MSB Design Hi-Lo tables added as line-fit option for Gulfstream G500 and G600 models

Ahead of this year’s NBAA, Canada-based precision engineering company MSB Design has announced that its Hi-Lo conference tables are being made available as a line-fit option on the Gulfstream G500 and Gulfstream G600 family of aircraft.

The tables will be offered as an initial specification option. Inclusion follows positive feedback from the market about existing installations of the product.

The latest manual Hi-Lo tables were specifically designed for the G500/600 models and will be showcased on the MSB Design booth C10721, and on the Gulfstream G600 mock up on booth C9406, during this year’s NBAA. The new table has been modified from existing models to incorporate a number of innovations that have not been seen in MSB’s product range previously. A much slimmer pedestal creates more foot room, whilst a carpet pinch beauty ring ensures the table fits stylishly to the cabin floor.

In addition to the manual model, MSB will be demonstrating an electric pedestal that can be operated by Bluetooth, in two stages, changing its use from dining to coffee table mode. Clients can also opt for an oval shroud converting the existing round, or square shape, into an elegant oval finish.

Shannon Gill, Business Development Director MSB, showcases one of 25 Hi-Lo designs.

The new table has been designed to withstand 600lbs of load in the deployed position and to survive 1400lbs of weight while being stable enough to remain safely stowed. “We’ve designed our tables to be incredibly strong and reliable. They are extremely solid with an intelligent infinite locking feature. This removes concerns about the product breaking if someone is leaning, sitting or sleeping, no matter which height it is set at,” says Shannon Gill, Business Development Director MSB Design.

She adds: “Our clients tell us that a combination of finish, reliability, appearance and operation, in addition to size, noise and weight reduction are all key considerations in table selection. We have listened to them and hopefully created a product they value.” Gill anticipates that the new design will be welcomed by OEMs, completion centres, and design-houses internationally. “The level of customization we offer is extensive and we are proud to be capable of taking on any requirement to meet the needs of our customers.”

First international office to open in USA

In further news, the doors of MSB's the new office will open for business in Savannah, GA, on 1 January, 2016.

The decision to open the company’s first ever international office has been made in response to increased demand from the US aviation market for MSB’s technical expertise in producing tailor-made Crystal, China and Flatware inserts (CCF), a wide range of Hi-Lo tables, and customized cabinet kits.

Shannon Gill will relocate to Savannah, from the company headquarters in Montreal, to run the strategic development of MSB Group. Supporting Gill will be a US-based sales team, as well as MSB personnel on site at customers in Kansas, California and Ohio.

MSB has experienced a significant rise in orders from an expanding number of customers for its tailor-made products in the last two years. It is now regularly receiving single orders for wide body aircraft completions of more than 100 pieces of the CCF inserts. Each order requires the design department to work closely with the OEM, or completion center’s team, to establish the exact requirements for each specific project. The technical team then creates the specifications for each insert, which can be used to securely store dinnerware, crystal, stemware, and other fragile objects during taxi, takeoff, flight and landing.

“The bespoke nature of our products means we work very closely with the customer to provide exactly what they need. With many of our customers now originating in the USA it made sense for us to bring the business to the country, and commit a dedicated team to developing the potential. I’m really excited to be opening MSB’s first non-Canadian office and look forward to growing our customer base here in the USA,” concludes Gill.

BlueSky Business Aviation News | 12th November 2015 | Issue #344
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