Rittal announces new Hygienic Design Pushbutton Enclosures for food and beverage manufacturers

Rittal announces new Hygienic Design Pushbutton Enclosures for food and beverage manufacturers

MISSISSAUGA — Rittal, a manufacturer of industrial and IT enclosures, introduces its new Hygienic Design Pushbutton Enclosures and Accessories designed specifically for the high hygiene zone in food and beverage facilities.

Five sizes are available in the hygienic design (HD) pushbutton enclosure line including one-, two-, three-, four-, and six-hole enclosure options that fit standard 22.5 mm pushbuttons and switches. To meet strict food safety regulations and help maintain protection, the HD pushbutton enclosures feature:

• 3° slope on all sides to prevent accumulation of liquids
• 304 brushed grain, stainless steel
• Zinc-plated sheet steel mounting bracket
• IP 66 and IP 69 rated
• UL Type 4X rated

To round off Rittal’s hygienic line of accessories, a viewing window, pressure release plug, new alternative cam lock option, and key lockable t-handle have reportedly been added.

The company says that the hygienic design enclosures and accessories use an FDA compliant, blue silicone gasket which helps in preventing the ingress of contaminants and bacteria.

“The new and extended HD enclosures and accessories maintain the high quality that Rittal is known for and will help our customers in achieving the highest level of food safety throughout their production areas,” states Andreas Ruzic, Chief Executive Officer of Rittal USA and Executive Vice President of Rittal North America. “The added HD pushbutton enclosures will help users create custom solutions for their unique applications.”