Press information To download a text file of this release, a 250 pixel wide low-res image for web use or a 300dpi print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk/elma-mektron Elma-Mektron launches unique dual wall COTS ATR chassis at DSEi 07 Released 13 July 2007 On stand 1767, the centrepiece of the Elma-Mektron display at DSEI 2007, 11th-14th September, will be a functioning demonstration of the new dual wall liquid cooled ATR chassis, developed from the company's field-proven air-cooled design, which is in service across numerous different fighting platforms. The new liquid cooled version offers a 300% increase in thermal efficiency, providing a thermal budget of up to 1500W per chassis, enabling the latest high performance boards to run well within their operating temperature envelope. The dual wall modular design is a sophisticated sub-assembly that significantly reduces MTTR. The cooling sidewalls are Line Replacement Units, so a swap-out is a very simple process that can be carried out in the field. As the two sides are independent of each other, cooling is still provided in the event of damage to one side; the design also gives additional protection to the vulnerable rear face of the chassis. Three versions using different materials, protective coatings and connectors are available, enabling sea water, aviation fuel or CFCs, ammonia or various alcohols to be used as the cooling fluid to suit the application. The patented High Integrity Frame design is typically 25% lighter than conventional dip brazed constructions. Also on the stand will be examples of complete standard or custom system platforms, developed in close collaboration with customers' design teams to produce solutions optimised to specific applications with minimum TTM. Elma's large range of standard subracks, enclosures and cabinets; standard backplanes for various bus standards and other components such as rotary switches will also be on show. *** Ends: body copy 258 words *** Notes to Editors. For further information: Dave Martin Elma-Mektron Unit 8 Bedford Business Centre Mile Road Bedford MK42 9TW Tel: + 44 (0)1234 272677 fax: + 44 (0)1234 761335 sales@elma-mektron.co.uk www.elma-mektron.co.uk; www.elma.com Agency contact: Nigel May Parkfield Communications Ltd Parkfield House Damerham Hants SP6 3HQ tel: + 44 (0)1725 518321 fax: + 44 (0)1725 518378 Nigel_May@parkfield.co.uk www.parkfield.co.uk