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New from EMKA – Sealed Quarter-Turn Option for Floor and Ground Latches in Railway Situations
The EMKA range of stainless steel quarter-turn catches now includes their new Program 1000 System incorporating a sealed cover. - June 06, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New PINET Concealed Parallelogram Hinges Available from FDB Panel Fittings
This new range of PINET concealed internally mounting parallelogram hinges was launched recently by sales partner FDB Panel Fittings for the specialist panel building and related industries. For example, payment terminals, vending machines, timetable boards, special vehicles, gaming machines and of... - June 01, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa Save Aquaflame Time and Money – and Ease Production Issues
Elesa UK supply EPR-PF handles to Aquaflame Systems for their gas generating units, saving time, money and easing production issues. - May 31, 2019 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
How to Choose a Screw Drive – a Brief Guide from Challenge Europe
Kevin Moorcroft, M.D. at Challenge Europe, explains some features of different screw drive types. Anyone regularly using simple slotted drive screws – with a traditional straight bladed screwdriver, will be aware of its shortcomings – with a power driver then even more so. The... - May 26, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
EMKA Offers Extra Stock of General Hardware for Doors Everywhere
EMKA is delighted to announce that their extensive stock of general door hardware is expected to help their customers maintain a continuous supply of components for the production of specialist enclosures/cabinets and vehicles at all times – saving time and worry over possible delays. The... - May 24, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Protect Your Quarter-Turn Locks with the New Spring-Loaded Flap Lid from FDB Panel Fittings
Enclosure hardware specialist FDB have introduced a very neat spring-loaded flap lid which greatly aids protection of quarter-turn locks. - May 17, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Specialist Screws in Various Materials and Finishes Available from Challenge Europe
Industry screw specialists Challenge Europe recently announced the breadth of screw materials and finishes they work with on behalf of their industrial/manufacturing customers. The rational for using various materials or treatments/coatings is usually either technical or cost based. This can vary... - May 12, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Elesa Roller Tracks Make Moving the Load Easy
The Elesa ELEROLL package of rollers and ball transfer modules is designed to greatly simplify installation and use of this type of widely used conveyor system. The modular ELEROLL roller conveyors allow easy and quick joining of units to create loading and unloading areas in the construction of... - May 11, 2019 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA at “Made in the Midlands Exhibition,” 20th June 2019, RICOH Arena, Coventry
EMKA (UK) Ltd and EMKA Profiles Ltd, both based in the Coventry-Birmingham area, are looking forward to promoting their UK manufactured products at the RICOH Arena, Coventry on 20th June 2019 as part of the “Made in the Midlands Exhibition.” EMKA Profiles Ltd specialise in the... - May 09, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Innovative New DIRAK Hinge Launched by FDB Panel Fittings
The new DIRAK hinge Pr01 now launched by FDB Panel Fittings marks an innovative approach to the time-saving installation of IP65/67 hinging for specialist enclosures. DIRAK believe that to meet the requirements of industrial applications, panel hinges must be sturdy, robust and durable. - May 03, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Challenge Europe Take Aim at Theft, Vandalism and Equipment Tampering with Hafren Fasteners
The need to safeguard against theft, vandalism and tampering is an essential part of many design specifications and Hafren security fasteners from Challenge Europe are used in a vast range of security applications in projects and manufacturing all over the world. - April 28, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Innovations for HVACR Systems – a New Leaflet from EMKA
EMKA have included their latest HVACR related products in a new leaflet available free to download or in hard copy format. - April 27, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Indexing Plunger from FDB Panel Fittings
The new indexing plunger from FDB is spring-loaded for ease of set/reset to enable the quick and accurate location of covers and flaps, workpieces and panels in pre-defined positions. New from sales partner DIRAK, this plunger allows removal and accurate replacement of tooling, jigs and equipment... - April 19, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Threaded and Helical Inserts Available Ex-Stock from Challenge Europe Ltd.
Challenge Europe are delighted to carry an ex-stock standard range of metric and imperial threaded inserts for use in the manufacturing and installation industries. - April 17, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
EMKA Announces In-House Testing Laboratory Now Accredited to Highest International Standards
EMKA’s in-house testing laboratory is now accredited to the highest international standards which confirms their capability as a world market leader for locking devices, hinges and seals in the performance of material, life cycle and environmental simulation tests. - April 13, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Hygienic Knobs and Handles from Elesa UK in Stainless Steel with FDA Compliant Sealing
ELESA’s hygienic knobs and handles in stainless steel now come with FDA compliant sealing and compliment their adjustable levelling feet to complete a series which is ideally suited to medical, pharmaceutical, food processing and related industrial applications. - March 30, 2019 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Challenge Europe Announce Stock/Supply Capability for Hex Drive Bolts and Screws
Hex headed high tensile bolts and screws, together with hex drive socket head cap screws, are the mainstays of industrial fastening and as such are stocked in depth by Challenge Europe as part of their supply partnership philosophy. Standard high tensile formats include non-flange hex head and... - March 25, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
New High Load Capacity Corner Hinge from FDB Panel Fittings
The new high load capacity corner hinge from FDB Panel Fittings offers specialist panel builders a simple way to quickly and effectively mount heavy doors. - March 23, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
New EMKA Railway Program 1001 Safety Latch Lock with Visual Indicator
EMKA’s new and innovative IP65 Stainless Steel Safety Latch Lock with red/green visual position indicator is tamper and vibration proof for rear mounting on doors of 5mm thickness. - March 22, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
FEMCO Holdings, LLC Acquires ELMCO Engineering, Inc.
FEMCO HOLDINGS, LLC, a leading national machine repair and manufacturing company, announced today that it has acquired ELMCO Engineering, Inc., an Indianapolis, Indiana based company. ELMCO Engineering is a leading manufacturer and repair facility for powdered metal compacting presses. ELMCO... - March 18, 2019 - FEMCO Holdings, LLC
ELESA Hygiene Levelling Feet Are Now EHEDG Certified
ELESA’s LM.F-HD-SST series of levelling feet in stainless steel with permanent floor mounting facility are now EHEDG certified (European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group). This means that they offer significant advantages in improved hygiene and reduced cleaning time (and resources),... - March 15, 2019 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New DIRAK D-Snap Technology in Stainless Steel from FDB Panel Fittings
The new DIRAK stainless steel DST fastener from FDB Panel Fittings suits a 30x10 cutout, bringing DST assembly to cabinets for external environments. - March 11, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Invisible Gear Hinge from EMKA – A 180° Fit for Railway Doors
The new 1007 program concealed gear hinge from EMKA is equally at home in railway carriages or offices, on passenger doors or cupboard doors – where being hidden it is also resistant to vandalism. - March 09, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Industrial Screws – Now Available Ex-Stock from Challenge Europe
Challenge Europe now stock industrial screws in metric sizes to ISO and DIN standards, also imperial to BSI and ANSI with other national/international standards available to order. - March 08, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Safe and Secure – Fasteners from Challenge Europe
Challenge Europe, in conjunction with their sales partners Hafren, are delighted to offer security fasteners, with a new dedicated section on their website where engineers can find shear nuts and shear bolts, 2 hole head machine screws, clutch head screws, pin hex head self-tappers (also 6 lobe pin head self-tappers) with Nogo™ and Armour Ring™ devices. - February 22, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
New Flush Mounting Quarter-Turn and Compression Latches from EMKA for Railway Doors and Cabinets
The new rear mounted Program 1057 flush mounting quarter-turn latch and the Program 1000 IP65 stainless steel compression latch from EMKA are suitable for railway doors and cabinets. - February 17, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Range of Magnetic Catches Available from FDB Panel Fittings
FDB Panel Fittings has introduced a new range of small and powerful magnetic catches from their sales partner Sugatsune. - February 14, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Single-Factor, Multi-Factor - Front Door, Rear Door Linked Data Cabinet Security from EMKA UK
EMKA announce single and multi-factor authentication for linked front and back cabinet doors in data storage environments. - January 31, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Clean by Design New AISI 316 Stainless Steel 180° Panel Hinges from FDB
The new AISI 316 stainless steel 180° hinges from FDB Panel Fittings provide secure rear mounted installation along with an easy clean dirt resistant style. Their AISI 316 construction ensures a high degree of resistance to weather, corrosion and chemicals. - January 24, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa UK Announce Standard Machine Components for 2019
Elesa UK will continue to expand their own range of standard machine components in 2019 with items in high grade plastics such as the recently introduced rack and gear range, EHEDG certified products and their Elecolours variety option. - January 20, 2019 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New from EMKA – Stainless Steel Tamper-Proof Compression Latch for Railway Use
Vibration and tampering are both addressed with the new Program 1000 stainless steel compression latch from EMKA for use in railway applications. - January 16, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
HVACR Cabinet Handles from EMKA UK - Specialist Hardware for Specialist Installations
Ingenious locking technology products for HVACR systems from EMKA include the advanced crossover compression latch/hinge which manages to combine both functions on the one product. The advanced crossover compression latch/hinge enables L or R opening or complete panel removal, with the added... - January 14, 2019 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Extra-Length Bridge Handles from FDB Panel Fittings
The new extra-length bridge handles from FDB Panel Fittings are available to an extended 220mm length and provide ultimate comfort and convenience, for example when wearing work gloves. - January 11, 2019 - FDB Panel Fittings
Operose Manufacturing to Acquire 3-D CNC and Expand U.S.-Based Manufacturing Services
Expanding its services and capacity to meet the growing demand for U.S.-based manufacturing, Operose Manufacturing closed on its acquisition of 3-D CNC on December 28th, 2018. Operose Manufacturing, which provides CNC machined parts with multi-axis programming and machining technologies as well as... - January 08, 2019 - Operose Manufacturing
Elesa at Southern Manufacturing Exhibition, FIVE, Farnborough, 5th – 7th February 2019, Stand No.: F250
An extensive range of standard machine elements from Elesa UK will be on display at the 2019 Southern Manufacturing Exhibition which takes place in Farnborough on 5th - 7th February. - January 08, 2019 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Challenge Europe A4/ASTM 316 Stainless Steel Fasteners for High Corrosion Environments
Challenge Europe are pleased to announce ranges of ex-stock nuts, bolts, screws and washers in A4 stainless for manufacturing and service/maintenance requirements. - January 06, 2019 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
FDB Panel Fittings Announce Specialist Hinges from Their Online Shop
The FDB online shop now includes a selection of spring hinges, friction hinges and torque hinges for the many and extensive specialist enclosures and panels used in industrial and office furniture applications. - December 19, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Non-Contact Magnetic Measuring System from Elesa UK Speeds Machinery Processes and Adds Precision
The new MPI-15 magnetic measuring system from Elesa UK allows precise alignment and positioning of workpieces so reducing time of machinery processes to a minimum, saving costs and speeding the whole production cycle. - December 15, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Laboratory Testing Inc. Receives Nadcap Accreditation for Z2 Low Stress Grinding & Polishing
Laboratory Testing Inc. achieved Nadcap accreditation for Z2 Low Stress Grinding and Polishing used in the preparation of fatigue test specimens. LTI has an extensive Nadcap scope of accreditation in Materials Testing, which also includes a number of additional specimen preparation methods. - December 12, 2018 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
New EMKA eCam Electromechanical Lock for Cam Latches – Offers Convenient Vehicle Security
The new eCam from EMKA provides a secure electromechanical locking system to prevent opening of a manually operated latch/lock even when forced from the outside. - December 12, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Challenge Europe Rework and Retro-Fit Service Announcement
Challenge Europe announces a new rework and retro-fit service for changes to mechanical fastenings or the fitting of electronic components such as sensors. - December 08, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Elesa Soft-Touch Components Provide Comfort and Control
Soft-touch components from Elesa are designed for equipment where high performance is crucial – like fitness, rehab and disability equipment, high precision instruments and environments experiencing unfavourable climatic conditions. - December 07, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Challenge Europe Announce Fastener Stock and Delivery Service Packages for Manufacturers
Challenge Europe announce a versatile stock and supply system to take much of the worry out of the process of managing the supply chain for large numbers of small fasteners. - December 03, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
New Stainless Steel Railway Catch from EMKA
The new stainless steel quarter-turn latch from EMKA uses a C shaped catch and insert type spanner lock in conformity with RIC for Railway use outside the sealing gasket on enclosures and cabinets. - November 29, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Soft Polyurethane Wheeled Castors from Elesa
Continuously moving loads will benefit from these soft polyurethane wheeled castors from Elesa with exceptionally smooth rollability coupled with excellent maneuverability and zero maintenance. - November 24, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Bridge Handles Now Available on the FDB Online Store
Traditional bridge handles are now available from the FDB Online store and provide one-handed operation of doors, draws, access panels, cases and instruments. - November 17, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Standard Components – Modular Racks and Spur Gears from Elesa
The new ZCR and ZCL modular gear racks and spur gears from Elesa UK are suitable for assembly equipment, production workstations, instrumentation, inspection systems or other situations where quick linear movement is required. - November 09, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
General Manager Hired to Oversee TACTIC Division of Laboratory Testing Inc.
An experienced manufacturing executive has joined Laboratory Testing Inc. to oversee the ultrasonic testing equipment division called TAC Technical Instrument Corporation (TACTIC). - November 01, 2018 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Insert Dish Handles from FDB Panel Fittings Now Available at Their Online Store
Recessed pull handles from FDB Panel Fittings with a clip-in fix, flush fit and a comfortable grip are now available from their online store. - November 01, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa Level Monitoring Accessories and Labelling Provision Simplify Hydraulic Systems
HCX column level indicators and HGFT screw-in window level indicators from Elesa provide simple solutions to monitoring of oil and other fluids, and labels with graphic symbols can now be provided for their aluminium oil plugs. - October 27, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd