A DESIGN ENGINEER’S GUIDE TO MENTOR’S INDUSTRIAL HANDLES & EQUIPMENT HANDLES RANGES

MENTOR Equipment Handles
Plastic - Bow   

Plastic - Bow   

Aluminium - Square Section   

Aluminium - Square Section   

Steel - Chrome Plated   

Steel - Chrome Plated   

Stainless – Bow   

Stainless – Bow   

Recessed - Plastic   

Recessed - Plastic   

Carrying - Flip-Up   

Carrying - Flip-Up   

Plastic – Two Colour   

Plastic – Two Colour   

Plastic - Heat Resistant 

Plastic - Heat Resistant 

Aluminium - Round Section   

Aluminium - Round Section   

Steel - Chrome / Folding   

Steel - Chrome / Folding   

Example handle with custom lighting

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MENTOR is the world’s premier manufacturer of high quality industrial handles and equipment handles. Their eclectic selection includes over 50 new industrial handles designs, offering elegant and functional solutions for any application requiring a handle.

Our Handles Micro-site details over 270 part numbers. The majority of MENTOR’s standard handles are available ex-stock and at low MOQs, all with multiple size options and configurable to custom requirements.

Stunning functional industrial handles and equipment handles in many styles and materials

The handle that a designer specifies often dictates the overall aesthetics of the final product so - as with all MENTOR components - equal importance is paid to both form and function. Each industrial handle style oozes elegance and quality, is ergonomic and comfortable and can be configured to meet any dimensional requirements.

MENTOR’s standard of engineering and finish is truly second to none, with many variations available ex-stock including handles in black, grey or custom-coloured plastic, anodised aluminium, chromium-plated, shiny-matt stainless steel, powder-coated, etc.

Scroll down this page for an overview of MENTOR’s extensive industrial and equipment handle ranges then use the links to jump to the product detail (3D CAD files are generally available upon request)

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Link to MENTOR single colour plastic handles

SINGLE-COLOUR HANDLES

MENTOR’s ergonomic black plastic handles are offered in an eclectic range of shapes, sizes and styles.


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Link to MENTOR two-colour plastic handles

TWO-COLOUR HANDLES

Two colours combined create interesting styles with slip-resistant handling characteristics, in a choice of colours.


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Link to MENTOR heat resistant plastic handles

HEAT-RESISTANT HANDLES

MENTOR’s heat-resistant handles are manufactured from highly durable Duroplastic Type FS31, rated for use up to 100⁰C.

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rectangular aluminium bow handles

RECTANGULAR BOW HANDLES

MENTOR’s rectangular section aluminium bow handles are suitable for handling higher loads and available in many shapes, sizes and styles.

round aluminium bow handles

ROUND BOW HANDLES

Aluminium bow handles with round or oval profiles, available in off-set and higher load versions and suitable for many applications using pushing, pulling and lifting actions.

fingertip aluminium handles

FINGERTIP HANDLES

These MENTOR handles are designed for fingertip operation – for either gentle lifting, pulling or sliding operations. Applications include sliding cabinet door applications.

modular aluminium handle systems

MODULAR HANDLE SYSTEMS

Modular aluminium handle systems that can be customised to meet any dimension required by the application. The handle components are supplied unassembled.

steel bow handles for high bearing loads

STEEL BOW HANDLES - CHROME PLATED & BLACK POWDER COATED

MENTOR steel handles are ideal for high bearing loads and suitable for the pulling, pushing and lifting operations required in many applications. Our off-set versions provide a solution that prevents scratched knuckles in areas that are tight for space!

folding / collapsible steel bow handles

FOLDING & FIXED CHROME-PLATED STEEL HANDLES

MENTOR's many variants of folding / collapsible steel bow handles can be spring-locked into position and are offered chrome-plated, with/without plastic coating on the grip bar. M8 and M10 versions are offered.

stainless steel bow handles

STAINLESS STEEL BOW-TYPE HANDLES

Suitable for pushing, pulling and lifting handle actions in catering, medical, laboratory and industrial machinery applications where heavy chemical exposure may be found or stringent hygiene regulations apply. A polished finish.

stainless steel folding handles

STAINLESS STEEL FOLDING & FIXED HANDLES

Folding and fixed handles to be used in pairs at each end of a device or case. Suitable for pushing, pulling and lifting actions where heavy chemical exposure may be found. Supplied with a polished finish.

stainless steel handle components

STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE SYSTEMS

MENTOR has developed a Stainless-Steel Handle System so that any a custom handle can be configured to meet any application-specific dimensions. The Stainless-Steel handle components are supplied in un-assembled form.

Link to MENTOR plastic recessed handles

RECESSED PLASTIC HANDLES

MENTOR’s recessed handles are ergonomically designed for devices and housings that require a sliding or pulling operation.

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Link to MENTOR plastic folding handles

FOLDING PLASTIC & ALUMINIUM HANDLES

Front-mounted and rear-mounted tray and folding handles, available in a wide range of sizes.

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Link to MENTOR aluminium and steel folding handles

FOLDING ALUMINIUM & STEEL HANDLES

Folding recessed handle designs for devices and other applications, “spring-located” on both ends of travel.

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Link to MENTOR strap handles

STRAP HANDLES

MENTOR Strap Handles are ideal for portable cases and applications where the handle should automatically flatten with a spring-loaded action.

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carrying flip-up and prop-up handles

CARRYING & PROP-UP / FLIP-UP HANDLES

Variously described as carrying, flip-up and prop-up, these MENTOR handles are designed not only to carry but also for supporting appliances at an angle, 15° and 30° snap-close options are available.

flip-up and prop-up handles

PROP-UP / FLIP-UP HANDLES

These handles are designed to “Flip-Up” and stay in the vertical position. MENTOR offers many different sizes. Fixing is carried out using two screws. Suitable for portable cases, devices, instruments etc.

ventilation grilles and cover caps

VENTILATION GRILLES & COVER CAPS

The grilles are manufactutured from high-impact grey polystyrene. The caps are available in grey or black. MENTOR offers a wide range of sizes and shapes.

plastic, rubber, steel and brass feet

FEET - PLASTIC, RUBBER, STEEL & BRASS

MENTOR offers a huge range of Feet. The feet options include plastic; rubber and metal. Many different sizes and configurations are available.

front panel and circuit board handles

FRONT PANEL & CIRCUIT BOARD HANDLES

MENTOR has a wide range of Front-Panel Handles and Circuit Board Handles. Various sizes and dimensions are available.