PRODUCTS RACKS, CABINETS & ENCLOSURES COLLABORATION DELIVERS NEW LATCHING RELAY UNIT


the relays into" a suitable enclosure, but they needed the relays to protrude through the housing. Hitaltech were able to suggest a solution, a low profile enclosure "It is actually our ‘Modulbox


H


elvar has been a Hitaltech customer for many years. Mark


Holmes, Helvar's mechanical and PCB designer, approached Hitaltech’s MD, Andy Fitzer about designing a new customised enclosure for a new relay unit for the lighting industry. Helvar needed a low profile


housing as a traditional din rail mounting would have restricted user access. The company had already attempted to "squeeze all


Compact', which is a low profile enclosure," explains Fitzer."By modifying the existing enclosure and machining custom cut-outs into it, we were able to provide access to the actuators [the green clips on the black relays in the image]." Hitaltech supplied the green


terminal blocks, and printed and machined the enclosure using plastics that meet fire regulations UL94V0. And the apertures were


not the only customisation. "The interesting thing is the red


‘terminal guard'," says Mark. "We asked Hitaltech to mould that in translucent red so we could use it as an LED display. Terminal guards are usually manufactured in the same material as the rest of the enclosure body, but the translucent material allows us to place a seven- segment LED display beneath it." Another key feature of the


enclosure is its wiring legends and logo, printed onto the enclosure. "Printing onto enclosures is a


really valuable resource as it enables our customers to have their own identity on the product," explains Fitzer.


www.hitaltech.co.uk


PRECISION CASTING


Hardware from EMKA is set to be lighter, stronger and better finished in stainless steel following a new processes introduced in its manufacturing systems for locks, hinges, swinghandles etc. Precision lost wax casting uses a very fine


NEW STAINLESS STEEL PRECISION CASTING FOR ENCLOSURE HARDWARE


A new designer table-top plastic enclosures for tough working environments has been launched by OKW. Applications include measurement and control engineering, IT,


medical, laboratory and environmental technology. The company’s Evotec range can also be wall mounted for access control. These smart new enclosures feature elegant and ergonomic soft


contours but are built to be robust. They are moulded from ASA+PC-FR (UL 94 V-0) for enhanced UV stability and can be specified with a sealing kit for IP 65 protection. There are three variants: Version I has a flat top with a large


operating area for switches, push buttons and touch displays. Version II features a smooth sloping top for desktop applications. Version III also has a sloping top but is recessed to accommodate a membrane keypad or product label.


All three versions have PCB screw pillars in the top and base. Rubber feet ensure stable positioning on flat


surfaces. Torx assembly screws prevent tampering – perfect for medical applications. The cases are available in one size (200 x 124mm) and in one standard colour: off white (RAL 9002).


Accessories include an IP 65 seal, wall mounting kit and self-tapping screws for fitting PCBs. The company can customise these enclosures on request. Services include: custom colours, EMC shielding;


CNC machining; lacquering; water transfer, tampo or digital printing of logos and legends; installation and assembly of accessories; display windows; plastic and aluminium panels. https://www.okw.co.uk/en/Plastic-enclosures/Evotec.htm


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grain sand and ceramic matrix to faithfully recreate small details and to reduce wall thicknesses compared to alternative processes. The result is higher detail, thinner materials


and more complex designs which means greater strength with lower cost. Consequently, slim-line designs and special requirements may be incorporated with stainless steel as a practical economic replacement for zinc die with smaller volumes, less bulk and lighter weight. www.emka.co.uk


Stego Elektrotechnik has built a warehouse and logistics facility in Schwaebisch Hall . The new logistics building is an investment for further growth over the next ten years. The expansion, where product development and production will continue, is based on a three-stage plan. The construction of the new warehouse and logistics facility will be followed by the conversion of the existing production and warehouse. In addition, a high-tech, robot- guided automatic warehouse as well as further structural changes in the office and staff rooms are also planned. www.stego.de


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