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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.
GPI Prototype Announces Facility Expansion, Two New ISO Certifications, and the Addition of Three New Metal Additive Manufacturing Machines
GPI Prototype, located in Lake Bluff, IL, recently announced the completion of a facility expansion to double office space, accommodating new staff brought in to handle the rapid growth experienced at GPI. In addition, existing warehouse space has been remodeled to accommodate six more direct metal... - May 10, 2015 - Galloway Plastics, Inc
Laboratory Testing Inc. Expands and Renews Nadcap Accreditation for Materials Testing
The Nadcap accreditation in materials testing covering mechanical testing and sample preparation, metallurgical evaluation and chemical analysis has been renewed for Laboratory Testing Inc. with 18-month merit status. The scope was also broadened with additional services, including compression testing, high cycle fatigue, creep testing, crack propagation/crack growth testing, evaluation of welds for GE Aviation and Pratt & Whitney and more. - May 03, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Quarter-Turn Wing Handles from FDB Online
Quarter-turn wing handles for enclosure doors are now available ex-stock and online from FDB Panel Fittings. These wing handles are offered as components or pre-assembled for direct installation into an industry standard panel cut out in L or R hand application. - May 03, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
Elesa’s New Lobe and Diamond Cut Knurled Knobs Enhance Precision of Position Indicators
The new VC.792-XX lobe knob and the MBT-XX diamond cut knobs from Elesa are suited to their gravity and positive drive plastic or metal indicators for shaft positioning and rotational measurement. - April 30, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New TL Series Hook (Toggle) Clamps from Elesa
The TL series hook (toggle) clamps from Elesa include adjustable flat clamps and non-adjustable spring hook types for lighter duty use. - April 28, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick Visits Laboratory Testing Inc.
Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick visited Laboratory Testing Inc. to see firsthand how the company supports the production of aircraft carriers with materials testing services. He took the opportunity to tour the facilities and meet with the company owners and employees. - April 26, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
MF Supply President, Robin Lieberman, Selected to SBA Emerging Leaders class of 2015.
NJ Based Supply Chain partner to Manufacturers one of 17 chosen for potential to achieve growth to the next level. - April 24, 2015 - MF Supply
Adjustable and Vibration Proof Compression Latches from EMKA UK
EMKA’s 1000 program of compression latches is suitable for use on electrical, electronic and storage housings. They provide good protection from vibration, have simple depth adjustment and are typically sealed to IP65, but are available up to IP69. - April 16, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Scheduled to Exhibit at Mid-Atlantic Design-2-Part
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be showcasing its materials testing and calibration capabilities at the Design-2-Part Show in booth #235. D2P will be held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Phoenixville, PA from April 22-23, 2015. - April 11, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Elesa LMR Non-Slip Levelling Feet Take Custom Shafts
The new LMR levelling feet from Elesa UK come with a non-slip base in steel or stainless steel and are designed to offer users the extra facility to fit custom length shafts. - March 28, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Enclosure Security and Vehicle Components – EMKA Production Technologies Revealed in New Whitepaper
A recent whitepaper by Andy Billingham, MD, EMKA UK Ltd, discusses how a range of advanced technologies have come together under the EMKA umbrella to meet the needs of applications as diverse as Data Security and vehicle manufacturers. - March 21, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Swinghandles Now Available Online from FDB Panel Fittings
FDB Panel Fittings have made a wide range of swinghandles available ex-stock and online. The range includes locking and non-locking versions in polyamide, zinc die and stainless steel with sealing up to IP65. - March 21, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Spoked Handwheels from Elesa for Food, Pharmaceutical and Medical Industries
Fixed and folding handle versions of Elesa’s VRTP spoked handwheels are suitable for food processing, pharmaceutical and medical applications. The handwheels have a cavity free design, combined with all metal components in food grade 304 or 316 stainless steel. - March 08, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Standalone Electronic Security from EMKA UK for Data Centre Server Racks
EMKA offer base level standalone electronic cabinet security with their new 1150 electromechanical swinghandle which provides digital PIN pass code protection for a main lock, plus one other, e.g. a rear door or possibly a neighbouring rack. - March 07, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
FDB Panel Fittings Puts the L Handle Online
FDB Panel Fittings now have L handles for specialist cabinet manufacturers available ex-stock and online from their online store. Many types and sizes are offered with/without locking options or with padlock facility. - February 28, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Elesa 151.2 Supplement - Over 600 Pages of New Products
The Elesa 151 catalogue has grown with the release of their 151.2 supplement, now taking their standard equipment parts range to more than 30,000 individual product codes. The 151.2 hard copy supplement is available free of charge on request from www.elesa.co.uk – it contains a wealth of... - February 27, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
EMKA UK at Data Centre World, Stand No. H50
EMKA (UK) will be exhibiting their new BioLock system at the 2015 Data Centre World Exhibition. The EMKA BioLock provides unique fingerprint technology stored and processed in the handle on the cabinet with an “Indisputable Audit Trail” to protect valuable data. - February 20, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Flush Pull Handles with Snap-in Assembly and Integral Locks from Elesa UK
Elesa’s new PR-CH flush pull handles for sheet metal lift-off panels and doors used on machinery of many types to cover equipment as a protective element. They are suited for machine access panels and guarding – also for maintenance doors covering internal mechanisms or electrics. - February 12, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
New Combination Swinghandle from EMKA UK for Data/Co-Location Centres
The new 1155 swinghandle from EMKA UK is suitable for use in small data centres, as well as in arduous situations such as banks of control cabinets in a factory environment, and as hardware protection for locks in other establishments. - February 08, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
EMKA Are Going Green – Good for the Planet, Good for the Customer
The team at EMKA believe that going green is good business for everyone. By reducing inputs and maximising efficiency they not only reduce waste, energy consumption and pollution – they also believe they are keeping prices down. By designing products and processes better they aim to raise... - February 06, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Scheduled to Exhibit at NACE Corrosion 2015
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting its corrosion testing and analysis, materials testing and calibration capabilities at NACE Corrosion in booth #13044. NACE Corrosion will be held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX from March 16-19, 2015. - February 01, 2015 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
FDB Panel Fittings and FDB Electrical Exhibiting at Southern Manufacturing 2015
FDB Panel Fittings and FDB Electrical will be on stand X121 at Southern Manufacturing 2015 exhibiting enclosure related products, including locks, hinges, swinghandles and panelware, along with electrical protection products such as RCDs and Earth Continuity Monitors. - January 10, 2015 - FDB Panel Fittings
New Elesa Website Makes Life Easier for Manufacturers
The Elesa website has been completely rebuilt with clearer, higher performance and more comprehensive coverage of their range of standard machine components. The site features a new search engine with technical parameter based filter, PDF data sheets, zoom function images and drawings for improved clarity, and highlighted related products on data sheets. - December 21, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Traditional T Handles Now Available Online from FDB Panel Fittings
Traditional T handles are now available ex-stock, online from FDB Panel Fittings for specialist cabinets, enclosures, furniture and vehicles in sealing levels up to IP65. - December 20, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
EMKA Join the Data Centre Alliance as Corporate Partners
With the introduction of their Biometric Access system EMKA UK has joined the Data Centre Alliance as Corporate Partners to pass on their knowledge and expertise in the locking industry, especially relating to the securing of cabinets. - December 19, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
New Latch Clamps with Safety Locks from Elesa UK
Elesa MTL and MTB series latch clamps provide quick action adjustable clamping and release and are suitable for equipment and applications subject to strong vibration stresses. The latches have an integral 2 stage button mechanism to prevent accidental opening. - December 10, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Laboratory Testing Inc. Successfully Completes NUPIC Audit
Laboratory Testing Inc. has successfully completed an audit conducted by NUPIC members to verify effective implementation of the Lab’s QA program. As a result, LTI was re-approved for the NUPIC Approved Suppliers List to provide material testing, nondestructive testing and calibration services for another thirty months. - December 07, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Recessed Handles Now Available Online from FDB Panel Fittings
Recessed handles from FDB Panel Fittings for cabinets, cupboards, storage and luggage are now available online. - December 05, 2014 - FDB Panel Fittings
Advanced Wireless Stand-Alone Data Cabinet Security System from EMKA UK
The AGENT E 3000 program from EMKA is suitable for single cabinet locking and access logging or for individual cabinets administered separately in a data centre where the infra-red key fob operation enables multiple authorised access and logging of identity. - December 04, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
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.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Receives Gulfstream Aerospace Approval
Laboratory Testing Inc. has received an Approval of Supplier Certificate from Gulfstream Aerospace for materials testing services. LTI can now perform an extensive list of chemical analysis, metallurgical testing, mechanical testing and nondestructive testing services for Gulfstream and its suppliers. The approval was issued on November 20, 2014 and will be valid for the next three years. - November 28, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
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
Laboratory Testing Inc. is a Scheduled Power-Gen International Exhibitor
LTI, an accredited materials testing and calibration lab, will be showcasing its services at Power-Gen International in Booth # 3854. The Expo will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from December 9-11, 2014. - November 16, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
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
Laboratory Testing Inc. Welcomes New Outside Sales Representative
Laboratory Testing Inc. introduces Eric Baum as new Outside Sales Representative. Eric will be responsible for creating new materials testing and calibration business opportunities and growing LTI’s customer base, while strengthening relationships with current customers. - November 07, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. to Spotlight Material Testing and Calibration at Fabtech 2014
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting its material testing, nondestructive testing and calibration capabilities at the Fabtech Expo in Booth C1107. The show will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA on November 11-13, 2014. - November 05, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Participated in “Feed My Starving Children” Event
Laboratory Testing Inc. employees attended the Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) MoblePack event at Delaware Valley College in Doylestown, PA. The work of all volunteers produced 272,160 packaged meals for needy West African children. Laboratory Testing Inc. also donated 1,200 lbs. of food to the Bucks County Housing Group. - November 02, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
New Inside Sales Employee Joins Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. announces Chris Mecleary as a new Inside Sales Rep. Mecleary will provide materials testing, nondestructive testing and calibration customers with service and support related to product information, pricing and orders. - October 31, 2014 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
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