Edition 29 - December 2016

 

 

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CONEXPO Sneak Preview

 

As TriMark begins to prepare for the premiere North American Construction Show, we wanted to offer a sneak peek at what we will be showing at next year’s show: TriMark’s successful e-ASK system has proven itself to be a popular Remote Keyless Entry system for the last 10 years in various vehicular markets. During this time we have excelled as a systems integrator for vehicle door systems, customized as necessary to meet Customers’ requirements and leveraged our knowledge and experience of SAE J1939 CAN-based communication networks.

Many customers have been asking, what’s next? Without revealing too much information, we can tell you that we are progressing on our Generation 3 e-ASK System. It will include Passive Keyless Entry, vehiclemobilization/immobilization and keyless push button start. These are the same state of the art electronics that are featured on higher end automobiles and will soon be available for integration on your vehicles.

We will also feature our newest innovation in rotary latches; the 050- 1900 8mm Single Rotary Latch. For more information, please read  the feature article in this newsletter.

Look for additional information regarding the ConExpo Show in future newsletters.  

 

Customer Survey Report - 2016

 

As we've come to expect, TriMark's customers once again offered their insights and opinions when we contacted them and requested that they participate in our 2016 Customer Survey. Here are just a few of the findings from the survey:

  • Our delivery and service levels have improved and our customer service and support received high marks
  • Our quality and reliability product ratings are lower than we would like them to be and we are working hard to improve
  • Our Engineering and Technical Support received higher marks
  • Mechanical/electronic solutions received lower scores, we have some new Keyless Entry products under development that we will be promoting in 2017
  • Off-the-Shelf products – you want more and we are responding

To those of you who took a few minutes out of your busy schedule to share your thoughts with us, we want to extend a personal "thank you"!


 

 

   



MARCH 7-11, 2017
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

 


 

 

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TMC – Our offices will Be Closed For
Holiday shutdown starting
Monday, December 26th and will reopen on
Tuesday, January 3rd 2017 at 8:00 AM.

 

 


 

Seasons Greetings from TriMark Management

 

Seasons Greetings to all of our TriMark customers, suppliers and friends. As our Holiday graphic says it is that time of year when we tend to reflect on the past year as well as take our first tentative steps towards the new year!

From TriMark’s standpoint 2016 has been a very interesting year. Without making any type of political statement, it is a little hard to escape the fact that the recent election really did have an effect on all types of businesses across the spectrum of the industries we serve. For those  of you who were around at the time it almost had the same feel as Y2K and the speculation of what would happen when the calendar flipped over to 2000.

We’ve shared an overview report (see Left Column) of our recently completed Customer Survey and this speculation was confirmed to a certain degree when we asked respondents to look at their respective business and project increase/decrease during certain periods over the next 24 months. In a nutshell, the near term was much less optimistic than what businesses are seeing after mid-2017.

We continue to be optimistic about our business and the markets we serve and look forward to the challenges and opportunities that 2017 may present.


 

TriMark's NEW 050-1900 Next Generation Latch (NGL)

 

A couple of years ago a major customer challenged TriMark to develop a new Rotary Door Latch for use on their entrance doors as well as door hold-backs. As a result, TriMark engaged in a new product development focused on designing  a new product, which is referred to as the “Next Generation Rotary Latch”.

Modular Concept

TriMark proposed a modular concept based on the best features from our portfolio of rotary latching products that will allow for application flexibility utilizing TriMark’s expansive trip lever options, exterior handles, linkage rods and inside releases. Modular case construction is preconfigured with multiple actuation points on the front case allowing top/bottom actuation including stacked actuators as well as combinations of actuation points providing the most configurable rotary door latch ever designed

Modular products enable faster, easier and more efficient customization of standard products to unique user needs– with reduced lead-time and engineering support. The ‘base’ latch is designed using all non-handed components allowing left/right hand assemblies by orienting the internal latch components in the proper orientation. Additionally, this product is available in single or 2 position rotors configuration for FMVSS 206 compliance plus the single rotor provides for vertical clearance of strike allowing for door sag, misalignment and ease of installation.  Additionally the single position rotor is ideal for compartment doors and door hold-open applications.

TriMark’s newest innovation in rotary latches features a robust modular design that offers extensive actuation locations and options providing application flexibility in a compact design. Designed for medium to heavy-duty applications for on or off-highway applications, this single rotor latch is available in both FMVSS 206 and non FMVSS 206 configurations.

 

Application Versatility

Today’s applications demand application versatility with considerations for remote release utilizing rods or cable connections, direct release from external handle, on-latch inside release levers with robust pivots, multiple release levers, left and right hand versions and a small footprint to allow for maximum visibility, and this product platform delivers on all points in a single Latch family. The platform was designed to reuse TriMark’s extensive selections of existing actuators reducing application engineering and unnecessary tooling requirements.

 

Ergonomics

Increasingly importance is also being given to ergonomics as well as functional positioning of the latch, inside release and exterior handle as well as door structures and increasingly larger glass challenge the door designers for space claims, connectivity and ease of installation and adjustment. This new latch platform compact size and shape allows maximum use of door space and minimizes visibility issues without compromising strength and robustness.  

Innovations

  • Innovative barrel release with optional integrated cable bracket for ease of use/installation excels on agricultural applications with massive glass doors coupled with weather tight door seals which demand low operating efforts
  • Safety - 8mm diameter automotive style hoop-type striker minimizes clothing snag hazard
  • Several actuator return spring options plus coaxial actuator mechanism for applications where it is desirable to provide additional support to the actuation levers
  • Future provisions are also planned for state sensing, power release mechanisms and an innovative slam cam door lift mechanism for heavy door that are prone to sagging.

 

Off-the-Shelf Solutions

TriMark's global customers are demanding off-the-shelf rotary latch solutions because of the many new products they introduce every year. They want to minimize the amount of time it takes to go from concept to finished product. With TriMark's strong reputation for durability and reliability, these off-the-shelf product solutions can also be customized to meet a customer's specific platform needs. With a broad selection of rotary latch sizes, versions, features and options to meet virtually any application, TriMark is able to simplify the process while meeting each customer's unique needs. Products range from basic stand-alone designs to integrated linkages for both FMVSS 206 and non-206 applications. All TriMark rotary latches feature the highest levels of quality, security and strength and are covered by TriMark's comprehensive worldwide warranty.

 

 

Door Systems – Providing the Big Picture Solutions for TriMark Customers

Designing and implementing a true full door system solution takes a wide range of products to ensure that all the components work together to form a rugged and reliable system to suit the intended application. TriMark's range of latches, handles, hinges, linkages, locks, accessories and related system components assure compatibility – our products not only set the standards for excellence, design and value, they are proven in the field time and time again.

Considerations must also be made regarding system details such as opening/closing efforts, structural support, appearance, door construction, safety, security, ease of assembly, quality, durability, sound of operation and value. Our Application Engineering Experts are available to assist you in properly selecting the components and products to complete your individual system solution.


 

 

  

 


 

TriMark Enjoys Success at bauma China

 

Bauma China 2016, the 8th International Trade Fair for Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines, Mining Machines and Construction Vehicles, was successfully held November 22 - 25 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

Bauma China 2016 had 2,953 exhibitors and 170,000+ visitors from 149 different countries and regions.

In addition to TriMark being able to greet many current customers we also had the opportunity to introduce TriMark’s innovative Access Hardware Solutions to those who were looking for quality hardware.

It was a great event and the result of great team work. Thanks to those of you who stopped to say “hello”!

 



 

 

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