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October 04, 2024

Locks and latches – assembly and logistics service

Rocfast service
When you specify locks and latches do you need a variety of body lengths and matching inserts and cams? Do you need some help sorting out the IP protection level you need or how to achieve it? Read more......

Written by Gary Miles

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September 27, 2024

Support Stays from Weston Body Hardware

Support stays
Our experienced team here at FDB Panel Fittings have recently announced this range of enclosure door support stays which form part of our Online offering of ex-stock stays, including telescopic stays. Read more......

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September 20, 2024

Hinges and finishes Online

Standard hinges Online
An important question for any enclosure or cabinet hardware is to understand the finish that is needed, and especially for hinges. Is the hinge going to be welded in place or will it need to be painted in a corporate colour? Read more......

Written by Gary Miles

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September 12, 2024

Grab Rails and Handles

grab rails and handles

We recently announced these grab rails and handles, from our sales partner Weston Body Hardware, offering robust construction and simple front fixing with screws. Read more...... 

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September 06, 2024

Do you want a smart bow handle but need a tough industrial look?

Bridge handles from FDB Panel Fittings

Here at FDB we specialise in industrial hardware components, so a rugged bow handle to work with heavy loads and gloved hands is not a problem.  Read more......

Written by Gary Miles

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September 01, 2024

Panel Fittings – 3-way Rod Latches

3 way rod latches
From our Online site and our sales partner Weston Body Hardware these 3-way rod latches feature an exceptional amount of “throw” in a “deadbolt” configuration. They are suited to applications on specialist vehicles e.g. caravans, trailers, horse boxes, motor homes, van doors etc., also for cupboards, cabinets, machine covers/doors and access panels. Read more......

Written by Gary Miles

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August 23, 2024

Rocfast pre-assembled locks save time and improve scheduling

The FDB Rocfast program

Our Rocfast program of pre-assembled locks saves time, money and mistakes by ensuring that components are correctly matched and assembled – saving time at the ordering, installation and service stages. Read more.......

Written by Gary Miles

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August 16, 2024

Spanner Locks from FDB Panel Fittings

Spanner locks

We are pleased to announce that our Online store now offers many “spanner locks” ex-stock for industrial applications. Read more......

Written by Gary Miles

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August 09, 2024

C38 Slam Latch Set with inside safety release from Weston Body Hardware

Slam latch
This Surface-Mount Slam Latch Set with inside safety release is widely used for large-size insulated enclosures, such as cold stores or containerised units, where a surface-mounted latch is preferable to avoid breaching the integrity of the door. Read more ......

Written by Gary Miles

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August 02, 2024

Rods and rod latches – a large door solution

Standard Rods and latches

For large cabinet and enclosure doors, or to enhance sealing with improved gasket pull down, our online store carries a portfolio of standard latches with matching rod sets. 

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Written by Gary Miles

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