This is the FAQ section of our site: 

Below you will find the most common questions that we receive about our Frame Machines. Please contact us if you do not find the answer to the question you have, and we will gladly provide assistance.

Frame Equipment:

Q. What is the quality and strength of the Star L Rack?

A. Star L Rack 360 Frame Machines are built in the USA using only top quality American-made materials including OTC or Omega hydraulics, Columbus McKinnon chain and Standard brand pinchweld clamps. Construction is structural cold-finished steel tubing compared to most competitors who use mild channel steel.


Q. What is the warranty on Star L Rack?

A. Each Star L Rack 360 is covered by a 5-year written warranty. Chains, hydraulics, clamps & accessories are covered by their respective manufacturers' warranties.

Q. What is Star L Rack's capability?

A. Each Star L Rack 360 is capable of repairing both unibody and full frame vehicles. Adapters are available for full frames and other special applications. With 10 tons of pulling power on each post, you can handle even the toughest jobs.

Q. Are the towers attached to the machine?

A. Towers are attached to a track under the machine. Towers travel unobstructed 360 degrees around the machine.

Q. Can Standard customize my frame machine (different lengths, heights, widths, extra towers)?

A. Yes, just tell us what you need and usually we can customize your machine with the understanding that there are additional costs to the base price of the machine.

Q. How do I know Frame-Machine.com has good frame products?

A. We have manufactured and sold over 4,000 frame machines. This is the result of quality and affordability.

Q. How does the Star L Rack compare to other machines on the market?

A. Star L Rack does the same repair job as other machines at a fraction of the cost. If you would like, a reference list is available, containing shops that have used various machines on the market and now have Star L Racks. They will tell you the Star L Rack is second to none.

Q. Will Standard consider trade-ins?

A. Yes; we will give you a quote on your used machine to apply against the value of the new machine.

Q. How does the lease work?

A. We have lease purchase programs available from 12 to 60 months. The machine will be yours for 10% of the original purchase price or $1.00, depending on the option you choose at the beginning of your lease. We also offer leasing through Acquire Leasing.

Q. What are the primary differences between leasing and financing?

A. Financing can be paid off at anytime during the term period at simple interest charges.

Q. Does Standard have a customer satisfaction program?

A. Yes. We want you to be pleased with your machine. We will work with you towards that goal - even to taking back equipment (with reasonable return charges).