SUPPLEMENT ENCLOSURE SOLUTIONS DURABLE HINGES FOR ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURES BACKLIGHTING OPTION FOR PLASTIC ENCLOSURE RANGE
FDB Panel Fittings has introduced a comprehensive range of premium hinges designed to enhance the functionality and protection of enclosures. From consumer electronics to large
industrial cabinets, the hinges ensure secure access, durability and smooth operation. Key benefits include easy maintenance, tamper- resistance, and long-term reliability, even in the harshest environments. Whether you need corrosion-resistant materials for outdoor enclosures or lightweight options for portable units, FDB has the perfect solution for every electronic enclosure need. Offering a broad selection of hinge types, including butt, continuous, concealed, lift-off, and quarter-turn, FDB ensures a tailored solution for every design requirement. With materials like stainless steel, aluminium, and zinc-plated steel, these hinges provide exceptional performance under challenging conditions, including exposure to moisture, temperature extremes, and high-frequency use. Lift-off hinges offer quick access for maintenance, while concealed hinges provide a clean, tamper-resistant look for high-security applications. With over 50 years of expertise and
products from trusted brands like Enclosure Solutions/Barker Nelson, FDB provides industry-leading solutions to safeguard valuable electronic components and ensure long-lasting performance.
FDB Panel Fittings T: 020 8568 1616
www.fdb.co.uk HEMCO
www.hemcocorp.com/ A FLEXIBLE AND ADAPTABLE ENCLOSURE SOLUTION
New from WAGO is the WAGOBOX PRO, specifically created to streamline enclosure selection. Offering versatility and ease of installation, this is designed to accept up to 21 conductors, including 15 side-entry and six inline connections. This features WAGO’s proven screw-free technology, making it maintenance free to BS5733 and suitable for use in inaccessible areas. The enclosure can be used with 1mm², 1.5mm², and 2.5mm² flat cables, as well as round flexible cables up to 10mm in diameter. It accommodates all WAGO 221 4mm series connectors, providing secure, trusted connections and quick and easy installation. Front-access test slots enable electrical testing without the need to remove connectors or conductors, and the adaptable layout means as many – or as few – connectors can be used as
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is necessary for the application. WAGOBOX PRO is made from self-extinguishing, flame-
retardant material, and is fully compliant with BS EN 60670-22 and BS 7671 standards. It is also manufactured in the UK and recyclable, helping traders and organisations to meet their sustainability goals. David Draper at WAGO said: “The WAGOBOX PRO eliminates the need for multiple enclosure types, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. With the ability to support both traditional 221 side-entry and 221 inline connectors, electricians can now rely on a single, adaptable solution for a wide range of applications.”
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OKW has added a new machining service for LED backlighting to its enclosure customisation options, enabling electronics designers to overcome the ingress protection issues associated with fitting LEDs and/or light pipes to a housing’s front panel. This, the company explains, offers designers the opportunity to add extra visual cachet to their devices. It is ideal for displaying numbers and letters in a wide range of electronics applications – particularly where dust or water ingress is a risk. The backlighting has a soft, subtle glow. Numbers or letters appear only during illumination. At other times, they disappear: the lighting is invisible – no LEDs can be seen because they are mounted below the surface of the panel. Ingress protection is maintained in accordance with the enclosure’s designated IP rating. OKW enables the backlighting effect by machining small indentations into the underside of a panel. Beneath these indentations LEDs can then be assembled according to the customer’s configuration. The indentations are thin enough to let light from the LEDs pass through the plastic. However, neither the LEDs nor the indentations are visible when the illumination is off. According to the company, backlighting is perfect for models such as OKW’s SMART-PANEL (shown in
the example), a slim and discreet wall-mount enclosure for building control systems, smart homes, offices, IoT/IIoT, measuring, healthcare, laboratories and security technology. The new backlighting option is part of OKW’s extensive range of modification services, which include
CNC machining, printing, laser marking, decor foils, EMC shielding and installation/assembly of accessories. Lacquering and special materials can also be specified.
OKW Enclosures T: 01489 583858
www.okw.co.uk CONTROLLED CONTAINMENT ENCLOSURES
Available from HEMCO, controlled Containment System (CCS) Enclosures are engineered to safely contain and control airborne particulate to and from sampling procedures. Dispensing from drums and weighing procedures are typical
applications. These can be easily rolled into the enclosure through the strip curtain entrance and, as a result, both the process and the surrounding environment are protected from contamination. A downward flow of HEPA-filtered air maintains a cleanliness level at drum or working height, while all exhaust air exits out through HEPA filters in the rear wall at floor level. The interior is under slight negative pressure to ensure no contaminant escapes from the enclosure.
The ‘CCS’ Enclosure is located directly on the existing floor. Optional roll & set casters are
available for mobility, as well as electrical and plumbing service fixtures, tables with work surfaces, and enclosure floors.
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