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UL Certifies Delta RMC Motion Controllers for Class I Division 2
December 23, 2009 — Delta Computer Systems, Inc., the Battle Ground, Washington manufacturer of motion controllers, has received notification from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) that its RMC150 multi-axis motion controllers have achieved Class I Division 2 Certification.
The UL Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D certification has made the RMC150 multi-axis motion controllers "UL approved" for use in hazardous environments containing volatile flammable liquids, gases or vapors. Hazardous environments are defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC). These areas can be typically exposed to fire or explosion hazards may exist due to flammable gases or vapor, flammable liquids, combustible dust, or ignitable substances. Electronic products must meet certain requirements and obtain special certifications in order to be used in these environments.
"This Class I, Division 2 certification allows Delta customers to install RMC150 motion controllers in hazardous environments common to the energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, defense and many other industries with the confidence that the products have undergone thorough third-party testing." stated Steve Nylund, Delta’s CEO. "This new certification demonstrates Delta’s ongoing commitment to providing safe and reliable products for challenging industrial applications." Nylund added.
The high performance motion control products that Delta designs, manufactures and markets are used worldwide for hydraulic, pneumatic and electric closed-loop control in a wide array of single and multi-axis applications, including energy, plastics, materials testing, aerospace, metals and forest products.
About Delta Computer Systems: For more than 25 years, Delta has been a supplier of motion controllers, color sensors, and other industrial products that enable OEMs and integrators to build better machines and get to market quickly. For more information contact Bill Savela, Delta Computer Systems, Inc. 1818 SE 17th Street, Battle Ground, WA 98604. Phone 360-254-8688, fax 360-254-5435, or email sales@deltamotion.com Editor: Your personnel may indicate DELTA Class I Division 2 Certification for inquiry identification.