan KochTaalman Koch Architecture,Architects of iT HouseArchitects and designersare discovering aninnovative resource tohelp them express theircreative solutions toshape the spaces wherewe live, work and play.©KieranTimberlake/Bosch RexrothCellophane House, KieranTimberlake

…To Build AnythingNew Shapes, New Spaces withAluminum Structural Framing.For over 30 years, Rexrothaluminum structural framing hasbeen a mainstay in manufacturingenvironments — literally providing“everything to building anything.” It’sa complete building system, one we’reproud is now being embraced by thearchitectural and design community.©Halkin Photography LLCSmartWrap, KieranTimberlake“Bosch Rexroth framing enabled us to developa system of off-site fabricated building based onflexible rules that can achieve multiple outcomesand meet individualized needs.”James TimberlakePartner, KieranTimberlakeOffering the most extensive range ofprofiles, connectors and accessorieson the market, its unique T-slot designis specially engineered to providehigh strength-to-weight ratios, fastassembly, easy reconfiguration andsuperior fit and finish. Plus, thesystem’s bolt-together design savessignificant design and assembly time.

Versatile in Form, Flexible in FunctionStructural framing simplifies the creationof structures without sacrificing goodenvironmental design — or aesthetic appeal:• Design and build anything- High quality components for a widerange of architectural applications• Engineered for precision- Excellent fit and finish- Lightweight components- Strong and durable(High strength-to-weight ratio)• Easy to assemble — and disassemble- Pre-assemble in one location, break itdown and re-assemble at the final siteDesigned for Aesthetic ApplicationsRexroth engineers clean, well-designedframing products that can shape anyenvironment with:• Superior fit and finish• Sleek, clean, anodized aluminum elements• Polished design with high-tech look• Scratch and corrosion resistant surfaces• From smallest to largest — picture framesand cabinets to large museum exhibits andmodular housesMade withRecyclableAluminum

©KieranTimberlakeLoblolly House, KieranTimberlakeStructural Framing FAQsWhat is Aluminum Structural Framing?The Bosch Rexroth modular framing system is built around a simpleT-slot aluminum extruded profile, or framing element. It featureshundreds of stock extrusions, connectors and accessories, whichcan be bolted together, rather than welded, nailed or otherwisepermanently fastened.How can I use it?Initially designed to create frames, workstations and machinebases for industrial applications, structural framing literallyhas “everything to build anything.” Now architects have begunto discover the benefits of Aluminum Framing for interiordesign features (stairs, room dividers, shelving), displayelements, booths and information kiosks, commercialand gallery displays, and even modular homes.What design support tools are available?Rexroth offers design tools for any software environment. Savehours of design time with 3D Solid Models from our web site.FMSoft helps you choose standard components and eases3D assembly, automatically compiling a parts list. Plus, wehave a complete online Framing Shop for easy ordering.

Applications: Imagine — Design — BuildAcross the creative community, architects and designers are embracing structural framing.The more you use it, the more ideas will spring forth.• Buildings and architecture — homes, studios, workspaces,stores, permanent and temporary structures• Interior design — fixtures, entryways, door and windowframes, stairwells, sunrooms, storage units• Museum, gallery and tradeshow exhibits — fine art, science,kiosks, displays, directional and informational signage• Retail and sales showrooms — product displays,distinctive exterior and interior signage, combinationstorage/display units• Furniture — desks, shelving, cases, storage units, bookcases,computer tables, audiovisual units• Information and visual displays — easels, display cases,bulletin boards• Unique or temporary structures — transit stops, trafficcontrol units, public/tourist information, single-day eventshelters, portable stage systems©Taalman Koch ArchitectureCase Histories:See what you can buildA unique livingexperienceTaalman KochArchitecturehas found away to create aunique homeenvironmentwith theirprefabricated iT house, using Rexroth structural framing.Made entirely with glass and an aluminum structure,the structural frame’s lightweight and easy-to-assemblecomponents create clean lines and a sleek exterior design.Showcasing Sue, the T. RexWhen “Sue,” the most complete T. Rex fossil yetdiscovered, was put on display at Chicago’s Field Museumof Natural History, a special gift shop, the Sue Store,was built with RexrothAluminum structuralframing. It offered a flexiblesystem with industrialstrength and fast, easyassembly. From initial requestthrough design evolution,only two weeks elapsed; oncethe design was finalized,the 1450 square footkiosk shipped completein a week and a half.Cellophane HouseArchitects KieranTimberlake of Philadelphia usedRexroth structural framing to create Cellophane Housefor a special exhibition at The Museum of Modern Artexploring the historical andcontemporary significance offactory-produced architecture.Rexroth framing served as thestructural framework to whichother building elements were swiftlyattached. Just as the elements wereassembled easily, so were theydisassembled easily and stored forfuture redeployment, preserving the Cellophane House, KieranTimberlakeenergy embodied in the house materials. In an effort to furtherreduce waste, the dimensions of the house were dictated bythe standard measurements of the Rexroth extrusions.SmartWrap At the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum in New York,KieranTimberlake used structural framing for a pavilionto showcase SmartWrap , a lightweight, energy gathering,mass customizable andsustainable buildingenvelope system. In theprocess, KieranTimberlakepartner, JamesTimberlake, noted thatRexroth’s structuralframing provides amodern, well-designedmodular system suitablefor many uses.SmartWrap, KieranTimberlake©KieranTimberlake/Bosch Rexroth©Halkin Photography LLC

Shape your designsBosch Rexroth offers a comprehensive array of design and support tools to help yourealize the full creative potential of Rexroth structural framing. Our tools include:©KieranTimberlake/Bosch RexrothCellophane House, KieranTimberlake• Comprehensivebrochure and structuralframing catalog• AutoCAD filesand Solid Modelslibrary online• MTPro and FMSoftdesign tools for easierlayout and design• Sophisticated, userfriendlyonline orderingsite has catalogs, CADmodels, versatile designand ordering toolsfor one-stop productselection and service• Nationwide networkof stocking, full servicedistributorsBuild your dreamsRexroth makes it easy to turn your visions intofinished structures. We offer expert adviceand support from our exclusive network ofaluminum structural framing distributors.Every distributor stocks a complete inventory ofall common components, with the capacity toturn around complex orders in record time.SmartWrap, KieranTimberlakePlus, they’re certified professionals, within-house design and fabrication capabilities,application advice, service and other technicalsupport. For added flexibility, you can chooseto receive your aluminum framing productsin bulk, kit form or fully assembled.©Halkin Photography LLC

14001 South Lakes DriveCharlotte, NC 28273-6791Telephone (704) 583-4338Facsimile (704) 583-0523Bosch Rexroth CorporationLinear Motion andAssembly Technologies816 E. Third StreetBuchanan, MI 49107Telephone (800) 322-6724Facsimile (269) 695-5363International offices:Asia:ChinaIndiaJapanMalaysiaAustraliaRussiaSingaporeSouth KoreaEurope:Austria NetherlandsBelgium NorwayBulgaria PolandCzech Republic PortugalDenmark RomaniaFinland SlovakiaFrance SpainGermany SwedenGreece SwitzerlandHungary TurkeyItalyUkraineUnited KingdomNorth America:Canada United StatesMexicoSouth America:Argentina VenezuelaBrazilFactory AutomationRegional sales offices:CentralBosch Rexroth Corporation5150 Prairie Stone ParkwayHoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707Telephone (847) 645-3600Facsimile (847) 645-0804Great LakesBosch Rexroth Corporation1701 Harmon RoadAuburn Hills, MI 48326-1549Telephone (248) 393-3330Facsimile (248) 393-2893NortheastBosch Rexroth Corporation99 Rainbow RoadEast Granby, CT 06026Telephone (860) 844-8377Facsimile (860) 844-8595Bosch Rexroth Corporation2315 City Line RoadBethlehem, PA 18017-2131Telephone (610) 694-8300Facsimile (610) 694-8467SoutheastBosch Rexroth Corporation14001 South Lakes DriveCharlotte, NC 28273-6791Telephone (704) 583-4338Facsimile (704) 583-0523U.S. business unit offices:Bosch Rexroth CorporationCorporate Headquarters5150 Prairie Stone ParkwayHoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707Telephone (847) 645-3600Facsimile (847) 645-0804Bosch Rexroth CorporationElectric Drives and Controls5150 Prairie Stone ParkwayHoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707Telephone (847) 645-3600Facsimile (847) 645-0804Bosch Rexroth CorporationIndustrial Hydraulics2315 City Line RoadBethlehem, PA 18017-2131Telephone (610) 694-8300Facsimile (610) 694-8467Bosch Rexroth CorporationMobile Hydraulics8 Southchase CourtFountain Inn, SC 29644-9018Telephone (864) 967-2777Facsimile (864) 967-8900Bosch Rexroth CorporationPneumatics1953 Mercer RoadLexington, KY 40511-1021Telephone (859) 254-8031Facsimile (859) 254-4188Bosch Rexroth CorporationService Automation5150 Prairie Stone ParkwayHoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707Telephone (847) 645-3600Facsimile (847) 645-08042315 City Line RoadBethlehem, PA 18017-2131Telephone (610) 694-8300Facsimile (610) 694-8467©2009 Bosch Rexroth CorporationWestBosch Rexroth Corporation13766 Alton Parkway, Suite 147Irvine, CA 92618-1622Telephone (949) 609-1651Facsimile (888) 873-3434Printed in the United StatesPublication No.R980 500 380 08/09