Equipment Boots

Equipment Boots

Why Elastomeric Insert Instead of O-Ring?

Why does the APM SEELNUT® use a sophisticated, molded-in elastomeric seal instead of a simple, pressed-in O-Ring? After patenting the original line of self-sealing fasteners (screws, bolts and rivets) in 1949, which features an embedded O-Ring in a proprietary, asymmetrical groove located in the underside of the fastener's head, our designers looked at designing a sealing nut using a similar...

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Equipment Boots

Why Elastomeric Insert Instead of O-Ring?

Why does the APM SEELNUT-® use a sophisticated, molded-in elastomeric seal instead of a simple, pressed-in O-Ring? After patenting the original line of self-sealing fasteners (screws, bolts and rivets) in 1949, which features an embedded O-Ring in a proprietary, asymmetrical groove located in the underside of the fastener's head, our designers looked at designing a sealing nut using a similar...

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APM's Patented Trigger Improves Booted Breaker Operation

APM's boots not only protect one, two and three pole circuit breakers from environmental attack, but also can lend a hand in making it easier to reset and turn on the circuit breaker. To achieve the necessary muscle (leverage) to get the job done right, APM designed their Trigger" arm, strategically located inside the silicone rubber seal's canopy (dome). As a result, the user can now easily and...

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Equipment Boots

APM's Patented Trigger Improves Booted Breaker Operation

APM's boots not only protect one, two and three pole circuit breakers from environmental attack, but also can lend a hand in making it easier to reset and turn on the circuit breaker. To achieve the necessary muscle (leverage) to get the job done right, APM designed their Trigger" arm, strategically located inside the silicone rubber seal's canopy (dome). As a result, the user can now easily and...

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These Joysticks Rock!

Myth Busting Threadlockers Can't Be Reused FALSE. Unlike liquid anaerobic sealant threadlockers, all APM value-added threadlocking enhancements are reusable and can be adjusted in one hour, one day, one year and beyond. APM self-sealing fasteners with optional threadlocking form a clean, dry system. No chemical fumes for employees to inhale and no environmental disposal issues. When liquid...

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These Joysticks Rock!

Myth Busting Threadlockers Can't Be Reused FALSE. Unlike liquid anaerobic sealant threadlockers, all APM value-added threadlocking enhancements are reusable and can be adjusted in one hour, one day, one year and beyond. APM self-sealing fasteners with optional threadlocking form a clean, dry system. No chemical fumes for employees to inhale and no environmental disposal issues. When liquid...

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APM Develops 3 New Products to Help Make Workplace More Secure
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APM Develops 3 New Products to Help Make Workplace More Secure

Englewood, New Jersey – APM HEXSEAL announces the release of 3 new products that are innovating the industry. 1. 3/8 Diameter Bushing Seal for Sealed Switch Panel Mounting Hole (60065) A new product to protect against and prevent seepage/leakage through switch panel cutout While other sealed switches are designed to tolerate hostile environments, they typically do not seal the panel cutout in...

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APM Develops 3 New Products to Help Make Workplace More Secure
Equipment Boots

APM Develops 3 New Products to Help Make Workplace More Secure

Englewood, New Jersey – APM HEXSEAL announces the release of 3 new products that are innovating the industry. 1. 3/8 Diameter Bushing Seal for Sealed Switch Panel Mounting Hole (60065) A new product to protect against and prevent seepage/leakage through switch panel cutout While other sealed switches are designed to tolerate hostile environments, they typically do not seal the panel cutout in...

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Toggle Switch Boot avoids accidental tripping.
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Toggle Switch Boot avoids accidental tripping.

Using low durometer rubber and providing very little or no resistance to actuator, Ultra Flex Bellow Toggle Switch Boot 1131/60 guards against accidentally tripping breaker/switch into on/off position. Boot provides UL recognized sealing performance that meets NEMA 4, 4X/IP68 sealing standards. - 

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Toggle Switch Boot avoids accidental tripping.
Equipment Boots

Toggle Switch Boot avoids accidental tripping.

Using low durometer rubber and providing very little or no resistance to actuator, Ultra Flex Bellow Toggle Switch Boot 1131/60 guards against accidentally tripping breaker/switch into on/off position. Boot provides UL recognized sealing performance that meets NEMA 4, 4X/IP68 sealing standards. Â- 

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Simple Connection – MGB with EtherNet/IP

The new MGB with EtherNet/IP is a leap forward in access door safety. Designed for easy installation, flawless performance, and long service life, it is engineered with robust features and cutting-edge technology that places it firmly at the leading edge of the door safety device industry. To learn all about the benefits of the Euchner MGB, see our video.

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