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A switch cabinet mounting table made to order

This bespoke mounting table was designed and built by MiniTec for a manufacturer of enclosures that house data network and telecommunications systems.

23/02/2015 16:21:19

MiniTec spent time consulting with the customer to fully understand the cabinet assembly and logistics, which included a requirement to ensure that some standard products could be delivered within 24 hours of starting production.

The complete unit is made largely of MiniTec standard parts with a custom-made steel base frame, powder coated, for direct assembly of mounting plates into switch cabinets.

Movement is provided by two electric, height adjustable lifting columns with a maximum stroke of 400mm, along with two swivel motors to adjust the angle of inclination of the workspace (swivelling range of 90°). Control of the lifting columns and swivel motors is via a logic control.

The mounting plates are inserted into the cabinet via a roller rail, on which the plate is mounted. During the installation process, the plate is fixed in position on two vertical clamps.

The entire frame is mounted on casters with clamps so that it can be moved freely, while the base is geometrically arranged so that the mounting table can be stored in a space-saving way.

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.