Posted to News on 6th Jan 2009, 19:17
Rod locking system uses standard cutout to cut costs
Locking systems are a significant area of cabinet functionality and cost, which the EMKA rod locking system addresses by standardising on a single 20.1mm rounded square cutout and by using an extensive range of compatible components. This minimises tooling, speeds punching and streamlines lock installation irrespective of type or size.
A major factor in allowing a wide choice from their universal quarter-turn key/lock insert system is the EMKA cutout, going from low-profile insert or key locks directly to wing knob, T handle, L handle, padlockable handle or swing handle. This makes it easy for specialist enclosure manufacturers to programme production for a simple door cutout and then select a suitable lock/handle unit irrespective of door size or material.
Based on a simple round rod system, the EMKA programme offers a wide range of possibilities including flat rods and many different lock types. Single locks on small boxes, twin or triple point locking can all be achieved with the same lock cutout. With materials available covering the full range of applications - including zinc die cast (black or chrome finish), black polyamide and stainless steel - panel builder need not be lost for a suitable locking system. Indeed, the whole system, based on the standard 20.1mm rounded corner cutout, is flexible enough to cope with door thicknesses from less than 1mm up to 50mm acoustic panelling.
By the simple expedient of standardising the interface between lock and cabinet, EMKA is able to offer one locking system for a whole area of enclosure production. Specialist enclosure manufacturers can therefore rely on simply picking what they need from this range to cover the majority of their locking needs for all industrial purposes.
Further information on EMKA products and services may be found at www.emka.co.uk where it is also possible to download any part or the entire EMKA product catalogue.
