Custom solutions for inspection and calibration for fastening technology
6 days agoAt this year’s Control exhibition, the Kistler Group will present two new solutions for fastening technology: the cerTEST inspection system and the caliTEST-B calibration device offer easy, standard-compliant testing and calibration of torque tools, as required by the automotive and aviation industries or in the construction sector.
PEM UK marks opening with expanded presence and enhanced offerings
11 days agoPEM UK announces the opening of its physical offices in Burnley, signalling a renewed commitment to the UK market. This revitalised space not only serves as a testament to PEM UK’s dedication but also introduces on-site warehouses featuring a comprehensive stock of fasteners.
Plastic and stainless steel snap locks for use in tough conditions
3 days agonorelem is now producing plastic and stainless steel snap locks ideal for a wide range of applications. Quick and easy to install, while sitting flush within the cabinet, these robust snap locks are designed for use in extremely tough conditions.
Unlock your cabinets using your smartphone with EMKA app
4 days agoWith the ‘EMKA mobile’ app, each user’s smartphone becomes a digital key that is always available to operate locks in remote or otherwise vulnerable locations.
Potting compound selection for LED assembly
40 days agoDepending on an application’s needs, there are numerous potting compounds available, with formulations offering properties including being low density/lightweight, flame retardant, flexible, optically clear, and thermally conductive. It can be challenging to know which material to specify, given the different chemistries, properties, and processing requirements. Kevin Brownsill, head of technical: learning and development at Intertronics, shares insight on potting compound selection for an LED assembly.
What types of retained fastenings can I use for fixed guards?
48 days agoYou may have heard or read something about particular types of fastenings being required for securing machine guards in position. Derek Coulson, machinery safety consultant at Safe Machine, looks at the requirement for fixed guards to be attached with retained fastenings, and unravel what exactly that means, and lists some of the suppliers that offer various different types of retained fastening.