The best technology.

In a unique package, the Aphel product portfolio utilises all the proven electromechanical technologies appropriate to power distribution. DB2000 and DB3000 systems are extrusion-based housings with varying degrees of modularity manufactured in aluminium with high-strength plastic mouldings for sockets, end-caps, switches, accessory housings and mounting brackets.

Our product offerings, such as the Burland Box and ADU allow solutions to building services distribution ahead of traditional approaches. Aphel has a premier product portfolio for global applications and the parts kit generated in its development is frequently called upon to fill the needs of custom solutions. Because this normally involves the use of a specially designed housing, generally in steel, in-house engineering has accumulated a considerable amount of expertise in precision metalwork design and production.

Original designs - now evolved over 20 years - continue to play a major part in both the standard range and the custom parts kit. The DB Family has developed in that time from the continuingly successful DB series itself to the landmark DB2000 and the screwless MT socket. DB3000 consolidated screwless technology while raising mounting accessory design to a new peak.

Engineering
Research, design and development - the engineering team works closely with independent design houses and test houses to ensure they have access to the latest applied science and international standards for electrical equipment and for their applications. In this way unique concepts are created that meet universal needs and the global standards infrastructure.

Current expectation requires 3D CAD development through to 100% component and product testing in a system designed to highlight problems quickly and eliminate them. ISO 9001:2000 approved systems ensure full traceability and the ability to re-engineer for production in very short timescales. The resulting flexibility means that wherever the customer is located, Aphel can accept a brief and evolve a solution complete to finished product in minimal time.

Burland Solutions engineering capability complements that of the Aphel manufacturing teams for office and education based projects. Front-line consultation with Burland personnel ensures that the custom cycle time is minimised and solutions are optimised for cost-effectiveness.

Production
Flexible Lean Manufacturing utilises Just In Time (JIT) supply strategies and is geared to the needs of customers conversant with these same philosophies.

Aphel production spans engineering disciplines through component production, assembly and system integration. The multi-cell operation in the UK feeds directly to hubs and partner companies around the world.

Aphel adopts the design-engineering-production approach that 'there is always a best way'.

Consequently, our products utilise plastic components for multifunctionality and safety reasons as well as for the quality benefits they bring in production. The mix is complemented with aluminium extrusions and steel housings that offer their own unique properties as appropriate.