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Panel appeal: lighting the way to good design

06/03/2013

The design of professional and consumer electronics front panel indicator lights is a key part of the user experience of the equipment. It's the first thing users see when they switch on, and the reliability, accuracy and helpfulness of the messages these indicators convey will have a big impact on the way users interact with the system. Michael Finn and Adrian Rawlinson review the most recent developments in the technologies for bringing light to the front panel.

So, what's special about the cable management industry?

06/03/2013

On the face of it, cable management may not seem the most exciting or dynamic of industries, but in the UK alone it is worth millions of pounds annually and is as competitive and innovative as any within the electrical and construction market place. With the intention of gaining more of an insight into the sector, DPA visited Legrand - a leading player in this market - to interview the company's marketing manager, Nigel Leaver.

Restraining EHV cables under fault conditions

06/03/2013

Thanks to a ready range of cable saddles designed specifically to secure extra high voltage (EHV) cables, a Yorkshire based cable cleat manufacturer managed to beat off competition to supply a new Hydro Accumulative power plant in Russia’s Moscow Region.

Non-metallic enclosures are the future for trackside

06/03/2013

Samuel James Engineering supplies points heating systems for the UK rail network. Looking to prolong the lifespan of its products and maximise their safety, the company has taken the design decision to move away from metallic to more impact- and corrosion-resistant non-metallic enclosures for these arduous trackside duties.

Securing parcel lockers for the e-commerce era

06/03/2013

Ensuring safe and secure deliveries at parcel lockers is something close to Natalie Brannelly's heart. Here, she explains how her company is working closely with the parcel locker sector to deliver the optimum electro-mechanical latch for indoor and outdoor electronic locker enclosure applications.

Enclosures Panels Features

Panel appeal: lighting the way to good design

So, what's special about the cable management industry?

Restraining EHV cables under fault conditions

Non-metallic enclosures are the future for trackside

Securing parcel lockers for the e-commerce era