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News Release from: Machine Building Systems | Subject: Item MB
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 09 February 2005
Machine construction system gains new
latch option
The latest addition to the Item MB machine construction system allows designers to specify a single central handle designed to operate twin shot-bolts at the top and bottom of the doors.
Machine and enclosure doors built out of 40x40 extruded aluminium (now more or less an industry standard size) have in the past normally been latched or locked, usually in one position, against the outer frame With the latest addition to the Item MB machine construction system, designers can if they choose, specify a single central handle designed to operate twin shot-bolts at the top and bottom of the doors
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 20 Jan 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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As an alternative, the handle can be replaced by a double-beard lock variant, which requires a setting key to open.
The dual connecting rods slide within the central bore of any Item 40x40 Line-8 profile, the shot-bolts then engaging in the slots in the outer frame making for a very neat and unobtrusive installation.
No milling is required to fit the system, just simple hole drilling.
The shot bolts incorporate O-rings at the tips to dampen any rattling should the machine be subject to vibration.
Somewhat unconventionally, one user has designed fast-action removable panels on his machines, securing the panels in six locations with just two key operations. Request a free brochure from Machine Building Systems ...
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