Ultra-Lock Connector System reduces downtime associated with the variabilityand uncertainty of threaded connector terminations, resulting in greaterreliability, higher productivity and reduced total cost of operations. Northbrook, IL - December 15, 2004 - Woodhead Industries, Inc., a leadingmanufacturer of networking and electrical products for use in industrialautomation environments, expands its Brad Harrison® family with theUltra-Lock Connector System, a new series of distribution boxes and cordsets based on an innovative "push-lock" operating principal. Users simplypush down to connect, and pull up to disconnect.
For assemblers andinstallers, the unique non-thread design of the Ultra-Lock Connector Systemprovides faster, easier installation than traditional threaded connectors,resulting in higher productivity, less worker fatigue and reduced laborcosts.
Ultra-Lock System:
Ideal for Use in Tight Spaces and Harsh IndustrialEnvironmentsEquipped with a high-performance IP68-rated radial seal and an innovativeinterlock design (Patents applied for), the Ultra-Lock Connector Systemfeatures an identical contact configuration to M12 industry standardconnectors. The simple push-to-lock motion eliminates the uncertainty thatfrequently occurs with threaded connectors, namely-is it screwed down tightenough? The new distribution boxes and cord sets are ruggedly constructed to providea water-tight seal which protects against the moisture and chemical exposuretypical in industrial machinery environments.
Once engaged, the Ultra-LockConnector System provides fail-safe connectivity, even under the stresses ofcable flexing, mechanical shocks or machine vibration, virtually eliminatingintermittent connections-those hard-to-find and hard-to-diagnose conditionsthat can result in thousands of dollars of lost production time.
Ultra-Lock Connector System:
Fast. Simple. Secure.According to John Sullivan, Woodhead Product Manager, "We are proud to befirst-to-market with this breakthrough system. Our goal was to provideassemblers in industrial automation and OEM markets with fast, simple andsecure connections with this comprehensive system.
Built for reliabilityand easy to use, the Ultra-Lock Connector System is an excellent choice forsituations where assemblers have to make 'blind-mate' connections in tightspaces-or where workers experience fatigue or ergonomic problems fromturning coupling nuts repetitively." Sullivan adds that in pre-launch pilot testing of the Ultra-Lock ConnectorSystem, the response of Woodhead customers was overwhelmingly enthusiastic.Some of the comments from the field include:- "Why didn't someone do this a long time ago?" - "This makes a lot of sense for all the right reasons . "- "Where was this 3 years ago?" - "Yes, we will switch to this design as soon as it's available.""
My favorite comment was: 'The strongest advantage to this system is thesecurity that it's really connected' -- because that is exactly what wehoped to accomplish," Sullivan concluded.For more information and technical specifications on the Ultra-Lock Connector System, or for information on other Woodhead products, email us at [email protected] or telephone (800) 225-7724.
Or visit our Website at www.woodhead.com .
About Woodhead
Woodhead Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: WDHD) develops, manufactures and marketsNetwork and Electrical Infrastructure products engineered for performance indemanding, harsh, or hazardous environments. Woodhead is known in the globalindustrial market by its recognized brands which include Brad Harrison®,BradPower(tm), SSTT, Daniel Woodhead®, mPm®, applicom®, Direct-Link(tm),Aero-Motive® and RJ-Lnxx®. Its expertise extends from mechanical,electrical, electronics to communication software products and technologies.Woodhead operates from 21 locations in 10 countries spanning North America,Europe and Asia/Pacific.