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Sheet Metal Joiner features integral grounding clip.
Fasteners & Hardware

Sheet Metal Joiner features integral grounding clip.

Requiring cut-out of 1.177 x 0.547 in., SNAP-Joiner 1-042SL can join 2 panels with combined thickness of 0.142-0.358 in. Unit mechanically connects 2 coated or uncoated sheet metal panels together while creating automatic and secure metal-to-metal connection. Grounding clip teeth ensure penetration of painted or powder-coated surfaces, establishing electrical connection between merged panels in...

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Adapter accelerates multi-point round rod system assembly.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Adapter accelerates multi-point round rod system assembly.

Assembly method for attaching round rods to latch in multiple-point locking applications eliminates need for screws and tools. Round rod slides into polyamide adapter and remains in place, and resulting assembly is clipped onto grooved stud of 2- or 3-point cam. Rattle-free solution accelerates assembly, and end-users can cut standard-length round rods to custom lengths. Once attached to rod,...

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Bowed Handle installs without screws or tools.
Fasteners & Hardware

Bowed Handle installs without screws or tools.

Incorporating D-SNAP technology, SNAP-LINE Bowed Handle functions as both handle and latch, eliminating need to use separate products. Spring-loaded wings are inserted into channel in handle housing. As wings retract after passing through cutout, SNAP-LINE handle is held securely in place, even in severe vibration applications. Constructed of zinc die-cast, handle can be used for right- or...

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Compression Latch installs without screws or tools.
Fasteners & Hardware

Compression Latch installs without screws or tools.

SNAP-LINE mini compression latch provides secure closure for any sheet metal cabinet. Smooth function aligns cam behind frame, and integral red/green indicator shows if latch is closed or open position. Set of spring-loaded wings are inserted into channel in latch housing, allowing them to move freely for insertion into panel cutout. As wings retract after passing through cutout, latch is held...

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Mechanical Components and Assemblies

Handles install without screws or tools.

Featuring D-SNAP technology, SNAP-LINE Handles require only moderate pressing motion for installation on prepared panel. Design eliminates risk of screws that can loosen over time and fall out onto sensitive equipment, causing damage. Handles hold securely in place, even in severe vibration environments. Made of zinc die-cast, SNAP-LINE handles are available in several different types including...

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Finger-Pull Handle installs without screws or tools.
Mechanical Components and Assemblies

Finger-Pull Handle installs without screws or tools.

Featuring D-SNAP Technology, SNAP-LINE U-shaped Omicron handle requires only moderate pressing motion for installation in prepared panel. D-SNAP housing holds spring-loaded set of wings that snap into position to hold finger-pull handle firmly in panel. Once installed, handle holds securely, even in severe vibration environments. Zinc die cast product comes in various materials, heights, and...

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Mechanical Panel Fastener works without screws or tools.
Fasteners & Hardware

Mechanical Panel Fastener works without screws or tools.

Utilizing DÂ-·SNAP technology, SNAP-JOINER can be snapped into place on metal panels by hand. Requiring rectangular opening for installation, DÂ-·SNAP housing holds spring-loaded set of wings that snap into position to hold firmly in panel, even in severe vibration environments. Product can be used wherever 2 sheet metal panels need to be joined. It can also be used in place of captive...

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Panel Fasteners install without screws or tools.
Fasteners & Hardware

Panel Fasteners install without screws or tools.

D-SNAP technology provides mechanical means of installing hardware on sheet metal surfaces that stays securely attached to panel even in severe vibration environments. Housing holds spring-loaded wings that snap into position to hold latch or hinge firmly in panel. They retract as part is installed and slide back into place with snap sound when installation is done. Mechanism can be retracted to...

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Sheet Metal Joiner features integral grounding clip.
Fasteners & Hardware

Sheet Metal Joiner features integral grounding clip.

Requiring cut-out of 1.177 x 0.547 in., SNAP-Joiner 1-042SL can join 2 panels with combined thickness of 0.142-0.358 in. Unit mechanically connects 2 coated or uncoated sheet metal panels together while creating automatic and secure metal-to-metal connection. Grounding clip teeth ensure penetration of painted or powder-coated surfaces, establishing electrical connection between merged panels in...

Read More »
Adapter accelerates multi-point round rod system assembly.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Adapter accelerates multi-point round rod system assembly.

Assembly method for attaching round rods to latch in multiple-point locking applications eliminates need for screws and tools. Round rod slides into polyamide adapter and remains in place, and resulting assembly is clipped onto grooved stud of 2- or 3-point cam. Rattle-free solution accelerates assembly, and end-users can cut standard-length round rods to custom lengths. Once attached to rod,...

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Company News

Dirak Expands its US Presence-Opens New US Headquarters

STERLING, VIRGINIA - DIRAK, a global innovator in hinges, handles, locks and latches has opened a new US Headquarters in Sterling, Virginia. The new building more than doubles the size of the previous facility. The US market is key to our continued global success and this move confirms our commitment to our customer base, said Armin Fink, CEO. The additional office and warehouse space is...

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Bowed Handle installs without screws or tools.
Fasteners & Hardware

Bowed Handle installs without screws or tools.

Incorporating D-SNAP technology, SNAP-LINE Bowed Handle functions as both handle and latch, eliminating need to use separate products. Spring-loaded wings are inserted into channel in handle housing. As wings retract after passing through cutout, SNAP-LINE handle is held securely in place, even in severe vibration applications. Constructed of zinc die-cast, handle can be used for right- or...

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Compression Latch installs without screws or tools.
Fasteners & Hardware

Compression Latch installs without screws or tools.

SNAP-LINE mini compression latch provides secure closure for any sheet metal cabinet. Smooth function aligns cam behind frame, and integral red/green indicator shows if latch is closed or open position. Set of spring-loaded wings are inserted into channel in latch housing, allowing them to move freely for insertion into panel cutout. As wings retract after passing through cutout, latch is held...

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People in the News

Dirak Hires Brant for Customer-Specific Applications

Matching Products with Unique Customer Needs: DIRAK Inc, global innovator in latches, locks and hinges, has expanded its ability to match each customer need with the right product or technology, with the appointment of Vince Brant as Applications Engineer. Brant will be dedicated full-time to determining the specific solutions for unique customer applications. He will report to Armin Fink, Chief...

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Company News

Dirak and Reell Enter Agreement

CHANTILLY, Va. - DIRAK, Inc. and Reell Precision Manufacturing Corporation, two companies well known in the global engineering marketplace for locks, latches, hinges, handles, and access hardware, announced today an agreement to work together to pursue product innovation for their customers. In addition to offering each others' products to their respective customers, the companies agreed to share...

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Mechanical Components and Assemblies

Handles install without screws or tools.

Featuring D-SNAP technology, SNAP-LINE Handles require only moderate pressing motion for installation on prepared panel. Design eliminates risk of screws that can loosen over time and fall out onto sensitive equipment, causing damage. Handles hold securely in place, even in severe vibration environments. Made of zinc die-cast, SNAP-LINE handles are available in several different types including...

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