Handles of this type are often the last component to be fitted and can be needed as a matter of urgency at the last minute to avoid delays in production or delivery.
Bridge handles – also known as bow, grab, lift and “D” handles are a common component in industries such as mechanical engineering, sheet metal fabrication, HVAC, medical devices, food processing, rail transport and tunnelling, data centres and utilities. They are ideal for manual interactions offering a comfortable interface at the point of operator contact.
The 150mm ref 7/28745 handle is offered in zinc diecast material, polished and chrome plated for enhanced aesthetic appearance and endurance. On the other hand, the 190mm and 280mm moulded grab handles with steel core have black textured finish and countersunk fixings.
The FDB Online portfolio also encompasses large-scale tubular lift handles and small-scale finger pulls. Other D style bridge handles are available with front or rear fixings as required to meet aesthetic and security concerns.
Elsewhere, FDB offers its Rocfast assembly and logistics service as a production saving and customer service tool.
As explained by managing director Gary Miles, the service is an important tool in the armoury of specialist panel builders – for hardware required to suit enclosures and cabinets. Knowing which components can work together and how to assemble them can be a significant stumbling block in correctly specifying and equipping a custom panel.
With much experience in this area, the team at FDB Panel Fittings are capable of guiding design engineers and supply chain managers, through the complex choices of components and then arranging delivery of the items required in batches to suit production numbers and to the location of choice – whether workshop or installation site. Thus, saving time and money while ensuring enhanced customer service to the end user.
