Press release New food technology solutions from the Lapp Group Certified connection technology Stuttgart, 24th March 2015 The Stuttgart-based Lapp Group is presenting its extensive portfolio of connection solutions, which comply with the strict requirements of the global food and beverage industry, for the first time at the Anuga FoodTec trade fair (Hall 5.1, Stand B090). The products have obtained ECOLAB® certifications confirming their suitability, while the designs have fulfilled EHEDG specifications. The real highlight is the EHEDG-certified cable gland SKINTOP® HYGIENIC, which due to its shape, precision fit and material fulfils the highest of hygiene standards. SKINTOP® HYGIENIC is made from stainless steel V4A (1.4404) and comes in direct contact with food during production. It has no corners or edges and its seals are made from FKM elastomer-based material that is suitable for foodstuffs. SKINTOP® HYGIENIC became the first product to undergo a test based on the new EHEDG certification guidelines – this was conducted by the Weihenstephan Institute in Freising, Germany. Another important topic concerning food technology is EMC screening. This is why the Lapp product range includes the new stainless steel gland SKINTOP® INOX SC. It has a compact design and, with its highly conductive and flexible EMC contact springs, guarantees optimum EMC U.I.Lapp GmbH Schulze-Delitzsch-Straße 25 D-70565 Stuttgart protection. SKINTOP® INOX SC facilitates the installation of EMC A Lapp Group company www.lappkabel.com cables with different screen diameters. Press contact: Dr. Markus Müller Tel: +49(0)711/7838-5170 Mobile: +49(0)172/1022713 markus.j.mueller@lappgroup.com Lapp also offers an extensive range of power and control cables for the food and beverage sector within the ÖLFLEX ® brand. This includes ÖLFLEX® ROBUST which demonstrates excellent resistance against Irmgard Nille Tel.: +49(0)711/78 38–2490 Mobile: +49(0)160/97346822 irmgard.nille@in-press.de Press release various environmental influences. Cable insulations made from PVC and polyurethane, which have also received UL certification, are suitable for a range of precisely coordinated applications. Material resistance tests and function tests are carried out to ensure that the recommended cables are compatible with common industrial cleaning and disinfection agents. The cables are then awarded an ECOLAB® certification. ETHERLINE® Cat.5 and Cat.6 cables are used for data exchange. Lapp has a wide range of round and rectangular connectors, for example EPIC® ULTRA, a corrosion and salt water-resistant rectangular connector. The product range also includes cable glands for use in chilled zones such as SKINTOP® COLD, which has an application range reaching as low as -70 degrees Celsius. Other new additions to the range include a SILVYN® HYGIENIC conduit gland in Hygienic Design, which is suitable for the product zone and has a corresponding conduit, and a FLEXIMARK® stainless steel marking. Lapp is also showcasing its new product catalogue, made specially for the food and beverage industry, at Anuga FoodTec. The catalogue, titled "The World of Lapp – overview of food and beverage technology", summarises the full range of connection technology for this industry. U.I.Lapp GmbH Schulze-Delitzsch-Straße 25 D-70565 Stuttgart A Lapp Group company www.lappkabel.com Press contact: Dr. Markus Müller Tel: +49(0)711/7838-5170 Mobile: +49(0)172/1022713 markus.j.mueller@lappgroup.com Irmgard Nille Tel.: +49(0)711/78 38–2490 Mobile: +49(0)160/97346822 irmgard.nille@in-press.de Press release The EHEDG certified SKINTOP® HYGIENIC cable gland is a highlight in the Lapp portfolio for the food and beverage industry The image is available in printable quality here Product animation www.lappkabel.com/press About the Lapp Group: Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, the Lapp Group is a leading supplier of integrated solutions and branded products in the field of cable and connection technology. The Group’s portfolio includes standard and highly flexible cables, industrial connectors and screw technology, customized system solutions, automation technology and robotics solutions for the intelligent factory of the future, as well as technical accessories. The Lapp Group’s core market is in the industrial machinery and plant engineering sector. Other key markets are in the food industry as well as the energy and the mobility sector. The Lapp Group has remained in continuous family ownership since it was founded in 1959. In the 2013/14 business year, it generated consolidated revenue of 820 million euros. Lapp currently employs approximately 3,200 people across the world, has 18 production sites and over 40 sales companies. It also works in cooperation with around 100 foreign representatives. U.I.Lapp GmbH Schulze-Delitzsch-Straße 25 D-70565 Stuttgart A Lapp Group company www.lappkabel.com Press contact: Dr. Markus Müller Tel: +49(0)711/7838-5170 Mobile: +49(0)172/1022713 markus.j.mueller@lappgroup.com Irmgard Nille Tel.: +49(0)711/78 38–2490 Mobile: +49(0)160/97346822 irmgard.nille@in-press.de