Technical Blog Archive

See all of our Variable Speed Foot Pedals here.  What is a Variable Speed Foot Pedal? A variable speed foot pedal can control the speed of the device it is connected to based on the amount of pressure applied by the operator. This is different from a standard footswitch which has a...

Many of our foot activated switches have a stock model which is available for fast delivery. To compare our different products take a look at our Footswitch line card. What is a Foot Activated Switch? A foot activated switch is a type of switch that is operated by the users foot. It is kept...

If you have an application requiring a Heavy Duty Foot pedal contact us and we will help find a solution to suit you. Or take a look at our range here.  Heavy Duty Foot Pedal Features  As heavy-duty foot pedals are designed for use in industrial environments they have the following...

Our 6256 heavy-duty footswitch has added features enabling it to be a safety foot pedal. The 6256 has an optional guard for added user protection and has an emergency stop function which will cut the power to the machine when compressed. This lowers the risk of injury should there be any...

Over the past 70 years we have been able to build strong relationships with our customers and grow a distribution network making our products available to the world.  Our design capabilities include; 3D printing Rapid Prototyping Injection moulding Printed Circuit Board...

The main function of a push button switch is to switch something either on or off, however, there are different types of push button switches and each different type has a different function.  Types of Push Button Switches and Their Functions Momentary Push Button Switch Function - a...