Exclusive Compatibility
Use this cover only with the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame profile.
Aluminum Slide Side Cover For Gate Frame
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The dedicated slide-in cover for the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame screw channel. Use it on every gate frame to conceal screws and create a clean finished surface.
Price range: $7.20 through $11.23
The Aluminum Slide Side Cover For Gate Frame is the dedicated finishing cover for the screw channel in the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame. After the gate frame and slats are secured, the cover slides into the matching interface and conceals the channel, screws, and fastening points.
This profile is designed only for the Aluminum Gate Frame. It is not a universal post cover and is not intended for the Side Post, Post 2 Channels, Post 3 Channel, or other Alumission profiles.
Every Alumission gate frame should use this cover wherever the dedicated screw channel is exposed. Closing the channel gives the completed gate a smooth powder-coated face with no visible screw heads and keeps the fastened assembly looking clean and finished.
A matching cover is supplied with the Aluminum Gate Frame. Use this product page when an additional length or replacement cover is needed, and select the finish that matches the gate frame.
Product Highlights
- Designed exclusively for the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame
- Covers the dedicated gate-frame screw channel
- Conceals screws and fastening points after assembly
- Required finishing profile for every gate frame
- Slides into the matching gate-frame interface
- Creates a smooth surface with no exposed screw heads
- Allows planned access by removing the cover when service is required
- 6063-T5 aluminum extrusion
- Color-matched powder-coated finishes
Common Applications
- Covering Aluminum Gate Frame screw channels
- Finishing swing-gate frames
- Finishing sliding-gate frames
- Concealing slat-fastening screws
- Replacing a damaged or missing gate-frame cover
- Adding cover length to custom gate-frame fabrication
The Dedicated Cover for the Aluminum Gate Frame
The profile geometry is made specifically for the screw-cover interface built into the Alumission Gate Frame.
Swing Gates
Finish compatible horizontal- or vertical-slat swing-gate frames after the slats and screws are secured.
Sliding Gates
Close the dedicated screw channel on compatible Alumission sliding-gate frame assemblies.
Not a Post Cover
Do not substitute this profile for the Post Cover For Channels or covers designed for other Alumission posts.
No Visible Screws After the Cover Slides In
Install the fasteners inside the gate-frame channel first, then close the completed channel with the matching cover.
Secure the Slats
Install and verify the required screws inside the dedicated gate-frame channel before fitting the cover.
Slide in the Cover
Engage the formed edges with the matching interface and slide or press the cover into its finished position.
Clean Finished Face
The powder-coated cover hides the screws and creates a continuous finished surface on the gate frame.
Plan Service Access
Choose cover lengths and joints so the screw channel can be accessed later if the gate requires adjustment or repair.
Use a Cover on Every Gate Frame
The cover is part of the completed Alumission gate-frame system, not an optional decorative trim.
Every Frame
Close every exposed dedicated screw channel after the gate frame is fully assembled and checked.
Matching Finish
Select the same powder-coated color as the gate frame for a consistent completed appearance.
Replacement Length
Order this listing when the cover included with the Gate Frame is damaged, missing, or not long enough for the fabrication plan.
Cut and Deburr
Cut with suitable aluminum-cutting equipment and deburr the end before sliding the cover into the frame.
Included: One Aluminum Slide Side Cover For Gate Frame in the selected length and powder-coated finish.
Sold separately: Aluminum Gate Frame, frame stopper, slats, screws, hinges, locks, rollers, guides, caps, reinforcement, and gate installation hardware.
Phone-order lengths: 10′ lengths are available by phone order only. They cannot be purchased online, and shipping charges may apply.
Aluminum Slide Side Cover For Gate Frame
Profile dimensions and installed gate-frame cross-section for the dedicated screw-channel cover used exclusively with the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame.
Overall width
0.677″
Overall height
0.158″
Lower inside width
0.495″
Upper channel width
0.393″
Wall thickness
0.055″
Compatible profile
Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame only
Primary purpose
Covering the Gate Frame screw channel and concealing fasteners
Material
6063-T5 aluminum
Weight
Approximately 0.057 lb/ft
Online lengths
6′ and 8′
Phone-order length
10′
Finishes
Black, Bronze, White, Dark Grey, Light Gray
Installation note: Complete and inspect all screws inside the Gate Frame channel before fitting the cover. Dimensions are nominal; standard aluminum extrusion tolerances apply.
Aluminum Slide Side Cover For Gate Frame Questions & Answers
Answers about exclusive Gate Frame compatibility, screw concealment, required use, installation sequence, replacement covers, dimensions, finishes, ordering, and care.
Compatibility & Required Use
What is the Aluminum Slide Side Cover used for?
It closes the dedicated screw channel in the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame and conceals the screws after the frame and slats are assembled.
Which profile accepts this cover?
It is designed only for the Alumission Aluminum Gate Frame profile.
Can it be used with the Side Post?
No. The Side Post uses different channel-cover profiles. This Slide Side Cover fits only the Gate Frame.
Can it be used with the Post 2 Channels or Post 3 Channel?
No. Those posts have different channel geometry and use their own compatible covers.
Should every Aluminum Gate Frame use this cover?
Yes. Every completed gate frame should use the cover wherever its dedicated screw channel is exposed.
Is this cover optional decorative trim?
No. It is the finishing component that closes the Gate Frame screw channel and hides the completed fasteners.
Screw Concealment & Installation
Does the cover hide the gate-frame screws?
Yes. The screws remain inside the dedicated channel, and the fitted cover creates a clean surface with no exposed screw heads.
When should the cover be installed?
Install it after the gate frame, slats, and required screws are assembled, tightened, and checked.
How does the cover attach?
Its formed edges engage the matching Gate Frame interface so the profile can slide or press into the screw-cover channel.
Does the cover need separate visible screws?
No separate visible screws are normally needed to finish the cover. It engages the dedicated Gate Frame interface.
Can the screw channel be accessed later?
Yes. Plan the cover length and joints so the cover can be removed if the frame requires adjustment or service.
Can the cover be cut to length?
Yes. Cut it with suitable aluminum-cutting equipment and a fine-tooth blade, then deburr the cut end before installation.
Included Cover, Replacement & Ordering
Is a matching cover included with the Aluminum Gate Frame?
Yes. A matching cover is supplied with the Aluminum Gate Frame. This product page is for an additional or replacement cover.
When should I order an additional cover?
Order another length when the original is damaged, missing, cut incorrectly, or insufficient for the planned custom gate-frame assembly.
What is included with this product?
This product includes one Aluminum Slide Side Cover For Gate Frame in the selected length and finish. The Gate Frame and all hardware are sold separately.
What lengths are available online?
The online length options are 6′ and 8′.
Is a 10′ length available?
Yes. The 10′ length is available by phone order only. It cannot be purchased online, and shipping charges may apply.
What colors are available?
Available finishes are Black, Bronze, White, Dark Grey, and Light Gray.
Dimensions, Material & Care
What are the profile dimensions?
The drawing shows a 0.677″ overall width, 0.158″ overall height, 0.495″ lower inside width, 0.393″ upper channel width, and 0.055″ wall thickness.
What material is the cover made from?
It is extruded from 6063-T5 aluminum and finished with a durable exterior powder coating.
Will a cut edge rust?
No. Aluminum does not rust like steel.
Should the cover color match the Gate Frame?
Yes. Select the same finish as the Gate Frame for a continuous completed appearance.
How should the powder-coated finish be cleaned?
Clean with mild soap and water using a soft cloth or sponge. Avoid abrasive pads, harsh chemicals, and strong solvents.
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