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Rittal are the world’s leading manufacture and supplier of innovative enclosure products and housing technologies. With an extensive range of enclosures and housing products held in three strategically located distribution centres within the UK and a global presence in over 80 countries, Rittal offers unparalleled speed of delivery.

Our products include enclosures and cabinets for the industrial, electronics and IT sectors that are manufactured in steel, stainless steel, aluminum, GRP and plastic that can be used for both indoor and outdoor use.

Rittal enclosure systems satisfy even the highest demands in practical use. For every application the ideal enclosure, the ultimate IT housing system or the most appropriate electronic packaging concept, we are sure that Rittal will be able to meet your enclosure, housing and packaging requirements.

We have a range of accessories that include; thermal management systems (heaters, fans, heat exchangers and chiilers) and power distribution components.

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13/02/2023 - Make wire processing ten times faster with Rittal’s Wire Terminal WT C: The versatile solution for wire processing
Rittal’s Wire Terminal WT C5 and C10 machines offer fully automatic wiring processes that go one step further. The innovative design of the WT machines allows for wire processing that is ten times faster than if done manually.
28/06/2022 - Cool successor with sustainable DNA
Rittal is expanding its smart cooling unit solutions by adding the new Blue e+ S range. Our latest generation of cooling units with their lower output categories of 300, 500, and 1,000 W have been designed for efficiency, ensuring a smaller footprint and lower costs – just like their “bigger brothers.” So it’s a win-win both for users and for our future.
02/03/2022 - Experience Rittal live!
There are only weeks to go until the 2022 Drives & Controls exhibition which is held at the NEC Birmingham from the 5th-7th April.
20/01/2022 - Rittal celebrates the one millionth VX25
2021 was a triple milestone for Rittal, the company celebrated the 60th anniversary of its founding, the 75th birthday of owner Prof. Friedhelm Loh and now also the one millionth VX25 been produced!
14/12/2021 - Rittal’s DCiB provides sustainability and data solution for Oxford University’s GLAM Division
Oxford University's Gardens, Libraries and Museums division (GLAM) forms one of the greatest concentrations of university collections in the world. GLAM holds over 21 million objects, specimens and printed items, constituting one of the largest and most significant collections in the world.
01/12/2021 - Designing a Switchboard for a Fishing Trawler
When NU-Design Limited, a marine electrical services business based in Peterhead, Aber-deenshire, Scotland needed help in the designing of a very specific control centre specifica-tion, the company’s engineers contacted Rittal UK to design a marine switchboard for a distribution and motor control centre (MCC) to be installed in a new Scottish trawler, the Endeavour V.
23/11/2021 - Off to a flying start
Can enclosures be machined and fitted out even faster? How the AX compact enclosure from Rittal speeds things up.
08/09/2021 - Autumn is here! --- Time to reflect
Finally! The temperature seems to be reducing to a more bearable level, the nights are slowly drawing in and... do I see a hint of colour change in the trees?
30/06/2021 - The ABC of Milling
Milling, drilling, thread tapping – there are very few switchgear manufacturers who love metalworking.
26/05/2021 - Summers Coming – Look before it’s too late!.
Even before summertime hits, we have already seen some good BBQ weather, with the mercury rising and letting us enjoy the great outdoors.
04/05/2021 - Four excuses not to take your enclosure cooling maintenance seriously.
There is an adage that time is money, this is particularly true when it comes to production downtime. Hold ups in production could result in lost money- a lot of lost money!
13/04/2021 - Rittal celebrates 60th anniversary: We love the future!
From steel manufacturer to an international digital company - in 60 years
06/04/2021 - New free-standing system enclosure from Rittal Stand-alone enclosures offer greater simplicity
Baying enclosures are frequently employed for free-standing use cases – but are not always the best approach. The advantages of stand-alone products such as the Rittal VX SE have often been overlooked.
02/12/2020 - Rittal Manufacturing Systems Reduce Time & Costs for Control Panel Manufacturing
Electrical control manufacturers are currently being placed under considerable pressure.
13/11/2020 - How to Deliver Optimum IT Cooling in the Food & Beverage Sector
The food and beverage industry gives us some of life’s most defining and uplifting moments – from exotic feasts to simple every-day pleasures (who can walk past a bakery and the smell of fresh bread and pastries, and not feel their mouth watering? Not me!)
12/11/2020 - Rittal Installs New Production Line Chillers for Irish Manufacturing Business
A broken production line is a hugely expensive issue for any manufacturing business, both in terms of lost productivity and the cost of repairs.
12/11/2020 - Rittal's New Generation Cooling Technology Delivers Energy Savings for Bakery Ovens
The UK Food and Beverage sector is one of many industries that is having to rapidly adjust to consumer needs and behaviours.
19/10/2020 - Smart Enclosures That Combine Great Performance & Attractive Design
Machine enclosures are never one-size-fits-all solutions; they are as distinctive as the equipment they protect. In fact, they are often custom-designed and made-to-measure - a time-intensive and expensive option.
17/09/2020 - Rittal’s Infrastructure Protects Compact IT Data Centre within Industrial Unit
The Challenge
16/09/2020 - Rittal Publishes Guide to Intelligent PDUs
The recent, rapid increase in global digitization has led to a steep rise in the numbers of companies installing new, more powerful IT systems to support their operations.
16/09/2020 - Rittal's AX Plastic Enclosures: Now Approved for Outdoor Use
Rittal has extended its AX compact enclosure portfolio with a new AX plastic enclosure range.
19/07/2020 - Rittal’s Infrastructure Protects Compact IT Data Centre within Industrial Unit
The Challenge
19/07/2020 - What Does the Future hold for Food & Beverage Manufacturing?
Food and beverage manufacturers of all sizes are facing huge operational challenges right now.
03/07/2020 - Rittal Publishes Guide to HD Enclosures for Food and Beverage Industry
Enclosures for switchgear and electrical equipment are vital across the manufacturing and engineering sectors including food and beverage production companies.
02/07/2020 - Rittal Unveils New AX and KX Enclosure Ranges
Millions of customers worldwide rely on Rittal compact and small enclosures.
11/06/2020 - Wiring Processing – Overnight
Automation is a hot topic currently in panel building and switchgear manufacturing.
14/05/2020 - Rittal’s Therm Software Makes Short Work of Specifying Climate Control Equipment
Upgrading or replacing existing electrical equipment enclosures can be an expensive business given that new enclosures can easily cost several thousand pounds.
04/05/2020 - A New Era in Small Enclosure Configuration
The Rittal Configuration System (RiCS) is an exciting new user-friendly design tool, for error-free accessory configurations of small and compact enclosures.
04/05/2020 - Rittal’s AX KX Compact and Small Enclosures
Millions of small or compact enclosures from Rittal protect sensitive control electronics systems across the globe.
27/04/2020 - Rittal’s New Wire Station 540
The Rittal Wire Station 540 mobile wiring table is a fully ergonomic, modular and flexible working platform.
11/03/2020 - Rittal Giving Expert Advice on Temperature Management in the Food Industry, at Drives & Controls 2020
Food processing is a sector that demands very high standards of efficiency to meet daily production throughput targets.
06/03/2020 - Power on Show – VX25 Ri4Power System Previewed at Drives & Controls 2020
Rittal is previewing its new Ri4Power, aimed at panel builders and switchgear manufacturers, at this year’s Drives & Controls (NEC, Birmingham NEC, 21– 23 April 2020).
05/03/2020 - Keep Your Cool & Avoid Expensive Business Disruption at DCW 2020
The phrase “up-time” is an oft-repeated phrase for IT professionals, reflecting the fact that a key measure of their success is service availability.
03/03/2020 - Rittal’s Edge Solutions at DCW 2020
Rittal’s market-leading Edge Data Centre will once again be to the fore at Data Centre World 2020 (Stand D510), providing users with an insight into its standardised, pre-configured IT infrastructure.
26/02/2020 - Find out about Rittal’s Data Centre Solutions at DCW 2020
Rittal will be showcasing its market-leading portfolio of TS IT racks, edge computing resources, modular systems, cooling units, internal power distribution systems, and lighting solutions at Data Centre World 2020.
25/02/2020 - Rittal Unveils New AX and KX Enclosure Ranges
Millions of customers worldwide currently rely on Rittal’s market-leading AE compact and small enclosures.
25/02/2020 - Secure IT Infrastructure for Industry 4.0 at Data Centre World 2020
The journey towards digital transformation is a somewhat daunting one for many manufacturing companies.
17/02/2020 - PDUs Can Reduce Energy Consumption in Data Centres
By Mark Guest, Rittal’s Product Manager for IT Power Distribution
07/02/2020 - Brilliant Data Centre Lighting from Rittal
Rittal will be showcasing its portfolio of data centre lighting solutions on Stand D610 at Data Centre World 2020.
05/02/2020 - Rittal’s Modular Infrastructure at Data Centre World 2020
For any business the need to increase IT flexibility, boost corporate agility and lower operational costs are all critical factors to future success.
27/01/2020 - 2020’s Best-Ever Resolution - Be Ready for Next Summer!
Failing Dry January? 2020 Resolutions already broken? This time of year can be depressing – so much so, they even call January 20th “Blue Monday”!
23/01/2020 - IT Rack Impresses with its Simple Effectiveness
If I was to highlight what I believe to be the key attributes of an ideal IT rack, then (in no particular order) I would suggest it would need to be: easy to order; meet current standards provide a safe environment for servers and other equipment; be modifiable at no great cost; and have an optimum price/performance ratio.
18/10/2019 - Rittal’s RiMatrix Containerised Data Centre Delivers Turn-Key Solution for Envision AESC UK
Envision AESC UK required a new data centre to support its newly acquired office and production site at their newly acquired Sunderland site.
14/10/2019 - Are Rittal Cooling Units & Chillers Affected by the F-Gas Regulation?
Are Rittal Cooling Units & Chillers Affected by the F-Gas Regulation?
08/10/2019 - Rittal Supplies Bespoke Panels for Critical Controls
The East Midlands Instrumentation Company Ltd (EMI), an electrical, instrumentation and control installation contractor for the power generation, power transmission, rail and industrial markets based in Gainsborough, had a complex specification from a client.
23/09/2019 - Protecting the Industrial Environment by Applying Ergonomic Design
A report from the Health and Safety Executive in 2018[i] estimated that 6.6 million working days were lost in the UK in 2017/18 due to work related musculoskeletal disorders.
19/09/2019 - Rittal Launches New Blue e Chillers in 11 to 25 kW output class
Rittal has significantly improved its range of cooling technology for machines and enclosures with its new Blue e chillers in 11 to 25 kW output class.
13/08/2019 - Rittal Systems Ideally Suited to Switchgear Marine Applications
Rittal’s systems, from housing and enclosure systems, to climate control solutions and to power distribution systems and IT infrastructure solutions, are used by maritime operators across the globe.
08/08/2019 - Reducing the Energy Output of Machine Tools
No business should ever underestimate the large amount of energy consumed by machine tools.
26/07/2019 - Rittal Ltd Celebrates its 40th Anniversary in Rotherham
2019 marks the 40th anniversary of Rittal Ltd in the UK.
11/07/2019 - Time is Money
Regardless of your industry and the product you manufacture, production downtime is a crucial performance indicator to monitor because of the direct impact it can have on your bottom line.
28/06/2019 - All-round hygienic solutions for the meat industry
At the IFFA, the leading exhibition for the meat industry held in Frankfurt, Rittal presented complete system solutions for enclosures, power distribution and climate control technology, appropriate for both hygienic and non-hygienic zones of production.
27/06/2019 - Prepare yourself…. Summer is coming!
Winter may have been the focus of the hugely popular TV drama Game of Thrones but in the real world the mercury is rising and we will soon be firmly into summer.
18/06/2019 - Digitally supported switchgear engineering
What do American footballers, and the workings of their teams, have in common with system technology from Rittal and Eplan?
30/05/2019 - Rittal Unveils New AX and KX Enclosure Ranges
Rittal showcased its new AX compact and KX small enclosures at the Hanover Trade Fair 2019 (Hannover Messe).
28/05/2019 - Less copper, more power, less cost
Rittal has unveiled the new Ri4Power; a streamlined copper busbar that has been designed around the new VX25 enclosure.
23/05/2019 - Empowered edge computing for intelligent industrial IT infrastructure
Edge and cloud computing are converging to create intelligent infrastructure.
09/05/2019 - In Times Of Uncertainty, Make the Most of your Assets
It’s safe to say that there is a great deal of uncertainty at the moment; something which is being felt not just in the UK but in many countries across the world.
03/05/2019 - Industry 4.0 manufacturing
The new 250 million-euro Rittal plant in Haiger embraces the principles of Industry 4.0.
11/04/2019 - Cloud-based Cooling
Cooling units are playing an increasingly important role in Industry 4.0. Seamless communication between cooling units and associated cloud-based systems is opening up opportunities for new applications.
10/04/2019 - The Enclosure Testers
Rittal’s innovative VX25 enclosure was recently put through its paces by technicians from the Schaper Group.
04/03/2019 - New Rittal RiLine Compact 125 Amp Adaptor
Rittal has launched a new 45 mm RiLine Compact adaptor, which is rated at 125 amps.
14/02/2019 - Enhanced for extreme applications
The new Rittal VX25 large enclosure system delivers significantly enhanced value to electrical engineering companies thanks to its technical features, ease of assembly and high levels of safety.
06/02/2019 - Greater Security in Manufacturing IT
Rittal’s teams work closely with leading industrial companies to create IT infrastructures for use with Industry 4.0 technology, including edge computing platforms. We’ve put together the following tips to help companies implement fast-deploying and secure IT for production environments.
29/01/2019 - Outstanding Cooling From Above
Rittal has developed a roof-mounted version of its award-winning and highly energy efficient Blue e+ cooling units; these are designed for enclosures of 800 x 600mm (W x D) upwards and deliver a cooling output of 1.3 kW.
07/01/2019 - Rittal’s Ri4Power Modular Busbar System Ideally Suited to Industrial Switchgear Application
Rittal was approached to provide power distribution and motor control centre system for a replacement drives panel at a steel mill based in the North of England.
04/01/2019 - Rittal’s New Laser Machining Centre to Revolutionise Control Panel Production at Engineering Firm
In a “UK first”, Hawarden-based electrical engineering firm, LCA Group, has switched its control panel operations from manual production to end-to-end automation, including laser-machining (www.youtube.com/watch?v=7d27sUtLL0U). The move is expected to transform its productivity and efficiency.
17/12/2018 - New Year’s Resolution - Make Improvements Now to be Ready For Next Summer!
The temperatures may be feeling quite mild, but even if the thermometer hasn’t yet regularly dropped below zero, you’re probably no longer hearing the alarms on your cooling units.
23/11/2018 - Dancing Robots are a reality at Rittal’s Manufacturing Plant in Germany
High-tech production plants that “think for themselves”, that plan things automatically and that optimise maintenance work through artificial intelligence, might sound like a futuristic sci-fi film, but it is fast becoming a reality at Rittal’s manufacturing plant in Rittershausen, Germany.
29/10/2018 - Cooling for all Edge Scenarios – From Single Racks to Entire Data Centres
18/10/2018 - Rittal Offers Panel Opportunity to Test Drive the Perforex Solution
Rittal is offering UK customers the chance to ‘test drive’ its Perforex machining and automation systems before they buy.
21/09/2018 - New Rittal Electronic Motor Controller for RiLine Compact Busbar
A new electronic motor controller is now available for Rittal's RiLine Compact busbar system.
15/08/2018 - VX25 Enclosure Transition Made Easy
Rittal is supporting control and switchgear engineering as it transitions to Industry 4.0 and adopts its new VX25 large enclosure system.
24/07/2018 - A Base for Every Season
Rittal’s new base/plinth system for enclosures and IT racks means it can now offer customers and end-users an unprecedented number of functions and options.
23/07/2018 - Rittal Publishes UL Regulations Advice
Rittal embraces the need for a high degree of responsibility for the safety of users and the electrical equipment its enclosures are designed to protect.
20/06/2018 - Essential tips for Temperature Management in the Food Industry
Food processing is a sector that demands very high standards of efficiency to meet daily production throughput targets.
08/06/2018 - Global production as per Industry 4.0
A state-of-the-art centre for manufacturing large enclosures is currently under construction at Rittal’s Rittershausen plant, based on Industry 4.0 principles.
08/06/2018 - Innovation Through Consultation: how the Rittal VX25 Enclosure System was Conceived
When you believe your enclosure is already the best, how can it be made better? The answer: by listening, watching and learning from customers.
04/06/2018 - Rittal VX25 Virtual Trade Fair - June 7, 2018
Rittal is organising a virtual trade fair centred on its new VX25 large enclosure system allowing visitors to experience the huge number of options the new Rittal large enclosure system will provide.
10/05/2018 - Rittal’s Hygienic Solution for Large Control Systems
Rittal’s Hygienic Design System enclosures combine the features of their Hygienic Design Compact enclosures with a modular, bayable configuration.
04/05/2018 - Data and workflows for Industry 4.0
The new Rittal VX25 large enclosure system supports the control and switchgear engineering industry on the path toward Industry 4.0.
03/05/2018 - Assembly benefits combined with savings in time
Time is precious, particularly in control and switchgear engineering where there is always a requirement for some element of manual labour.
27/04/2018 - Systematically Innovative Enclosures
After five years' development work, Rittal has unveiled its new VX25 large enclosure system at the 2018 Hanover Trade Fair.
26/04/2018 - Rittal to Launch Innovative New Enclosure Designed for Rail Industry at Infrarail 2018
Rittal’s innovative new generation Location Case enclosure will be the main attraction on its Stand D11 at Infrarail 2018.
25/04/2018 - Simpler, Thanks to Reduced Complexity
Less is more; that is the philosophy behind Rittal’s new VX25 large enclosure system.
12/04/2018 - Rittal Hits the Road with Routeco Live 2018
Rittal will again be joining Routeco Live in 2018, to showcase its renowned infrastructure solutions – widely specified as the No.1 choice for protecting critical equipment – and demonstrate how its products and services can address specific problems faced by different industries.
05/04/2018 - “Rittal – The System” on show at Drives and Controls 2018
Visitors to Rittal’s Stand D720 at Drives and Controls 2018 will be able to see Rittal’s renowned infrastructure solution - widely specified as the No.1 choice for protecting critical equipment - plus some exciting new product innovations.
19/03/2018 - Fast, Simple, Effective: Rittal Edge Data Center for innovative IoT solutions
Companies that employ machine-to-machine communication to streamline manufacturing require real-time capabilities.
12/03/2018 - The Easy Way to Machine Rails and Cable Ducts
Manufacturing switchgear can be very labour intensive.
02/03/2018 - Rittal Cooling Units Now With New Output Class
Rittal’s Blue e+ cooling units are acknowledged as the most efficient of their kind on the market.
20/02/2018 - Rittal Improves Cooling Communications in the Cloud
Industry 4.0 scenarios, such as predictive maintenance, are based on the provision of data, as well as integrated, networked communication.
05/02/2018 - New Rittal Hygienic Design brochure
Rittal’s latest Hygienic Design (HD) brochure ‘Extra Cleanliness Guaranteed’ has just been published (www.rittal.com/uk-en/content/en/support/brochures_1/brochures_1.jsp).
02/02/2018 - Rittal Hygienic Design Fire Extinguisher Enclosure
Rittal has been developing its Hygienic Design range over many years.
16/01/2018 - Slimline motor controllers create space in enclosures
Small drives for machines and equipment are typically powered up to 9.0 A and are protected by conventional motor circuit breakers.
14/11/2017 - Rittal’s New Laser Machining Centre to Revolutionise Control Panel Production at Engineering Firm
In a “UK first”, Runcorn and Ewloe-based electrical engineering firm, LCA Controls, has switched its control panel operations from manual production to laser-machining.
03/10/2017 - Rittal Cloud Computing CPD Seminars
Rittal Ltd has just launched a new Cloud Computing accredited seminar as part of its highly-respected Continuing Professional Development (CPD) series.
19/09/2017 - Rittal’s Solutions for Centralised or De-centralised Automation
We live in a world of rapid change, driven by the growth of ‘smart technology’.
05/09/2017 - Rittal Air Circuit-Breaker Supporting System
Rittal, the leading global provider of industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure, has developed a new busbar supporting system for air circuit-breakers.
11/08/2017 - Contacts in No Time
Wires and cables routinely have to be connected to copper busbars when manufacturing control gear and switchgear systems.
07/08/2017 - Climate control in the food industry
Climate control of enclosures using water cooling is highly efficient, especially if there is already a central cold water supply available in the production plant.
01/08/2017 - Calculating the Value of Automation
When it comes to processing panels, CNC machining centres, such as Perforex from Rittal Automation Systems, are light years ahead of the alternative, manual approach when it comes to productivity and efficiency.
01/08/2017 - Are your enclosures ready for Summer?
Rittal is warning users of manufacturing automation systems to check that they are prepared for the summer heat and, if necessary, arrange for an inspection of their equipment to check the level of risk.
01/08/2017 - Don’t Get Lost in the Fog
Cloud computing offers processing power and storage capabilities that few organisations can match, and for a relatively low cost.
13/06/2017 - Rittal Publishes New IT and Manufacturing Product Catalogue
Rittal’s new System Catalogue 35 showcases the company’s portfolio of products for the IT and manufacturing industries, which are designed to address the needs of design engineers, switchgear manufacturers and data centre operators.
05/06/2017 - Transmission of Data into the Cloud
Capturing, transmitting and processing data lies at the heart of what has been dubbed “the fourth industrial revolution”.
05/06/2017 - Smart & Small Power Distribution for First Time
Rittal, the leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control, is offering manufacturers of small control panels and switchgear an innovative and tested power distribution system.
05/06/2017 - How to Check if Cooling Output inside Enclosures is Sufficient
Manufacturing automation systems are delicate and very expensive pieces of kit, which perform vital functions for the businesses they serve.
05/06/2017 - Busbar Systems and IEC 61439 Standards
Busbars systems, or busbar supports are essentially heavy conductors, typically made of copper, which carry and distribute powerful electric currents to components that consume electrical power throughout an assembly.
05/06/2017 - How to Design and Size a Busbar
The introduction of the IEC 61439 switchgear and control standards has had significant implications for the design and performance of the copper busbar system.
02/06/2017 - Rittal LED light series now complete
Rittal is to launch two new versions of its LED system lights, thus completing the range.
01/06/2017 - Rittal Launches Slotted Cover Plate for Electrical Distribution Systems
Rittal, a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure, has announced the launch of a new cover plate for shielding live components within electrical distribution systems.
01/06/2017 - Say Goodbye to Tangled Cables with Rittal
When it comes to cable entry points, installation engineers often need nerves of steel.
20/02/2017 - Busbar Systems and IEC 61439 Standards
Busbars systems, or busbar supports are essentially heavy conductors, typically made of copper, which carry and distribute powerful electric currents to components that consume electrical power throughout an assembly.
06/02/2017 - Rittal Showcasing Enclosures at Railtex 2017
Rittal will be showcasing its PADS and LU approved enclosures at Railtex 2017.
03/02/2017 - Rittal Expertise on Show at Maintec 2017
Rittal will be showcasing some of its leading technology and much of its considerable expertise at Maintec 2017 (21-23 March, at the NEC, Birmingham).
30/01/2017 - How to Design and Size a Busbar
The introduction of the IEC 61439 switchgear and control standards has had significant implications for the design and performance of the copper busbar system.
12/01/2017 - Rittal Launches Slotted Cover Plate for Electrical Distribution Systems
Rittal, a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure, has announced the launch of a new cover plate for shielding live components within electrical distribution systems.
12/01/2017 - Rittal LED light series now complete
Rittal has launched two new versions of its LED system lights, thus completing the range.
07/11/2016 - Rittal Blue e+ Cooling Unit Wins International Award
Rittal’s Blue e+ range of cooling units have achieved another milestone by winning the 2016 Cooling Award of the RAC Magazine (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning), beating stiff competition from across the industry.
03/11/2016 - Rittal Roof-Mounted Fans
The new range of roof-mounted fans which deliver superior efficiency, flexibility, protection and ease of use have just been launched by Rittal.
03/11/2016 - Understanding The New Low Voltage Directive
A new European Directive will provide greater protection for users of electrical equipment across a wide range of consumer and professional products, including power supply units and components such as fuses.
03/11/2016 - Another Bright Idea from Rittal
Rittal is launching a new generation of lights designed specifically for enclosures.
03/11/2016 - Hygienic Climate Control
Production plants in the food and pharmaceutical markets naturally place hygiene as a top priority – a focus which also applies to the enclosure technology they use.
03/11/2016 - Comfort Zone for Hot Converters
Over the last few years, Rittal’s LCP Rack Industry system has proved highly effective in its ability to cool power electronics in switchgear.
02/11/2016 - How to easily install distribution enclosures
Rittal, a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure, has announced further improvements to its ISV distribution enclosure - part of the Ri4Power range.
02/11/2016 - Earthquake protection for switchgear systems
Designing a switchgear system which can be used in earthquake-prone zones is a tremendous challenge for many panel builders, especially as this kind of project is typically not regular business.
02/11/2016 - Rittal Blue e+ Cooling Unit Wins International Award
Rittal’s Blue e+ range of cooling units have achieved another milestone by winning the 2016 Cooling Award of the RAC Magazine (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning), beating stiff competition from across the industry.
25/07/2016 - Understanding The New Low Voltage Directive
A new European Directive will provide greater protection for users of electrical equipment across a wide range of consumer and professional products, including power supply units and components such as fuses.
20/07/2016 - Rittal Automation System Delivers Major Commercial Benefits to Peterborough-based Panel Builders
When the directors of Peterborough-based panel builders Pneumatechnique Ltd were looking at ways to improve efficiency and offer better production consistency they turned to Rittal and its automation systems for switchgear construction.
06/06/2016 - Rittal White Paper: Metrics in IT and Data Centre Technology
Data centres are the foundation on which the modern digital world has been built.
06/06/2016 - When the Cloud comes out of the Container
In a remarkable first for the IT sector, Rittal and iNNOVO Cloud GmbH have come together to create a new and innovative “turnkey cloud data centre in a container” concept.
06/06/2016 - Rittal's Heavy Current Busbar Systems Approved for use on Board Ships
The safe use of electrical equipment on board ships brings with it particular challenges.
26/04/2016 - Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Barack Obama visit Rittal Stand at Hannover Messe 2016
US President Barack Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel paid tribute to the extraordinary innovation and commitment to future talent development shown by the Rittal company during a state visit this week.
26/04/2016 - Even more room for manoeuvre!
Space is precious – especially when it comes to high packing densities in electrical engineering.
08/03/2016 - Cable entry made easy
Support arm systems for machine operation don’t just need a smart design and high load-bearing capacity; they should also offer operators easy and straightforward cable management capability.
03/03/2016 - Electrical Safety Assured with Rittal’s TS 8 Baying System
Safety and security are two high priorities for installers and users of electrical switchgear. To prevent personal injury or property damage as a result of issues such as fault currents (short circuits), a number of industry standards and regulations have to be followed.
25/02/2016 - Rittal – The System” on show at Drives and Controls 2016
Rittal will be showcasing some of its leading enclosure technologies at Drives and Controls 2016.
25/01/2016 - Interior installation — quick and with plenty of space
High packing densities in enclosures and very short project times are just two of the challenges that switchgear manufacturers have to face today.
14/01/2016 - Rittal Ri4Power Switchgear and Busbar System Installed on Ocean Liner
A Rittal Ri4Power switchgear and busbar system has been installed in Logos Hope, a 442-passenger ship.
10/12/2015 - Rittal’s Ri4Power Press Stoppers Offer In-Built Protection Against Arcing Faults
There are few things in our industry to compete with the destructive force of an arcing fault in the main or distribution busbars.
20/11/2015 - It’s Not Just an Enclosure - Rittal’s Cost-Effective Wall Box Solutions
Rittal, the leading global enclosure, climate control and power distribution specialists is promoting the benefits of its top-selling, cost-effective wall boxes, details of which can be found in the company’s technical systems catalogue.
30/10/2015 - A World of Knowledge with Rittal CPD Seminars
This November, Rittal will be running its next series of accredited seminars designed to support industry professionals in their Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
11/09/2015 - New Busbar System Rittal Ri4Power 185mm
New Busbar System Rittal Ri4Power 185mm for Safe and Quick Switchgear Protecting people who work with electrical switchgear is clearly of paramount importance.
19/08/2015 - Rittal’s enclosure solutions on show at Offshore Europe 2015
Rittal will be out in force, showcasing its top-of-the-range system at this year’s Offshore Europe 2015 event in Aberdeen.
07/07/2015 - Designing a chiller – in just four steps
Designers and technical buyers in mechanical engineering can now plan machinery and process cooling more easily than ever thanks to the new Rittal TopTherm Configurator.
19/06/2015 - New whitepaper on “Industry 4.0” now available from Rittal
Manufacturing can become faster and much more flexible with consistent, IT-assisted value chains. A newly published whitepaper from Rittal shows the key role IT plays in what is termed Industry 4.0 and explains how companies can establish the infrastructure that is required to bring the concept to fruition.
16/06/2015 - Rittal’s New Ri4Power 185mm Power Distribution Busbar System
Rittal, a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructure, has launched a new modular Ri4Power busbar system with a 185mm busbar centre distance.
10/06/2015 - Reduce down-time, equipment failure and energy use
Running manufacturing automation systems at high temperatures will have a major negative impact on the system’s performance and reduce its service life.
11/05/2015 - Demand based cooling and monitoring… from a fan-and-filter unit!
Rittal has launched a new EC Speed Control, compatible with larger models from the TopTherm EC fan-and-filter unit range (uninstalled air throughputs between 180 m³/h and 900 m³/h).
05/05/2015 - Providing the right environment for a G59 electrical installation
Rittal’s range of products can provide the precise environment requirements for a G59 installation.
05/05/2015 - Energy-efficient enclosure cooling in cool but dusty environments
Air/air heat exchangers are highly effective at lowering the temperature inside enclosures in cool environments. They are cost-effective and energy efficient while also being well suited to dirty or dusty settings - unlike traditional fan-and-filter units.
23/04/2015 - Providing the right environment for a G59 electrical installation
Rittal’s range of products can provide the precise environment requirements for a G59 installation.
14/04/2015 - Energy-efficient enclosure cooling in cool but dusty environments
Air/air heat exchangers are highly effective at lowering the temperature inside enclosures in cool environments. They are cost-effective and energy efficient while also being well suited to dirty or dusty settings-unlike traditional fan-and-filter units.
10/04/2015 - Rittal's TS 8 Enclosure System
In 1999, accompanied by the slogan “infinite possibilities”, Rittal launched its TS 8 enclosure system. Today, with over ten million enclosures manufactured so far, the TS 8 bayed enclosure has become established as the standard for many industries worldwide.
20/02/2015 - Rittal Therm 6.3 – updated thermal calculation software
To simplify the often time-consuming and complicated calculation of enclosure cooling and heating require-ments use Rittal’s Therm 6.3 software
12/02/2015 - Rittal’s RiLine busbar system for AC and DC applications
Efficient drive systems, idle power loss reductions and the renewable energy sector all require safe, reliable DC solutions and while they cannot replace AC applications across the board, they are definitely growing in importance.
12/02/2015 - Rittal EC fan-and-filter units with speed control
Rittal fan-and-filter units with EC (electronically commutated) motors should be the preferred choice for energy efficiency in enclosure climate control, as their operating ratio is significantly higher than standard AC fan-and-filter units.
12/02/2015 - Rittal offer more TS IT rack options
Rittal has expanded its modular TS IT rack to offer more than 100 configurations, providing customers with more options and greater flexibility for their IT enclosures. The enclosure portfolio comprises a wide range of dimensions that can be combined with a choice of interior components.
07/01/2015 - Exposure to high temperatures
Now may be the time to investigate available solutions to the problem of overheating panels. Rittal have a large range of cooling products that will address the problem.
27/11/2014 - Building your Data Centre on a firm foundation
An efficient IT infrastructure is now at the core of every modern business but underneath the tiers of applications and operating systems, a robust and reliable platform is essential.
18/11/2014 - Rittal offer advice on HCFC ban
From 1st January 2015 it will be illegal to use any recycled or reclaimed ozone-depleting hydrochloro-fluorocarbon (HCFC) R22 refrigerant gas to service cooling units.
10/11/2014 - Rittal’s RiMatrix S Data Centre roadshow venues
Packed into a shipping container on the back of an articulated lorry, Rittal’s RiMatrix S will again be at DatacenterDynamics Converged London 2014.
03/11/2014 - Ergonomics in enclosure assembly
Allowing panel builders to work in the most ergonomic and safest way possible, Kiesling Maschinentechnik, a member of the internationally successful Friedhelm Loh Group, supply Assemblex assembly frames that support and rationalise processes throughout every stage of machining, assembly, wiring and testing of enclosures.
29/10/2014 - Rittal’s RPE design software
Rittal’s RiLine60 shrouded busbar system has been developed to distribute power up to 1600A and with an extensive range of adaptors allows design engineers total flexibility. With fast assembly and ingenious design RiLine60 is ideally suited for power switchgear systems and automation control panels.
21/10/2014 - Rittal’s new operating housings
Rittal’s new operating housings based on AE with handle strips, unveiled at this year’s Hanover Fair, have been noted for their attractive eye-catching design, based on the support arm system system CP 60/120/180.
10/10/2014 - Safe and simple locks
Rittal's new TS 8 isolator door cover, when deployed in tandem with the actuation mechanisms, adjacent door locking and interconnecting rods, fulfils all requirements of the UL 508 A standard. (A requirement for the North American market.)
08/10/2014 - Efficient cooling from Rittal
Germany manufacturer SHW Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH, from the Swabian, manufacture moving column machine tools. Machinery from the company includes a 200-ton moving column milling machine, the PowerForce 8, which is used to mill wind turbine stators with an internal diameter of 6.5 m. At the heart of the mill is a new, variable, universal milling head of orthogonal design with a drive power of 90 kW and a torque of up to 1,725 Nm.
06/10/2014 - Automation in enclosure assembly
Kiesling Maschinentechnik, a member of the internationally successful Friedhelm Loh Group, is a specialist for automation solutions in switchgear manufacture.
30/09/2014 - Rittal’s cost-efficient SE 8 Enclosures
Efficiency is a top priority in panel building and switchgear design and savings can be made by increasing productivity.
12/09/2014 - A World of Knowledge with Rittal CPD Seminars
Rittal Ltd has launched three new accredited seminars to support customers in their Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The seminars have been reviewed and assessed by the Chartered Institute of Building Engineers (CIBSE), to ensure the technical content is of a high standard and offers valuable CPD to delegates. All attendees will receive a certificate as evidence of their participation.
19/08/2014 - Business growth through IT
'How companies can succeed in the face of global competition’ is the subject of a recent White Paper sponsored by Rittal. International market research company IDC examined the influence that data centres have on the economic success of small and medium-sized businesses.
13/08/2014 - Rittal’s one-stop solution for human-machine interfaces
Human-machine interfaces play a key role when choosing manufacturing equipment. Potential purchasers not only consider the quality of the machine and the products it manufactures, but user-friendliness and a robust, well-designed operator control system, often influence decision-making just as much.
06/08/2014 - Rittal’s new Adaptor for RiLine60 busbar system
Rittal’s RiLine60, a fully shielded flexible busbar system with a wide range of busbar adaptors, has been extended to include a new OM adaptor ideally suited for the control panel manufacturer.
01/08/2014 - Rittal make IT work for Sovereign
How to overcome the common problem of structural pillars or columns when designing a data centre space? Independent IT service and business solution specialist SDC (Part of the Sovereign Business Integration Group) encountered this challenge when developing their data centre in Hertfordshire.
28/07/2014 - Rittal Cooling Units for Quiet Environments
Rittal’s ‘Blue e’ cooling units are usually found controlling the temperature within enclosures in workshops or on shop floors in the industrial sector where noise level is largely irrelevant as they cannot be heard above other equipment in these noisy environments.
14/07/2014 - Proven protection for data centres
Rittal has updated the DET-AC III product family, comprising the DET-AC III Master fire alarm and extinguisher system, the complementary DET-AC III Slave unit and the EFD III early fire detection solution. All three are available in the form of 19’’ slide-in racks.
10/07/2014 - Rittal offer International Service and System Support
Consisting of products, engineering tools and customer support, ‘Rittal – The System’ is completed with Rittal International Service. A total of 64 subsidiaries, more than 150 service partners and over 1,000 service technicians guarantee a local service and fast response times.
30/06/2014 - Rittal provide state of art technology for flooded airflow cooling solution
Rittal have recently provided high quality TS IT server racks, with a customised chimney venting solution, for data centre provider Datum who required cost effective cooling technology when developing their flagship Farnborough facility.
12/06/2014 - Rittal’s efficient cooling solutions
Utilising the latest in energy efficient cooling technonology from Rittal has dramatically lowered PUE at Node4’s latest datacentre at Northampton.
30/05/2014 - Rittal’s latest RPE design software
Rittal have launched a major upgrade to their RPE design software, complemented by the IEC 61439 guide book, which covers aspects of the standard that effect all control panels.
16/05/2014 - Demand based automatic fan speed control from Rittal
A new fan speed control sensor for Rittal’s TopTherm fan-and-filter units is now available. This handy and compact device, which is compatible with the larger models in the range of electronically commutated (EC) TopTherm fan-and-filter units, automatically adjusts the fan speed in response to changes in temperature inside the enclosure.
15/05/2014 - Rittal and the IEC 61439 Standard
Design engineers should be aware that the the IEC 61439 switchgear and controlgear systems standard will take effect from November 2014. This standard also applies to wall mounted control panels as well as floor standing power distribution assemblies.
03/04/2014 - Rittal’s Support Arm System now with automatic potential equalisation
Rittal is the first manufacturer to ensure automatic potential equalisation as a standard with its new CP 60/120/180 support arm system, without any extra work and additional costs to users.
25/03/2014 - Rittal Housings for TFT monitors
Rittal’s stylish housings, with a protection category of IP 65 shielding devices from exposure to dust and water jets, are designed to accommodate TFT screens up to 24” (measured along the diagonal) in the popular 16:9 and 16:10 widescreen formats.
06/03/2014 - PUE efficiency package for Rittal RiMatrix S
Rittal now offer customers an optional efficiency package to determine and display the energy consumption in a RiMatrix S standardized data centre via the power usage effectiveness (PUE) value.
06/03/2014 - Rittal SE 8 free-standing enclosure for extreme conditions
Rittal’s SE 8 enclosure range is now fit for extreme conditions with a new NEMA 4/4x protection category. The SE 8 enclosure type has UL, cUL and NEMA 12 (IP55 equivalent) approvals as standard features, with protection class NEMA 12 as the default, sufficient for the majority of applications.
20/02/2014 - Rittal’s RiDiag II Software
Rittal’s TopTherm Blue e cooling units provide an energy efficient means of cooling enclosures. Incorporating the integrated eComfort controller and offering energy savings of up to 45%, the units are compatible with Rittal’s RiDiag II software.
10/02/2014 - Rittal TopTherm EC fan-and-filter units
Rittal offers a more energy efficient means of ventilating enclosures by supplying electronically commutated (EC) versions of the successful TopTherm fan-and-filter unit, in all but the very smallest size.
07/02/2014 - Rittal’s new Service Website
In recognition of the growing importance of “Service in the field” Rittal has enhanced its’ service capability with the launch of a new dedicated website.
21/01/2014 - Rittal’s receives first international order for RiMatrix S
Rittal, a provider of end-to-end IT infrastructure solutions, has received its first international order for Rittal’s RiMatrix S standardised data centre.
16/01/2014 - Partial doors for Rittal TS and Ri4Power Systems
Suitable for 400, 600 and 800 mm wide TS enclosures Rittal’s new modular partial door can be used instead of a door or rear panel.
10/01/2014 - Wiring system for Rittal’s Ri4Power with internal compartmentalisation
Rittal’s wiring system for Ri4Power facilitates vertical and horizontal cable routing in conjunction with internal Form 2-4 separation.
10/01/2014 - New Rittal Catalogue 34
Rittal’s new Catalogue 34 provides the essential product guide for industrial and IT solutions.
20/12/2013 - Save Energy by Cooling with Water
Rittal air/water heat exchangers are capable of cooling the air in an enclosure to a temperature lower than that of the ambient air.
05/12/2013 - Flexible, lightweight, precise climate control from Rittal
Rittal’s thermostatic electric cooler offers flexible and lightweight cooling for a heating solution that offers precise climate control.
21/11/2013 - Wall mounted distribution enclosures
Rittal’s ISV wall mounted distribution enclosures based around Rittal‘s robust AE enclosure, offer the flexibility to assemble enclosures that will accept DIN rail mounted devices, such as miniature circuit breakers, relays, contactors and meters.
07/10/2013 - Keeping IT out of harm’s way
Rittal’s new Micro Data Centre Level E provides IT infrastructure with reliable and flexible protection.
23/09/2013 - Rittal Stainless Steel Cooling Units
Rittal now have standard pricing for the stainless steel variants of their cooling units, including those from the TopTherm Generation Blue e range.
03/09/2013 - Panels too Hot? – Rittal can help
Rising ambient temperatures can lead to overheating electrical panels.
16/08/2013 - Ri4Power Form 4 distribution systems
Rittal Ri4Power Form 4 distribution systems achieve internal compartmentalisation by utilising metal shielding that segregates the busbar systems, functional units and terminals.
30/07/2013 - Are you prepared for IEC61439?
Rittal offer a total solution that meets the new standards that will impact all control and power distribution panels from November 2014.
19/07/2013 - Rittal at the Vatican Apostolic Library
The Vatican Apostolic Library is making a valuable contribution to cultural history by completely digitising around 180,000 manuscripts
02/07/2013 - Have confidence in your cooling
Rittal’s complete range of cooling units have now been independently certified.
25/06/2013 - Rittal busbar cover sections
Safety is a major priority for the electrical engineer when looking at the design or maintenance of a power panels.
10/06/2013 - Quick, simple and accurate calculation of climate control requirements
Available now, Rittal’s latest RiTherm 6.2 software is an updated version that allows climate control requirements to be quickly and easily calculated.
24/05/2013 - RITTAL and HEITEC AG Reinforce UK Partnership in Electronic Housing Systems
Rittal Limited and HEITEC AG announce a strengthening of their already close partnership for the UK market.
17/05/2013 - Rittal’s new stretch wrap packaging
Rittal’s TS 8 screw fastened side panels are now packaged in Rittal’s new stretch wrap system, which consists of all-round polystyrene edge protectors and stretch film.
12/04/2013 - Enclosures for the water industry
Rittal's CS New Basic enclosures, made of aluminium, offer clear advantages over conventional plastic or glass-fibre-reinforced enclosures.
10/04/2013 - Reduce costs with Rittal Cuponal Copper Busbars
Rittal’s Cuponal busbar is a copper-coated aluminium busbar available in lengths of 2400m which can offer customers several advantages over traditional busbar systems.
27/03/2013 - Rittal Flex-Block base/plinth system for faster assembly and Logistics
Until now, the assembly of sheet steel enclosure base/plinths was a fairly time-consuming process.
11/03/2013 - Rittal RiTherm App now available for both iPhone and Android smartphones
Enclosure climate control calculations can now be carried out, on the move, using the Rittal RiTherm smartphone app.
11/03/2013 - Rittal TopTherm EC fan and filter units
Rittal’s range of TopTherm fan and filter units has been extended with electronically commutated (EC) variants now available in all but the smallest unit.
21/02/2013 - Rittal’s new generation of bus-mounting fuse bases
Rittal’s new easy connect bus-mounting fuse bases are supplied as complete units, which includes a cover plate, contact hazard protection and exterior connection clamps.
21/02/2013 - Rittal’s CS basic range of aluminium enclosures available from stock
To overcome the problems associated with the need to design, source and build outdoor enclosures to order, Rittal‘s popular CS basic range of aluminium enclosures is available from stock in a range of standard sizes with either single or double doors.
18/02/2013 - Rittal Air/Water Heat Exchanger
For optimum efficiency Rittal’s range of wall-mounted air/water heat exchangers will now be supplied with the following features.
06/02/2013 - Rittal introduce new TS 8 updates
Based on customer requirements new cost saving innovations and improvements have been implemented into the manufacture of Rittal’s TS 8 enclosures.
29/01/2013 - Rittal’s cost effective wall box solution
Rittal’s Technical System Catalogue lists all the benefits of its top selling, cost effective, AE wall box range such as corrosion resistance, a range of accessories for easy assembly as well as security and environmental issues.
09/01/2013 - Rittal’s Industrial Liquid Cooling Package
Rittal announce their brand new Industrial Liquid Cooling Package (LCP) is now available.
07/01/2013 - Rittal’s RiLine60 Component Adaptors
Riline60, with its shielded busbar system, is now well established within the automation and switchgear market.
07/01/2013 - Rittal’s new version of RiCAD 3D now available free to download
Rittal’s RiCAD-3D software version 3.2 supports the creation of models to provide a complete 3D picture of Rittal products with the visualisation, layout and spacing of single components.
19/12/2012 - EPLAN Launches Version 2.2
EPLAN announce the latest version of its software 2.2. With numerous functional extensions and innovative additional modules, EPLAN v2.2 opens up new perspectives in engineering.
17/12/2012 - Condensation can spoil a winter per-formance
One of the problems encountered with outdoor enclo-sures is the onset of cold weather and consequently the possibility of condensation within the structure.
10/12/2012 - Design software for fully shrouded busbar systems
Rittal’s RiLine60 shrouded busbar system has been developed to distribute power up to 1600A and with an extensive range of adaptors allows design engineers total flexibility.
04/12/2012 - EPLAN staff registered on MAS (Manufacturing Advisory Service)
The team at EPLAN UK are now registered on MAS (the Manufacturing Advisory Service).
03/12/2012 - Important changes to the Rittal cooling unit range
Rittal’s new TopTherm Generation Blue e cooling units provide an energy efficient means of cooling enclosures and offer benefits that include a wide range of nominal cooling outputs, from 500 to 4000 Watts; energy savings of up to 45% – in ideal conditions up to 70% and intelligent Eco-Mode control for on demand energy usage.
29/11/2012 - Rittal CS Basic now in stock in the UK
Rittal’s range of CS basic aluminium enclosures are designed specifically to house sophisticated communications and electronics equipment in outdoor environments.
15/11/2012 - The new Flex-Block base/plinth system from Rittal
Rittal’s new Flex-Block base/plinth system is now available from stock to suit Rittal floor standing enclosures ,TS 8, SE 8 and CM along with floor standing human interface products TP and PC.
06/11/2012 - Rittal Thermoelectric cooling units
Rittal’s thermoelectric cooler is a compact cooling solution that utilises Peltier technology to transfer heat away from temperature sensitive equipment.
05/11/2012 - Rittal Ri4Power improves protection against accidental arcing within electrical switchgear systems
A key objective for Rittal when developing Ri4Power modular system was the protection against accidental arcing.Internal arcing could lead to production downtime but more importantly is a danger to personnel.
31/10/2012 - Rittal Blue e cooling units – how they can benefit you
Rittal’s Blue e cooling units have the same nominal cooling output, physical size and cut-out dimensions as the equivalent Rittal Basic cooling unit and can realize energy savings of up to 45%.
09/10/2012 - TS It Rack - From Rittal
Rittal are launching their new TS IT rack at an event to be held on the 25th October at London’s famous Altitude 360
08/10/2012 - Rittal introduce changes to Gland Plates for the CS New Basic Enclosure
Split gland plates for the base of Rittal’s CS New Basic enclosures now have the same dimensions as the gland plates for Rittal’s TS 8.
20/09/2012 - The all “New” Flex-Block base/plinth system from Rittal
New from Rittal the all new Flex-Block base/plinth for Rittal TS 8 and SE 8 floor standing enclosures offer many new benefits for customers.
20/09/2012 - Rittal Identify the need for climate control
Rittal’s new self-adhesive thermal labels allow the internal maximum temperature of an enclosure to be quickly and accurately ascertained at a simple glance.
06/09/2012 - Rittal Ri4Power Hits New Standards
Following comprehensive testing Rittal are pleased to announce that their modular Ri4Power system now complies with the latest IEC 61439-2 standards.
05/09/2012 - Rittal Air-to-air heat exchangers
Air-to-air heat exchangers provide a simple, stand-alone, low maintenance and energy efficient means of cooling electrical enclosures.
05/09/2012 - Internal Framework for flexibility outdoors
Rittal has a range of outdoor enclosures designed around a central stainless steel frame clad with inner and outer panels, manufactured from aluminium, for optimum stability.
21/08/2012 - EPLAN announce the release of “EPLAN Engineering Center One”
EPLAN Engineering Center One (EEC One) is a tool that offers EPLAN users the opportunity to greatly improve efficiency in the engineering design process, reducing the cost of project generation, the numbers of errors and the resultant fixes required on the shop floor. EEC One can be utilised across the entire EPLAN Platform whether used for electrical, fluid or process engineering.
13/08/2012 - The System Approach to the perfect enclosure solution
Rittal’s system concept provides an intelligent modular infrastructure from a single source. Enclosure technology, power distribution, system climate control and electronics, together with engineering tools that have been purposely designed for efficient planning processes, are pivotal to this concept.
13/08/2012 - Rittal‘s latest RiLine60 busbar system
Rittal’s RiLine60 is the answer for panel builders and OEM’s looking to reduce costs. Adaptable for all leading manufacturers of distribution and control gear, timesaving assembly, versatile applications and individual modularity are all features.
31/07/2012 - Hectic exhibition season winds down
EPLAN UK’s season began at the Drives and Controls Exhibition, held at the Birmingham NEC, where the team gathered a record number of contacts and new interest in their software solutions.
16/07/2012 - Rittal chillers for the industrial market
Renowned more for their enclosure cooling equipment in the field of climate control, Rittal also supply chillers to the industrial market.
10/07/2012 - Rittal and Siemens present an inte-grated power distribution solution
At CeBIT, Rittal and Siemens announced a power distribution solution that uses Siemens busbar distributor systems in Rittal's live data centres.
03/07/2012 - Rittal appoints System Integrators
Rittal is continuing to expand its business in the supply of metalwork and busbar systems for the MCC and switchgear markets.
15/06/2012 - The New One: Rittal’s SE 8
Tried and tested a million times over, the Rittal TS 8 section is now the standard system enclosure solution platform, for both the reliable and bayable Rittal TS 8 and Rittal SE 8 enclosure systems.
12/06/2012 - Rittal enclosure heaters keep your equipment warm and dry
Rittal enclosure heaters provide a high level of energy efficiency due to the incorporation of self-regulating positive temperature coefficient (PTC) technology.
16/05/2012 - Rittal’s Hygienic Design (HD) Enclosures
Where there is an emphasis on stringent hygiene requirements and ease of cleaning, Rittal’s Hygienic Design (HD) enclosures, with a protection category of IP69K, provide a key element in the design of open processes in the food industry and clean rooms.
09/05/2012 - Rittal CS Outdoor Enclosures for immediate use
To overcome the problems associated with the need to design, source and build outdoor enclosures to order, Rittal has a range of CS basic aluminium enclosures available from stock and ready for immediate use.
23/04/2012 - Rittal’s new SE 8 is now available ex- stock
Rittal’s new SE 8 is a one piece monobloc, single construction floor standing enclosure, with an integrated TS 8 frame.
16/04/2012 - Rittal CS Toptec for all outdoor enclosure applications.
Rittal’s CS Toptec range of outdoor enclosures, centred around a stainless steel TS 8 form frame, can be stripped down to the frame to enable maximum access during equipment installation.
27/03/2012 - Reduce your costs with Rittal
Maintaining the operating temperature of control systems can decrease the risk of premature component failure, optimise component life expectancy and ultimately reduce costs.
22/03/2012 - Rittal: A secure and efficient IT platform
Comprehensive security is at the centre of Rittal's IT solutions, as well as cost reduction and higher energy efficiency.
12/03/2012 - Rittal extends service portfolio
Rittal, a leading system provider for enclosures, power distribution, climate control and IT infrastructures now offer a thermal analyses service for data centres
06/03/2012 - Energy Efficient Climate Control
Rittal will exhibit a range of their innovative products that can help to reduce costs and limit damage to the environment at this year’s Drives and Controls.
01/03/2012 - Rittal Power Engineering Software v6.0
Rittal’s latest Power Engineering planning software v6.0 provide comprehensive support in planning and verifying standardised Ri4Power switchgear, as required by the new IEC 61439-1/-2 standard for low voltage switchgear
24/02/2012 - RiCell Flex Fuel Cell System - the alternative Emergency Power Supply from Rittal
In the past, conventional fuel cells for stationary applications had seldom been economically viable, because of the high costs compared to conventional technologies.
16/02/2012 - Eplan and Rittal Therm for more efficient planning
EPLAN and Rittal both specialise in offering effective approaches with intelligent links between software based tools and processes.
16/02/2012 - Advanced management solution for greater energy efficiency in data centres
data centres can account for half the power consumption of a company and on average 37 percent of this is used for cooling.
02/02/2012 - Outdoor Cabinet Installations made easy
Rittals pre-cast concrete base/plinths for their range of outdoor free-standing enclosures have been developed to simplify installation and eliminate the need to pour concrete on site.
02/02/2012 - Energy efficient cooling using ambient air
Rittal continue to expand their range of TopTherm fan and filter units with a 230V AC 900m3/h variant.
17/01/2012 - Rittal’s RiCAD 3D for efficient planning and Design
Rittal’s RiCAD-3D software version 3 supports the creation of models to provide a complete 3D picture of Rittal products with the visualisation, layout and spacing of single components.
10/01/2012 - Interior Installation Made Easy
Mounting equipment to the inside of an enclosure, without using the mounting plate or drilling holes into the wall of the enclosure, is not an easy task.
04/01/2012 - Protect your enclosure from unwanted “artists”.
Rittal’s nano-coating option for their outdoor enclosure range can be applied to the external finish of an enclosure to help reduce the effects of graffiti and make the clean-up process quicker, easier and less costly.
04/01/2012 - EPLAN further expand customer base
EPLAN software, with more than 600 new additional innovative functions, allows for efficiency in the engineering processes.
15/12/2011 - New TopTherm fan-and-filter units
Rittal’s new and innovative TopTherm fan-and-filter units are available now and bring numerous tangible benefits.
08/12/2011 - Hygienic Processing and Production
Food safety is an ongoing concern and Rittal has invested significant engineering resources to ensure their enclosures will meet the stringent hygiene requirements in all sectors of the food and processing industry.
29/11/2011 - Burglar resistant CS outdoor enclosures from Rittal
Developed especially for high MTBF applications requiring protection against vandalism, a new double-walled WK 4 outdoor enclosure is now available from Rittal.
24/11/2011 - Energy efficient enclosure climate control
Rittal continue to improve the energy efficiency of enclosure climate control solutions by incorporating ever more innovative technologies into their cooling products.
07/11/2011 - New from Rittal – Catalogue 33
Rittal has released their latest main catalogue with over 800 pages of easy to read information on the extensive range of enclosures (both indoor and outdoor), power distribution, climate control systems, IT infrastructure systems, service packages and design and calculation software.
07/11/2011 - EPLAN Exhibit at RenewableUK Manchester
Software and services supplier EPLAN UK participated at RenewableUK’s annual conference and exhibition held in Manchester on 25-27 October 2011.
27/10/2011 - New Generation ‘Blue e’ enclosure cooling units from Rittal
Rittal are converting their entire range of cooling units with Comfort controller to the new Generation ‘Blue e’.
11/10/2011 - Rittal Data Centre Container
Rittal introduce the 12 m long XL version of its turnkey Data Centre Container (DCC) especially designed for IT applications and targeted at medium-sized companies with a very high demand for computing power, as well as at large corporations or hosting providers.
10/10/2011 - Rittal’s new space-saving and automated CMC III
Rittal presents CMC III, the third and completely re-designed generation of their Computer Multi Control (CMC) monitoring systems with its striking new feature, the change to Controller Area Network (CAN) buses.
19/09/2011 - RITTALS Commitment to Improvement - ISO
Rittal's "philosophy of quality" stands for perfect and efficient manufacturing, professional sales, reliable service and dependable delivery.
12/09/2011 - Rittal achieve Food Processing Award for Hygiene Solutions
At the recent Food Processing Awards 2011, held at Hinckley Island Hotel, Leicestershire, Rittal received the Award for Hygiene Solutions in recognition of their spearheading technology in regards to hygienically designed enclosure systems.
12/09/2011 - Rittal 19” Equipment for Outdoor Applications.
All too often it is believed that 19” equipment is only suitable for the indoor environment and that for an outdoor application a special enclosure, to create the perfect environment, requires development at huge cost.
10/08/2011 - EPLAN Electric P8 2.0 SP1 (E-CAE) Software
CAE innovations and new options for consistent engineering, that save both time and money, are particularly valued in periods of economic upturn by companies in every industry.
04/08/2011 - Rittal leads the way in the dark
Designed to fit their full range of enclosures with minimum effort, Rittal can provide a large range of lighting and accessories for a small wall box through to a large floor standing enclosure whatever the location.
14/07/2011 - Rittal’s Advanced Air Management System eliminates escaping airflow
Rittal has a range of air management systems to enhance the cooling performance in AdvancedTCA and MicroTCA shelves.
11/07/2011 - Rittal Ri4Power – flexible and modular
Rittal’s Ri4Power, Form 1-4, offers an economic approach to low voltage switchgear requirements with easy planning, simple handling, quick installation and a high-degree of modularity.
04/07/2011 - EPLAN Data Portal 2.0 - More data, more manufacturers, more functions
Developed over two years ago, the EPLAN Data Portal integrates around 120,000 pieces of component and device data from numerous component manufacturers.
21/06/2011 - Rittal announce new SE 8 Series of Free Standing Enclosures
Rittal’s new SE 8 free-standing enclosure system is replacing the popular ES 5000 series.
13/06/2011 - The Flexible Outdoor Solution
Rittal’s Toptec range of outdoor enclosures is centred around a stainless steel TS 8 form frame which can be stripped down to the frame to enable maximum access during equipment installation to create a fast and efficient working option.
08/06/2011 - A Double for Rittal
Earlier this year, Rittal accomplished double success when both UK companies, Rittal-CSM, our design and manufacturing company in Plymouth and Rittal Ltd, the sales and marketing company, achieved Investors in People Bronze Standard.
02/06/2011 - Rittal IP54 Air-Air Heat Exchangers offer low energy consumption
Rittal air-air heat exchangers can lead to attractive cost savings over refrigerant based air conditioners due to their simple design, low energy consumption and minimum maintenance.
05/05/2011 - Rittal’s Stainless Steel Enclosures
For automation, communications or power supply technology, Rittal offer the correct enclosures and cabinets to suit virtually all requirement profiles in modern industry.
28/04/2011 - New Liquid Cooling Package “LCP Extend” from Rittal
Blade and 1U servers are leading to climate control problems in racks and subsequently changing the requirements of the IT infrastructure.
31/03/2011 - Don’t leave your electronics in a sealed cabinet this summer
Rittal have a range of cooling units specifically designed for outdoor enclosure applications.
28/03/2011 - “Rittal - The System” at www.rittalxpress.co.uk
An integrated overall concept for modern data centres, “Rittal - The System” offers support for the active and passive side of a data centre with five perfectly matched modules:
10/03/2011 - Design Improvements for Rittal’s RiLine60 Busbar Technology
Easier assembly of busbar systems will save time and money using Rittal’s RiLine60 busbar technology for the construction of low-voltage switchgear.
14/02/2011 - Rittal Offers “IP69K” to optimise hygiene for all sectors
Rittal has just extended the range of protection categories for their Hygienic Design range of enclosures.
14/02/2011 - Rittal TopTherm Fan and Filter units
Using diagonal fan technology to increase the working back pressure, Rittal’s new TopTherm fan and filter units provide an increased and more stable airflow, even with contaminated filters.
09/02/2011 - New RittalXpress web site is available online
With access to the new RittalXpress website at www.rittalxpress.co.uk it is possible to search for a suitable product and receive an outline quotation for a standard or modified Rittal enclosure within minutes.
07/02/2011 - Electrical and Fluid Engineering now in 3D with EPLAN Pro Panel
Offering exact planning reliability EPLAN Pro Panel allows the definition of a virtual 3D prototype of the mounting layout – independently of the electrical or fluid schematic.
26/01/2011 - Modular climate control concept from Rittal
Rittal’s modular climate control concept offers an easy way to add cooling to a Rittal enclosure or to upgrade an existing system.
07/12/2010 - New Ri4Power Form 1-4 low-voltage switchgear from Rittal
Rittal has significantly expanded the flexibility and modularity of Ri4Power.
25/11/2010 - Rittal’s Ripac subracks allows myriad options
Rittal’s wide range of subracks, all branded under the Ripac banner, provide users with multiple options for housing several printed circuit boards or plug-in modules in a 19” rack environment.
10/11/2010 - Rittal launch a new range of PMC 12 UPS Systems.
Based on one of the most robust design topologies, Rittal have just launched their new range of PMC 12 UPS Systems.
04/11/2010 - Rittal’s New Thermoelectric cooler with heating function
Last year Rittal launched its new award winning thermoelectric cooling unit into the market.
21/10/2010 - The Xpress 7 day modification service from RITTAL
Following a great deal of investment into machinery and equipment RITTAL has launched a new service branded RittalXpress.
14/10/2010 - New CRAC solution for low and medium-density data centres - By Rittal
Drawing in warm air from the server enclosures at the top of the unit and then cooling it either with water or Dx Refrigerant R407c in a closed heat exchanger is Rittal's new Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) system.
14/10/2010 - Don’t let condensation spoil your performance
One of the biggest enemies for users of outdoor enclosures is the onset of cold weather and with it the possibility of condensation within the structure.
13/09/2010 - Coded entry for printed circuit boards
Rittal has introduced a standardised coding system which provides 4096 different coding options on a 6U plug-in printed circuit board.
12/09/2010 - New Top Therm modular chiller range from Rittal
Breaking the mould of typical industrial chillers the new Top Therm modular units from Rittal are integrated into a standard Rittal TS 8 enclosure system that can be stand alone or part of a suite of panels.
07/09/2010 - Rittal - The System for Outdoor Applications
Rittal’s “System” concept provides a total solution for the housing of sophisticated electronic equipment down to humble connections.
07/09/2010 - Rittal’s “System” supports Electronics Applications
Under the banner “Rittal – The System” which brings together enclosures, cooling systems and other electrical and electronic hardware is a range of supporting literature, software, configurators and back-up service, as well as a section devoted to electron
07/09/2010 - New Terminal Box for Rittal’s Hygienic Design (HD) Enclosures
To complement the already successful range of Rittal’s Hygienic Design (HD) enclosures a new terminal box has been added to the product portfolio.
13/08/2010 - RiZone – Rittal’s new IT management software
Rittal and Microsoft partnership shows that when two giants of the data centre start working together how real energy savings and business efficiency can be achieved.
12/08/2010 - Don’t leave your electronics in a sealed cabinet this summer
Rittal have introduced a range of cooling units specifically designed for outdoor enclosure applications.
28/07/2010 - Need more protection from EMC than you first imagined?
Have you ever designed a piece of kit which let you down, by being susceptible to EMC, when you didn’t think it ought to be?
15/07/2010 - New Connector Gland - By Rittal
New connector gland by Rittal offers significantly less assembly work, flexible sealing system for different cable diameters and entry of pre-assembled calbes for easy routing.
06/07/2010 - Rittal’s Advanced Cabling Solutions
Handling fibre and the new 10 Gb/s augmented category 6 cabling in data centres is becoming significantly more difficult to deal with.
01/07/2010 - Rittal rain canopy enhances outdoor enclosures use
Although most of Rittal’s AE Compact Enclosure range is rated to IP66, they were not designed to be used as outdoor enclosures.
01/07/2010 - Electronics Cooling with a difference
Designed for use in MicroTCA applications, the new Compact Cooling Package (CCP) from Rittal has the flexibility and scalability to provide targeted cooling in many rack mounted applications where significant amounts of heat are being generated.
01/07/2010 - Rittal Ri4Power switch-disconnector-fuse sections
The construction of Rittal Ri4Power switch-disconnector-fuse section is based on Rittal’s Ri4Power well-known components.
16/06/2010 - EPLAN Electric P8 update
EPLAN Service Pack 1 for electrical controls design software EPLAN Electric P8 v1.9 adds extensions in reports, schematic and master data creation, such as intelligent PDF export, and consistency in the design and planning process.
08/06/2010 - Rittal Therm 6.0 software
Rittal have launched their new thermal calculation software Therm6, part of an extensive range of software tools, that enable an engineer to design and deliver solutions efficiently.
08/06/2010 - “Rittal – The System”
at Drives and Controls 2010 8-10 June, Stand D3702, NEC, Birmingham
08/06/2010 - Invisible cooling for outdoor cabinets
Rittal has introduced a secure outdoor cabinet complete with hidden cooling solutions.
20/05/2010 - Customer Flexibility Built into a New Case
Rittal have extended their desk-top series of instrument cases, the Ripac Vario-Module, with the addition of a basic, non-EMC, cost effective range.
14/05/2010 - Rittal’s new Comprehensive RiLine60 Catalogue
Rittal have released a new dedicated 120 page catalogue on their extensive range of RiLine60 power distribution components
28/04/2010 - Rittal provide a comprehensive data centre solution from a single source
Rittal announces a new approach to data centre design by providing comprehensive solutions from a single source.
14/04/2010 - Revamped London demonstration facility opened by Rittal
The facility demonstrates all the key elements of Data Centre infrastructure design, mechanical constructions, power deployment, cooling topology, remote monitoring and security.
13/04/2010 - Rittal provides grounding to UL1950
Various solutions have been developed for protection from electrostatic charge and to combat it effectively.
30/03/2010 - Rittal eliminates condensation from waterproof enclosures
One of the main problems in enclosures is the effects of thermal cycling and humidity.
23/03/2010 - Rittal’s new Power Engineering software tool
Power Engineering v4.1, is Rittal’s new version of planning and configuration software for type-tested low-voltage switchgear of their Ri4Power systems, Form 1, Form 2-4 and Ri4Power Form 1 ISV.
16/03/2010 - New AC speed controller for Rittal Fan and Filter products
Rittal’s new SK3120.200 is an electronic speed control for 2-pole single-phase AC motors which replaces the older controllers SK3120.000 and SK3120.115.
09/03/2010 - Rittal extends IT cooling solutions range
Due to a repositioning of the fan within the raised floor of Rittal’s new Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) system an increased efficiency of typically 30 per cent of fan energy consumption can be achieved.
03/03/2010 - New Rittal catalogue includes outdoor cabinets
Rittal has released a 68 page catalogue, CS Outdoor Solutions, featuring their range of outdoor enclosures, many of which are available from stock.
22/02/2010 - Rittal produce new power distribution brochure
Rittal have released a replacement brochure for their power distribution range of enclosures, motor control centers and components.
17/02/2010 - Rittals' electronics catalogue now available on CD
Rittal have released a CD of their popular catalogue for Electronics Enclosures and associated products.
10/02/2010 - Rittal guide rails can be varied in length
Rittal has introduced two ranges of guide rails for Printed Circuit Boards which can be made to suit any depth of PCB insertion.
04/02/2010 - Rittal increases Ri4Power circuit-breaker selection
Rittal's Ri4Power low-voltage switchgear system Form 1-4 has been tested for accommodating the new circuit-breakers from Moeller, Cutler-Hammer, and Eaton.
01/02/2010 - Rittal prevent water ingress even on outdoor enclosure bases
With the increasing use of electronic equipment in external, and often remote, locations, most enclosure manufacturers provide adequate protection from the elements for the internal products.
20/01/2010 - Rittal launch RiZone IT management software
Together with Microsofts' System Centre Operations Manager, (SCOM), RiZone represents the first commercial software to allow the power consumption monitoring of all devices.
12/01/2010 - Data centre saves costs with Ri4Power
Equinix from Frankfurt, a leading provider for colocation services, has equipped its data centres with Rittal TS 8 server racks for many years.
05/01/2010 - Award winning Thermoelectric Cooler from Rittal
Rittals' thermoelectric coolers employ the “Peltier Effect” providing 100w of cooling output without refrigerants or gases and with very few moving parts.
04/01/2010 - Rittal plays it cool in Data Centre
The latest Node4 Data Centre at Wakefield, West Yorkshire, has been equiped with Rittals' TS 8 racks and Cold Aisle Containment System.
29/12/2009 - Frame facilitates internal mounting in Rittal Outdoor enclosure
Rittal has built a range of outdoor enclosures around a central stainless steel frame.
24/12/2009 - Rittal launches new modification service
Rittal has launched a new service that will allow the specification of holes, cut-outs and engraving in their extensive range of enclosures.
22/12/2009 - New Ripac from Rittal allows a multitude of options
Rittal now has a wide range of subracks, all branded under the Ripac banner, providing users with multiple options for housing printed circuit boards or plug-in modules in a 19” rack environment.
02/12/2009 - Rittals' Isolator sections with 100 kA short circuit resistance
Rittal has extended its Ri4Power range for low-voltage switchgear, with the development of new isolator sections based on the familiar components of the Ri4Power system.
14/09/2009 - Rittal launch NH Isolator quick change cable outlets
Enclosure specialists Rittal has extended its series of secure isolators with the addition of a range of new NH isolators in sizes 00 to 3.
10/08/2009 - Rittal Cooling units offer up to 45% more efficiency than conventional cooling
Rittal’s new cool efficiency cooling units are now up to 45% more economical than conventional units of the same output in both running costs as well as CO2 emissions.
08/07/2009 - Rittal IP54 Air-Air Heat Exchangers offer low energy
Rittal Air-Air Heat Exchangers can lead to attractive cost savings over refrigerant based air conditioners due to their simple design, low energy consumption and minimum maintenance.
01/07/2009 - Versatile and flexible IT Rack from Rittal
Rittal has extended its proven range of high-quality rack solutions for global networks with the new TE 7000 IT Rack.
26/06/2009 - Rittal vibration tested air-air Heat Exchangers
Rittal has developed an Air-Air Heat Exchanger which has been specifically tailored to cater for the needs of the mobile railway engineering industry.
19/06/2009 - Rittal HD Enclosure receives ‘BG-PRÜFZERT’ "Hygiene-Tested" certification
Following the certification, Rittals' Hygienic Design Enclosure series is entitled to bear the "Hygiene-Tested" label and is testament to the products' safe and salutary use.
27/05/2009 - Rittal receives SAFEcontractor Health & Safety accreditation
Rittal are pleased to announce that they have attained accreditation with SAFEcontractor and are now an approved contractor for the installation and baying of Server Racks with Cooling Cabinets (water cooled).
22/05/2009 - Rittals' new Pick-and-Mix Horizontal Bus-Based System Housings
A new concept in VME64x and CompactPCI rack-mounted system design is now available from Rittal in the form of a set of horizontally cooled housings.
19/05/2009 - Rittal High Security TS 8 Baying Systems
Rittal TS 8 high security server cabinets offer strength and stability for virtually any server environment.
28/04/2009 - Rittals' EASY Subrack makes assembly quick and effortless
Rittal have released a new easy to fit subrack - Ripac EASY, which has been designed to be installed quickly and effortlessly.
27/04/2009 - New Rittal TopConsole - A Flexible Human Machine Interface
Rittals' new TopConsole offers a universal workstation comprising of three modules: pedestal, desk and console from which to create a tailored interface between man and machine.
17/04/2009 - Joint introduction for monitoring software
Rittal and Microsoft introduce first commercial integrated software for monitoring IT infrastructure and servers.
16/03/2009 - Hazard Protection with Rittal RiLine60 Busbars
Rittal’s RiLine60 busbars offer new uniform system bases with three lines available for ratings up to 1600amps.
12/03/2009 - New Rittal4Racks 2009 Directory now available
Focusing on solving the key issues facing today’s network and data centre designers, Rittal have launched their new 2009 Rittal4Racks directory.
02/03/2009 - Rittals' Advanced Air Management System eliminates escaping airflow to keep electronics cool
Rittal has introduced a range of AdvancedTCA and MicroTCA air management systems to enhance the cooling performance in ATCA and µTCAshelves.
17/06/2008 - Rittal's Versatile and Compatible Range of System Accessories
Rittal's range of system accessories are compatibiity with TS 8 enclosures, CM Compact and TP Consoles allowing one range utilisation across a broad spectrum.
07/05/2008 - Rittal adds new robust 'flexi-cube' to MicroTCA family
Rittal has expanded their MicroTCA product range with the addition of a rugged MTCA Cube capable of handling up to 6 AMCs and an MCH.

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