F.Fonseca presents gateway Wireless Bolt - Anybus® from HMS   Wireless connector giving a machine or cabinet wireless access via Bluetooth® or Wireless LAN (WLAN).   Gateway wireless bolt enables you to connect industrial machines and devices to a wireless network. It is attached onto a cabinet or a machine to enable wireless access over Bluetooth®, Bluetooth Low Energy® or WLAN (WiFi). On the wired side, the Anybus Wireless Bolt communicates over Industrial Ethernet, supporting protocols such as BACnet/IP, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP as well as TCP/IP and UDP.   Gateway wireless bolt gives you direct access to configure or troubleshoot your machinery. With a range of 100 meters you can access the internal web pages via a laptop, tablet or smartphone. BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) means that you no longer need an expensive HMI. A machine operator or technician does not need to be physically located at the machine to gain access.

A F.Fonseca apresenta calibrador de bloco seco da para temperaturas até 1210ºC, ADT875-1210 da Additel   O ADT875-1210 é o novo calibrador de bloco seco da Additel para temperaturas até 1210ºC. Com este calibrador a Additel reforça a sua linha de calibradores de bloco seco, combinando excelente estabilidade e uniformidade radial e axial, com rapidez. Com a opção PC acrescentamos as capacidades de leitura de 4 canais de temperatura com um calibrador de processo. Na série de maior precisão ADT878, os valores da exatidão e uniformidade axial e radial melhoram de modo a obtermos desempenhos de referência nas calibrações de termopares. O calibrador ADT875-1210 tem gama de utilização de 100º a 1210ºC, resolução de 0.01ºC, precisão de ±2.0ºC (ADT878-1210 @1210ºC ±1.5ºC) e estabilidade de ±0.1ºC em toda a escala. A opção de calibrador de processo (PC) combina as muitas funções de um calibrador de processo HART com um calibrador de temperatura. Com esta opção temos a capacidade calibração de termopares S|R|K|B|N|E|J|T|L|U e de ler sinais mA, V, comutadores ou transmissores. Adicionalmente o calibrador permite criar tarefas, comunica por HART e capturar imagens do ecrã para necessidades futuras com um toque por botão. É ainda possível controlar o calibrador pela sonda de referência ou pela sonda interna. As tarefas de calibração podem ser programadas e registadas de modo a facilitar o trabalho de calibração em campo, podendo o calibrador ser controlado remotamente.   Este equipamento é indicado para aplicação em diversas áreas de atuação, tais como laboratórios de calibração, manutenção industrial, qualidade e indústria.

F.Fonseca presents 4 reasons to choose Ventis® MX4 from Industrial Scientific   Whether you’re performing daily confined space entries, wearing the monitor for personal gas detection, or anything in between, there’s a Ventis MX4 configuration that’s right for you.   1 - Adaptability Eliminate the need for two monitors by using Ventis MX4 for personal monitoring and confined space entry. Ideal for operators who use monitors primarily for personal protection and occasionally require a pump, the Ventis® Slide-on Pump installs with no tools and has a 50-foot draw.   2 – Lower Lifetime Cost Reduce your total cost of ownership with a four-year warranty that ensures the Ventis MX4 stands the test of time in a range of industrial settings. Warranty covers instrument hardware and select sensors (CO, H2S, O2, and LEL).   3 – Lightweight Durability A rugged yet lightweight and wearable design means the Ventis MX4 moves with you—without getting in your way.   4 – Sensor Options With eight sensor options, you can configure your Ventis MX4 to detect up to four gas hazards simultaneously. Plus, you’re covered by a four-year warranty on CO, H2S, O2, and LEL sensors.

A F.Fonseca apresenta Soluções globais e higiénicas da Murrelektronik para a indústria alimentar e bebidas   A indústria alimentar e de bebidas é de elevada exigência para componentes e materiais no que diz respeito ao grau de proteção, resistência à corrosão e higiene. A Murrelektronik dispõe de soluções completas para as mais exigentes aplicações deste setor de atividade e que cumprem com as normativas de segurança e higiene alimentar regulamentadas. Na Murrelektronik destacam-se as soluções de cabos diferenciadas para as 3 zonas de processamento alimentar. Mas os recursos disponibilizados vão ainda mais longe e incluem equipamentos IP69K com rede industrial (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, EtherCAT, etc.) para sinais digitais e IO-Link. As 3 gamas de conetores da Murrelektronik para a indústria alimentar e bebidas são IP66k ou IP69k. A linha de cabos M12 com ficha em aço inoxidável M12 F&B Steel é idealmente aplicada em zonas onde os conetores de plástico atingem o seu limite de resistência. Adequados para a zona 1 (contacto com alimentos) e zona 2 (contacto com agentes de limpeza), conferem proteção IP69k e resistência à lavagem com altas pressões. Já a linha de cabos M12 F&B PP-Line foi desenhada com base nos mais recentes requisitos da agência europeia EHEDG. Em polipropileno azul, são adequados para a zona 1 e 2 onde cumprem com as mais exigentes necessidades de limpeza e higiene e estão preparados para contacto direto com os alimentos sem riscos de absorção ou contaminação dos produtos. Para a zona 3, onde já não há qualquer possibilidade de contacto com os alimentos, a Murrelektronik desenvolveu a linha M12 F&B Plus, com ficha em aço inoxidável adequado para processos de limpeza normais e uso ligeiro de agentes de limpeza. Para fechar o ciclo e auxiliar na recolha dos sinais que pretendemos levar ao quadro elétrico, a Murrelektronik dispõe de soluções de concentração de sinais, totalmente em aço inoxidável e com proteção IP69k, seja com rede industrial integrada ou com sinais discretos. Todos os produtos Murrelektronik para a indústria alimentar e bebidas cumprem com a normativa FDA, são desenhados de acordo com as regulamentações da EHEDG, sendo testados e certificados pelo Ecolab®.

F.Fonseca presents industrial network to industrial network X - gateway - Anybus® from HMS Certified and proven industrial gateway family connecting almost any two industrial networks. Over 200 versions available, all very easy to configure and install. No extra programming required! Connecting Industrial Networks and PLC worlds  The Anybus® X-gateway family is a product line consisting of over 200 different products aimed to connect almost every possible combination of two industrial networks. The product family supports 17 different fieldbus networks such as Profibus, DeviceNet, CANopen and CC-Link as well as industrial Ethernet versions supporting Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus-TCP and EtherCAT. The X-gateways are designed for use in industrial automation plants where increasingly many different networks are used. The X-gateways help system integrators to easily inter-connect any two networks, enabling consistent information flow throughout the entire plant. 

F.Fonseca presents True Presence® and True Presence® Multisensor presence detectors from Steinel   Greater efficiency, comfort and convenience In hotels, for example, smart sensors detect which rooms guests are in. If there are no guests, the lighting and air conditioning are automatically adjusted. This action can save a lot of energy and make services faster and more efficient.   True Presence® and True Presence® Multisensor These innovative sensors detect the presence of one or more people. Air quality can also be monitored and adjusted using the air conditioning system present in the installation.   Precise fit When guests are absent, the air conditioner switches to ECO mode. Reducing the temperature by 1ºC, both in heating and cooling, can provide energy savings of up to 6%. When guests are inside the hotel room, they can conveniently adjust the air conditioning.   Human Detection Conventional presence detectors are not suitable for hotel rooms, because although they detect movement, they do not detect the actual presence. On the other hand, STEINEL's True Presence® technology reliably detects hotel guests, regardless of whether they are moving or not.   Cleaning service The service team can efficiently structure the work plan so that guests never come across those responsible for cleaning. The cleaning plan can also be organized according to the guests' routine and particular habits.   Service tablet The tablet attached to the cleaning cart indicates the state, in particular, of each room. With this information the cleaning service can design your planning efficiently. The guest is not disturbed and the reception can provide accurate information, at any time, regarding the preparation of the room for the next customer.

F.Fonseca presents TR110 Lock safety locking device unites from SICK   The TR110 Lock safety locking device unites the best of proven technologies: high manipulation protection of the transponder technology for monitoring the actuator and the ruggedness and reliability of the mechanical locking device. The self-monitoring semiconductor outputs (OSSDs) with PL e (EN ISO 13849) result in a high level of safety, both for the door and for the locking monitoring. The optional escape release enables unlocking of the locking device from the hazardous area. The variants with two illuminable pushbuttons make it possible to trigger control signals such as door requests or resets directly on the safety switch.   When we need to lock moving parts of a machine securely, the TR110 Lock security device delivers on its promises. With an impressive blocking force of up to 3,900 N, it offers truly reliable protection. Whether used to protect mobile guards to prevent injuries to hands or arms, or as protection on access doors, when access to the hazardous area is possible, the TR110 Lock prevents the user from accessing these areas while the high encryption of the actuator makes manipulation virtually impossible.   The safety device with lock TR110 Lock from SICK is suitable for application in any industry, regardless of the sector of activity.

It was in September the fires that destroyed Australia's natural habitat for huge animals started. F.Fonseca immediately decided to help Koala Conservation Australia Inc. koala rescue hospital by adopting two, Anwen and Paul. Look here. Today, in times of a pandemic where we are bombarded with less good news, we received an email that cheered us immensely and made us sure that we will always be associated with good causes, which will effectively make a difference even on the other side of the world.   Dear Carlos Santos,   We are sending you this email because you very kindly adopted Anwen who was the first female koala brought into the Koala Hospital as a result of the devastating bushfires which ravaged the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and many other parts of Australia at the end of last year.  Anwen is about 4-5 years old, and had badly burnt hands, feet, arms and fur.  For months she sat quietly in a basket in an intensive care unit. When it was decided her wounds had healed enough to no longer need dressing she was moved to an external, rehabilitation yard. Although quiet, she was active, cheeky and enjoyed moving around her enclosure and eating leaf. The current times are very challenging for everyone and we wanted to bring you a good news story to hopefully lift your spirits!   Anwen was ready to go home and was released back to her home range last Friday, 3rd April, 2020. We would like to thank you for the wonderful support you gave to Anwen through our Adopt a Wild Koala Programme. Without your support Anwen may not have received the excellent care she was given which allowed her to heal and flourish. Our aim is to rescue, rehabilitate and release koalas back to their home range where possible. While it was very sad to see Anwen go we know that this is the very best outcome. We only have 18 koalas on the Adopt a Wild Koala programme but in normal circumstances we treat more than 300 koalas a year.  We are hoping that you will leave your adoption in place until it is due for renewal to allow us to continue to care for the other koalas currently at the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital. If you choose to do this, you don't need to do anything and we will contact you about a month before your adoption is due to expire.   Best regards, Sue Ashton, President Koala Conservation Australia   Remember here the other solidarity campaign that F.Fonseca organized to help Australia.  

F.Fonseca presents Mitsubishi Electric solutions for the water sector. Mitsubishi Electric is a reliable partner for its Automation Solutions in this area, with over 50 years of experience. Mitsubishi Electric in Asia is synonymous with having high quality and reliable automation solutions in the Water Distribution and Treatment sector, Wastewater Treatment and Irrigation with highly robust products and complete solutions both in the field, in processing and monitoring and control. For all projects in this area, Mitsubishi Electric has a wide range of products developed with specific functions for this sector in the case of high-energy Variable Speed ​​Drives, Mitsubishi Serie iQ-R and iQ-F automata that are tailored installation according to the processing of each unit and the SCADA MAPS 4.0 control and monitoring system. Mitsubishi's SCADA allows us to use industrial networks with open protocols, this feature makes us different in the market, as this feature allows us to integrate several processing and control systems in a transparent way, with the ability to expand preparing your installation for the future. Mitsubishi Electric, combining all the advantages of its systems, allows us to optimize water treatment installations, not only minimizing initial implementation costs but also contributing to a more efficient and effective operation of each installation.

Another year, the 6th in a row, that F.Fonseca brings the PME Excellence home! In difficult times of the COVID-19 pandemic, the public recognition of the PME Excellence 2019 statute, attributed by IAPMEI, is something that motivates and reminds F.Fonseca that the effort, discipline and dedication are mostly rewarded and that lowering arms is not an option for this company. In recent years F.Fonseca has maintained a well-paced performance, with 11% growth compared to the previous year, getting closer and closer to the 12 million euros mark! The commitment to new brands, trends and technologies based on high tech solutions has been a constant, combined not only with the strengthening of the skills of its human assets through training and well-being, but also with the reinforcement of teams with new hires. Aware that the year 2020 will represent one of the greatest challenges in the history of the company, F.Fonseca sought to reposition itself and adapt to this new reality in order to meet and exceed the expectations of its customers, partners and suppliers through an innovative and consistent posture.

F.Fonseca presents palletizing TM Operator from Techman Robot Techman Robot offers TM Operator, an all-in-one application-based solution, as a ready to-use and proven automation solution for businesses to quickly and effectively deploy collaborative robots in the workplace, without over-investing.   Our application-based cobot solution minimizes businesses’ efforts and costs while automating production lines, providing a competitive total cost of ownership. With TM Operator, we provide businesses a more sensible investment and easy deployment to increase production efficiency and flexibility - taking away the high cost and complexity of assembling a solution from numerous sources. By minimizing cost and effort, we are helping many businesses to maximize their return on investment. Application-based cobot solutions come with TM Robot(s), as well as task-compatible end effectors, an application-based software and hardware peripherals that work together seamlessly.

F.Fonseca presents datalogger industrial multichannel FieldLogger from Novus   FieldLogger is a module for reading and recording analog, digital and other variables, with great speed and resolution. It is a high performance and connectivity device, but easy to operate and configure. It allows various types of visualization, registration and information processing. It can also be used as an analog + digital I/O expansion for PLC's in monitoring and control applications.   The FieldLogger has 8 software configurable analog inputs for voltage, current, thermocouple, Pt100 and Pt1000 signals. It has 2 relay outputs and 8 digital ports individually configurable as input or output. It has up to 128 channels for calculating quantities from the measured information. The 32 alarm events allow the triggering of outputs, sending emails or SNMP traps. The RS485 interface works with Modbus RTU protocol and can be configured as a master or slave, which allows the acquisition of up to 64 external channels for registration. The Ethernet interface allows access to the equipment by browser (HTTP), FTP (client or server), SNMP and Modbus TCP. One of the USB ports allows you to connect to a computer for configuration, monitoring or data collection. The other makes it possible to connect a Pen Drive for data collection. Its 512k memory can be expanded by SD card. For viewing or local configuration, the exclusive HMI (optional) with color display can be used, which can be attached or installed remotely. The user-friendly configuration software allows you to change the settings, whether via Ethernet, USB or RS485, in addition to online diagnostics, collection of records and export to different formats.

F. Fonseca informs that as of Monday, March 16, it will further reinforce its contingency plan to prevent the spread of the new corona virus (COVID-19).   This reinforcement will imply: 1. The adoption of teleworking by most employees. The employees who will be essential to the normal functioning of the activity will remain in the company; 2. Until the end of the alert state decreed by the Portuguese government (April 9), all meetings at the company with external persons as well as commercial and / or technical visits will be canceled, except in very exceptional situations, duly justified and with the safeguarding of all necessary protective measures. Alternatively, remote communication tools will be adopted (email, telephone, Skype, WhatsApp, among others); 3. All face-to-face service at the company's facilities, including parcel delivery, will be suspended during this period; 4. The logistical services will be in operation, receiving goods and dispatching orders, all of which will be sent by carrier.   These are preventive measures that aim to safeguard the health and safety of everyone at F.Fonseca and above all, everyone in our community. On our part, we will make every effort to keep all our services active, regretting right now any delay that may arise from this absolutely extraordinary situation. F.Fonseca reminds and appeals to all its customers to follow the recommendations of the DGS. We have no doubt that we will all be able to overcome this serious public health crisis that we are currently experiencing!

With the support of all, F.Fonseca managed to plant 1001 trees in Australia!   Since January 9, 2020, F.Fonseca has dedicated itself to bringing together its customers, employees, suppliers and the general population, around the solidarity cause Let’s help Australia? With the objective of raising funds for the planting of trees in that country which, unfortunately, suffered a heartbreaking tragedy.   The campaign was developed through PPL, a crowdfunding platform, dedicated to supporting fundraising. This initiative, which was published in the Diário de Aveiro newspaper, on the various social networks and on the company's website, appealed to everyone to join and had an incentive of € 1 = 1 tree, highlighting the fact that “together we are stronger” and that each € makes a difference!   The organization chosen for the execution of this action was OneTreePlanted, focused on global reforestation, non-profit. With the support of everyone who believed in this cause, it will be possible to donate the amount raised until the end of the campaign that ended, on February 17th, with a total of 1001€. This means that F.Fonseca was able to raise enough funds to plant 1001 trees, help with reforestation, habitat restructuring and increased food available for animals in Australia!   It was not an easy task. The start of the campaign was shaky and uncertain, due to the slowness with which the contributions were arriving. However, there was great support, a great lesson in team spirit, citizenship and solidarity, which filled the hearts of all those involved! “There are gestures that make us believe that we are contributing to a better world and, above all, cultivating citizenship, whether here or thousands of kilometers away.” This initiative joins so many others already organized by this company, with great social and environmental awareness, always with a view to a better world!   F.Fonseca was only the vehicle that brought this campaign to a successful conclusion, but the real merit is of those who gave their contribution and committed themselves to helping to give hope back to Australia.   When we believe in a cause and give everything for it, success is guaranteed! Our special thanks to Diário de Aveiro, Publindústria, the Tensai Indústria team, Associação de Assistência de Eixo and Patronato Nossa Senhora das Dores.

F.Fonseca presents mechanical bolt for rugged door safeguarding MB1 from SICK   The MB1 mechanical bolt is the ideal addition to non-contact safety switches and safety locking devices from SICK. Precise guiding of the actuator increases the tolerance to door offset and ensures correct functioning of an installed safety switch at all times. In addition, a mechanical bolt effectively prevents actuator breakage. The fault exclusion realized in this way enables a high performance level for the overall structure. Additional options such as a mechanical lock with padlock receptacle lock or an emergency release reliably protect maintenance staff from accidental entrapment. The bolt for safety switches is an accessory that is combined with a safety switch (with or without a locking device). The safety switch is mounted on the frame plate. The actuator of the safety switch is mounted on the door bolt unit. If the door bolt unit is moved into the locked position, the actuator moves with it and operates the safety switch.

A F.Fonseca apresenta visão artificial na robótica, 8 de maio.   Os sistemas de visão para a robótica têm desempenhado um papel vital na otimização dos processos de produção industrial. Conscientes dessa realidade a F.Fonseca e a Sick promoverão seminário sobre Visão artificial na robótica.   Esta ação dotará os participantes de conhecimentos sobre as diferentes tecnologias de visão utilizadas nesta área, permitindo-lhes identificar as diferentes soluções de visão artificial da Sick no campo da robótica.   Gerard Ester, gestor de produto das áreas de Visão Artificial, Identificação e Medição na Sick Espanha e Tiago Carvalho, gestor de produto das áreas de Segurança, Medição e Identificação Automática na F.Fonseca, assumirão a responsabilidade de dinamizar este evento bastante prático onde todos os presentes poderão testar e comprovar em primeira mão a fiabilidade, inovação e simplicidade das soluções Sick.   O seminário realizar-se-á no dia 8 de Maio na sede da F.Fonseca. A inscrição é gratuita e as vagas são limitadas.   Para mais informações aceda ao plano de formação da F.Fonseca em https://www.ffonseca.com/pt/plano-formacao.php ou consulte-nos diretamente através do correio eletrónico formacao@ffonseca.com.

F.Fonseca presents sensor integration Gateway SIG100 from SICK   The SIG100 Sensor Integration Gateway is an IO-Link sensor hub which makes collecting and monitoring digital standard signals easier than ever.   Logical decisions are made based on the user configuration, and the results are transmitted via IO-Link to any IO-Link master. Devices are parameterized quickly and easily via an integrated USB interface and the SOPAS ET graphical user interface. For various applications, a drag & drop logic editor enables the quick and easy creation of an autonomous sensor system which can be operated separately from the central controller (PLC).

F.Fonseca presents the ideal solution for integration in AGVs and other mobile vehicles from Techman Robot   Techman Robot's TM-M mobile series, comprising the versions TM5M-700, TM5M-900, TM12M-1300 and TM14M-1100, are powered at 20-60V DC, making them compatible with most brands of AGVs and others mobile vehicles. Through the use of “TM - Landmark”, mobile robots can orient themselves in a 3D space, as an automatic data sequence, to serve several machines. This allows the TM-M to operate between two or more positions without problems. With the investment in this mobile series, with integrated vision system, Techman offers customers a complete solution that allows greater versatility and provides high performance automation solutions for industrial production. The main features of this series are the DC power supply from 20VDC to 60VDC, the integrated view that, through the use of the “TM - Landmark”, allows the robot to orient itself in a 3D space, being available in the TM5M-700, TM5M-900 versions, TM12M-1300 and TM14M-1100. Simplicity, intelligence and security are the absolute advantages of this solution. Simplicity at the level of revolutionary user interface system and easy to implement, intelligence with the integrated vision system (master in robotic vision) and the security adequate to the requirements of ISO10218-1 & ISO / TS15066. The Techman Robot TM-M mobile series is suitable for different applications that include, among others, logistics, handling, palletizing, deburring and the electronics industry.

F.Fonseca presents new possibilities for industrial wireless solutions from HMS HMS presents a new and updated version of the popular Wireless Bridge Gateway. Anybus® Wireless Bridge II supports wireless communications, reliable, up to 400 meters and can communicate via Bluetooth or WLAN. It is ideal for replacing Ethernet cabling in locations that are difficult to access, dangerous or where it is even impossible to install.   Replacement of cable or access point With the Anybus® II gateways implementation, automation engineers are able to achieve new and smarter infrastructures for their networks. Often used as an Ethernet cable replacement (as point-to-point communication), Wireless Bridge II can also be used as an access point for several WLAN / Bluetooth nodes such as smartphones or tablets. In this process we have achieved great savings thanks to the reduction in the use of Ethernet cabling.   What's new? The new Anybus® Wireless Bridge II supports a greater range in the wireless network (400 meters) and includes an even more powerful wireless antenna in its construction. This gateway is easy to configure, either by buttons or via the new integrated web interface.   Network troubleshooting for system integrators By connecting industrial devices and networks wirelessly, Anybus® Wireless Bridge II makes life easier for system integrators and automation engineers who sometimes need to create connections across high-risk, local areas difficult to access or mobile installations where cables are not desirable. This wireless gateway is a proven solution for establishing communications on the most common industrial networks such as PROFINET, EtherNet / IP, BACnet / IP and Modbus TCP, providing users with a robust and maintenance-free wireless connection.   This gateway is suitable for application in any industry, regardless of the industry.

New F.Fonseca Process, Instrumentation & Environment magazine, edition 2020   2019 was a busy year in which F.Fonseca celebrated its 40th anniversary with the representation of new brands, new products, new signings, various events and initiatives!   We seek to share them with you, together with the latest high tech solutions in process, instrumentation and environment, in the January 2020 edition, available in paper and online versions.   The brands presented are numerous. You can access news from Additel, Advantech, Detectronic, Impac, Industrial Scientific, Jumo, Kobold, Metrel, Mitsubishi Electric, Presys, SICK, Synergys Technologies, Teltonika, Teledyne and Testo.   Creating a long-range, low-consumption monitoring network using LoRa is one of the challenges proposed on the cover of this edition, learn how!   As a new brand in the process segment, F.Fonseca introduces you to Detectronic, founded in 2011 in the United Kingdom, which already has some awards and innovations in its curriculum. Detectronic designs and manufactures a variety of ultrasonic flowmeters for wastewater, water level and quality, for the intelligent monitoring of sewage, wastewater and commercial effluents. It uses ultrasonic flow measurement technology to help water companies manage their networks and processes effectively. Find out how to easily choose the flowmeter best suited to your application within this publication!   Also inviting you to access the 2020 training plan now, available online at www.ffonseca.com/plano-formacao, do not miss the opportunity to increase your knowledge and the productivity of your company!   If you have not yet received a copy of this magazine in your mailbox, you can request it for free via email marketing@ffonseca.com or consult it in digital format at www.ffonseca.com/downloads.  

F.Fonseca embraces the “Operação Nariz Vermelho” cause.   Keeping the bet of associating the annual satisfaction questionnaire with a solidarity initiative, in late 2019 F.Fonseca embraced a new cause, Operação Nariz Vermelho! For each questionnaire answered, within the announced deadline, they reverted 5€ to support this institution, totaling 715€!   The delivery of the solidarity check that symbolizes the donation was made at F.Fonseca headquarters on January 14, 2020, by F.Fonseca marketing director Solange Silva, to Alexandra Matos, institution north fundraiser.   Operação Nariz Vermelho main mission is to bring joy to hospitalized children, their families and health professionals, through the art and image of Doctors Clowns and whose donations become big smiles!   More than 46,000 children are visited each year, an incredible number whose viability is only possible through the various support received.   Associated with this first initiative F.Fonseca intends in 2020 to continue this partnership of support and contributions.   We continue to believe that together we are stronger, so the contribution to this and other institutions, which mostly survive from donations, is not only about direct support, but also about how important it is to assume this role in society, both by different entities and organizations, as well as the very People who constitute them.

F.Fonseca wants to help and needs your contribution! It’s not news anymore: flames up to 60 meters high are devastating Australia. More than 10 million acres have burned. Around 1000 million animals were killed and those who survived are still in danger because of dehydration, hunger and disease.   New South Wales is one of the biggest states in the country. There is the Koala Hospital’s headquarters, from where we recently adopted 2 young koalas, victims of the wild fires: Paul and Anwen.   Now, it’s time to recover their habitats and guarantee that they, and all the rest of the Australian animals, have homes and food again. We need your help to gather money to plant as many trees as possible!   1 euro = 1 tree.   We know how it feels, to watch your country burn. Years of effort and natural growth vanish in minutes. We feel it under our skin. And here, in Portugal, it didn’t happen with this magnitude.   Let’s help? We are counting on you! And so is Australia.   How can you make your donation? Through the crowdfunding campaign www.ppl.pt/causas/ffonseca you can donate the desired amount by the usual means of payment (ATM, bank transfer, credit card, PayPal or MB WAY).   All collected funds will be delivered to OneTreePlanted   Solidarity campaign valid from January 8 to February 8, 2020.     Update: See the results of the campaign here!

For a merrier Christmas to everyone!   One again, F.Fonseca launched a solidarity campaign, from the 3rd until the 20th of December. Its goal was the collection of food and hygiene products to those in need. The names of the associations we chose to help are “Obra da Criança” and “Associação Humanitária Mão Amiga”, both settled in our district. These associations shelter kids and young adults living in risk: orphans, targets of physical / psychological abuse and who were neglected. They also support families in a very precarious socioeconomics’ situation. Besides that, we were shocked by how difficult it is to match the basic needs of these children. It’s hard to imagine that they take baths without shampoo nor shower gel and that there’s no toothpaste or toilet paper enough for all. Also, it is important to mention how hard it is to feed all those kids, from 2 to 18 years old. Therefore, we felt the necessity to make this Christmas season a happier and cosier one to the children in these institutions. We opened our doors to all people who wanted to join our humanitarian and caring spirit. With the help of our employees, suppliers, partners and all the community around, we gathered more than 370 kilos of food and hygiene products, surpassing the number of packages collected last year.  Christmas is a synonym of solidarity, but these necessities exist all year long. We would like to thank all those who participated in this campaign, specially Rittal, who donated a big box full of hygiene products. This year, the administration of F.Fonseca doubled its donation, totalizing almost 83 kilos of products. We hope that this example mobilizes others to do the same in the future! In the end, our memory is carved with smiles and happiness, given to us by those who needed us most. And that’s all that matters. We are F.Fonseca!  

A  F.Fonseca ajuda-o a poupar tempo e dinheiro numa instalação elétrica! Com o GESIS® CLASSIC da Wieland Electric pode chegar a poupanças de 55% em tempo e 20% em custos. O GESIS® CLASSIC da Wieland Electric apresenta inúmeras vantagens, destacamos a conexão rápida entre todos os elementos do sistema – blocos distribuidores, cabos pré-assemblados, conetores e caixas de distribuição. O GESIS® CLASSIC da Wieland Electric permite-lhe construir uma rede elétrica de forma fácil, rápida e segura. Este sistema simples proporciona uma flexibilidade ilimitada nas alimentações elétricas. Esta solução é ainda revolucionária pois todos os artigos são fabricados com índices de qualidade industriais, garantindo uma fiabilidade e durabilidade inigualáveis. Vamos trabalhar juntos?