UK fluid power distributor TOM PARKER LTD has announced an expansion to its range of filters, regulators and lubricators (FRL) from Master Pneumatic Inc. (MP) who began life as a parts supplier to the automotive industry.
FILTERTECHNIK has announced its First Aid for Oils initiative. The company says its new catalogues details how it specialises in the diagnosis of oil issues, the treatment or remedial action required and the on-going maintenance to ensure oil remains in a healthy condition.
A new web site has been launched which is set to help improve the health, safety, performance, and economy of a wide range of industrial, construction and agricultural equipment.
BFPA CEO, Chris Buxton, describes a new initiative to address current training deficiencies in the Fluid Power sector. For some time, the British Fluid Power Association, its Directors and its members have recognised the absence of any formal regulation relating to the qualifications of those engineers, technicians and operators embarking upon work in either the Hydraulic or Pneumatic technology sectors. i.e. an equivalent to the Gas Safe Register (formerly known as CORGI) for operatives working with gas appliances.
The overriding majority of valve actuation applications in today’s industries are fulfilled with standard products. In some cases an actuator may need to be modified to suit specific operating requirements, but here again a solution based on a standard product can usually be found. There are occasions, however, when the physical and operational demands of an application rule out anything other than an entirely customised approach to the problem.
A NOV MONO Sun-Sub solar pumping system is helping reduce water and power consumption costs at a major logistics warehouse in China. The Mono equipment draws water which is used to clean the tyres of trucks entering the DB Schenker Logistics warehouse in Jiangsu province.
HYDROTECHNIK has launched its new extended range of universal nitrogen gas charging kits for accumulators, dampers, fire suppression and other pneumatic or gaseous systems.
PMP Industries S.p.A., diversified Italian producer of power transmissions and fluid power, and German manufacturer of comprehensive heavy duty hydraulics, LINDE HYDRAULICS, have announced their global strategic alliance. The companies say each other’s product portfolio, sales channels and regional coverage are broadened by the agreement.
CONCENTRIC AB reports it has appointed Paul Shepherd to head a new Advanced Research and Development Unit which will focus on innovation and emerging technologies in both the engine pump and hydraulics sectors in which the company operates.
Established in 2007, EASTERN SEALS (UK) LTD reports it has seen rapid growth, becoming a market leader in the supply of quality sealing products and associated items. The company says the continued expansion has led to the need to increase its staffing level to 25 people and also the warehouse space, and it now operates out of three warehouses with a total area of 25,000 sq. ft. Eastern Seals says its very large stock levels enable it to service not only the UK market with next day deliveries, but an ever increasing and demanding worldwide market.
HYDRAULIC PROJECTS LTD, a UK designer and manufacturer of the Hy-Pro and Hy-ProDrive control valve and pump ranges exhibited for the first time at the Fluid Power & Systems Exhibition this year. Hy-Pro control valves, ranging from small G3/8 hose reel valves to multi-sectional G¾ bespoke units were showcased and the new Hy-Pro Drive PR+ reversing pumps was also on public display for the very first time.
In a move to help customers and the wider fluid power market comply with current safety directives and to better understand the risks of not taking simple and cost effective measures to safeguard employees, plant and equipment; TOM PARKER LTD says it is concentrating on raising awareness. Revealing a host of safety focussed products at the recent Fluid Power and Systems Exhibition 2014, where the company was a
CONCENTRIC ROCKFORD, INC has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2013 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating. The Rockford, IL manufacturing facility was selected for the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to continuous improvement. Company representatives accepted the recognition during formal ceremonies held on February 18th, 2014 in Davenport, IA.
Materials handling and lifting equipment specialists J D NEUHAUS has launched a mobile version of its website designed specifically for smartphones. With mobile phone users currently making-up an estimated 15% of global internet traffic, the company says it is becoming ever more important to have a website that looks good and functions correctly when viewed on mobile devices.
Air treatment specialists HI-LINE INDUSTRIES LTD has announced a product promotional offer during May 2014 for any of its Tundra model refrigerant air dryers that are purchased during that particular month. Each dryer is supplied as standard with both an inlet 3 micron particulate pre-filter, together with an outlet filter for oil removal at 0.1 micron, providing the dryer internal heat exchanger protection as well as maintaining the downstream air quality. The company says for any Tundra dryer product purchased during May, these units will also be supplied with free filter housings complete with filter elements for the model of dryer purchased, which could represent a saving of up to £1850 for the largest Tundra unit which has an air flow throughput of 1605 scfm.
