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Innovative Pneumatic Switch Bridge Pull Handle from Elesa UK
Elesa’s new EBR-PN bridge pull handle enables use of remote air control for interlocking, multiple latching systems etc. where electrical systems are not considered safe or where they may be subject to corrosion. - November 14, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Fire Protection Silicone Gaskets from EMKA for Cabinets and Enclosures
The new silicone sealing gaskets for cabinets and enclosures from EMKA offer fire protection to DIN EN 45545-2 and other national/international standards and are suitable for road and rail hazard level applications and for high temperature environments for the protection against ingress of dust and water. - November 13, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting at the 2015 Eastern PA Materials Expo
Laboratory Testing Inc. will join other members and guests of the Lehigh Valley Chapter of ASM International at the 2015 Eastern PA Materials Exposition. The event will be held on Thursday, November 12th, 2015 at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center in Breinigsville, PA. - November 06, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Article in Forge Magazine
Laboratory Testing Inc.’s outside sales representative, Eric Aparnieks, published an article in the October 2015 issue of Forge. The article entitled “Commercial Testing of Forgings” discusses the principal mechanical properties of interest in the forging industry and the most commonly utilized test methods. - November 05, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Giussani Tumbler Lock Pop-Out T Handle Now Available from FDB Panel Fittings
The new P5P and sister P5GP Giussani Pop-out T handles from FDB Panel Fittings offer enhanced security and safety over the traditional T configuration, while retaining the same convenience and integral key tumbler lock system. The recessed handle minimises vandalism opportunities and its low... - November 05, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
EMKA Clip-in Pull Handles – for a Quick Sliding Action
New easy fit clip-in recessed pull handles from EMKA for sliding equipment panels or doors, or for light duty lifting, e.g. of storage boxes or portable instruments. - October 25, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New - Vibration Resistant Tensile Compensated Hook Clamp from Elesa UK
This new TLR hook clamp from Elesa is suitable for panels on specialist vehicles such as emergency service or off-road vehicles. They are also useful on packaged equipment which is subject to movement, re-siting and vibration during operation. - October 21, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Long and Variable Length Handles and Hand Rails from EMKA
The new 1095 grab rail handle system from EMKA provides very long grab handles, or static hand rails of adjustable lengths, with extra supports for additional strength. They are suitable as grab rails or for guards, covers, inspection panels, e.g. feed guards or heavy machine covers. - October 17, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting in Booth #N19071 at the FabTech Expo
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting their accredited materials and nondestructive testing, dimensional inspection and calibration services at the FabTech expo in Booth #N19071. The event is being held in Chicago, IL on November 9th – 12th. - October 14, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Participated in the Feed My Starving Children Corporate Challenge
Laboratory Testing Inc. employees participated in the Feed My Starving Children MobilePack event on Saturday, September 26th at Delaware Valley University. Volunteers packed 357,696 meals, $62,000 in corporate and individual donations was raised and food was collected for local food pantries. - October 07, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting at National Industrial Fastener and Mill Supply Expo
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting at the 2015 National Industrial Fastener and Mill Supply Expo in Booth #816. The show will take place October 21-23, 2015 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas, NV. LTI will be showcasing its fastener testing capabilities, as well as materials testing, non-destructive testing and dimensional inspection services. - October 02, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
FDB Hinges and Compression Locks Solve Storage Access Problems on Nippi Wheelchair Trike
Hinges and locks from FDB Panel Fittings improve the convenience and sealing of the storage compartments on either side of the wheelchair accessible Nippi Trike. - October 01, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa Stop Lock Retains Position Under Vibration Conditions
The new heavy duty Elesa Stop Lock keeps doors and drawers closed under strong vibration conditions. - September 26, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA Increase Safety and Sealing with 1130 Program Flush Compression Handles
The EMKA range of flush compression latches and handles increase safety by not having external projections to catch on clothing and are suitable for use on specialist enclosures, doors, access panels and storage lockers or vibration prone vehicles. - September 25, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Laboratory Testing NDT Article in Materials Evaluation Magazine
An article by Phillip W. Trach, non-destructive testing (NDT) employee and ultrasonic testing specialist at Laboratory Testing Inc., was published in the September 2015 issue of Materials Evaluation. The article, entitled “Introducing Young People to NDT,” is featured in a special... - September 24, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
New "Crown" Key IP65 Lock from FDB Panel Fittings for Telecoms Applications
The new Giussani NIA102 quarter-turn IP65 lock from FDB Panel Fittings is intended for switchboard and other telecoms applications such as racks, including outdoor applications where its IP65 protection is appropriate. - September 18, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
Laboratory Testing Inc. Exhibiting at Titanium USA 2015
Laboratory Testing Inc. will display materials testing and nondestructive testing services in Booth 712 during the Titanium USA 2015 Exposition. The show will take place at the Rosen Shingle Creek Golf Resort in Orlando, FL on October 4-7, 2015. LTI is experienced with all types of titanium and titanium alloys and performs testing to industry standards. - September 17, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
New Torque Amplifier Collar from Elesa UK Doubles Clamping Force
The new torque amplifier collar from Elesa, when used in conjunction with clamping handles and knobs, enables clamping forces to be doubled compared with non-amplified manual operation. - September 12, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
How to Protect Micro Data Centres and Individual Defined High Risk Cabinets in Data Centres or Co-Location Situations
This new white paper from EMKA addresses the issues involved in the physical protection of valuable or sensitive data in small data centres, right down to a single server cabinet. - September 11, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Announces Continuation of A2LA Accreditation and Expanded Scope
A2LA has successfully audited Laboratory Testing Inc. of Hatfield, PA for continuation of the Lab’s A2LA accreditation in mechanical, chemical and calibration services, and has approved additional capabilities. Additions to the scopes of the accreditations include axial fatigue testing, fatigue crack growth, creep rupture, double shear testing and bore micrometer calibration. - August 30, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
1110 Quick-Fit 120° Hinge from FDB Panel Fittings for Lay-on Cabinet Doors
The robust zinc die 120° hinge from FDB Panel Fittings enables panel builders to quickly install a removable 25mm return door with electrical safety compliance using just 2 off vibration proof screws and a retained hinge pin system. - August 29, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
EMKA 1011 Self-Gripping Gasket Profile Strips Seal Against Ingress of Dust and Water
The EMKA 1011 program of self-grip profiles seal doors and panels against the ingress of dust and water in many industrial situations from the factory floor to vehicles and outdoor or wash-down environments. They are easy to use, being simply pushed onto the door or frame edge up to 5mm thickness. - August 27, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Elesa’s New VTT Three-Lobe Handwheel for Frequently Cleaned Environments
The VTT three-lobe handwheel from Elesa is a highly functional and attractive component for equipment in industries such as bottling plants, canning lines, filling and packaging, dispensing and tableting machines. - August 20, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
RMI Develops New Laser Beam Expanders
Precision optics manufacturer, Rocky Mountain Instrument Co., has added laser beam expanders to their optical assembly product line. - August 19, 2015 - Rocky Mountain Instrument Co. (RMI)
Small Format Swinghandle from FDB Panel Fittings for Enclosures and Smaller Cabinets
The new small form factor 1150 program swinghandle from FDB Panel Fittings is suited to enclosures and smaller cabinets where door space is limited but IP65 sealing is required. - August 15, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
New EMKA 120° Hinge for Larger Door Returns – Also in Stainless Steel
The new 1032 program 120° hinge from EMKA provides a weld-on solution for larger prominent cabinet doors as often used by specialist panel builders for heavy duty panels. - August 13, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Distributor Mutual Screw & Supply Adds Precision Tools, Gages & Instruments to Its Offering
National Fastener Distributor, Mutual Screw & Supply adds Starrett Precision Tools, Gages & instruments to its on line offering. The broad Starrett product line includes precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, rules, etc.), levels, electronic gages, dial indicators, and custom... - August 12, 2015 - Mutual Screw & Supply Inc
New Catalogue from Elesa UK - Accessories for Hydraulic Systems
New Accessories for Hydraulic Systems catalogue from Elesa includes oil plugs, breather caps, oil level indicators, column level indicators and float level indicators. - August 06, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
DeckLok Verified to Meet (ICC-ES) Codes
DeckLok, the patented lateral anchor system from Screw Products, Inc., recently received an updated ESR-2114 evaluation from ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) verifying the bracket’s continued compliance with code requirements. This was based on a thorough examination of Screw Products, Inc. - August 04, 2015 - Screw Products
New 120 Degree Hinge from EMKA UK for Specialist Cabinets with Prominent/Lay-on Doors
EMKA have produced their new 1069 series cabinet hinge for prominent/lay-on doors in both zinc plated steel and stainless steel AISI 304. - July 30, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Screw-On, Lift-Off Hinges from EMKA UK for Recessed/Flush Doors
Screw-on, lift-off hinges in black finish zinc die or in AISI 316 stainless steel from EMKA UK for the robust operation of recessed/flush doors and their removal for access purposes. - July 28, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Men and Their Machines: Carson City Area Execs Head to Native Germany
This is slated as one of the largest Governor-led trade missions in the state’s history. The trade mission will be specifically focus on advanced manufacturing and other critical needs for the State of Nevada. - July 24, 2015 - Vineburg Machining Inc
New Quick Catalogue from Elesa Speeds Product Reference for Standard Machine Elements
Elesa’s new Quick Catalogue has an easy to use visual indexing layout and references thirteen product families from handwheels and clamping knobs to clamping levers and handles in lift and pull or fixed/revolving styles. - July 23, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Mutual Screw & Supply is Now a Google Trusted Store
National hardware distributor, Mutual Screw & Supply has been designated as a Google Trusted Store. In addition to prestige, the stamp of approval from Google will bring significant benefits to Mutual Screw and its customers. Google awards its Trusted Store badge only to sellers with high... - July 17, 2015 - Mutual Screw & Supply Inc
New Elesa Standard Elements for the Processing and Packaging Industries at PPMA
Elesa UK are exhibiting their new DD52R-E electronic 6 digit display direct drive indicator and the VTT three lobe handwheel at the PPMA Exhibition, 29th September – 1st October 2015 at the NEC. - July 12, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Rick Pully Joins Screw Products as Vice President of Sales
Rick Pully has joined Screw Products, Inc. as Vice President of Sales. He is responsible for strengthening ties and developing new business among the country’s distributors as well as establishing sales strategies and objectives with the company’s national network of independent... - July 09, 2015 - Screw Products
Quick Assembly IP65 Quarter-Turn Locking Latches from Elesa
The new CQ and CSL series IP65 latches from Elesa UK incorporate an ingenious quick assembly spring clip mechanism which accommodates door panel thicknesses from 1mm to 2mm with a simple insert and press fitting process. - July 05, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Laboratory Testing Inc. Hires Experienced Outside Sales Representative
Veteran sales rep, Eric Aparnieks, joins Laboratory Testing Inc. with over 35 years of experience and a background in NDT testing, metallographic sample evaluation and R&D with various high temperature alloys and non-ferrous materials. - June 24, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Adds Customer Service Representative to a Growing Team
The materials testing, nondestructive testing and calibration support team has grown again at LTI. John Malack has joined the group as a Customer Service Representative with 20 years of experience in related businesses. - June 20, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
X-ray Inspection Coordinator Earns AWS Certified Welding Inspector
A nondestructive testing employee at Laboratory Testing Inc. has earned the AWS Certified Welding Inspector certificate. Responsibilities as a CWI will include inspecting the quality of the metal joining work submitted by customers for Welder Qualification and Welding Procedure Qualification. - June 17, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
1150 IP65 Swinghandle with Universal Fitting from EMKA
The new 1150 program swinghandle from EMKA offers panel builders a selection of security modes and variety of fitting options all with IP65 sealing. This is expected to save money at specification and assembly stages where specialist enclosure and cabinet installers can stock or order from one... - June 13, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Lift-Off Butt Hinges Now Available from the FBD Online Store
60mm butt hinges for wall mounted enclosures or other cabinets and access panels are now available ex-stock from the FDB Online Store. - June 12, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Cost-Reduced Q Series Levelling Feet from Elesa
Elesa’s new AISI 304 stainless steel levelling elements range includes a ground fixing foot design, a no-slip foot with friction pad insert and a standard technopolymer foot, all using the new SMQ-SST threaded stems. - June 10, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Laboratory Testing Inc. Hires Seasoned Manager for Calibration and Dimensional Inspection
Ken Horvath brings years of calibration experience to Laboratory Testing Inc. as Metrology Manager. He will oversee dimensional inspection and calibration services and help develop customer relationships, sales, department plans and forecasts. - June 05, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Elesa GN Series Connecting Rods and Clamping System for Equipment Mounting
The new GN series of connecting clamps and rods from Elesa UK offers a highly versatile and robust mounting system for equipment in industrial, laboratory and related situations. - May 28, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Multi-Point Rod Locking from EMKA - A Complete System for Specialist Panel Builders
EMKA’s modular locking program now includes round rods, square rods and flat rods with extensive fittings and accessories such as push-on rod guides to make the package easy to use for specialist panel builders. - May 24, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Waterjet Boosts Fast, Precision Test Specimen Machining at Laboratory Testing Inc.
For the most reliable test specimens and faster specimen machining, Laboratory Testing Inc. purchased a Maxiem waterjet system. Customers will get quick turnaround on precision specimens from metals, plastics and other materials. - May 24, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Modular Program Quarter-Turn Lock Latches and Wing Knobs from EMKA UK
EMKA’s range of quarter-turn lock latches and wing knobs now offer from IP50 through IP65, IP66 and up to IP69 degrees of sealing – protecting against ingress of dust and water. These small locks and compression latches are ideal for boxes, cases, wall cabinets and similar. - May 22, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Ball Lock Pins from Elesa - Positive Fixing Made Quickly and Safely
Elesa’s new range of GN 113 Ball Lock Pins are suited to fixing of vehicle parts and panels, work pieces and jig location, up to heavy duty use in temporary load bearing situations such as lighting towers, staging, gantries, winch tripods and similar. - May 16, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Adaptable IP65 Swinghandle System from EMKA UK
EMKA's new 1325 program IP65 swinghandle for cabinets and enclosures includes non-handled escutcheons plus ¼ turn inserts, as well as profile half cylinders, electromechanical, round cylinder and insert configurations, and a padlockable variant. - May 14, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.