Automatic Machine for Metallographic Sample Preparation
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The Science, Engineering and Analysis Division (SEAD) of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) invites competitive quotations for the supply of the following item to their Laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN: 1 x Benchtop automatic grinding/polishing machine for metallographic sample preparation
What the notice asks for
The Science, Engineering and Analysis Division (SEAD)
The Science, Engineering and Analysis Division (SEAD) of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) invites competitive quotations for the supply of the following item to their Laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN:.
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- tender · Open
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