Lapp India powers industrial efficiency with SKINTOP solutions

By Staff Report June 30, 2025 2:49 pm IST

Lapp India powers industrial efficiency with its SKINTOP® cable glands, delivering safe, durable, and easy-to-install solutions for diverse applications.

LAPP India, a leading producer of cable and connectivity solutions, is redefining industrial cable management with its innovative SKINTOP® range of cable glands. Engineered to meet diverse application needs across both critical and general industrial settings, SKINTOP® delivers customised, high-performance solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and ease of installation.

The SKINTOP® portfolio features two complementary polyamide gland product lines SKINTOP® ST / STR and SKINTOP® SMART designed to meet evolving industrial demands. SKINTOP® ST / STR cable glands are globally certified and ideal for harsh industrial environments such as cleanrooms, energy networks, automation systems, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and data centres.

Manufactured from durable polyamide with metric (M12–M63) and PG (PG 7–48) threads, these glands offer a wide clamping range, ingress protection up to IP68 (5 bar/30 min) and IP69, flame resistance up to 650°C, and certifications including CE, UL, DNV, VDE, and UKCA — making them suitable for export-ready, hygienic, and outdoor installations.

The SKINTOP® SMART series, produced at LAPP’s cutting-edge facility in Dharuhera, caters to general-purpose industrial applications such as control panels, junction and array boxes, limit switches, parking systems, and surveillance setups. Compact and easy to assemble, these cable glands support clamping sizes from M12 to M32 and PG 7 to 29, provide robust ingress protection up to IP68, and are UR (UL Recognised) certified to meet local installation requirements.

Sumit Mitra, Managing Director, LAPP India, stated, “Every industrial application has unique cable and connection needs, and at LAPP, we believe the right cable requires the right gland for effective solutions With decades of expertise, we offer a comprehensive range of cable glands SKINTOP® ST / STR for demanding, certified environments and SMART for reliable, high-quality mainstream installations reflecting our commitment to delivering complete, dependable industrial solutions.”

SKINTOP® cable glands provide multiple advantages that address key industrial challenges. They offer IP68 and IP69 protection to prevent dust, water, and contaminants from affecting connections, while their vibration-resistant design secures cables and extends lifespan. The tool-free, intuitive assembly ensures quick installation, reducing downtime.

Available in plastic, brass, and stainless steel, SKINTOP® caters to a wide range of industrial needs. These glands are built to withstand extreme temperatures, UV exposure, ozone, hot water, and aggressive chemicals, making them ideal for sectors such as oil and gas, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and marine applications.

From machine tools and robotics to renewable energy and transportation, SKINTOP® continues to help industries achieve safer and more efficient operations through simplified, high-quality cable entry solutions.