Choosing the Right Industrial Enclosure: What to Look For

Computers, monitors, printers, and other electronics need protection from industrial conditions such as dust, water, grease, chemicals, and temperature extremes. To choose an industrial enclosure, start with the environment and required NEMA rating, then evaluate materials, equipment fit, thermal management, mounting, and operator access. The right combination protects your equipment while supporting the work around […]

Questions for Selecting a Vented Rack Enclosure

  When storing vital servers and network equipment, rack enclosures (NEMA rated or vented) are a must for large companies and IT departments. A vented rack enclosure provides functionality, proper arrangement, passive cooling, and, above all, security. In the beginning of the purchasing process, a customer or end-user should ask various questions to find the […]

Product Spotlight: Rack Enclosure IR72-12

  Mt. Pleasant, PA (December 2, 2022) – With almost four decades of expertise in the industrial enclosure market, ITSENCLOSURES is pleased to showcase one of their popular rack enclosures: the NEMA 12 IceStation IR72-12. This heavy-duty rack enclosure is designed to enclose various electronics and rack mount equipment. The IR72 enclosure measures 72” high […]

Types of Computer Enclosure Gaskets

Enclosure gaskets create a seal between an enclosure body and its doors, helping prevent dust, dirt, water, and other contaminants from reaching sensitive electronics. Choosing the right gasket material depends on factors such as temperature, environmental exposure, chemical resistance, and the requirements of the enclosure. What Is an Enclosure Gasket and Why Is It Important? […]

Cleanliness and NEMA 4X Enclosures

  When it comes to maintaining sanitary equipment in the food and beverage industry, operators should be proactive about the overall cleanliness of their facility. In 2011, President Barack Obama signed into law the biggest overhaul of American food safety laws since the 1930s. “The legislation gives the federal Food and Drug Administration the authority […]

Deploying Computer Enclosures Outdoors

  Using a computer outdoors exposes sensitive electronics to conditions they typically aren’t designed to withstand, including rain, dust, humidity, direct sunlight, and extreme temperatures. An appropriately rated outdoor computer enclosure can help protect the equipment while providing the environmental protection and thermal management required for reliable operation. When deploying computer enclosures in outdoor environments, […]

Cooling for NEMA 4X Enclosures

  NEMA 4X enclosure cooling requires balancing temperature control with the environmental protection required for the enclosure. Depending on the application, cooling options can include heat exchangers, vortex coolers, and air conditioners designed for the enclosure and operating environment. Understanding NEMA 4X Enclosure Cooling  When deploying enclosures in an environment with extreme temperatures, thermal management […]

Computer Enclosures in a Humid Environment

Humidity can create serious challenges for computers and electronics in industrial environments. Moisture and condensation can contribute to corrosion, equipment damage, and downtime, making the right enclosure and thermal management system important when electronics are installed in humid conditions. Protecting Electronics in Humid Environments In many harsh, manufacturing settings, printers, computers, monitors, and electrical equipment […]

Types of Enclosure Materials

Industrial enclosures protect computers, printers, monitors, and other electronics from the conditions around them. Choosing the right enclosure material starts with understanding those conditions. Dust, water, cleaning chemicals, corrosion, temperature, and installation requirements all influence material selection. The enclosure’s construction and NEMA rating must also suit the equipment and environment. 3 Common Industrial Enclosure Materials […]

Creating the Perfect NEMA 4X PB20 Printer Enclosure

Barcode label printers are utilized every day in factories, shipping centers, industrial buildings, and harsh production areas (both inside and outside). Stainless steel, printer box enclosures, with a NEMA 4X rating, are a perfect enclosure solution for the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industries. These built-to-last printer enclosures will protect against harsh washdowns, dirt & dust, […]