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1000 Program compact, adjustable compression latches from EMKAEMKA continue to expand their offering of compression technology latches with this new Program 1000 Compression Lift-and-Turn swinghandle style latches. These are expected to be of particular value in vibration prone situations for closure of cabinets/enclosures, especially in air-conditioning or vehicle equipment access situations, as well as other similar applications which require substantial opportunity for adjustment. Fastening Solutions Exhibition - The fast route to cost savings and improved designsThere were a large number of enthusiastic visitors from industrial giants through to Formula 1 winners at the Fastening Solutions Exhibition Cosford recently. Pre-exhibition soundings showed that some previous visitors who would like to come - having attended the last show - were now actually too busy to do so! However the promise of lower cost fastening and assembly solutions and an opportunity to review all the latest fastening innovations convinced many OEMs to send more than one key engineer to the show, so that they could more effectively solve current fastening/cost issues. 
Steel bending services have got smaller in a big wayThe Angle Ring Company Ltd have built a worldwide reputation for their ability to produce complex shapes in large size sections (up to 30 metre continuous lengths), using cold rolling or hot bending techniques. 
Hexis announce the release of their new DVD on vehicle wrappingThe film features the newest techniques and demonstrations from an industry leader and shows a full vehicle wrap with all steps from preparing the tools to the finishing touch of the completed wrap. In just over 30 minutes installers or those interested in getting into vehicle wrapping business learn which points need particular care. The most difficult areas are given special attention with valuable advice on the latest technological advances, tips and tricks to achieve high-quality wrap projects, so even experienced wrappers can benefit from fresh ideas. PPE Unveils Biofuel Sealing SolutionsPrecision Polymer Engineering has unveiled a range of sealing solutions that have been specially developed for manufacturers, handlers, processors and carriers of biofuels. With both ethanol and biofuel blends presenting significant chemical and processing challenges to conventional elastomer seals, PPE's launch of its biofuels-compatible sealing solutions will be welcomed by users of biofuels throughout the supply chain. 
Elesa address security - CKE locking boltFrom swimming pool covers to railway rolling stock access panels and equipment panels to toolboxes, the need for a simple locking bolt is addressed by the new Elesa CKE. 
New moisture-resistant gasketing resin for plastics from IntertronicsIntertronics is pleased to introduce a new tack-free, soft gasket material from sales partner, DYMAX, for sealing fuel cells, appliance housings, and critical electronic assemblies and devices. Light Weld® GA-140 is a UV/Visible light-curable form-in-place (FIP) and cure-in-place (CIP) gasket developed for applications requiring low compression set, tack-free surface, and durable, reliable sealing. It is a soft gasket material with high adhesion to plastics which provides a barrier to prevent absorption or penetration of air, dust, moisture, liquids and gaseous substances. 
Flame Spray System Applies High Performance Coating to Metal SubstratesVictrex has announced the development of a new, cost-effective flame spray process for applying its VICOTE Coatings to various metal and ceramic substrates. Historically, thermal (flame) spray technology has been limited to the application of metal alloys, cermets and some low performance polymers to form a protective coating on the substrate, but all of these coatings have performance limitations despite continued research to develop the process for high performance polymers, this new technique is the first to successfully flame spray a VICTREX PEEK polymer-based coating onto a metal substrate. The result is a tough, durable, high temperature and chemically resistant coating. 
Victrex APTIVT Film Replaces Metal In Heat ExchangerBy replacing metal in its Spiral Plate Heat Exchangers with APTIV™ film, Makatec of Bondorf, Germany, a leading developer of unique heating and cooling technologies, was able to enhance the design of the exchanger, improve performance and reduce overall systems cost. Heat exchangers are used to transfer heat between fluids and gases. They can also be used as condensers and evaporators. Innovative Sealing Compound Takes The PressureHigh performance elastomer seal specialist, Precision Polymer Engineering (PPE), has launched a new multi-purpose perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) compound that offers outstanding resistance to a broad range of chemicals and an extremely low compression set. Perlast(r) G75M improves sealing in many extreme conditions, including high speed rotation, high temperature and high pressure applications. With a compression set of just 14%, companies looking to increase the efficiency and lifespan of their seals are already trialling G75M. BSI British Standards has just published the screw thread standard in its revised seriesThe simplicity and longevity of screw thread standards mean that sometimes fifty years can pass between revisions. As industries globalize, however, it is important that manufacturers produce screws that are able to be used universally and across all sectors. 
Amphenol Chooses Victrex® Peek™ Polymer For New High Performance ClampsWhen Amphenol wanted to develop a high performance wiring, cable, and hydraulic tubing clamp that would replace and outperform traditional P-clamps and Saddle clamps, it chose VICTREX® PEEK™ polymer because of its superior strength and ability to reduce overall weight. 
VICOTE® Coatings’ High Temperature Performance Extends Service Life of Golf Ball Core MoldsWhen Sung Hyoung Precision, Seoul, Korea, a leading system provider of technological innovation for golf ball core molds, wanted to extend the service life of its core molds, it chose high performance VICOTE® Coatings powder and liquid dispersions as the coating solution to extend the mold's lifespan and reduce system costs. 
New Precision Hybrid Ball Screws With Ceramic BallsSteinmeyer, Inc. announced today a new option to its standard line of precision ball screw products – hybrid ball screws using ceramic rolling elements. By using balls manufactured from silicon nitride instead of tool steel, Steinmeyer is able to eliminate micro-welding in the ball nut. The major benefits include longer lifetime, lower friction and less lubricant required. 
PEEK Compound Replaces Titanium in Surgical Head Restraint SystemsTo solve material incompatibility problems in a surgical head restraint used during brain surgery, Performance Plastics (PPL), Cincinnati, Ohio used an RTP Company PEEK-based compound as a titanium replacement which met all the complex requirements of the device. 
Aluminium replaces steelThe increasing importance of magnesium as a construction material requires an inspired pairing of materials when it comes to screw fastenings. Alufast® aluminium screws from Arnold Umformtechnik have proved to be particularly excellent for making screw fastenings on housing sections, brackets and stiffeners made of magnesium. 
Extend hose life with Unicoil™Unicoil™, from Precision Brand Products, is a simple, effective tool designed to extend the life of a hose assembly. 
Major Auto Parts Supplier Chooses Victrex APTIV™ Film For Its Automotive Seat Motor Thrust WashersWhen S&T Daewoo, a major Korean auto parts supplier, wanted a plastic film to replace the steel in its seat motor thrust washers for the company's flagship automobiles, it chose Victrex APTIV™ film because of the product's superb durability, wear-resistance and inherent lubricity. 
Moisture adsorbing board is a cut ahead against condensationBrownell has developed moisture adsorbing board with the versatility to be tailor shaped and fixed as a practical alternative to conventional desiccant bags in preventing condensation within virtually any product or packaging economically and efficiently. 
Antimicrobial film offers protection for hospital surfacesMacDermid Autotype has launched a hard coated polyester film specially designed to offer antimicrobial protection for hospital surfaces. The new film, called SIGMAGraF Shield AM, combines Microban® antimicrobial technology with industrial-strength protection against solvents and cleaning chemicals. In addition, SIGMAGraF Shield AM can provide impact and abrasion resistance above ordinary laminates, ensuring that all surfaces and signage remain protected for both patients and staff at all times. 
Orbitform Group introduces SpiralformOrbital forming offers advantages over other methods of fastening, yet there are occasions where it may not be the optimal solution. It is for these delicate and lighter duty applications that the Orbitform Group has engineered a Spiralform cartridge into its standard product line. 
Hexis with new cast vinyl at FESPA Digital in GenevaHexis will be present at FESPA Digital Printing 2008, this year's major exhibition for large format digital imaging, taking place in Geneva, Switzerland 1-3 April. At the event Hexis will show an all new cast plotter film combined with Hex'Press adhesive technology for vehicle wraps and fleet graphics. 
New Blue Passivation Coating Protects Rexnord ChainsRexnord's zinc passivation and acid resistant coatings now have a new blue lustre. This new coating replaces the former yellow chromate one to comply with new legal requirements introduced to eliminate carcinogenic coatings. As before, this new blue zinc coating is offered by Rexnord as an option on all its chains and associated attachments. 
MEMFast Launches Robust Low Cost Rivet Nut Hand ToolMEMFast (Make Ends Meet Limited) has launched its own Hand Tool for the installation of Rivet Nuts and Rivet Studs. 
Polyurethane Tubing Offers Rubber-Like Flexibility with the Durability of PlasticNow available from tubing manufacturer NewAge(R) Industries is polyurethane tubing that combines the best properties of plastic and rubber. Called Superthane(R), it withstands wear, abrasion, weathering, chemicals, fuels, and moisture while it remains flexible. Superthane may be used for a wide variety of gas and fluid transfer uses. 
Metal Detectable Plastic Cable Ties/Detectable ProductsE-Components & Chains Limited of Pocklington UK are pleased to announce the launch of their new range of Detectamet Metal Detectable Plastic Cable Ties. 
Locking security gets tough with CamlockThe new Series 31 lock from Camlock Systems is designed to provide OEMs with excellent value and a good level of security protection for lockers, cabinets, storage boxes, mail boxes, drugs cabinets, deed boxes, chemical storage cabinets, tool cabinets and many other applications. 
Panel Clamping StripA particularly neat looking and easy way of fitting panels into an aluminium frame has been developed recently by Item. |
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