From locking, to locating and indexing, positioning and clamping, to securing, ejecting, notching and dampening, index plungers are an indispensable component in the design engineer’s toolbox. With so many types of index plungers available, how does a design engineer choose the ideal plunger for their application?
Our Model 17 HI is a strong and durable surface mount hinge with a modern appearance. We offer a range of sizes to suit most applications, including both open mounting for fixing from above with screws and bolts, and integral metric studs for secure, flush fitting from below.
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Rencol Company directors are thrilled to announce that Rencol Components Ltd. is celebrating its 100-year anniversary in 2023.
Our new Model 39 PK solid lobe knobs feature a cavity-free construction for superior strength, durability, hygiene and ergonomics.
Southern Manufacturing 2023 takes place on 7th-9th February at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre.
Rencol will be exhibiting our range of standard components and custom manufacturing services. Come along to meet our team and discuss your components needs. Register to attend for free at the Southern Manufacturing website.
Rencol’s new Model 10 IP Acetal & stainless steel spring plungers are innovative and versatile mechanical devices which will benefit machine, equipment, and furniture builders across a wide range of applications.
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To meet the functional and ergonomic requirements of modern industrial enclosure and cabinet design, enclosure designers will want to identify the ideal hinge for their application. With so many variations in hinge design, material, and function, how does the design engineer identify the ideal hinge?
Beyond some of the more obvious design considerations, like hinge size (hinges should be large enough to hold the weight of the door but not so large as to hinder its use), and hinge colour (probably black, occasionally white, any other colour can be produced but won’t be available off-the-shelf), there are some hinge characteristics which are less obvious and require more consideration. Read our guide to find out how to choose the ideal enclosure hinge for your application.
Continue reading Enclosure Hinges – A Design Engineer’s Guide
Detent pins are a quick and safe method of securing, adjusting, and detaching accessories on diverse types of equipment, furniture, and machinery. Rencol’s detent pins feature a strong, durable, and reliable quick release mechanism, comprised of a stainless-steel shaft and two spring-loaded stainless-steel ball bearings. This mechanism prevents the pin from unintentionally being removed or from working its way free due to knocks, movement, and vibration.
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Rencol Components will once again be attending the Southern Manufacturing & Electronics Show. Held at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre on February 8th to the 10th 2022, Rencol will be displaying our extensive range of knobs, handles, hand wheels, index plungers, levelling feet, hinges, locks, latches, and much more.
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We have been manufacturing and supplying standard components since the 1920s. Our extensive range of plastic & metal knobs, fixed & revolving handles, bridge handles & pull handles, hand wheels & crank handles, index plungers, clamping handles, hinges, locks, latches & camlocks, and levelling feet are now presented on our new, updated website.
