Glossary - Industrial Equipment

High-pressure washing refers to the ability of industrial equipment, like LMREA cabinets or enclosures, to withstand intensive cleaning with large water volumes under high pressure without impairing functionality or IP65/IP66 watertightness. Essential for agro-food/pharmaceutical hygiene.

Durability defines LMREA products ensuring consistent long-term operation despite Industry 4.0 intensive use, incorporating IK08-IK10 shock/vibration/thermal resistance.

Watertightness measured by IP54-IP68 standards indicates LMREA enclosure/cabinet protection against dust/water: IP54 , IP65 jets, IP66 powerful jets, IP68 immersion.

• IP54 : splashes

• IP65 : jets

• IP66 : powerful jets

• IP68 K : immersion

These ratings are crucial for computer carts or wall mounts in humid environments such as marine or food processing.

IK standards rate the mechanical resistance of an enclosure or cabinet to impact (impact in joules).

• IK08 : resistance to an impact of 5 joules (1.7 kg dropped from 300 mm).
• IK09 : resistance to an impact of 10 joules (5 kg at 200 mm).
• IK10 : resistance to an impact of 20 joules (5 kg at 400 mm).

IK10 computer cabinets are suitable for warehouses, handling areas, and production lines where computer equipment is exposed to collisions with forklifts, pallets, or heavy loads.

A radio frequency transparent material allows Wi‑Fi, RFID, or RF signals to pass through without significant attenuation.​​

This type of cover or window protects the screen, PC, or scanners while maintaining excellent wireless connectivity in the warehouse or factory.

Low thermal conductivity means that the material limits heat transfer between the inside of the enclosure and the outside.

This behavior is essential for protecting IT equipment in hot environments, in positive cold conditions, or under significant temperature variations, and it contributes to the stable operation of electronics.

Shock and vibration resistance refers to the ability of a computer cart or embedded cabinet to absorb repeated impacts and vibrations without damaging PCs, monitors, or printers.

This criterion is essential for mobile workstations that travel over uneven floors, in logistics or production, and must remain operational at all times.

Chemical resistance is the ability of a material to withstand exposure to detergents, solvents, acids, greases, or industrial cleaning products without degrading.

Chemical-resistant computer cabinets and PC enclosures are particularly suitable for the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries, where hygiene and cleaning are intensive.

Reduced flammability refers to a design that limits the initiation and spread of fire.

In France, the M1 classification indicates a non-flammable material or one with very low flammability, which is essential for public buildings and industrial sites subject to strict fire safety requirements.

The cable gland is a sealing device that ensures the secure passage of cables through the wall of a box or cabinet, while maintaining the IP rating.

It protects connections from water, dust, or grease infiltration, which is key to the reliability of industrial IT systems.

ESD protection aims to prevent electrostatic discharges from damaging sensitive electronic components (motherboards, disks, communication modules).

ESD materials and designs for computer carts and cabinets reduce risks in electronic assembly or PC maintenance areas.

The specifications document formalizes the technical, functional, ergonomic, and regulatory requirements for a fixed or mobile workstation project.

It serves as the basis for the custom design of cabinets, computer trolleys, power boxes, and IT integration accessories at LMREA.

Melamine is a wood-based panel covered with a decorative coating that is wear-resistant and easy to maintain.

Used for certain workstation or sideboard tops, it offers a good compromise between aesthetics, robustness, and cost.

DIBOND is a rigid, lightweight aluminum-polyethylene composite panel that is highly stable over time.

It is suitable for hoods, bumpers, traffic signs, and screen mounts in demanding industrial environments.

304, 304L, and 316L stainless steels are corrosion-resistant stainless steels, with 316L performing particularly well in aggressive environments (chemical, food processing, saline areas).

PC cabinets, protective trolleys, and 316L stainless steel enclosures meet strict hygiene requirements and withstand high-pressure washing and the use of detergents.

Steel is a robust metallic material used for the load-bearing structures of trolleys, cabinets, and fixed workstations.

It ensures rigidity, durability, and high load capacity for industrial IT equipment.

Epoxy coating is a protective paint or surface treatment that offers excellent resistance to corrosion and chemicals.

Epoxy steel frames ensure a long service life for computer carts and cabinets in harsh or humid environments.

Aluminum is a lightweight metal that is easy to machine and naturally resistant to corrosion.

It is used to design ergonomic mobile workstations that are easy to maneuver and suited to intensive logistics flows.

Rigid/flexible V0 self-extinguishing plastic, excellent chemical resistance (oils, greases, weak acids), temperature -20°C/+60°C.

Used for cable trays, cable glands, seals, and LMREA enclosure accessories: economical, machinable, electrically non-conductive.

Transparent plastic with 92% light transmission, UV resistance, temperature range -40°C/+80°C, weight 1.2g/cm³ (half that of glass).

Screen enclosures for LMREA PC cabinets: perfect visibility, shatterproof compared to glass, anti-scratch/anti-graffiti treatment available.

• HDPE (high density): rigidity, chemical resistance, temperature -50°C/+80°C for storage bins, corner protectors.
• LDPE (low density): flexibility for joints, cable ducts.

FDA-compliant LMREA food-grade plastics for the food industry.

Shock-resistant transparent plastic x250 glass, temperature -40°C/+120°C, class V0 fireproof, UV resistance with treatment.

Shock-resistant main glazing for touchscreen enclosures, LMREA protective covers: 360° visibility without risk of breakage in forklift areas.

Transparent, thermoformable co-polyester, chemical resistance, temperature -40°C/+70°C, excellent weldability.

Ergonomic covers, deflectors, curved glazing for LMREA multimedia carts: complex shaping without optical constraints.

Lightweight plastic 0.9 g/cm³, fatigue/heat resistance +100°C, chemical resistant, FDA food grade.

Accessory bins, stops, LMREA trolley structural components: resistance to 100,000 opening/closing cycles.

Macromolecules with repeating monomers forming engineering plastics: adjustable properties (rigidity, transparency, fire resistance, UV protection).

Specific LMREA polymers selected according to specifications: impact, chemical resistance, temperature, hygiene for each cabinet/trolley function.

High-quality cast PMMA, 10-year UV resistance guarantee, 92% light transmission, laser/CNC machinable.

LMREA premium exterior glazing: crystal-clear appearance, perfect flatness, integrated screen printing.

Optimized combination of steel/stainless steel/aluminum/plastics/PC/PMMA according to function: load-bearing structure + insulation + transparency + watertightness.

LMREA hybrid computer carts: optimized weight 35 kg, thermal performance IK10+IP66, 95% recyclability.

Plastic base >150°C, unlimited reformability: extrusion, injection, thermoforming, welding.

90% LMREA thermoplastic plastics: custom plastic fabrication, easy maintenance, end-of-life recycling.

Extrusion blow molding is a manufacturing process used to produce hollow plastic parts (trays, tanks, casings).

It is used to create protective or storage elements integrated into carts or mobile workstations.

Thermal forming involves heating a plastic sheet to bend it and give it a specific shape.

This process allows for the rapid production of custom covers, deflectors, or corner protectors for computer equipment.

Thermoforming is the process of shaping heated plastic by suction or pressure onto a mold.

It is used to produce ergonomic covers, shells, and fronts for multimedia cabinets and terminals.

Plastic welding is the assembly of plastic parts by local fusion.

It guarantees strong, watertight joints for boxes, containers, and plastic sheet metal components.

Plastic fabrication encompasses all techniques used to manufacture custom plastic components (cutting, bending, welding, machining).

It enables LMREA to offer IT protection solutions that are perfectly tailored to the dimensions and constraints of each project.

Machining is the removal of material by milling, drilling, or turning to obtain the final shape of a part.

It is used on metal and plastic parts of carts, cabinets, and enclosures to integrate screens, keyboards, scanners, sockets, and cable glands.

These mechanical and manual operations encompass the entire industrial assembly process for an IT protection or mobility solution.

They enable the transition from the design plan to an IT cart, PC cabinet, or power enclosure that is operational at the customer's site.

This term refers to a battery optimized for industrial mobility: reduced weight, high energy capacity, and extended autonomy.

Integrated into LMREA computerized carts, it allows for several hours of work without recharging, providing complete autonomy in warehouses or factories.

Energy autonomy refers to the length of time a mobile workstation can operate on battery power without being connected to the mains.

Good autonomy allows a complete workstation (team, picking or quality control round) to be covered without interruption, particularly in Logistics 4.0.

Lead-acid batteries are a proven, robust, and economical technology, but they are heavier than lithium batteries.

They remain relevant for certain applications involving stationary carts, power stations, or projects with more limited budgets.

Lithium batteries offer high energy density, long life, and reduced charging times.

They are ideal for computer carts and mobile power stations that undergo frequent charging cycles and intensive use.

Autonomy conversion refers to adapting or increasing the energy capacity of a system to achieve the desired operating time.

This may involve changing the battery, adding an energy box, or optimizing the consumption of onboard equipment.

Power is the capacity of a system to deliver instantaneous energy, expressed in watts.

It determines the size of the power supply unit or power station required to simultaneously support a PC, monitor, printer, and peripherals.

The power supply kit includes all the components that supply power to a mobile workstation: batteries, charger, converter, and protective devices.

It is integrated into the cart to provide a plug-and-play solution that is ready to use.

The BMS is the lithium battery management and protection system.

It monitors charging, discharging, and temperature, and balances the cells to ensure the safety of the installation and extend the life of the batteries.

Lithium battery management and protection system.

A power station or lithium power box is a self-contained unit for storing and distributing electricity that is integrated into a cart or fixed station.

It powers PCs, printers, peripherals, and accessories while enabling rapid battery recharging.

The usual capacities of energy boxes are, for example, 250, 500, 750, or 1000 Wh for energy, and 300, 600, or 1500 W for power.

The size is determined based on the customer's actual needs (type of equipment, duration of use, charging cycles).

IT integration involves setting up PCs, monitors, printers, scanners, Wi-Fi, and sometimes RFID terminals in carts or mobile/fixed workstations.

It brings the information system closer to the production floor and logistics, which are at the heart of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 initiatives.

Wi-Fi and RF radio frequencies are wireless communication technologies that are essential to modern logistics.

They provide real-time connectivity between computerized carts, WMS/ERP systems, and operators, ensuring optimal traceability and responsiveness.

Labeling with industrial printers allows traceability labels, barcodes, or QR codes to be generated in real time.

Integrated into a computerized cart, these professional printers accompany operators as close as possible to the logistics or production flow.

RFID is a radio frequency identification technology used to track products, pallets, bins, or tools.

RFID readers integrated into computerized carts or terminals automate data collection and improve inventory accuracy.

A cover is the external mechanical protection for equipment (PC, screen, printer).

It protects against shocks, dust, and liquid splashes, and contributes to the longevity of industrial computer equipment.

Encapsulation provides total protection for a component or assembly (PC, power supply, electronic cards) against the external environment.

It is used when dust, humidity, or chemical constraints require a very high level of protection.

Prototyping is the phase of designing and validating a product before it goes into production.

LMREA produces custom prototypes of trolleys, cabinets, and enclosures to validate ergonomics, durability, and IT integration at the customer's site.

Industry 5.0 is an industrial model focused on people, sustainability, and human-machine collaboration.

LMREA's mobile workstations and IT protection solutions are part of this approach, improving ergonomics, mobility, and flexibility for operators.

The 5S method is a Japanese approach to workplace organization: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain.

Well-designed computer carts and side tables facilitate the application of 5S by structuring storage and limiting unnecessary movement.

Lean Manufacturing aims to eliminate waste and improve industrial performance (time, travel, inventory, defects).

By bringing IT tools closer to the field via autonomous mobile workstations, LMREA directly contributes to reducing downtime and data entry errors.

CSR refers to the integration of social, environmental, and economic issues into a company's strategy.

Robust, sustainable, repairable, and energy-efficient solutions for industrial computer workstations are part of this responsible approach.