Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Panel Builders",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Special enclosure furniture can be customised from
Emka UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "Enhanced functionality or aesthetics can be achieved with customisation of existing products or start from scratch original designs of specialist enclosure furniture, said a design service".
Several months prior to that,
we featured the news release Compact motor circuit breaker protects motors from
WEG Electric Motors (UK): "WEG's MPW 25 compact motor circuit breaker incorporates thermal and magnetic trips to ensure full protection of electric motors up to 15KW, 380/440V (32 amps)".
In January 2007, we covered the news from Switchtec
- take a look at Relays, switching and indication components
which says: "Switchtec has reported record trading figures for 2006".
Take a look also at the news release from Emka UK, T Handles for panel builders in black polyamide,
as well as Shunting ring eases network cable installation from Emka UK,
and Switch and control gear products are advanced from WEG Electric Motors (UK).
See also:
Cost reductions introduced for cabinet locks
(June 2006)
An even wider selection of key types, tabs and bodies than before - are available from stock and application specific 1/4-turn locks are supplied for shallow or deep door types at short notice
Quarter turn lock mechanism keeps sealing
(December 2005)
Quarter turn lock mechanism, for closure and locking of wall mounting enclosure doors, small cabinets or equipment boxes in dirty environments, avoids loss of sealing components
Quarter-turn insert locks range expanded
(November 2005)
Established 1000 series of quarter-turn insert locks now includes many recent technical developments and a large number of additional variant types
Circuit breaker is priced competitively
(September 2005)
Simplifying component procurement allows OEMs and panel builders to make real economies and a cost-effective circuit breaker provides high quality, competitively priced CE-rated MCCBs
Locks securely located in non-metal doors
(August 2005)
A device for preventing rotation will help panel builders locate locks securely in non-metal doors, so solving a regular problem for users/specifiers of non-standard cabinets
Drives can replace soft starters
(May 2005)
Component drives are small, simple, low-cost drives used to control a wide range of equipment and can replace other components such as contactors and soft starters
Transducers eliminate corrosive media leak risk
(April 2005)
Sensors that measure a wide range of benign and corrosive media, with temperatures ranging from -70 to +300 deg F provide data for safety, control and alarm functions
Offering everything but the enclosure
(April 2005)
The gradual trend toward integration of panel security functions is being satisfied with products ranging from simple turn locks to complete access/environmental management systems
ETA and Woehner pool electrical expertise
(March 2005)
Italian enclosure manufacturer ETA and busbar system specialist Woehner, have entered into a joint agreement to pool their expertise in the manufacture of electrical distribution systems
Hinges ensure maximum cabinet door dimensions
(October 2004)
Hinges that suit flange returns of 16mm to 25mm or greater are available for the traditional lay-on protruding door that has a number of advantages for electrical or electronic cabinets
Higher steel prices encourage non-conductive parts
(September 2004)
Increasing steel prices and a desire to move to non-conductive parts for electrical cabinets, have encouraged a supplier to expand its reinforced polyamide technology
Digital panel-mounting thermometer is compact
(August 2004)
Compact, digital panel-mounting thermometer, which comes equipped with its own NTC probe on a 1.5m long lead, stores the minimum and maximum temperatures measured since it was last reset
Low Price Panel Mount Min/Max Digital Thermometer
(August 2004)
Celsum Technologies has launched the TM103 Digital Panel-Mounting Thermometer, which comes equipped with its own NTC probe on a 1.5 metre long lead
Basic low-cost weight indicator drives 4 loadcells
(August 2004)
Basic, low-cost weight Indicator links through load cells to measure weight and measurements are displayed on a 6 digit display; the built-in amplifier can drive up to four loadcells
Push-in stopping plug complies with ATEX, Baseefa
(July 2004)
Push-in EExe stopping plug for harsh environments, that is ATEX compliant and suitable for enclosure seals in Zones 1,2, 21 and 22 hazardous areas, has received Baseefa accreditation
Compression tube fittings assembled rapidly
(July 2004)
Time-consuming cone-and-thread preparation can be a thing of the past for fluid instrumentation users now that rapid-assembly 1034bar compression tube fittings have been introduced
Hand-held clincher joins sheet metal assemblies
(June 2004)
Sheet metal shops, panel builders and general engineering fabricators can make use of a manual clinching unit that cold forms joints in sheet assemblies up to 3mm in thickness
Modular panel locking has reduced flange needs
(May 2004)
A cabinet locking system with reduced flange requirements has many advantages for specialist panel builders, as offered by a modular system concept
Nothing can stop this 'no brake' AC drive
(April 2004)
latest compact and low cost 'no brake' drive provides users with an ideal solution for simple applications where there is no need for motor braking
Catalogue offers easy reference to automation
(April 2004)
A handy 16 page booklet focusses on micro PLCs and HMIs, comms cards, drives, filters, software and training packs is designed for keeping close to hand and for easy reference
Handy DIN rail boxes make fitters' lives easier
(March 2004)
DIN rail box is a simple, inexpensive item that will mount onto any spare DIN rail on a panel or in a cabinet and small essential items can be safely stored on the spot
'First-by-choice' electrical products deal made
(March 2004)
Newcastle based electrical solutions supplier, Apex, has boosted their range of 'first-by-choice' electrical products by taking on Chint in an agreement with Rowe Hankins Components
Virtual stand aimed at reaching more engineers
(February 2004)
Pilz did not exhibit at the 2004 Machine Building show but the company has set up a 'virtual exhibition stand' to reach rather more engineers
Safety relay features benefit panel builders
(October 2003)
Safety relay offers an unusual combination of features, such as three normally-open safety contacts, for the benefit of panel builders, system integrators and end users
Hinges ensure maximum cabinet door dimensions
(August 2003)
Hinges that suit flange returns of 16mm to 25mm or greater are available for the traditional lay-on protruding door that has a number of advantages for electrical or electronic cabinets
Saving money by using the right safety relay
(August 2003)
Safety is not generally thought of as a costs-saving area of a machine's design, but it is possible to reduce the purchase cost of the components and save cabinet space and wiring time
Products for PCBs now have to mount on DIN Rail
(July 2003)
With the market trend moving away from the PCB and towards the standard enclosure, there is an increased need for DIN Rail mounting of products initially designed for PCB applications
News on the 1100 series SwingHandles for panel builders from Emka UK
(April 2003)
Handles offer a number of fixing hole formats and the ability to interchange most application components between different models, such as rod systems, cams, cylinders and key options
DIN rail mounted terminal blocks are compatible
(April 2003)
DIN rail mounted terminal blocks offer a wide choice of size, colour and ratings combined with full drop-in compatibility with other manufacturers' terminal products
Module enables AC drive to be panel-mounted
(March 2003)
A new open chassis drive module enables panel builders and systems integrators to mount a compact, low-voltage AC drive directly into their panels
Electronic motor protection relays self monitor
(January 2003)
Suitable for fractional kW rated motors, electronic motor protection relays feature powerful monitoring and diagnostic functions provided by built in DeviceNet interface
Panel-mounted display provides local information
(December 2002)
Compact message display, suitable for mounting on the front of machinery control panels, instantly alerts operators to alarms and other key production information
Where have all my control panels gone?
(December 2002)
Traditional control panels are large grey units taking up vast space in factories and other industrial sites, but they need no longer be so
Low cost drives now available up to 5HP
(November 2002)
VLT MICRO Adjustable Frequency Drives from Danfoss Drives are now available at 5HP for 230 VAC and 460 VAC applications