Abstract: A heddle frame of spaced, horizontal hollow shafts and spaced hollow side supports are corner interconnected by an angled joint element having an elongated leg portion extending within the side supports at opposite ends and beyond open longitudinal slots at such opposite ends through which protrusions of the joint element extend for extension into the opposing ends of the horizontal shafts. The leg portions of the joint elements are connected along the length thereof to the side supports by rivets, screw fastener, spot welds or adhesive.