New configurator increases control and speed of specification for industrial enclosures
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Industrial enclosures need to be rugged , but they also have to be flexible enough to create the right design for the application ’ s requirements . With a wide range of options available for the GEOS industrial enclosure range , Spelsberg ’ s new configurator now makes specification and selection a faster , easier task . Chris Lloyd , Managing Director Spelsberg UK , explains the advantages of the GEOS enclosure configurator .
It ’ s vital that industrial enclosures are sufficiently robust to protect the often sensitive components secured within ; which are typically electrical in nature . Industrial and outdoor environments present arduous conditions , from the potential for a high degree of ingress and fluctuations in temperature , to the challenges of varying weather or possibility of impact .
Spelsberg ’ s GEOS industrial enclosure is made for the task and is sufficiently durable for a wide range of environments and applications . As a result , there ’ s an array of potential uses , each requiring their own specification and options .
While Spelsberg ’ s engineers are always available to talk customers through a specification , we still wanted to offer the customer the tools that would enable them to specify their own enclosure quickly . The GEOS enclosure configurator is aimed at specifiers and designers who know what they are looking for in an enclosure and want to find the best match quickly .
The first stage of the configurator , available on the Spelsberg website , includes selection of either enclosure or cabinet , followed by dimensions . The configurator then allows you to select all available accessory types , from hinge doors , to partition walls to mounting plates . To check the design , the configurator also provides a 360-degree view with zoom across three dimensions . The configurator will also price the enclosure and accessories for the order to then be sent directly to Spelsberg .
The configurator also features an optional configuration assistant which takes the user through steps to ensure that all possible considerations of design , from door opening to condensation , have been covered . This means that the customer , whatever their level of experience , can use the configurator to control their design .
The configurator is the same tool as that used by Spelsberg ’ s engineers on a daily basis to design the layout of GEOS enclosures .
The GEOS enclosures themselves are constructed from high strength polycarbonate to ensure durability . This means that GEOS has an IK09 impact rating - one of the highest industrial ratings available – and offers up to IP67 ingress protection .
Should further customisation of the enclosure or cabinet be required , such as additional holes for cable entry , Spelsberg UK can carry out precision CNC machining . The on-site CNC machining service ensures that Spelsberg provides accountability through customization and reduces the time and cost of contracting a third-party machinist .
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