Electrical Enclosures
All Cookson operators and electrical devices are furnished in NEMA 1 general purpose
enclosures. Other enclosures are available for special and unique applications. NEMA 4
Waterproof
For exterior or wet installations
NEMA 4X
Corrosive Resistant Waterproof
For wet corrosive environments
NEMA 12
Dust and Oil Tight
For heavy or dirty industrialapplications
NEMA 7 / NEMA 9
Explosion Proof
For explosive environments
Electrical Controls
Cookson operators are furnished with a standard two or three button control station, open
- close - stop. Many other controlling devices are also available.
3 Button Push Button with Key Lockout
Provides the convenience of a push button with the security of a key station.
Key Switch
Requires a key to operate the door
Pull Cord Switch
Allows operation of the door from a fork lift
Radio Controls
Allows remote operation of a door.
Motor Starters
Cookson operators are furnished with a standard motor starter as part of the motor
operator. Remote and combination starters (motor starters with built-in disconnect
switches) are available in various NEMA enclosures.
Automatic Controls
Cookson operators can be equipped with automatic controls for ease of operation and high
cycle applications.
Loop Detectors
Automatically activates door by automobile or other vehicle. Can be used to open, close or
hold open a door.
Photocells
Broken Beam of light activates door or holds it open.
Motion Detectors
Detects motion in a specified area and activates or holds door open.
Cardkey Station
Open door by use of card key.
Timed Controls
Used to automatically close doors after a period of time.
Special Applications
The Cookson Company has engineering capabilities to design an electrical system for any
application. For information on specific applications, contact the local Cookson
Distributor.