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AGENT E Wireless Swinghandle from EMKA UK Gets Added RFID Swipe Card Security
EMKA’s program 3000 AGENT E battery powered electronically controlled swinghandles now come with central network wireless control, coupled with RFID transponder swipe card technology, offering higher levels of security for data cabinet protection. - November 29, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Versatile New IP65/67 Direct Drive Electronic Position Indicator from Elesa UK
The new IP65/67 DD51-E electronic position indicator from Elesa UK is a battery powered direct drive unit which can be used on machine shafts in any position to provide a reading of the absolute or incremental positioning of a machine component. - November 23, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Bridge/Pull Handles Now Available Online from FDB Panel Fittings
FDB Panel Fittings have now made their bridge handles available online from stock. The range includes aluminium, polyamide, zinc die, steel and stainless steel types in front or rear mounted styles. - November 16, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
LAN Based Control Cockpit - Real Time Cabinet Security Software from EMKA UK for Electronic Locking and Monitoring System
The newly launched EMKA Control Cockpit software adds an upper level of oversight to their much expanded Electronic Locking and Monitoring product portfolio, making it possible to manage all the elements and analysis of recorded parameters for up to 50 separate ELM systems. So long as these systems... - November 13, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Elesa Clamping Levers – Up to 8 kN
New clamping levers from Elesa UK provide quick, easy clamping forces up to 8 kN in situations as diverse as disability equipment, jig fixing and component/assembly work holding. - November 08, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Panel Support Clamp from Elesa (UK) is Judged “Most Innovative Auxiliary Equipment” at 2014 PPMA Awards
Elesa (UK)’s Panel Support Clamp was winner of the “Most Innovative Auxiliary Equipment” category at the PPMA Show 2014 Awards. The Panel Support Clamp enables easy installation of protective panels onto industrial frames in steel or aluminium. - October 26, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
FDB Online Shop Includes IP65 Stainless Steel L and T Handles
IP65 L and T configuration door handles are now available in stainless steel from the FDB online store. Standard versions include quarter-turn non-locking or locking. Quarter-turn lever handles for padlocking are also available, as is an anti-vandal swinghandle type for profile cylinders and flat rods. - October 25, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New 3500 Program Biometric Locking System from EMKA Offers Greater Personnel and Data Protection
The new BioLock from EMKA UK has an integral fingerprint reader and offers a superior level of security for the protection of valuable data. In conjunction with PIN codes and RFID access cards it provides an extremely high 3 level security protection which may be applied on an individual cabinet or on a designated block of cabinets. - October 23, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
21st Century Technology Catches Up with Access Control in Data Centres
A new Biometric operated handle from EMKA UK provides, for the first time, unique finger print technology stored and processed in the handle on the cabinet with an “Indisputable Audit Trail” to protect valuable data and is compliant with the various data privacy rules and regulations. - October 12, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
72 Series Aluminium Spring Hinges from FDB Panel Fittings with Friction or Detent Design
The new 72 series aluminium spring hinges from FDB Panel Fittings have a concealed spring, butt type design and black or clear corrosion resistant anodised finish. The hinges will suit doors and opening panels in environments from domestic to office and industrial. - October 11, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Tubular Handle from Elesa UK with High Electrical Insulation Properties
Elesa’s new M.1043-HEI tubular handle features intrinsically high electrical insulation by virtue of its material construction and is expected to be of significant value in applications around equipment dealing with high power monitoring and control. - October 10, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA Launch New Biolock Biometric Locking System for Server Racks - At Data Centre Expo Stand No. NN14
EMKA UK will be launching their new biometric locking system at Data Centre Expo at Excel London on the 8th – 9th October 2014. EMKA BioLock provides for the first time unique finger print technology stored and processed in the handle on the cabinet with an “Indisputable Audit Trail” to protect valuable data. - October 03, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Hindustan Polymer Set to Become Biggest Exporter of Polymer Engineering Products
After successfully capturing the Indian and Asian market, Hindustan Polymer has announced that it is now set to become one of the biggest and trusted Indian polymer company offering quality PTFE products to US manufacturing companies. After successfully serving Indian and Asian market for more than... - September 28, 2014 - Hindustan Polymer
High Accuracy Non-Contact Magnetic Measuring Position Indicator from Elesa UK
The new magnetic measurement system from Elesa gives highly accurate repeatable measurements for industries such as furniture/wood working, window frame assembly, steel frame builders etc. - September 27, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Modular Roller Track System from Elesa UK
The new ELEROLL modular roller track system from Elesa UK is suitable for relatively light duty applications, e.g. moving UPVC doors and windows, boxes of goods, luggage, container bins, sub-assemblies and finished products in Kanban systems and conveyor transfer layouts. - September 19, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA Videos Illustrate the Engineering Behind Cabinet Hardware
Four new short videos from EMKA UK give an insight into the engineering behind their market leading cabinet hardware. The videos cover plastic injection moulding; zinc die-casting; punching, bending and forming and machining technology. - September 06, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Adjustable Stainless Steel Multi-Angle Lid and Door Stay from FDB Panel Fittings
The new adjustable multi-angle lid and door stay from FDB Panel Fittings enables locking of a lid or door in multiple positions by use of a manually sliding lock lever. - September 03, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Whitepaper from Elesa UK on the Use of Super-Technopolymer as a Substitute for Metal/Stainless Steel in Standard Machine Components
In this whitepaper Elesa UK M.D. Nigel Pritchett describes the new Super-Technopolymers used as alternatives to metal – even stainless steel – bringing with them many advantages. - August 30, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Materials, Properties and Testing of Sealing Profiles – A Whitepaper from EMKA UK
This new whitepaper from EMKA gives detailed information on the various materials used for sealing profiles, their properties and the national and international testing methods and standards relevant to them. - August 29, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Elesa SLCK Kit Turns Column Level Indicators Electronic
HCK column level indicators from Elesa UK can now be ordered or retro-fitted with an electronic sensing and control kit. Installation of the kit enables control of minimum and maximum level or operation of an alarm/light at the reference positions. - August 17, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA Launch Video Profile of How to Produce "Everything But the Enclosure"
How do EMKA produce “Everything but the Enclosure”? Two oversight videos explain how some standard technologies and a lot of ingenuity came together in their existing German facility and the new factory in Bosnia. - August 09, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
FDB’s "Black Torpedo" Hinge for Enclosures and Cabinets
FDB Panel Fittings now have their popular torpedo hinge available in a “Black” version. These torpedo-style hinges are widely used for electrical cabinets and enclosures, allowing doors to be quickly mounted or removed from frames. - July 31, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
The New Double Red Compression Latch Handle from EMKA Secures Cabinets, Doors and Covers
The new Double Red compression latch handle from EMKA UK offers dual level security and is classified shock and vibration proof, as well as offering IP65 protection. - July 26, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New IP65 Compression Latch from FDB Panel Fittings Offers Inconspicuous Security
The new IP65 compression latch from FDB Panel Fittings will integrate seamlessly into virtually any enclosure design and was developed to minimise attack points for prying tools making it vandalism safe. - July 18, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New IP65 Quarter-Turn, Quick-Fit Latches from Elesa UK
New range of IP65 quarter-turn, quick-fit latches from Elesa for enclosures, cabinets, machine guards and access panels in industrial environments, both indoor and outdoor. - July 12, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Extrusion Processes and Terminology Used in the Specification of Standard and Custom Sealing Profiles – A Whitepaper by Andy Billingham, M.d., EMKA UK
This new whitepaper from EMKA UK sheds light on the extrusion processes and terminology used for the benefit of specifiers looking for standard or custom extruded profiles. - July 11, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
FDB Panel Fittings Speeds-the-Way to Rugged Cabinet Hardware
FDB Panel Fittings supply rugged SNAPLINE hardware under their Rocfast program to complete all-terrain mechanics tool cabinets for Argon Welding Ltd. - June 29, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
EMKA Video Series New Releases – Quality Finishes Ensure Sealing and Longevity
The two latest videos in the EMKA video series deal with the sealing and finishing of cabinet and vehicle components and offer specialist enclosure and vehicle manufacturers insight into the high quality levels offered with this type of component. - June 27, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New BMS Detent Catch and Finger Pull Announced by Elesa UK
The new BMS series detent catch from standard component manufacturers Elesa for use as a snap door lock on machine guards, covers, hatches, display cases, industrial cabinets and similar. - June 22, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA Protector Vandal Resistant Swinghandles Now with Double Cylinder Lock and Padlockable Options
The Protector series of vandal resistant swinghandles from EMKA UK now includes a special double cylinder version for dual access installations, as well as a padlockable version with integral cylinder lock. - June 13, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New FDB Online Shop for Panel Fittings and Electrical Products
A new FDB online shop features the wide range of products available from FDB Electrical and FDB Panel Fittings. The shop covers FDB Electrical power distribution and circuit protection enclosed units, as well as items such as cabinet locks/components, hinges, handles, sealing gaskets and rod lock mechanisms from FDB Panel Fittings. - June 01, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New EMKA 2014 Catalogue – Locks, Handles, Hinges, Gasket and Electronic Cabinet Security
EMKA’s new catalogue covers their expanding range of high specification enclosure and cabinet components such as locks, handles, hinges, gasket and electronic cabinet security, including the new radio activated Agent E swinghandle with RFID card reader and Biometric access control systems using finger print scanning. - June 01, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New IP65 Stainless Steel Compression Lever Latch from Elesa UK
Elesa’s new rugged compression lever latch in stainless steel has a glass reinforced polyamide hand knob and is intended for frames and doors requiring gasket pull down for improved sealing, or for vibration resistance to ensure door security in high vibration applications. - May 30, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Elesa Lock Pins in Stainless and Steel
Lock pins in stainless and steel from Elesa UK for the secure location of equipment, providing a quick temporary fix by means of rapid insertion and removal. - May 21, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Tamper Proof Concealed T Handle from FDB Panel Fittings
The new padlockable 3-145 eject and turn T handle from FDB Panel Fittings is tamper proof and offers water and dust protection to IP65. The design and layout of the T handle, in combination with the very narrow gap dimensions, make this handle resistant to tampering, and in addition the low profile... - May 17, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
The What, Why and How of Rubber Specifications for Sealing Profiles – a Whitepaper by Andy Billingham, M.D., EMKA UK
This new whitepaper from Andy Billingham, M.D. of EMKA (UK) Ltd, gives an overview of the materials and specifications commonly found in dealing with extruded sealing profiles. - May 17, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Mutual Screw & Supply Launches Safety-Products Division. Website Now Stocked with OSHA-Compliant Gear, All 5% Off in May.
As safety becomes an increasingly important issue in the construction field, Mutual Screw & Supply is launching an extensive safety-products division, featuring vital protective gear and jobsite necessities for every situation. To debut their new division, Mutual is offering a 5% discount on... - May 01, 2014 - Mutual Screw & Supply Inc
FDB Panel Fittings Highlight New Hinge Calculator Tool
FDB Panel Fittings, together with their sales partner Dirak, have now provided a hinge calculator tool which will determine the load bearing capacity of a hinge/door installation. - April 26, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Tubular Handles from Elesa UK with Adjustable Mounts
Elesa’s new GN333.3 tubular aluminium handles are available in straight lengths or with custom bends and are expected to be of value in many applications from architectural hand rails such as lifts, stairs etc., and onto machinery operation, e.g. press brakes, control pods, sliding doors etc. - April 26, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA IP65 Protector Vandal Resistant Swinghandles – New Electronic Operation
The new electronic version of the Protector IP65 vandal resistant swinghandle from EMKA UK provides remote keyless operation, plus the facility to provide access logging via the EMKA ELM – Electronic Locking and Monitoring platform. - April 24, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Stainless Steel Eccentric Cam Clamping Levers from Elesa UK
Quick action clamp handles from Elesa UK make fast work of repetitive adjustments and other temporary location tasks in food, pharmaceutical, and other clean down environments. - April 12, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
The Technology of Extruded Gasket Profiles - Two New Videos from EMKA UK
Two new videos from EMKA UK give an insight into the design and production process for extended sealing profiles, including extrusion of profiles and sealing systems. - April 11, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
FDB Panel Fittings Help Select Your Continuous Hinge
The latest knowledge base downloadable document from FDB Panel Fittings covers the specification of continuous hinges, often known as piano hinges. - April 10, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
FDP Panel Fittings Launch New "Food and Medical" Stainless Steel Quarter-Turn Lock to IP69K
FDB Panel Fittings have launched their hygiene quarter-turn lock in stainless steel specifically designed to meet the needs of both the food and medical industries. - March 30, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Push-Push Indexing Plungers from Elesa UK
The new metal GN514 series of push-push indexing plungers from Elesa provide the option of hand or foot operation. Applications include rotating fireplaces or filing cabinets – tambas – where the operator may be required to reach some distance, or where a foot operation may simply be more convenient. - March 28, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Gaskets and Extruded Profiles from EMLA UK for Specialist Vehicle Sealing
EMKA’s latest Transport Solutions catalogue addresses gasket sealing of doors, panels and windows for specialist vehicles with six categories of moulded sealing strips to match the functions found on special or custom build road and rail vehicles. - March 28, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Product Guide from FDB Panel Fittings – Hinges Knowledge Base
This free download guide from FDB Panel Fittings on hinges and their use has a range of useful information covering modern developments, materials, opening characteristics, mounting, load bearing capacities and common types used in the electrical and electronic enclosure industries. - March 16, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
Informative New Videos from EMKA – Motor Vehicle Component Technologies
EMKA have released two new videos – Aluminium Die-Casting, and Friction Welding - which describe the manufacturing technologies behind the production of motor vehicle components. - March 15, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Flush Pull Handles with Snap-in Assembly from Elesa UK
A new range of flush pull handles from Elesa feature simple snap-in assembly for light industrial applications such as lift-off panels, drawers, and removable access hatches on ducting/air conditioning systems. - March 15, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Latches from FDB Protect Against Vandalism and Theft
Two new anti-vandalism handles from FDB Panel Fittings for the protection of enclosures against theft of contents and general vandalism. - March 02, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings