Ericson Push Buttons, Switches & Signaling Devices
Push buttons and signaling devices from Ericson are designed to be rugged, reliable, and precise and to deliver simple, straightforward control solutions for demanding industrial environments. Assemblies of Ericson's push buttons and component controls keep factory equipment running. The high level of push button assembly quality found across Ericson's product spectrum is necessary because push buttons are only ever as good as the last one pressed.
Ericson manufactures signaling devices that can exist either as standalone warning systems or be combined seamlessly with switches and push buttons. They're best known for the pendant stations which are ideal for operating and controlling machine applications. You may also find pilot lights, selector switches, pilot lights, signal towers, beacons, buzzers, horns and strobes as part of a well rounded pilot device catalog.
What’s remarkable about all of these products is their efficiency, not just in lighting technologies but also in the robust materials that ensure consistent operation, even in the most hazardous or outdoor conditions. I'm sure you can appreciate how vital it is to keep operators informed in any kind of working environment. Signaling devices, lighting, and durable push buttons help ensure that operators work safely and stay informed.
FAQs
What types of Ericson push buttons and switches are available?
Ericson offers a range of push buttons, selector switches, and emergency stop switches designed for industrial control panels, pendant stations, and machinery applications.
What sort of audible pilot devices are available from Ericson?
Ericson offers audible pilot devices such as horns and buzzers that provide clear sound alerts for equipment status, safety warnings, and process notifications in industrial environments.
What sizes are available for Ericson push buttons?
Ericson push buttons are available in standard industrial sizes, typically 22 mm and 30 mm, to fit common control panel and pendant station configurations.
Are Ericson push buttons easy to install and replace?
Yes, Ericson designs its push buttons and switches with modular components and quick-mount assemblies for fast installation, maintenance, and customization.
Are Ericson push buttons and switches compliant with industrial safety standards?
Yes, Ericson’s control and signaling devices are designed to meet or exceed NEMA and UL standards, ensuring reliable performance and operator safety.
Maintaining NEMA 4 Rating When Making Enclosure Penetrations
Cutouts are very common when modifying enclosures for push buttons, indication lights, conduit entries or mounting hardware. Cutting into an enclosure runs the risk of eliminating the protective nature of the NEMA rated attributes. Proper steps must be followed in order to preserve the NEMA rating of an enclosure.
Devices mounted to the enclosure must have the same NEMA rating as the enclosure.
This means that if the devices are installed to the manufacturer's specifications, they will be able to maintain the NEMA rating of the enclosure.
Water tight conduit hubs must be used when running wire through a cutout in an enclosure.
There are many different types of conduit hubs that are used to secure conduit to an enclosure. However, only certain conduit hubs are rated for a watertight seal. By using water tight hubs, the NEMA rating of the enclosure is maintained.
Bonded washers are necessary when mounting hardware to an enclosure.
If standard mounting hardware is used, the NEMA rating of the enclosure will no longer be maintained. Bonded washers have rubber gaskets that make a watertight seal around the drilled hole. It is also important to make sure the material used for the bonded washer matches the material of the enclosure. Stainless steel enclosures require stainless steel bonded washers.