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Finding the right hardware for an IP enclosure

Finding the right hardware for an IP enclosure

The specialists at FDB Panel Fittings are pleased to offer locks, latches, swinghandles, gaskets and hinges to meet specific IP requirements in enclosures, and to discuss how they may best be packaged and installed.

5th December 2025

Southco introduces new soft-close damping hinge

Southco introduces new soft-close damping hinge

Southco has launched the EC damping hinge, a soft-close hinge with the strength to bring ergonomic safety to industrial applications.

19th November 2025

New rotary latch brings master key convenience to heavy machinery

New rotary latch brings master key convenience to heavy machinery

Rather than try to make every manufacturer of every latch conform to one tool, Southco is meeting them where they are with the R4-15 Rotary Latch. Its versatile design allows it to secure many different types of panels across heavy machinery, and Southco offers a variety of tool-actuated options to match other latches on the vehicle.

10th November 2025

120 degreee stainless steel concealed hinge

120 degreee stainless steel concealed hinge

FDB Online is pleased to announce this 120 degree stainless steel hinge, new to its range. Designed for concealed fitting, this AISI 304 hinge features a removable pin for door removal in assembly or later service.

5th November 2025

Southco back at AGRITECHNICA with innovative access hardware

Southco back at AGRITECHNICA with innovative access hardware

Southco is excited to announce their participation at the upcoming AGRITECHNICA trade fair for agricultural machinery, taking place in Hanover, Germany, 9-15 November 2025.

20th October 2025

CFM-PC hinges with integrated electric cable

CFM-PC hinges with integrated electric cable

New from Elesa, the CFM-PC hinge in UL-94 V0 self-extinguishing technopolymer integrates the mechanical function of a standard hinge with the possibility to transmit electrical current from a jamb to the attached door.

10th October 2025

Advanced gasket sealing systems ensure superior ingress protection

Advanced gasket sealing systems ensure superior ingress protection

FDB Panel Fittings announces an ex-stock range of gasket sealing systems optimised for enclosure doors and specialist vehicles. Designed to support IP-rated protection against dust, water, vibration (and electromagnetic interference) these gasket systems meet the evolving demands of specialist panel builders, industrial equipment manufacturers, and data-centre operators.

8th October 2025

The added value benefits of buying from a specialist

The added value benefits of buying from a specialist

According to the experts at FDB Panel Fittings, there can be added value benefits from buying your hardware from a specialist stockist-distributor.

11th September 2025

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