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  • Capabilities – Call Off Orders

    Capabilities – Call Off Orders

    At HITEK we recognise the challenges of obtaining what you need precisely when required, especially when ordering larger quantities may lead to product expiration before it’s fully utilised. To address these concerns, we offer a Call Off Orders system that ensures you always have a product with suitable shelf life when needed.For HITEK account holders…

  • Technical Tips – Checking Silicone conditions

    Technical Tips – Checking Silicone conditions

    Technical Tip – Checking if Silicone is in fine condition to useAt HITEK we supply a lot of products that are made of Silicone which means regular checks are required to see if the material is useable. To determine if silicone has gone bad involves a few key things: #Silicone #TechnicalTip #protectingyourelectronics

  • Brand Spotlight – ABS Technics

    Brand Spotlight – ABS Technics

    Next up in our Brand Spotlights it’s @ABS ABS Technics are a supplier and provider of microwave absorber materials for HITEK. ABS Technics designs and produces microwave absorber materials for a broad range of applications. Urethane and silicone elastomers, along with foams, thermoplastics, and other targeted materials, undergo modification to acquire microwave absorption capabilities. The…

  • Category Post – Thermal Management Range

    Category Post – Thermal Management Range

    At HITEK we supply a wide range of different materials that are fit for the purpose of #protectingyourelectronics. Todays focus is on our Thermal Management Range. This range is perfect for anyone who is seeking to protect their electronics from heat and thermal impedances.Materials that can be found within the Thermal Management Range are: To…

  • HITEK Update – Cyber Essentials Certification

    HITEK Update – Cyber Essentials Certification

    Within a business cyber security is a huge topic for protection and here at HITEK we take this matter very serious. Our efforts to show readiness and the capability to defend against cybercrime has seen us be awarded with the Cyber Essentials accreditation. The Cyber Essentials program is designed to assist companies with the safeguarding…

  • Capabilities – Form In Place (FIP)

    Capabilities – Form In Place (FIP)

    HITEK offers a form-in-place gasketing service that uses Cho-form and ParPHorm to create custom gaskets for a wide range of applications. Our team of experienced technicians can work with you to design and manufacture a gasket that meets your specific needs. Benefits to FIP:• Custom design – Our programmable machine allows for the production of…

  • Update – HITEK Response Time

    Update – HITEK Response Time

    In need of a quote for a part or product that we offer. By contacting us through our request for quote (RFQ) system on our website product pages we will be able to provide you with what you require within a short timeframe. Additionally, you can request a quote for a product/part by emailing us…

  • Best Seller – June

    Best Seller – June

    As we are now in July it is time to announce the #BestSeller for June which was @Henkel product Ablestik 45 clear and Catalyst 15 clear! LOCTITE ABLESTIK 45 CLEAR is a clear, unfilled epoxy adhesive which, by varying the amount of catalyst used, can adjust the hardness from flexible to rigid. It has an…

  • Cat-titude n Whiskers – Charity day

    Cat-titude n Whiskers – Charity day

    Yesterday we at HITEK held a cake sale and a dress down day where all proceeds made would go to a great charity called Cat-titude n Whiskers who are a non-profit charity that have been based in the Scunthorpe area for over 10 years! Cat-titude n Whiskers are a cat rescue organisation who aim to…

  • New Products – ABS Technics

    New Products – ABS Technics

    This week we are proud to share that a whopping 29+ products are hitting our online store from our range of ABS Technics. Their brilliant range of absorbers can now be found on our website via their brand page. Find our brand page here: ABS Technics – HITEK Electronic Materials LTD (hitek-ltd.co.uk) Check out the…

  • Brand Spotlight – Nycote

    Brand Spotlight – Nycote

    Nycote is a liquid nylon surface protection that has a revolutionary barrier against corrosion, friction & conductivity for mission-critical aerospace, automotive, medical & marine applications, a great alternative to parylene conformal coating. Nycote Nyform – This innovative thin film coating combines the strength of nylon with the chemical resistance of epoxy to provide exceptional protection…

  • HITEK History – Its a Knockout 2023 throw back

    HITEK History – Its a Knockout 2023 throw back

    Todays #HITEKHistory sees us look back on a fantastic event that we participated in last year called Its a Knockout which was organised and ran by @LindseyLodge. All staff that got involved with this event had a great time participating and working together as a team to complete multiple different tasks and challenges throughout the…

  • Product Spotlight – Stycast Antifoam 88

    Product Spotlight – Stycast Antifoam 88

    Todays #ProductSpotlight focuses in on @Henkel product Stycast Antifoam 88! STYCAST ANTIFOAM 88 is an organic air release additive that’s designed for the purpose of reduction and/or prevention of foam formation in epoxies, urethanes, polyesters, and polysulfide rubbers. Its effectiveness in preventing bubbles and enhancing the degassing process makes it a valuable asset for any…

  • Capabilities – Customer Support

    Capabilities – Customer Support

    Facing challenges in finding a suitable solution? HITEK’s dedicated technical department has the expertise and resources needed to assist you in discovering the perfect solution to #protectingyourelectronics. With our team of product experts available during our business hours, you can expect a prompt and efficient response to your enquiry. At HITEK we have multiple ways…

  • Product Spotlight – Cho-Fab CFT

    Product Spotlight – Cho-Fab CFT

    Todays #ProductSpotlight focuses in on @ParkerChomerics product Cho-Fab CFT! Cho-Fab CFT – Parker Chomerics CHO-FAB™ electrically conductive fabric tape is ideal for applications requiring lighter weight and a more flexible electrically conductive tape than metal foil tapes provide. CHO-FAB tape provides excellent EMI shielding and good corrosion resistance. In the case of shielded cables, CHO-FAB…

  • Scunthorpe United AD Board

    Scunthorpe United AD Board

    We’re excited for another season of working with the Iron as a sponsor for their long-term project! Recently we have had a new HITEK sign put up at the front of the stadium which highlights our commitment to supporting and sponsoring our local club. A huge thanks goes out to @A Signs Scunthorpe for putting…

  • When the mission is critical, trust Orbel from start to finish. Let’s meet Ken Marino, from Orbel

    When the mission is critical, trust Orbel from start to finish. Let’s meet Ken Marino, from Orbel

    Welcome everyone and thank you for joining us today for this Q&A session with Ken Marino, President at Orbel and HITEK’s Operations Director, Roger Dent. Ken brings a wealth of experience to the table, having been with Orbel for a 41 of  years. Today, we’ll be learning more about Orbel’s history, capabilities and how they…

  • Capabilities – Down Packing/Decant

    Capabilities – Down Packing/Decant

    Something for us to be proud of at HITEK is having access to such a variety of capabilities such as Down Packing/Decanting that help us with effective product managing! Down packing or decanting is the process of taking a larger quantity of substance and transferring it into smaller equally sized containers. For example, let’s consider…

  • New Product – Permabond UV643

    New Product – Permabond UV643

    Today we have a new product hitting our store from @Permabonds new range – Permabond UV643! Permabond UV643 is a fast curing UV-curable acrylic adhesive designed for the rapid bonding off rigid plastics. This thixotropic adhesive cures tack-free and performs excellently on multiple different thermoplastics. Under hot or wet conditions, it provides high durability (tested…

  • Technical Tip – Shelf Life, Pot Life Working Life and Gel Time

    Technical Tip – Shelf Life, Pot Life Working Life and Gel Time

    Technical Tip – Shelf Life, Pot Life and Working Life Technical data sheet terminology can be confusing at times. We at HITEK have asked several people what they believe Shelf Life, Pot Life, Working Life and Gel Time mean, and we received mixed answers. For that reason, our Technical Manager @DavidMcAllister has put together a…