Problem-solving adds value to injection moulding


As well as offering full part DFM, mould flow analysis and in-house tool design, it has its own fully- equipped tool room, delivering a comprehensive service from initial design evaluation through to new tool manufacture with in-house tool maintenance and service. At the core of the operation is the


For the past 35 years, Precision Engineering Plastics has delivered close tolerance injection moulded components and added value assemblies, combining high levels of technical capability with a problem-solving mentality. Its facility in London is equipped with 30 injection moulding machines ranging from 12 to 650 tonnes.


IATF16949 quality management system. This stringent and demanding system ensures high levels of service, technical solutions and quality parts on time, every time. Working for customers in the automotive, aerospace, medical, electrical / electronics, engineering sectors and the Ministry of Defence, the company delivers a wide range of


Measuring sensors can be bespoke


Displacement transducers have been designed and manufactured in the UK for over 55 years by RDP Electronics. The company can supply standard and bespoke sensors to almost every industrial sector. Maximum capabilities are


displacement ranges between 0.5mm to 940mm, operating pressures from full vacuum to 20,000 PSI, a maximum PT rating of IP68 to 2.2km, operating temperatures from -220 to 600°C and a maximum radiation dose of 1G Gy. It also provides sensors for the


measurement of force, pressure and torque, along with instrumentation. These include tension, compression


Standard components are complemented with custom manufacturing


With a history of manufacturing dating back to 1923, Rencol Group is one of the UK’s most experienced standard component manufacturers. Its range includes standard parts for every application; from knobs, handles and handwheels for machine building, to work- holding components including clamping levers and index plungers, levelling feet for furniture, production lines and


conveyor belts, to locks, catches and hinges for enclosures and cabinets. Industry standard sizes and materials ensure reliability and compatibility. A substantial stock is held at the company’s Bristol warehouse with 48-hour delivery available for most items. Design engineers can download detailed 3D CAD files via the website and a technical sales team is always available with product advice.


If an exact part is not offered, the company can modify any existing product or design a bespoke solution to specification. The Rencol Manufacturing division can manufacture a range of plastic and metal parts, and is experienced with plastic injection moulding, CNC machining, forging, stamping and pressing.


Visit Rencol Group at stand D130


and universal load cell sensors, ranging from 250g to 2.2MN. There are also gauge, absolute, barometric, vacuum and differential pressure transducers,


ranging from 542mBar to 6895Bar.


Visit RDP Electronics at stand L155


injection moulding, insert moulding, two-shot moulding and secondary / post-processing operations. Part sizes range from small medical devices and micro mouldings for electronics to large parts for automotive trim and ULEV parts. The specialist in high-grade engineering polymers works with a range of materials including PEEK, PPA, LCP, PPS, polyesters, POM, PC / ABS alloys, TPE, various nylons including PA66 and PA12 and glass- filled polymers (up to 65% glass filler) such as IXEF and Amodel.


Visit Precision Engineering Plastics at


stand C250


Sheet metal rises to ventilator challenge


Part of the recent £1.5million investment cycle, the dedicated assembly unit within the Potters manufacturing facility is arranged into modular workstations and assembly lines capable of adapting to different sized assemblies and component needs. Being able to vary in batch sizes from one to several thousand was key to the success in delivering the demands placed on Potters by VentilatorChallengeUK in 2020. Supplying thousands of assembled mechanical chassis and associated components to manufacture ventilators to help the NHS in the fight against Covid, the company operated continuous manufacturing for several months. The lessons learned through this period have been instrumental in the development of a more connected manufacturing process at the company, from design to concept to delivery. Dean Bailey, operations


director, remarks: ‘’The industry has changed greatly over the past eighteen months... We need to innovate as well as motivate to achieve our customer’s goals and expectations”.


Visit Potters at stand D95


Nickel alloys and stainless steel is shipped around the globe


Established in 1991, Quest 4 Alloys is an independent stockholder and processor of nickel alloys and stainless steels. It has a reputation


for a fast, efficient and reliable supply of specialist high temperature and corrosion resistant materials around the world. The purpose-built service centre in the UK and offices in France can despatch orders by road, sea or air for customers in the aerospace, petrochemical, oil and gas, power generation, nuclear, architectural, automotive, construction, water, food, springs and pressings industries.


The company stocks and supplies a wide range of nickel alloys and stainless steel, duplex, super duplex and titanium and offers product forms such as 0.3 to 3mm sheet thickness, 4.0 to 150mm plate thickness, 0.05 to 10mm thick coils and 3.0 to 1,000mm diameter bars in addition to forgings, tube and pipe, flanges and fittings. Processing capabilities include shearing, slitting, water jet, laser or plasma, full machining of bars, centreless grinding and straightening of bars. Whether complete packages to


one-off orders, there is full traceability. Quality procedures include ISO 9001, AS9120 Aerospace and SC21.


Visit Quest 4 Alloys at stand M175


Anti-vandal switches have high current contacts


Among the highlights of the range of relays, displays and cable assemblies by RJS Electronics, visitors can see the RJS107 high current contact, and anti-vandal switches. They are available in 16, 19, 22 and 25mm versions. They are IP67- rated at 20A with single / bi-colour and RGB LED illumination, which can be a ring or power symbol. Visitors will also be able to see the RJS1N1LP series of low profile switches with a total height of 14mm (max). They are available in 12 to 30mm options with LED options including the RGB IP67 / IP68 rated model (pictured front). Other switches include the RJS SDE, a multi-purpose, low profile LCD encoder switch with full colour


programmable TFT screen. It is IP65-rated and supports Raspberry Pi for easy programming.


Another highlight is the RJS-SLC, a smooth and silent pushbutton switch with a 0.42-inch high- resolution mono OLED display. Products can also be customised.


Visit RJS Electronics at stand B100


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