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title: "Modular vs. Unibody: Choose the Ideal Enclosure Guide"
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# Modular vs. Unibody: Choose Your Ideal Enclosure

 

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When it comes to selecting the right industrial enclosure, too often the conversation pits modular enclosure design against unibody enclosures in a this-versus-that decision.

But the truth is that automation architects need modular *and* unibody enclosures to meet the needs of a modern manufacturing space; the trick is understanding which kind of enclosure design you need and when. 

What’s the ideal enclosure for protection and durability? Which enclosure is best for ease of assembly and integration? Which enclosure makes the most sense for versatility in construction material?

##### From the industrial automation experts at Rittal, we have the information you need to select the ideal enclosure for your manufacturing needs.

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