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MiniTec components are just the job for bespoke 'run-in' trollies

MiniTec was recently involved in a project to produce 'run-in' trolleys, which are used for the final inspection and testing of industry laptops.

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Each drawer is loaded with a laptop which is connected to a USB hub. The trolley is then pushed into a climate chamber with elevated temperature where the laptops are continuously rebooted over a period of 39 hours.

Specifications for the roller conveyor:
- Conductive wheels – two swivel, two fixed
- 20 drawers with telescopic guide and compliance
- Two profiles at the bottom of the frame to attach a USB hub

Drawers consist of:
– Drawer sheet with edge protection
– Telescopic guide that allows 550mm total length
– Drag chain fixed to the frame

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.