PRODUCTS Tool-less D-SNAP assembly
Whether using D-SNAP components for assembly of a complete cabinet or just for the door furniture, the specialists at FDB Panel Fittings are convinced that the SNAP-LINE range of hinges, locks, handles and panel joiners can provide big savings for enclosure production, enabling hardware to be installed without the use of tools or mounting hardware such as screws or nuts.
entire hardware installation process, allowing manufacturers to save up to 90% of their assembly installation time.” By using D-SNAP technology the hinges, quarter-turn
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locks and swinghandles which are integrated into a housing component, are wedged into the cut out, providing a secure vibration proof installation. Without screws there is no concern about loose pieces falling off and damaging sensitive equipment. This design, with its two spring-loaded sets of wings,
offers an installation that is comparable with the strength of conventional products that require hardware and tools for assembly. The hardware may be installed via blind assembly from the front and therefore can even be used for hollow profiles or ‘sandwich’ panels. FDB Panel Fittings highlights that an important advantage
is that enclosures may be transported safely in a limited space environment without the danger of protruding hardware. Even untrained users can quickly and securely install hardware into an existing cut-out without tools.
DB Panel Fittings’ Terry Cantle explains: “This technology offers a completely new way of reducing cost and is an overall time saver for enclosure manufacturers. D-SNAP technology speeds up the
Hazard-label-free
engineering adhesives Henkel says that it is unique in its ability to offer a comprehensive range of hazard-label-free engineering adhesives that cover the lion’s share of applications.
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enkel explains that these Loctite products are as effective, and in some cases even more effective, than alternatives that carry health and safety symbols. What’s more the hazard-free, high performance of
the Loctite health and safety range is available at no additional cost to the end user. The Loctite brand has always had a very strong health
and safety ethos with its R&D being driven by sustainability and responsibility. Continuous development has led to the introduction of the hazard-label-free Loctite 2400 and 2700 threadlocking products and now these have been joined by others with similar credentials. In addition to dedicated threadlocking adhesives the new
Loctite health and safety range now also encompasses thread sealing, gasketing and retaining. The range is designed to make the COSHH assessment
and acceptance process for engineering adhesives as easy as possible. Instead of safety sheets running to maybe a dozen pages, all the details needed for these products are contained in just four. These highly stable anaerobic engineering adhesives enable
manufacturers to benefit from the many advantages that this technology brings whilst demonstrating responsibility for their staff and the environment. Henkel points out that it is not solely a question of conformity
however, the Loctite range also outperforms other technologies. Indeed they are now Henkel’s front line offering, with standard products only being called in where a specific performance characteristic is required.
Camlock launches hardware ranges at Electrex
For Camlock Systems Ltd, Electrex marks the launch of an all-new range of electronic locking products, to complement the extensive range of industrial locks, latches, hinges and other products for the industrial enclosure, EEE and HVAC industries.
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he electronic locks have been developed by Servocell, which has 12 years of experience in designing and manufacturing electronic and electromechanical systems, backed up by the 30 years’ similar experience of its Canadian parent, Rutherford Controls International Corporation. Camlock Systems has stand 214 at the showcase event for UK manufacturing held at the NEC on 18th
– 19th April
2012. Electrex is co-located with MACH, Drives & Controls, Air-Tech, IFPex, Plant & Asset Management, and Embedded & Electronics Industry. The new industrial hardware ranges available from Camlock will include quarter turn locks, swing handles and cam locks,
as well as many types of hinges, heavy duty paddle handles, compression locks, grab handles, HVAC locks, a multi-point locking system and several accessories. Camlock has been serving the industrial enclosure sector for nearly 30 years, is accredited to ISO 9001: 2000 and exports
much of its production overseas. The company regards Electrex as an opportunity to enhance its reputation for innovation and products of a superb quality that offer excellent value for money.
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