FEATURE ENCLOSURES
Enclosures company enlisted for CCTV systems
When CCTV equipment is in public view, aesthetics can be as important as functional requirements. So when APC Concepts wanted special coloured electrical enclosures, it turned to Spelsberg UK for its flexible enclosure solutions
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CTV systems can consist of many parts if they are to provide visual
coverage over a wide area, or in a built up environment. Furthermore, some of the cameras and lighting may be mounted in places, such as on the outside of buildings, where they can be seen by people as they pass by. This gives the public a sense of confidence in the security of the building and also helps deter potential miscreants. However, it also brings an element of aesthetics into the installers’ requirements. While the camera and lights can be visually interesting, their cabling and electrical enclosures tend to look less attractive. APC Concepts is one of the UK’s major
suppliers of CCTV and related equipment. Based in Warrington, it is particularly active in the north of England and has helped create security and safety at many different customers’ sites. It recognises that installers can add value to their systems if they can improve the visual aesthetics. Notably, standard grey electrical enclosures can appear visually jarring in certain locations, so APC Concepts contacted Spelsberg UK to see if an alternative could be developed. Spelsberg UK is a manufacturer of
electrical enclosures and accessories, and the UK arm of the German company Gunther Spelsberg. With well over 100 years experience in the design and manufacture of water and dustproof enclosures, Spelsberg has a reputation for quality products and high levels customer service. This includes the production of special products. Spelsberg and APC Concepts have been working together for many years and a strong rapport is enjoyed between the two companies. One of the main things that Spelsberg supplies to APC Concepts is products from its HP range of enclosures. These are high volume, price competitive
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items, made of polypropylene, which provide IP55 ingress protection for electrical equipment and junctions. Spelsberg’s David Mills says: “Normally we are primarily concerned with functional details such as size, weather protection rating and opening requirements. Most of our enclosures are destined for installation in working environments and are often hidden from general view. However on CCTV jobs, they are sometimes mounted in more prominent places, such as on the side of buildings where people can see them. This brings an aesthetic dimension to the decision making process when selecting enclosures. The HP enclosures are usually a standard product manufactured in volume, but we were happy to look at alternative options.” The HP series from Spelsberg is a robust
design, certified to IP55 as standard, and comes with either a snap-on or a screw-on lid. They are manufactured from halogen- free, flame-resistant polypropylene and offer heat resistance up to 100°C. The range is available in a selection of standard sizes, and are supplied with a terminal block
where required. The HP enclosures come in a standard
colour of light grey, which looks good in many installations because it does not stand out, yet complements most colour schemes. However, in December last year APC Concepts asked Spelsberg if it was possible to get black HP enclosures. Mills knew that such units were not made, but made a phone call to the head office in Germany, and a positive response was immediately forthcoming. The idea was certainly possible; the only issue was the volume of product to be made. “It was not long until we had a trial
batch of 3,000 units delivered to APC Concepts,” recalls Mills. “They started showing them to their customers and got a very positive reaction. So the first production order was placed for 10,000 black HP enclosures and APC enthusiastically promoted them on their website and directly to customers.” APC Concepts now has both colours in
stock, helping the company maintain a competitive edge. Spelsberg was able to provide this level of customer service and has shown that its manufacturing operation is flexible enough to respond quickly, yet big enough to cope with the extra requirements. “It is great to have this sort of backing,” Mills says. “If a customer makes an enquiry – or even a wishful comment - I can be confident that Spelsberg has both the will and the capabilities to respond in a
productive way.” Spelsberg’s company philosophy,
‘space for you’, is based around the idea of providing flexibility and freedom to its customers - it describes the space provided within each junction box, the large
distribution and warehousing space, and the freedom to customise almost any product, irrespective of quantity.
Spelsberg T: 01952 605849
www.spelsberg.co.uk
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