EDITOR ’ S CHOICE PRODUCT EXPANSION
TR FASTENINGS
TR launches HUMMEL cable glands to enhance their Plastics & Rubber Hardware range
TR Fastenings announces further product expansion with the launch of a new premium range of HUMMEL cable glands , an important addition to its growing plastic & rubber hardware portfolio . This latest move confirms TR ’ s commitment to increase their product offering to existing and new customers nationally and globally .
HUMMEL cable glands are made of the highest quality plastic , brass and stainless steel and hold all the relevant approvals for international use . This range spans across numerous industry sectors with specific products to suit their needs .
DESIGNED WITH SAFETY IN MIND
Cable glands perform a number of essential roles in cable management . Designed to attach and seal the end of an electric cable , cable glands provide earthing , grounding , insulation and strain relief when connected to plugs , terminals , enclosures or electrical equipment .
They are often used outdoors or in harsh and hazardous environments where they need to contain electrical sparks or repel external contaminants such as dirt , dust , water and moisture . In addition , they prevent cables twisting , tearing and pulling to ensure continual performance and a secure connection .
ADHERENCE TO STRICT SPECIFICATION
HUMMEL ’ s range offers a wide choice of high specification plastic and metal materials and mounting thread types . All products adhere to the strictest national and international specifications , for full information on all please visit the TR website .
HIGHEST IP RATING
With the international Ingress Protection ( IP ) rating system in place , the IP rates the glands depending on their design and efficiency for different applications . The HSK-K plastic range and HSK-M metal range meet the toughest requirements of industrial indoor and outdoor environments and provide the highest levels of IP ratings – IP68 and IP69K , compared to other competitors ’ product .
This is mainly due to advanced seal design . The higher rated IP69K enables products to be used in conditions where equipment must be carefully sanitised such as in medical and food processing applications .
Dr . Bertram Melzig-Thiel , Vice President Product Line Cable Glands at HUMMEL , commented ;
“ We are pleased to be able to expand our cooperation and we are sure that we will enrich TR Fastenings ’ high-quality product range with our premium cable glands .”
Andrew Fletcher , Director of Plastics and Rubber ( Commercial and Technical ) at TR commented ;
“ TR is proud to offer this latest innovative range to customers , and working with a world-class manufacturer in the connector field such as HUMMEL , strengthens our commitment to growing this range .
“ This isn ’ t a one solution fits all scenario as we ’ ve seen the cable glands market change considerably over the years , with continuous product developments to meet industry demands . We do more than just deliver products , we provide solutions and we ’ re well poised to react quickly to this evolving market whilst remaining competitive .”
For more information on the HUMMEL Cable gland products visit : www . trfastenings . com / products / Catalogue / Cable-Glands
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