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New base improves service to UK and Ireland
MK Profile Systems has relocated to a modern warehousing, manufacturing and distribution facility in Lancashire.
News from Engineeringtalk, 30 March 2006
Connectors add to profile system's versatility
Two new low-cost versatile connectors are available for the comprehensive 40 series profile system.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 February 2006
Square connector stops profiles turning
MK Profile Systems has introduced a new version of its popular "tension plug" connector.
News from Engineeringtalk, 7 July 2005
Handwheel drive for simple linear modules
New combination kits allow type VST2011 and VST2015 handwheel-drive linear modules to be combined to provide simple, robust and accurate x-y linear positioning.
News from Engineeringtalk, 12 May 2005
Low cost guarding systems join the range
MK Profile Systems has added two new low cost guarding systems to its ever expanding range of modular machine guard solutions.
News from Engineeringtalk, 11 March 2005
Wood enters the frame for machine builders
MK Profile Systems reckons it has introduced a novel material technology to the frame building systems market - wood profiles.
News from Engineeringtalk, 26 October 2004
CAD data available online
MK Profile Systems is now offering free downloads of detailed CAD images of its machine building systems.
News from Engineeringtalk, 9 September 2004
Profiles provide elegant jig solution
A massive pipe measurement gauge built for China's foremost extruder of mains drains and sewers is based on curved structural profiles supplied by MK Profile Systems of Preston.
News from Engineeringtalk, 10 August 2004
Linear motion range spans low and high technology
A new "Linear motion technology" catalogue showcases recent developments in low-cost linear motion modules and components, compatible with the MK profile, factory equipment and conveying systems.
News from Engineeringtalk, 30 July 2004
Belting good conveyor
MK Profile Systems has launched a timing belt version of its modular conveyor system, details of which can be found in its new free "Conveying technology" handbook.
News from Engineeringtalk, 18 May 2004
Conveyor uses modular plastic belt
The MBF-P2040.02 is a new flat belt conveyor that uses a modular plastic belt, and is available in widths from 210 to 1010mm in 50mm increments.
News from Engineeringtalk, 25 February 2004
Major update for profile catalogue
The new 323-page catalogue from MK Profile Systems is an essential tool for all machine builders and is now more comprehensive and easier to use than ever.
News from Engineeringtalk, 3 December 2003
New profile technology is skin deep
MK Profile Systems has a new range of 40 series profiles that answers increasing demands for profile slots to be hidden.
News from Engineeringtalk, 14 October 2003
New slant to incline conveyors
MK has added three incline conveyor systems to its range of modular conveying systems based on System 2000 slotted aluminium profiles.
News from Engineeringtalk, 12 June 2003
Profile system provides diverse factory equipment
This is the first time MK has produced a catalogue specifically aimed at users of general factory equipment such as machine guards, workstations and safe working platforms.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 May 2003
Expansion for website
MK Profile Systems has expanded its UK website, with new features such as catalogue downloads, product data downloads, fast track literature requests, product stories and case studies.
News from Engineeringtalk, 17 April 2003
Modular conveyors expand
MK Profile Systems has further developed its SBF-P2000 modular plastic slat conveying system.
News from Engineeringtalk, 31 March 2003
Extrusions come complete with wireway facility
MK Profile Systems has developed a series of aluminium profiles for use in designing partitions for offices, clean rooms and machine building which have removable access to internal pipes and cables.
News from Engineeringtalk, 7 January 2003
Adapters make flexible joint the more so
MK Profile Systems has added new adapter plates to its novel MK Ball Base flexible joint, giving even more options to mount equipment in flexible positions.
News from Engineeringtalk, 22 November 2002
Foamed profiles take the strain
MK Profile Systems has further developed its novel foamed profile range to include new profile formats and facilities for routing wiring and pneumatic lines.
News from Engineeringtalk, 10 September 2002
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