Rise and fall double socket

[bilbo_88]

Doing a job in a restaurant, and owner would like sockets hung from the ceiling that can retract back to ceiling after use. Any ideas? Personally thought the only option would be something rigid because of potential damage etc. Any advice on alternatives appreciated!

Thanks!

 

[Fox]

There are retractable sockets available, but they look dreadful! Are these wanting fitting where customers will see?

 

[bilbo_88]

There are retractable sockets available, but they look dreadful! Are these wanting fitting where customers will see?

Yeah it will be in site of the customers.

 

[Fox]

Hmm, not sure. Maybe someone else can point you in the right direction later.

All I can think of are those kitchen sockets that recess into kitchen worktops - Powerport - Pop Up Sockets & USB Charger - Stainless Steel Top Finish

Probably no use for ceiling mounting though!

 

[Rigpig]

is this the type of thing your client is after? We use them above our welders bench..... hope his taste in food is better than his taste in decor

https://www.google.co.uk/imgres?img...0CAUQMygCMAI4ZGoVChMIodustoLvxwIVRFwsCh3CsA4Z

 

[Marvo]

We have a few overhead tool balancers above the benches in our workshop but I've never seen a similar system for power sockets. I've seen a motorised retractable service column in a hospital operating theatre ceiling that had a vacuum point, oxygen point and lighting affixed to it but I'd imagine it cost an absolute fortune. Why specifically do they need the sockets to 'retract'?

 

[Farmelectrics]

consult your local wholesalers ive installed them in a large kitchen project in the past

 

[DPG]

I'm definitely intrigued as to why he wants them. I don't recall ever needing to plug something in while I'm having my meal Daz

 

[Adam W]

Yes, why do they want sockets hung from the ceiling? Normally if you wanted sockets in the middle of a room you'd use floor sockets, especially if aesthetics are a consideration.
What are they going to be used for?

 

[davesparks]

Retractable drum systems are available. You can get drums which you fit whatever cable you want onto. The roof of the Albert hall is full of big ones for the stage lighting multicores

 

[bilbo_88]

Thanks for the feedback. So its to hover over the bakers work station, so going to have loads of flour etc all over the work surface, and the sockets are incase he wants to plug a mixer or something in. It's all open plan so customers can see. Hopefully I've painted a half decent picture! Haven't seen any myself except for the bulky workshop ones. I did consult my local CEF who are still on the case as of this afternoon lol

 

[UNG]

How about these units

Suspended Units

 

[SS-2015]

Almost a pointless post as they don't seem to do UK socket, but these are pretty cool....

Almost Genius: A Wall-Socket With Built-In Extension Cord | Fast Company | Business + Innovation

 

[Richard Burns]

Can you not just mount a retractable extension cable reel on the ceiling and install a local ceiling socket.
Then you just have the trailing socket hanging down.
And once they realise how bad an idea it is you can just unplug it!

 

[Adam W]

I believe it's customary to use stainless steel dado or bench trunking for this.

 

[LeeH]

is this the type of thing your client is after? We use them above our welders bench..... hope his taste in food is better than his taste in decor

https://www.google.co.uk/imgres?img...0CAUQMygCMAI4ZGoVChMIodustoLvxwIVRFwsCh3CsA4Z

But you will have to fully extend the cord before using anything with significant load.

i.e a welder.

 

[Rigpig]

But you will have to fully extend the cord before using anything with significant load.

i.e a welder.

Hi LeeH,

the above mentioned retractable outlets are an example of what we use as a tidy solution for an external welders bench on a drill ship. Means there are no trailing leads going across the decks while we are using 110V/208V power tools, which stops the buffoons damaging the cable.
The welding plants themselves are all 480V Miller types which supply multiple welding outlets throughout the rig and so we wouldn't use that type of retractable outlet for them.
Although you are right in 1 respect, our welder is indeed a significant load..... the fat ****
cheers
Dave