OKW Enclosures’ VP marketing, Robert Cox, outlines key considerations for selecting durable plastic enclosures capable of delivering strength, protection and long-term reliability Smart design is helping plastic enclosures survive harsh industrial and outdoor environments. Strong and light plastic housings offer a practical alternative to diecast aluminum models in some applications. However, correct specification is crucial. Any enclosure destined for industry or the outdoors must be tough: preferably rugged enough to merit an IK impact rating. Look for either IK07 or IK08. IK07 (2 joules) is equivalent to dropping a 0.5 kg mass from a height of 400 mm;…