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Smiths Interconnect acquires Reflex Photonics to expand into high speed data transmission market


New Media Plate - half full or half empty


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he latest product development from Scolmore sees the launch of a new range of half media plates which have


been developed as the direct result of requests from contractors looking for a smaller version of the existing media plates. The plates feature a decorative ingot switched double


socket outlet with a triple aperture that will allow the installation of any three new media modules to build a plate to suit a variety of installation requirements. With flexibility and quick installation for the end user in


mind, the half media plates include a pre-manufactured insert onto the back of the plate to eliminate the need for a mounting yoke. There are five new half media plates available - Polar


White, Polished Chrome (with a choice of black or white ingot) and Satin Chrome (with a choice of black or white ingot).


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Reflex is a recognized global leader in rugged high-reliability optical transceiver modules for space, defence, aerospace, and industrial applications. Reflex optical transceivers deliver high signal density and ultra-fast speeds for low Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) solutions. Reflex products are mainly used in harsh environment advanced systems such as AESA radars, high- performance computers, satellites, automotive applications, in-flight entertainment, and high-resolution cameras. Smiths Interconnect President Karen Bomba said: "We are pleased to welcome Reflex to the Smiths Interconnect family of technology brands. We are a leading supplier of technically differentiated components that are critical to our customers’ products and operations; Reflex adds leading ruggedized and radiation-resistant transceiver technology to our offering, strengthening our presence and positioning in harsh environment fibre optic end applications”.


S Smiths Interconnect  +39 010 60361  www.smithsinterconnect.com


Snickers Workwear’s NEW Hoodies and Sweatshirts T


he new range of Hoodies and Sweatshirts for craftsmen and women are probably the most comfortable we’ve ever designed. The ‘Full Zip’ or ‘Overhead’ Sweatshirt and Hoodie choices are ideally


combined with Snickers’ First and Second Layer Undergarments and can comfortably be worn under a jacket on chilly days. Street-smart and great for on-site or leisure activities there’s a range of


styles and colour options to choose from. They’re made from a cosy, durable polycotton fabric for extra ruggedness


and have a soft-brushed finish on the inside for extra comfort plus handwarmer pockets at the front. They also feature an unmistakable Snickers logo and are ideal for


company profiling.


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Boost Your Van Security with the Kasp Van Lock & Hasp


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recent survey of 1,000 tradespeople by insurance


company, Simply Business, uncovered some shocking statistics about tool thefts and tool thefts from vans. It found 1 in 3 have had tools stolen, proving extremely costly and many having to cope with the worrying loss of earnings. In fact, tool theft and loss of earnings costs victims a combined £3,005 on average. This highlights the need for tradespeople to take steps to boost van security. The Kasp Security Van Lock & Hasp provides the best protection against common forms of attack on vans, its shackle-less lock enclosed within the walls of the hasp, offering virtually no points of effective attack.


Renowned for being locks you can trust, the Kasp Security Van Lock & Hasp offers some great features and


benefits, providing a strong and effective solution for keeping valuable tool kits out of the reaches of unwelcome hands. For example, the Kasp Van Padlock features a chrome plated hardened steel body for extra strength and


protection from corrosion. The padlock’s shrouded steel shackle, offers maximum protection against hacksaw and cropping attacks. Other important features include a 6 pin cylinder, for extra protection against picking, plus a corrosion resistant mechanism for reliability in potentially harsh environments. The Hasp has a zinc plated heavy duty steel construction, to offer extra strength and safeguard against


corrosion. Kasp


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IP68 Die Cast From Evatron


Grey and Black. Manufactured in corrosion resistant aluminium alloy with stainless steel screws, and an impact resistance of up to 7 joules (IEC 60079-0:2004), these cases are suitable for safely enclosing electronic components, PCBs or e-mech components such as relays and switches. The 68 series come in 6 sizes and can withstand temperatures ranging from -60 C to +200 C in areas that are generally considered too harsh for other enclosure materials. Holes and slots can be machined to your exact


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specification and customised with legends and your company logo. Our experienced sales team will search for the size and


type of enclosure you need. For immediate online assistance click the ‘online chat’ icon or email sales@evatron.com.


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igh impact IP68 die cast enclosures are available in Natural Aluminium as well as powder coated Silver


miths Interconnect today announces that it has completed the acquisition of Reflex Photonics, Inc. (“Reflex”). Founded in 2002 in Montreal, Canada,


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