Unistrut P1000 Channel System
The Unistrut P1000 Channel System is a best-in-class continuous rail solution prized for its modularity and broad accessory ecosystem, making it ideal for creating straight, level mounting runs for impact screens and netting in golf simulator enclosures. Compared with individual beam clamps and lighter channels, the P1000 offers superior long-span support and corrosion-resistant finishes at competitive, widely available pricing, giving installers a balance of technical strength and cost-efficiency for both commercial and dedicated home simulator builds.
Modular backbone (Lego)
Snap-fit friendly
Modular backbone (Lego)
Snap-fit friendly
Review Summary
"Users praise the Unistrut P1000 for its heavy-duty construction, consistent slot spacing and wide compatibility with fittings, making it ideal for long-term mounting of enclosures and impact screens. A few buyers note it is pricier than generic channel but worth it for reliability and durability."
Heavy-duty grip
Standard 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" single-slot channel compatible with common fittings.
Heavy-duty grip
Standard 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" single-slot channel compatible with common fittings.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Unistrut P1000 Channel System is a best-in-class continuous rail solution prized for its modularity and broad accessory ecosystem, making it ideal for creating straight, level mounting runs for impact screens and netting in golf simulator enclosures. Compared with individual beam clamps and lighter channels, the P1000 offers superior long-span support and corrosion-resistant finishes at competitive, widely available pricing, giving installers a balance of technical strength and cost-efficiency for both commercial and dedicated home simulator builds.
Modular backbone (Lego)
Snap-fit friendly
Heavy-duty grip
Standard 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" single-slot channel compatible with common fittings.
High-strength galvanized steel for long-term impact screen mounting.
Modular backbone (Lego)
Snap-fit friendly
Heavy-duty grip
Standard 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" single-slot channel compatible with common fittings.
High-strength galvanized steel for long-term impact screen mounting.
$60-160 USD
Superstrut A1200 Adjustable Beam Clamp
The Superstrut A1200 Adjustable Beam Clamp stands out for secure, tool-friendly attachment to varying flange sizes and its fine adjustment capability, which simplifies height alignment of channel rails and screen frames in retrofit or irregular structural conditions. Unlike fixed clamps or spring clips, the A1200 minimizes drilling or welding, lowering labor and retrofit costs while providing a robust mechanical connection well suited to heavy impact screens and dynamic loads.
Micro-adjust jaws
No-weld install
Micro-adjust jaws
No-weld install
Review Summary
"The Superstrut A1200 adjustable beam clamp is frequently commended for its secure, adjustable grip and straightforward installation on a range of beam sizes, making it popular for suspending frames and rails. Some users mention the finish can scratch and recommend proper torqueing for heavy loads."
Grips like vice
Tool-adjustable clamp for securing channel to I-beams or rafters.
Grips like vice
Tool-adjustable clamp for securing channel to I-beams or rafters.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Superstrut A1200 Adjustable Beam Clamp stands out for secure, tool-friendly attachment to varying flange sizes and its fine adjustment capability, which simplifies height alignment of channel rails and screen frames in retrofit or irregular structural conditions. Unlike fixed clamps or spring clips, the A1200 minimizes drilling or welding, lowering labor and retrofit costs while providing a robust mechanical connection well suited to heavy impact screens and dynamic loads.
Micro-adjust jaws
No-weld install
Grips like vice
Tool-adjustable clamp for securing channel to I-beams or rafters.
Wide jaw capacity and threaded shaft for fine tension control.
Micro-adjust jaws
No-weld install
Grips like vice
Tool-adjustable clamp for securing channel to I-beams or rafters.
Wide jaw capacity and threaded shaft for fine tension control.
$25-80 USD
B-Line B22 Series Channel Strut
The B-Line B22 Series Channel Strut is positioned as a market leader for heavy-duty applications thanks to its thicker gauge, engineered punched pattern and higher rated load capacities, making it the go-to for commercial simulator bays where long spans and multiple suspension points are required. Though typically priced above basic channels, its superior structural margins and integrated accessory compatibility reduce the need for supplemental bracing compared with lighter systems, delivering long-term value for high-use and public facilities.
Precision alignment
Corrosion fighter
Precision alignment
Corrosion fighter
Review Summary
"Customers find the B-Line B22 series channel strut strong and dimensionally consistent, which simplifies mounting screens and related hardware; it’s regarded as a dependable commercial-grade option. A minority report that some lengths have limited hole patterns requiring additional drilling for custom layouts."
Rail that endures
Heavy-gauge steel construction for high-load support of impact screens.
Rail that endures
Heavy-gauge steel construction for high-load support of impact screens.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The B-Line B22 Series Channel Strut is positioned as a market leader for heavy-duty applications thanks to its thicker gauge, engineered punched pattern and higher rated load capacities, making it the go-to for commercial simulator bays where long spans and multiple suspension points are required. Though typically priced above basic channels, its superior structural margins and integrated accessory compatibility reduce the need for supplemental bracing compared with lighter systems, delivering long-term value for high-use and public facilities.
Precision alignment
Corrosion fighter
Rail that endures
Heavy-gauge steel construction for high-load support of impact screens.
Standardized slot pattern for quick accessory attachment.
Precision alignment
Corrosion fighter
Rail that endures
Heavy-gauge steel construction for high-load support of impact screens.
Standardized slot pattern for quick accessory attachment.
$50-140 USD
Erico Caddy 512 Spring Steel Clamp
The Erico Caddy 512 Spring Steel Clamp is a specialist choice for rapid, repeatable connections — its spring-steel design enables quick, tool-less engagement for temporarily tensioning impact screens or testing layouts during simulator setup. While it doesn't replace full structural beam clamps or continuous rails for permanent heavy loads, its low cost, speed of installation and minimal hardware footprint make it an excellent complement for adjustable or demo-oriented enclosures where frequent repositioning is expected.
Spring-steel snap
Quick-release charm
Spring-steel snap
Quick-release charm
Review Summary
"The Erico Caddy 512 spring steel clamp is appreciated for quick installs and good retention for conduit and lightweight framing, with many users valuing its spring tension and ease of use. Some long-term users report occasional corrosion in outdoor or unprotected installations, so protective coating is recommended."
Tiny but tenacious
Spring steel clip ideal for lightweight cable or screen retention.
Tiny but tenacious
Spring steel clip ideal for lightweight cable or screen retention.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Erico Caddy 512 Spring Steel Clamp is a specialist choice for rapid, repeatable connections — its spring-steel design enables quick, tool-less engagement for temporarily tensioning impact screens or testing layouts during simulator setup. While it doesn't replace full structural beam clamps or continuous rails for permanent heavy loads, its low cost, speed of installation and minimal hardware footprint make it an excellent complement for adjustable or demo-oriented enclosures where frequent repositioning is expected.
Spring-steel snap
Quick-release charm
Tiny but tenacious
Spring steel clip ideal for lightweight cable or screen retention.
Quick-install design without nuts or bolts for temporary setups.
Spring-steel snap
Quick-release charm
Tiny but tenacious
Spring steel clip ideal for lightweight cable or screen retention.
Quick-install design without nuts or bolts for temporary setups.
$5-20 USD
Thomas & Betts Kindorf B-100 Channel
The Thomas & Betts Kindorf B-100 Channel is a widely used, economical choice that offers broad compatibility with off-the-shelf fittings and straightforward fabrication, making it an attractive option for DIY and budget-conscious simulator builders. Compared with premium rails like Unistrut or B-Line, the B-100 typically carries a lower upfront cost and is easier to source and cut on-site, though it trades off some load capacity and heavy-duty features — a practical balance for many residential impact-screen installations.
Architectural finish
Load-bearing veteran
Architectural finish
Load-bearing veteran
Review Summary
"The Thomas & Betts Kindorf B-100 channel is lauded for robust manufacturing tolerances and broad accessory compatibility, commonly used as a cost-effective alternative to similar channel systems for enclosures and screens. A few reviewers note occasional variability in finish quality on certain batches but overall strong long-term performance."
Installs in minutes
Classic Kindorf channel with consistent dimensional compatibility.
Installs in minutes
Classic Kindorf channel with consistent dimensional compatibility.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Thomas & Betts Kindorf B-100 Channel is a widely used, economical choice that offers broad compatibility with off-the-shelf fittings and straightforward fabrication, making it an attractive option for DIY and budget-conscious simulator builders. Compared with premium rails like Unistrut or B-Line, the B-100 typically carries a lower upfront cost and is easier to source and cut on-site, though it trades off some load capacity and heavy-duty features — a practical balance for many residential impact-screen installations.
Architectural finish
Load-bearing veteran
Installs in minutes
Classic Kindorf channel with consistent dimensional compatibility.
Galvanized finish resists corrosion in basement or garage simulator spaces.
Architectural finish
Load-bearing veteran
Installs in minutes
Classic Kindorf channel with consistent dimensional compatibility.
Galvanized finish resists corrosion in basement or garage simulator spaces.
$60-150 USD