ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENTEnclosures, Cabinets & FansIP67 push-fit grommet sealsare quick and easy to installSpelsberg introduces an innovative alternativeto cable glands that are 90% faster to fitSpelsberg has extended its range ofenclosure accessories to includethree new grommet seals fromSwedish manufacturer TST. The rangeincludes a basic gland seal, the TSSgrommet for less demanding low-costapplications, the rubber based Rutasealand the innovative Klikseal lockinggrommet. All three are push-fit designsand so are very quick to install, taking90% less time than a conventional cablegland. They provide ingress protection toIP67 and cost also considerably less thana traditional plastic cable gland.The Klikseal provides most of theadvantages of a cable gland whileavoiding many of its disadvantages,including its high purchase cost. Themain advantage is the fitting time for aKlikseal, which can be as low as tenseconds, compared with minutes for acable gland. The reduction in fitting timecan speed-up installation, and reducecosts on large installations and OEMassembly lines.Strong cable anchorageKlikseal is constructed using twomaterials, a high integrity plastic cageprovides the ‘click’ push-fit as the titlesuggests, adjusting to wall thicknessesfrom 1.5mm to 5mm automatically andexpanding to clamp the seal in place onceinserted. The shape of the cagecomponent also provides strong positivecable anchorage once the cable isinserted, something that was previouslyonly available from traditional cablesglands with internal clamping andlocknuts. Once fitted the Klikseal providesa total seal until the cable is insertedwithout the need for blanking plugs.Other advantages offered by all threesealing products include ease of fitting inconfined spaces where there is no roomto use the spanners needed to effectivelytighten a lock-nut.MORE INFORMATION:Enter G264 on the enquiry card, or visit ‘latest issuestories’ at www.industrialtechnology.co.uk forfurther details from SpelsbergHandle easeshot-swappingof boardsSchroff has introduced a newhot-swap-capable handle forthe insertion andwithdrawal of AdvancedTCAcarriers and MicroTCA mid-sizemodules. Featuring a rugged diecastmetal construction, the IEAhandle can be used withstainless-steel or aluminium frontpanels.The AdvancedTCAspecification defines two positionsfor the hot-swap microswitch: inthe plunger style, the switch isoperated from above, while in theTelescopic staysfor cabinet doorTelescopic cover stays from Emka areused for support of horizontal orvertical covers on <strong>control</strong> panels, forsupport or simply as a wind stay. Now thenew 1097 variants incorporate a facilityfor manual pushbutton or pull cordoperation. Use of a pull cord facilitatesoperation of widely spaced multiple stayson very wide covers. It also enablessimple operation and enhanced safety.Standard features of the 1097 seriesinclude automatic or manual release typesin sizes up to the new 710mm 1097-U6version. Automatic release operates whenthe open cover is raised then closed.Manual release ensures an added level ofsafety, requiring somebody to physicallypush the release button or pull the cordfor release.MORE INFORMATION:Enter G266 on the enquiry card, or visit ‘latest issuestories’ at www.industrialtechnology.co.uk forfurther details from EmkaETA takes a no-compromiseapproach to enclosuresIf you tend to buy standard enclosuresand then spend time and additionalmoney fitting those cabinets out withaccessories or having them coloured tosuit your needs, then ETA reckons it canoffer you big savings with its nocompromiseapproach to enclosuresupply.With its assemble to orderprogramme, ETA is offering to take awaythe strain of fitting cabinet accessories.The company can pre-assemble mostcabinet accessories for shipment,including plinth bases, additionalmounting plates and doors, and can stillship your enclosure to you within 48hours.If the standard colour is not suitable,then that’s no problem either. ETA’sspecial paint colour programme enablesthe company to paint its enclosures tomeet most customer requests. On volumebatches, ETA says the additional costs areminimal, and lead times are as little asthree to four weeks. On smaller batches,ETA can have your painted enclosure withyou in less than 72 hours.Machining servicesIf you need your enclosures machined toallow the installation of <strong>control</strong> products –for example, to accommodate pushbuttons and displays in the panel door –then for volume requirements ETA canprovide a machining service for boxes andcabinets in under three weeks and withminimal costs.ETA says it also understands theimportance of supplying not only theempty enclosure but also anycomplementary items such as powerdistribution and thermal managementproducts. To that end, it has partneredwith two of the biggest names in themarket – Wohner, which manufacturespower distribution systems, andCosmotec, a leading manufacturer ofcabinet cooling systems.MORE INFORMATION:Enter G267 on the enquiry card, or visit ‘latest issuestories’ at www.industrialtechnology.co.uk forfurther details from ETAlever style it is activated from thefront. The new handle is thereforeavailable in two versions to allowfor the correct activation of theswitch in both of these positions.MORE INFORMATION:Enter G268 on the enquiry card, or visitwww.industrialtechnology.co.uk forfurther details from SchroffHandles withmore styleAstylish recessed handle fromElesa makes carrying ofcases or mobile or traymounted equipment much easierthan struggling without hand grips.The recessed GN425.4 folds downflat when not in use and opens outto provide a sturdy secure handgrip when it is required. Itcomprises a robust diecast backingplate in black finish with four-pointattachment, housing a 10mmchrome plated steel carry handle.MORE INFORMATION:Enter G269 on the enquiry card, or visitwww.industrialtechnology.co.uk forfurther details from Elesa26INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY • July 2008
AZ_TopPult_a4_4c_engl.indd 1 12.11.2007 10:28:36The aesthetics of functionality.New Rittal TopConsole.CompatiblewithTS 8 accessoriesThe new Rittal TopConsole enclosure system adds a touch of style to machine <strong>control</strong>.After all, it is not only the sleek design which enables it to blend seamlessly into everyconceivable work environment, but also the infi nite confi guration possibilities with systemaccessories of the TS 8 and CM enclosure series or the Rittal <strong>Industrial</strong> Workstation.Assembled or converted in a matter of minutes, the new Rittal TopConsole leaves no wishesunfulfi lled with regard to ergonomics and functionality. Rittal. Switch to perfection.Rittal Limited, Braithwell Way, Hellaby <strong>Industrial</strong> Estate, Hellaby, Rotherham, S Yorks S66 8QYTel.: (01709) 704000 Fax: (01709) 701217 Internet: http://www.rittal.co.uk eMail: information@rittal.co.ukMore details: Write in 270 on the free information card 27
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