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if only we could... The Accuride Advantage: Hidden Resources ... at the end of the process, the product had become something very different from what was initially presented... This is a common occurrence when we work with clients to solve a specific problem. As the project is fully explored, engineering and sales work together to adjust, alter, refine, or change attributes of the product until a solution is achieved. This can be an interesting discovery process that can take us to unexpected places in product development—new methods, new materials, or new designs. It may involve taking a feature from one slide and adding it to another; or modifying a feature to do more—or less—than originally intended. Sometimes the solution is relatively simple, such as adding or moving a hole, or crimping a slide member to create a detent. Occasionally, solutions are achieved with existing tooling. However, in other situations, changes may become complicated and costly. That is where Accuride excels: assessing projects to determine whether there is a solution that is cost-effective and practical for all concerned. The bottom line—if you have a project that has a specific need—don’t discount that need at first glance. Talk to your Accuride rep. Perhaps, there is a simple and affordable solution. Remember, Accuride has a global network of resources with a wealth of experience in fabrication and manufacturing at your disposal to solve design challenges. One of the advantages offered by Accuride is the collaborative aspect of our services. We love a challenge and thrive on problem solving. From Engineering to Sales to Manufacturing, all our teams enjoy using their technological and creative abilities to search out the answers for customers. What you may not know, is that Accuride has a world of custom features in our bag ‘o tricks accumulated through years of working on OEM projects. But, we have to be practical; customized features are more likely an option for larger projects where the economies of scale can be recognized. Higher volumes give us the flexibility to offer our customers an expanded set of options. Recently, Accuride introduced a concept locking mechanism to a handful of customers identified by our distributors, who might have a potential need for such a device. What those involved found most interesting, was that at the end of the process, for each, the product had become something very different from what was initially presented by our Engineering team. The final solution answered some very specific challenges Locking Up a Secure Opportunity faced by the customer. Security is a hot topic, particularly in medical facilities when it comes to housing a variety of sensitive supplies from syringes to sedatives. Authorized access—and tracking that access—can be critical in many situations. The locking mechanism concept product mentioned in this article may be of interest to you and your clients. However, it is not readily available through a distributor; it is a concept product awaiting the right circumstances. It could be a potential solution for firms managing large-scale hospital or institutional design projects; firms who specialize in this type of design; or other projects that have an ongoing need for some type of electronic locking device. If you would like to discuss your project needs and determine if the potential volumes qualify for a partnership development of this product, contact our Marketing Architectural Coordinator, Christina Alfaro by e-mail at archinfo@accuride.com or call 888-459-8624.
Asking More from Less The Ascent is a push-to-operate mechanical lift that does not require electricity. Home size, office size, and the use of space is changing. People are opting for smaller homes, which in turn, reduce costs associated with interior and exterior maintenance, repair, and replacement. Businesses, schools, and hospitals too, are doing more with fewer resources—and in smaller spaces—to keep costs down. Remodeling to achieve more is the case for many as we adapt to having less. Accuride’s Ascent push-tooperate mechanical lift offers a solution to the rising demand for the economical use and multitasking of space. Designers are incorporating the lift in new and interesting ways as they design small computer or television screens into all sorts of cabinetry and casework. The Ascent has a slim and compact design that requires just a small envelope of space. This makes it a good fit in residential applications such as concealable screens tucked into desks in kids’ rooms, the addition of a home office, or a computer corner in the kitchen. Whether it is a workstation for household projects, homework, web surfing, or to watch movies, the Ascent helps bring efficient multi-tasking to many areas of the home. In commercial and institutional environments, the Ascent is used to carry touch screens or monitors for video surveillance, or to deliver training or status information in customer service kiosks and counters. Mobile or stationary classrooms, hospital reception and nursing stations, or business offices and conference rooms are other busy environments that benefit by the ability to conceal screens when activities are completed. One of the aspects of the Ascent that is an advantage with respect to retrofits or remodels, ... mobile classrooms and offices, customer service kiosks, reception desks, nursing stations, and conference facilities... is that it does not require the use of power for operation. Its movement occurs through spring tensioning that is counterbalanced with weights. This creates smooth, controlled, and customized movement. To raise screens, the lift is activated with a light push on the top of the unit. This releases a latch and the unit rises to a fully extended position in about 2 seconds. To conceal screens, press the top of the lift column until the unit lowers into the cabinet and latches into the closed position. You can see an animation of the Ascent on our web site under Technical Resources/Technical Downloads and Reference Guides. Visit the product page for detailed specifications and CAD drawings. For more information, or to schedule an Accuride representative to provide live demo of this unique product, contact our Marketing Architectural Coordinator, Christina Alfaro by e-mail at archinfo@ accuride.com or call 888-459-8624. Here is an installed lift shown from above. As you can see, it doesn't take much room to incorporate this compact mechanism.
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