TELESCOPIC CHANNEL

Telescopic channel/runner, also known as a drawer runner/channel is generally used in drawers, which are used for storing things. It is a small device which helps to simplify fluid motion while the drawer is closed and opened. The telescopic channel/runner is integrated with a small set of wheels which are attached to the external sides of the drawer. The telescopic drawer channel is the part that facilitates the sliding of drawers as well as many everyday utilitarian objects with vertical, horizontal guided movements. Telescopic drawer Channels are mounted on the sides of the drawer and run on ball bearing slides. Designed with a pull-out stop and a roll-out guard, this system makes the drawers easier to use and more efficient to operate. Telescopic Channels are mounted on the sides of the drawer and run on ball bearing slides. With a weight carrying capacity of up to 50 Kg and a soft closing option available, this system is a very popular choice for adding functionality to kitchens.

Drawers need telescopic channel/runner for smooth functioning; they smoothen the opening and closing function of drawers.

The increasing usage of ATM machines, gaming machines, ticket machines, and food and drink dispensing equipment, which requires telescopic channel/runners are projected to drive the demand for telescopic channel/runners in the forthcoming years.

Premium furniture is seeing increasing demand since purchasing power of consumers is rising together with economic growth; thus, rise in demand for premium furniture is expected to boost the demand for telescopic channel/runner in the residential, commercial, and industrial sector across the globe.

Growing investment opportunity, especially in developing countries such as China and India, is anticipated to boost the telescopic channel/runner market in the coming years.

The growing demand for telescopic channel/runner from the residential sector due to the increasing consumer preference to design modular kitchens coupled with rising disposable income of consumers is expected to propel the telescopic channel/runner market.

Categories of Telescopic Channels

Telescopic Channel Product Type

• Light Duty Channel/Runner
• Medium Duty Channel/Runner
• Heavy Duty Channel/Runner

Telescopic Channel/Runner Material

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Plastic

Telescopic Channel/Runner by Mounting Type

• Bottom Mounted
• Cabinet Mounted
• Drawer Mounted

Several local and regional players operate in the global market for telescopic channel/runners. The telescopic channel/runner market is fragmented due to the presence of few global and several domestic players. Most of the manufacturers and vendors promote and sell their telescopic channel/runner through e-tailer websites and via their own online sales website. Manufacturers of telescopic channel/runners are adopting key strategies of new product development and enhancement in the quality of material & delivery process. Prominent players operating in the global telescopic channel/runner market are:

• Blum Inc.
• Accuride International Inc.
• Hettich Holding GmbH & Co. oHG
• Grass
• Formenti e Giovenzana SpA
• Guangdong Taiming Metal Products Co., LTD
• King Slide Works Co., Ltd.
• Guangdong Saca Precision Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
• Guangdong Dongtai Hardware Group
• ITW Proline (Prestige)
• Arturo Salice S.p.A.
• Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company
• General Devices Company, Inc.
• Jonathan Engineered Solutions

Key Features required in telescopic drawers

Long life, hardened raceways

High loads up to 3.800 Kg. per pair of guides

Extractions up to 150%

Safe solutions with locking and damping systems

Suitable for automation with rack and pinion synchronization available

Low deflection due to sturdy profiles

Wide range of anticorrosion surface treatments