Alan Lewis, Business Development Manager, Retex UK, explains how thoughtful design is leading to a generation of IP68 enclosures which offer end-users greater flexibility of choice and reduced installation times.

A cooling system which can reduce the cost of CRAC (Computer Room Air Conditioning) by up to 40% has been introduced by Retex. To keep equipment cool data centres can use CRAC and cold aisle containment systems which manage the temperature of a room. Retex claims that by using Cool Row alongside these systems the temperature of a room can be managed more effectively.

Retex has introduced the Series 68 range, a series of high impact diecast enclosures with IP68 rated protection. Made from aluminium alloy and consisting of six sizes, the new range of enclosures are well suited to outdoor applications where increased protection is required both from atmospheric conditions as well as impacts.

Two new train lines are currently under construction on the Metro system in Barcelona. The lines, which will boast driverless technology, are fully automated and will stretch almost 30 miles, with 52 stations along the way. The automation technology requires that each station hosts its own data centre with up to ten 47U, 19" rack cabinets installed. Due to the limited access to the stations the contractor responsible for the project was eager to ...

When designing a new data centre the last thing that anyone will want to compromise on is the quality of the racking; the potential losses that can be accrued due to failures will easily dwarf any saving made by opting for budget components.

Every electrical device on the market today has its own set of requirements from a housing or enclosure; the overall footprint of the device, its design outline and its internal layout are all determining factors in the suitability of an enclosure for a given application.

Retex UK has launched a range of hand-held enclosures which offer OEMs fast installation, EMI / RFI shielding and a wide breadth of customisation options. The entire range has been designed to offer maximum internal wiring space and includes key-fob enclosures, accommodation for membrane keypads, wall mountable solutions and aluminium enclosures.

UK buyers will recognise many Retex products straight away as they have been available for some time via RS, Farnell CPC and Rapid, but contrary to many market comments, Retex UK sees potential growth in the UK with an extended range of innovative problem solving products. The company has brought together one of the most comprehensive ranges of polycarbonate, steel and aluminium electrical and electronic enclosures on the market today.

Retex UK will be exhibiting its huge range of electrical and electronic enclosures and racking systems at this year’s Electronica. Included will be the Logic2 flat-pack self-assembly 19” rack system; the only design the company claims which can be fully assembled in under 5 minutes.