Robust and reliable manual machine
function switching: Herga Technology
launches new multi-function industrial
footswitch range
Herga Technology, the UK’s leading switching and sensing component manufacturer, has launched a new range of engineered
heavy-duty footswitches aimed at operator control for industrial production environments. Available in multiple configurations
with slow or snap, break & make switching, the modular and robust design of the new 6256 series allows unlimited
footswitch expansion and simple adaptation for optional safety guards.
Herga’s new 6256 series The fully waterproof IP67 protection In addition to the safety guard, the
footswitches will suit applications class footswitch accommodates modular construction concept of
where durability, reliability and long safety shoe use, includes a non-slip the 6256 will also allow application-
working life are key factors for plant base and has through holes for direct specific accessories to be added
& equipment OEMs and machine floor mounting plus three alternative such as custom protective shields,
builders. M20 conduit entry points. safety trips, mechanical interlocks,
foot rests etc.
Using Herga Technologies unique The design & construction allows development gate process, the fast assembly and easy adaptation The footswitches can be
modern and aesthetic high impact to the application whilst quick access manufactured locked together to
injection moulded ABS/PC housing to the large wiring compartment form sturdy multiple footswitch
design has been extensively with screw-terminal connection groups, machine ergonomics and
validated for durability, temperature, and an integral a self-lifting clamp scalability is easily achieved.
environmental conditions and is ensure dependable installation.
As with all Herga Technology hand
a significantly cost-effective but
highly capable alternative to more The 6256 footswitch suits motor or foot switching components and
expensive cast-metal footswitch and heavy duty loads thanks to a sensing solutions, custom colours,
solutions. rated operational current of 6A at customer logos, and electrical or
250V AC (AC-15) or 24V DC (DC-13). mechanical modifications may be
available for OEM customers on
Applications areas include operator
enabled function switching where Long electrical life is assured with hand control is not feasible or safe a rated five hundred thousand in metal or plastics processing, laser switching cycles when interrupting For further details of the new 6256
machining, hydraulic press, welding, 6A AC-15 at 250V. series visit www.herga.com or email
riveting stamping and more.
request.
[email protected] or call
+44 (0)1284 701422.
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