PECM Issue 21 2016 | Page 30

Control & Automation Even more room for manoeuvre! Space is precious – especially when it comes to high packing densities in electrical engineering. S pace limitations mean that panel builders and switchgear manufacturers have to accommodate more and more mechanical and electrical components in enclosures. Now, a smart new enclosure accessory from Rittal can provide far greater scope for the interior configuration of compact enclosures. The planning and configuration of interior installations within compact enclo sures can be both time-consuming and complicated. It can also lead to actions which compromise the integrity of the enclosure and add to the cost of installation. The limited available installation space inside the enclosure can also cause problems around the best use of the existing mounting surfaces. Additional holes often have to be drilled in areas such as the side panels to fasten components outside of the mounting plate. This not only lowers the enclosure’s protection category, it is also adds significantly to the setting-up costs. The limited available installation space inside the enclosure can also cause problems around the best use of the existing mounting surfaces. In response, Rittal has developed an interior installation rail. The rail can be easily mounted to the side, floor or roof areas of the AE compact enclosure, without any need for additional drilling through the enclosure panels. This neat solution saves time and preserves the enclosure’s protection category. It can be