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Challenge Europe - a Nuanced Approach to Manufacturing
Expert guidance from Challenge Europe on bolts, studding and fixings supports robust procedures to ensure reliable quality and performance at highly competitive prices. - July 18, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Challenge Europe Discuss the Advantages of Modern Mechanical Fasteners
Challenge Europe discuss some of the advantages of modern mechanical fasteners, including their structural integrity, strength and security designed to encompass the needs of vandal-resistance. - July 16, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Over 4,000 New Standard Components in Elesa's New Product Supplement
This 240+ page 166.1 catalogue supplement from Elesa complements their main index with 4,268 codes for new products and range extensions. Product categories include: handwheels and crank handles, clamping knobs, clamping levers, lift and pull handles, fixed and revolving handles, control knobs and... - July 14, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
FDB Have Added a Sleek, Robust Non-Locking L Handle to Their Online Store
The new 1608 L handle from FDB Panel Fittings is ideal for simple low-security access or for use in combination with more complex closure systems. - July 01, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Elesa Profile Compatible Mounting Components for Aluminium Frame Machine Screens and Guards
Elesa profile compatible mounting components speed the process of producing industrial frames, screens and machine guards using standard 30/40mm aluminium profile extrusions. These brackets and mounting pieces provide robust, adjustable connection between the frame and other rod type mountings... - June 30, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA 1200 Program Aluminium Windows for Vision, for Mounting, for Protection
The new 1200 program aluminium windows from EMKA provide visibility, mounting space and protection when used in conjunction with electrical enclosures or cabinets. They may be used as a window or primary door. - June 29, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Elesa Profile Compatible Handles for Industrial Aluminium Frames
These new profile compatible handles from Elesa are a great help in providing door pull handles for machines and associated protective devices. - June 21, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Toolless Assembly Quarter-Turn Latch from FDB to IP69K
The new toolless assembly quarter-turn latch from FDB Panel Fittings saves up to 80% of assembly time, while offering protection against dust and water ingress up to IP69K. - June 20, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
Dongguan Roche Industrial Co., Ltd. Set to Complete Second Quarter of 2018 as a Top Toggle Clamps and Case Latches Manufacturer
Clients Across the World Continue to Trust Roche for Quality Toggle Clamps and Latches - June 12, 2018 - Dongguan Roche Industrial Co., Ltd.
New Large Slam Latch with Inside Safety Release from FDB Panel Fittings
The new large format slam latch from FDB Panel Fittings is a purpose designed unit for large insulated enclosures such as cold stores or containerised units. - June 10, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
Challenge Europe Updated Fastenings and Fixings Brochure
A new quick reference fastenings and fixing brochure is available from Challenge Europe for both standard and custom components. - June 09, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
New DIRAK Lift-Off Hinge Concept from FDB Panel Fittings
The new “pop and click” lift-off door hinge from FDB for construction of electrical and 19” industrial cabinets, features quick toolless fitting and removal, as well as retaining the hinge pin. - June 09, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa New Chrome on Plastic Technology for Industrial Components Rivals Stainless Steel in Arduous or Specialist Situations
Elesa’s new chrome on plastic technology for industrial components is particularly suitable for applications on machines and equipment whose parts, for hygienic reasons, must be frequently cleaned by using water jets or steam. - May 30, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA 1095 Program – Bow/Bridge, Tubular and Chest Handles for Industry
EMKA's 1095 program of bow handles, bridge handles and pull handles in round or oval grip styles are suitable for industrial equipment, with sizes for single or double hand use. - May 27, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
XinChen Caster Wheels Company Announces New Central Locking Casters Wheels for Medical and Hospital Furniture Use
Central locking casters are also named central control casters and central brake casters wheels. They are specially used as medical bed castes, and other hospital furniture casters - May 25, 2018 - XinChen Caster Wheels Company
Special and Custom Fastener Parts from Challenge Europe Now Available
Challenge Europe specialise in small volume manufacturing projects – custom special jobs which are a problem for bigger manufacturers where it is not cost-effective for them to program large and expensive automated equipment. - May 24, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Nested Door Hinges with 180°/270° Opening for Larger Industrial Enclosures - from FDB Online
These 50mm hinges from the FDB Online store offer a simple solution for doors of larger nested industrial enclosures on an ex-stock, same-day despatch basis with easy online ordering. - April 28, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
EMKA Gaskets Supplement EMC Protection
Sheathed EMC gasket from EMKA supplements EMC protection against transmission of electro-magnetic interference to ensure EMC performance on steel enclosures and cabinets. - April 21, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
EMKA Hygiene Gaskets for HVAC and Food Industries
EMKA UK offers a range of gasket profiles to meet the particular requirements of the HVAC and Food industries in terms of their sealing capabilities and their specific hygiene characteristics. - April 08, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
IP65 Latches from Elesa for Specialist Cabinet Locking Systems
Elesa are now offering lever latches, swinghandles and recessed push handle latches to suit specialist housings for industrial, electrical and office use. - April 06, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
ATEX Compliant Standard Components for Hydraulic Systems from Elesa
Elesa’s product range of hydraulic components for ATEX equipment ensures equipment compliance and includes plugs, breather caps, oil level indicators and oil circulation sights. - March 25, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
The New ELECOLORS* Range from Elesa Offers a Perfect Aesthetic Compatibility Between Components and Machines
When colour is a value factor in an engineer’s equipment design brief, then the Elesa ELECOLORS* range offers a perfect aesthetic compatibility between the components and the machines on which they are installed. - March 23, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
180°/270° Opening – New 40mm Metal Cabinet Hinges Ex-Stock from FDB Online
These new 180°/270° 40mm hinges, available from the FDB Online Store, are suitable for use on general purpose or specialist metal enclosures and cabinets. - March 17, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
The EMKA Pin Hinge Solution for Specialist Enclosure Doors and Panels
A quick, simple, low cost and reliable pin hinging solution from EMKA for specialist enclosure doors and panels. - March 09, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Nuts from Challenge Europe – Reaching the Parts Threaded Holes Cannot Reach
Challenge Europe provide a wide selection of specialist nuts, including the popular nyloc nut, plus the combi nut with integral washer for load spreading/anti-vibration purposes which saves fiddly assembly, loss of washer, etc. - March 03, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
EMKA Hinges for Flush Cabinet Doors Offer Smooth Appearance and Better Security
EMKA’s range of hinges have been designed specifically for fitment of flush doors to specialist enclosures and cabinets so as to enable a smart clean look and improved security. - February 23, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Elesa Ergostyle® for Functionality, for Ergonomics, for Aesthetics
Ergostyle® standard machine elements from Elesa for a broad spectrum of applications typical of new market segments. - February 21, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Bolts and Studding from Challenge Europe Quicker to Use in Many Production Environments
Challenge Europe can supply a full range of flange bolts/screws which are quicker to use in many production environments than discrete bolt/washer assemblies – saving time and loss of components. - February 17, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Standard Machine Elements from Elesa on Show at MACH Exhibition, 9th - 13th April 2018
The extensive Elesa range of standard machine elements is designed around the needs of manufacturing in all industry sectors, many of which will be on display at the 2018 MACH Exhibition, taking place on 9th – 13th April at NEC Birmingham. Featured on the Elesa stand – Hall 6, No. 72 -... - February 11, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Challenge Europe Offer Support to Customers Seeking More Than Just Placing an Order
The team at Challenge Europe can offer strong background support for customers seeking just a bit more than simply placing an order for screws and are on hand to sort out a range of problems. - January 31, 2018 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
New from FDB Panel Fittings – a Universal Key for Railway Applications
A new convenient and flexible universal key for the railway industry from FDB Panel Fittings, available with 4 different inserts so that engineers can open multiple applications with one key. - January 28, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Rocfast Lock Assembly Guide from FDB Panel Fittings
The new Rocfast guide to lock assembly now available free from FDB Panel Fittings is a how-to-do-it selection assistant from these respected experts in specialist cabinet and enclosure hardware. Customers are walked through the logical process of determining which housing, insert, cam, cut-out,... - January 14, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa Ergostyle® Brings Comfort and Style to Standard Machine Elements
The Ergostyle® range from Elesa includes adjustable and lever handles, handwheels, clamp handles, crank handles, pull handles, and handles for special applications such as instruments and desktop equipment. - December 23, 2017 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Multi-Point Security 1190 Lifthandle and Escutcheon Program from EMKA
The novel 1190 lifthandle series from EMKA offers a narrow handle escutcheon and rod lock mechanism which enables mounting outside the door sealing area with an especially narrow margin. - December 21, 2017 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Elesa at Southern Manufacturing Exhibition, FIVE, Farnborough, 6th – 8th February 2018, Stand No.: H260
Standard machine elements from Elesa, including direct dial digital position indicators, the Elesa wireless spindle positioning system, safety switch and hinge unit, and hygienic levelling feet, will be on display at Southern Manufacturing Exhibition, Farnborough, February 2018. - December 16, 2017 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Miscellaneous Consumables from Challenge Europe Match Fastenings and Fixings
Challenge Europe are pleased to announce ex-stock supply of miscellaneous consumables to complement their range of fastenings and fixings. - December 09, 2017 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Most Comprehensive Swinghandle System from EMKA for Cabinets Large or Small
The 1150 industrial swinghandle system from EMKA is the most comprehensive in their range and is suitable for large or small cabinets. - December 08, 2017 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Stainless Steel Lock Arrives at FDB Online Store
The new ESS5DB stainless steel IP65 quarter-turn cabinet lock from FDB is suitable for specialist industrial use, where its rugged construction and a high degree of protection from dust and water ingress make it a practical option. - December 07, 2017 - FDB Panel Fittings
The Right Engineers-Pin for Your Project – from Challenge Europe
Challenge Europe offer their expertise in detailing engineering pin types, fit, tolerance, material finish and cost so that customers can find the optimum pin, and pin fitting system for their project. - December 01, 2017 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Extensive Selection of Standard Components from ELESA in ELECOLORS
ELESA now offers an extensive selection of standard components in the ELECOLORS* chromatic range: orange, grey, yellow, blue, red and black. - November 24, 2017 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Fastenings and Fixings Brochure from Challenge Europe Offers Standard and Custom Washers
A wide range of standard and ex-stock same-day despatch washers available from Challenge Europe, along with special washers to customer drawings. - November 23, 2017 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
CLEAN Line Clamping Knobs and Pull Handles from Elesa
CLEAN line clamping knobs and pull handles from Elesa have been developed especially for applications on medical and hospital equipment and for use on food processing machines, whose parts for hygienic reasons, must be frequently cleaned. The solid shape of these standard elements are designed... - November 08, 2017 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Challenge Europe Brochure Addresses Rivets
Rivets for production assembly or installation purposes from Challenge (Europe) Ltd. - November 03, 2017 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Standard Threaded Fasteners – Technical Support from Challenge Europe
The new brochure from Challenge Europe provides an insight into the specialist range of threaded fasteners available, along with the depth of support available, from troubleshooting an existing application to defining and developing a new product. - October 21, 2017 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
New IP65 Quarter-Turn Padlockable Wing Handle for Enclosures from FDB
The new IP65 wing handle from FDB is a pre-assembled quarter-turn latch in AISI 316 stainless steel, suitable for outdoor applications, and is designed to accept a standard padlock for enclosure security. - October 20, 2017 - FDB Panel Fittings
EMKA 1500 Clip Fix Quarter-Turn Locking Program for Assembly Areas Saves Time and Money
The 1500 clip fix quarter-turn locking program from EMKA is designed for time saving in pressured assembly areas and to ensure high levels of enclosure sealing and presentation. - October 12, 2017 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Brochure from Challenge Europe Covers Socket Screws
The new brochure from Challenge Europe describes their range of standard socket screws in steel and stainless steel which are suitable for general engineering production situations. - October 07, 2017 - Challenge (Europe) Ltd
Elesa at the Advanced Engineering Exhibition, NEC, 1st – 2nd November, Stand No: A16
Standard machine elements from Elesa, including digital position indicators, the CFSW safety switch and hinge, levelling feet and their wireless spindle positioning system, will be on show at the Advanced Engineering Exhibition, at the NEC, 1st - 2nd November. - October 06, 2017 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Elesa Tubular Handle with Integral Safety Switch
New tubular handle with integral safety switch from Elesa for opening heavy doors or panels on live industrial machines such as control cabinets, machine tools, press tools, moulding equipment and similar. - September 30, 2017 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Quarter-Turn Locks from EMKA – Important Accessories Complete Installations
EMKA’s range of industrial quarter-turn latches and locks are now enhanced with a wide range of accessories to ensure proper fitment and performance. - September 29, 2017 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.