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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.

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

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

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

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

New EMKA Catalogue; Ingenious Locking Technology 2018/2019

EMKA’s new 2018/2019 Ingenious Locking catalogue covers their comprehensive range of over 15,000 products – in fact “everything but the enclosure” certified to ISO 9001. - October 13, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.

Wireless Spindle Positioning System from Elesa Speeds Accurate Machine Set Up

The Elesa wireless spindle positioning system enables faster and more reliable machine set up by use of a wireless connected profile controller, which displays the initial set up values on each of up to 36 electronic position indicators. - October 12, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

Elesa LMHD Levelling Feet – Meeting Hygiene Standards, Cleaning Quickly and Efficiently

LMHD levelling feet from Elesa are part of a special series of standard components that meet the requirements of the EHEDG and the 3-A Sanitary Standards manufactured with FDA and EU compliant plastics and elastomers. - September 28, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

IP65/67 Compression Latch from FDB Panel Fittings is Now Available in Black

The standard DIRAK compression latch from FDB Panel Fittings is now also available in black to pair with black hinges and other enclosure hardware. The black finish with white insert markings offers a particularly clear indication of the latch position. This IP65/67 latch offers a full 6mm of... - September 28, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings

EMKA Extend Custom Gasket Profiles with New Tooling Capability

EMKA has extended their in-house tooling capability for custom profiles to suit specialist enclosures, automotive applications, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, railside housings and similar. - September 27, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.

Elesa Interlocked Hinge Gets It All Wrapped Up with TRAKRAP

The Elesa CFSW hinge with cut-off switch helps simplify the TRAKRAP machine guarding system by eliminating the need for a separate bracket and switch. - September 26, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

New 2018 Electronic and Biometric Locking Catalogue from EMKA

The new 2018 Electronic and Biometric Locking Catalogue from EMKA includes the world’s most flexible solution set for server-cabinet access control, with options for biometrics, proximity cards, smartcards, and PINs, including single- and dual-factor authentication. - September 08, 2018 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.

Elesa at the Advanced Engineering Exhibition, NEC, 31st October - 1st November 2018

The Elesa stand at this year’s Advanced Engineering Exhibition focuses on specialist equipment and design considerations, including their new wireless position indicators and hygienic design levelling feet, as well as their ELECOLORS program for matching components to customer colour schemes. - September 06, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

New Stainless Steel L Handle from FDB for Padlock Security

The new DIRAK stainless steel L handle available from FDB Panel Fittings will suit deep door panels such as used in acoustic enclosures, refrigeration, HVAC applications, large plastic doors and other access panels in food and hygiene areas where its IP65 sealing is of advantage. - September 02, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings

Elesa Electrical Machine Safety Products

The recently introduced CFSW hinges with built-in safety switch and the RH-FG16 series of tubular handles from Elesa reflect the increasing need for electrical machine protection devices in association with safety screens and cages or control enclosures and cabinets. - August 30, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

New Low Noise Sliding Slam Latch from FDB Panel Fittings

The new sliding slam latch from FDB Panel Fittings provides a low noise secure door closure mechanism for internal doors, cupboards etc. in specialist vehicles such as caravans, commercial vehicles, railway rolling stock and similar. - August 17, 2018 - FDB Panel Fittings

Elesa at PPMA Exhibition, Birmingham, NEC, 25th – 27th September, Stand No. E02

Elesa’s range of standard machine elements for the process and packaging industries will be on display at the 2018 PPMA Exhibition, taking place on 25th – 27th September at NEC Birmingham. - August 04, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

Elesa ESD Components Enhance Electronics Handling Equipment

ESD components from Elesa prevent build-up of dangerous static charge and protect delicate electronic devices in the course of production or assembly processes. In addition, they provide a comfortable means of clamping or gripping, pulling or lifting. - July 26, 2018 - ELESA (UK) Ltd

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

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