Have you ever wondered about the key factors you need to consider when deciding on the right drawer slides for a project? What aspects do you prioritise when it comes to making this crucial decision? Whether it's for a small household upgrade or a large industrial setting, making the right choice is essential. 

When it comes to selecting drawer slides, it's imperative to consider the weight, application, and industry in which they will be used. Drawer slides play a pivotal role in the functionality and longevity of cabinets, drawers, and other storage solutions.

Here, we’ll be looking at the features and functionality available from the different types of available fittings, as well as comparing the three main categories of load bearing capabilities: Heavy-Duty, Medium-Duty,

Connecting Communities: How Telecommunications Bridges Gaps with Innovative Hardware Solutions

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and global connectivity, telecommunications serve as the backbone of modern society and over the last century has made a monumental impact on our daily lives.

From facilitating seamless communication to enabling access to information across vast distances, telecommunications play a pivotal role in connecting communities worldwide. Here we’ll be exploring how innovative hardware solutions are instrumental in enhancing connectivity in the telecommunications sector.

Bridging the Gap

Telecommunications serve as a lifeline, connecting people across vast distances and diverse landscapes. Whether it's through traditional landlines, mobile networks, or satellite communication, the ability to transmit information seamlessly is paramount.

At the heart of telecommunications infrastructure

 Happy STAR WARS Day 

This got us thinking.... so just WHICH of our enclosure fittings would Han Solo's famous Millennium Falcon most likely have been fitted with?

The Millennium Falcon was a heavily modified YT-1300 freighter, and as such, it would have been fitted with a variety of other equipment that was not standard on a stock YT-1300! 

It was a versatile and powerful starship that was capable of carrying out a variety of missions; a favorite of smugglers, bounty hunters, and other outlaws, it played a key role in the Galactic Civil War - and it was probably fitted with hundreds, if not thousands, of various 

Enhancing Security for Modern Businesses

We are excited to introduce the forthcoming CLIQ Smart Locking System from Assa Abloy to the FA Parkes Catalogue. CLIQ is a key-based access control solution designed to offer sophisticated security management options for various access points. As a proud distributor of this cutting-edge technology, FA Parkes is poised to bring forth a new era of security solutions to your business.

CLIQuing into the specifics, CLIQ is a mechatronic locking system that seamlessly integrates patented, high-end mechanical and electronic protection. This comprehensive system is centered around programmable smart keys, featuring optional Bluetooth functionality, and is complemented by a range of wireless electromechanical door locks and padlocks designed

In the fast-paced and competitive world of fleet management, ensuring the safety and security of automotive assets is paramount. With the ever-present threat of theft, loss, and damage, organisations are constantly seeking innovative solutions to safeguard their valuable fleet vehicles.

This is where the Traka21 - a revolutionary digital key management system - has emerged as a game-changer to the industry, offering comprehensive protection against a range of increasing security concerns raised by fleet managers.

Lost or stolen keys are

We at FA Parkes would like to wish you and yours a very happy and healthy New Year and a prosperous 2024!

As we step into the new year, we're filled with gratitude for our incredible customers, those who've journeyed alongside us for years as well as those we've welcomed in the past year.

Together, we've built new milestones, overcome obstacles presented by these challenging times, and forged lasting connections, so here's to another year of collaboration, innovation, and building the future together!

We're back open for business as usual and raring to go! 

'Tis the season to be jolly, and while we all know the magical world of the North Pole is fuelled by pure Christmas spirit, if you look a bit closer you see the importance of some unsung heroes that keep things running smoothly at Santa's workshop!

Without essential fixings and fittings in place such as hinges, handles, locks, latches, gas struts, and drawer slides things could fall apart very quickly and ruin the festive spirit for everyone!

Take a little journey through Santa's HQ and discover how these vital components play a role in spreading some festive cheer.

Locks and Latches: Keeping Secrets Safe

In a workshop filled with the most wondrous toys and gifts, security is paramount. Locks

Black Friday may be just right around the corner but our savings start NOW! 

With HUGE savings of upto a whopping 75% off selected lines on products right across our range, there's plenty of deals on offer!

Plus, on the day itself we'll be having some ONE DAY ONLY Black Friday deals - so watch this space!

Energy efficiency is more than just a buzzword - it's a fundamental requirement for any modern industrial operation. With the rising costs of energy and increasing environmental concerns, businesses find themselves under rapidly mounting pressure to find ways to reduce their energy consumption. This is where motion control, a vital aspect of machinery operation, comes into play.

In today's rapidly evolving industrial and environmental landscape, the pursuit of energy efficiency and sustainability has never been more paramount.

For manufacturers and distributors of products that rely on motion control it's essential to understand how the products they choose can impact the world around us, and with that knowledge make informed decisions in order to enhance energy efficiency and promote sustainability across various industries they affect.