07 Sep 2026

The Journal Of Fluid And Power Systems

Engineers warn Britain is not ready for climate ‘domino effect’

Britain is preparing for yesterday’s weather while tomorrow’s climate has already arrived. That is the stark warning from the…

Girls lead the way in engineering jobs of the future

Girls are rewriting the rules of engineering, with new research revealing they are leading the charge into some…

Danfoss to create a leading global player in Fluid Conveyance

Danfoss has announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Alfagomma, a global manufacturer of hoses and…

Editor’s comment: The apprenticeship opportunity

Engineering has spent the best part of two decades telling successive governments exactly the same thing. The UK’s…

The 2027 LAMMA Innovation Awards are open for entries

The UK’s premier agricultural event, LAMMA, is once again opening its Innovation Awards for entries. The LAMMA Innovation…

Made Smarter expands team as manufacturers step up digital investment

Made Smarter has announced it has bolstered its North West team with four new specialists as SME manufacturers…

Adaptive seal compensates for large tolerances

The Prädifa Technology Division of Parker Hannifin has developed adaptive Warp Seals, specifically for the purpose of compensating…

Stainless steel lockout valve targets harsh environments

Versa has launched its new C-316 Series Stainless Steel NAMUR Lockout Valve, a direct-mount actuator control solution suitable…

New hydraulic reservoirs offer integrated cooling benefits

Cast aluminium hydraulic reservoirs from R+L Hydraulics combine large usable volumes with integrated cooling performance and low weight.

Compact SA89EBH pressure transmitter

Strainsense has announced it has expanded its range of pressure measurement solutions with the availability of the SA89EBH…

Larger-dimension hydraulic cylinders

WEBER-HYDRAULIK has announced it has expanded its development and manufacturing expertise in the field of hydraulic cylinders and…

Proportional pressure reducing valve series

Parker Hannifin, a global leader in motion and control technologies, has announced it has launched the PE06M proportional…

Pneumatic and electric actuation combined in automotive handling system

IMI has developed a turnkey automation system for a major US automotive OEM, combining pneumatic and electric motion…

Seamless digital retrofit for pneumatic control valves

Bürkert says its SideCONTROL series of electropneumatic positioners and controllers integrate with virtually any pneumatic control valve actuator…

Rethinking pneumatic valve efficiency in automated production

Pneumatic valves play a small but influential role in the energy use and performance of automated production lines.

New standards for pneumatic applications

ifm has announced it has launched the PQ Cube, a new smart pressure sensor designed for…

Air compressor challenges in the pulp and paper industry

From humidity and contamination to continuous operation, pulp and paper mills present a range of challenges for compressed…

Pneumatic control supports hygienic cleaning in food processing

When it comes to food processing, ensuring the highest hygiene standards is critical for reliable and safe production…

Beating dust with an electric E-Air V1100 compressor

Hexcel, a global producer of advanced composite materials, has announced it recently strengthened its plant’s compressed air system…

The right air compressor setup for workshops, tools & repair stations

By Sovathya Koun, Manager – Product Management, Europe Ever had a workshop day where tools suddenly feel off?…

Cryogenic portfolio now available globally

Edwards, a leading provider of vacuum solutions, has announced it has launched a complete cryogenic product range, now…

The hidden factors behind compressed air dryer selection

Louis Cottaz, Product Manager at Donaldson, looks at hidden factors when choosing the right compressed air dryer In…

Large-capacity marine compressed air system

TMC Compressors (TMC) has announced it has been awarded a contract by MODEC to supply a large-capacity marine…

A maintenance manager’s guide to making the right compressor decision

Every maintenance manager eventually faces the critical decision of whether to repair an existing air compressor or to…

The rise of variable speed hydraulics

Rising energy costs, tighter sustainability targets and growing demand for smarter industrial equipment are accelerating the adoption of…

Smart monitoring system for industrial gases and hydraulic fluids filtration

Donaldson, a global leader in technology-led filtration products and solutions, has launched its iCue Connected Technology for…

Changing expectations for electro pneumatic systems

Electro pneumatic systems continue to play a central role on the factory floor, but they are no longer…

How Additive Manufacturing Is Reducing Downtime in UK Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

Additive manufacturing is beginning to play a practical role in keeping hydraulic and pneumatic systems running, particularly where…

The rise of electrohydraulic control

As construction machinery becomes more connected and automated, hydraulic systems are increasingly integrated with electronic control, sensing and…

Rethinking pneumatic valve efficiency in automated production

Pneumatic valves play a small but influential role in the energy use and performance of automated production lines.

Questioning old assumptions in electro-pneumatic design

Rising energy costs and greater scrutiny of operating expenditure are encouraging manufacturers to challenge long-held assumptions about compressed…

Building skills in fluid power

Hydraulics and pneumatics continue to carry much of the operational load across UK industry, yet the skills pipeline…

Improving dialysis water treatment with advanced chlorine sensing

In dialysis treatment, water purity is critical to patient safety. Advanced chlorine sensing technologies are helping healthcare providers…

Greener hydraulic fluids in aerospace

As the aerospace sector works towards net-zero targets, attention is increasingly turning to areas beyond propulsion and airframe…

50 years of dry gas seals

John Crane, a global leader in flow-control technologies and an innovator in solutions for rotating equipment, and…

Precision lubrication technology boosts well intervention system performance

H&P looks at a high-precision bearing lubrication solution that enhances performance of well intervention systems in the oil…

Tooling solutions for modern manufacturing

At AMB 2026, Kyocera Unimerco (Hall 3, booth #3B40) has announced it will present solutions designed to help…

Brian Holliday appointed Chief Executive Officer of Siemens UK and Ireland

Siemens has recently announced the appointment of Brian Holliday as chief executive officer (CEO) for the UK and…

Turning asset data into maintenance action

Manufacturers have invested heavily in condition monitoring, wireless sensors and predictive maintenance technologies, yet many still struggle to…

Printing spares for fluid power systems

Additive manufacturing is beginning to play a practical role in keeping hydraulic and pneumatic systems running, particularly where…

Pneumatic pipe ramming supports offshore wind grid connections

Offshore wind projects require complex infrastructure to bring power safely to the onshore grid. Pneumatic pipe ramming technology…

How integrated component design improves reliability in harvesters

As agricultural machinery becomes more complex and operating windows grow tighter, equipment reliability depends increasingly on how mechanical…

Emergency trash pumps expand portable dewatering options

Atlas Copco has launched a new range of Emergency Trash Pumps (ETP) to complement its existing dewatering portfolio.

Keeping pace with processing and packaging innovation

PPMA Show 2026 will bring together the latest processing, packaging and automation technologies as manufacturers respond to changing…

Breakthrough in hydrogen-powered aviation

Tata Consultancy Services, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, and Rolls-Royce, a…

Precision fluid metering

H&P looks at how precision fluid metering technology is helping food and beverage manufacturers improve product consistency, reduce…

Are you leaving money on the table?

Drawing on expert interviews conducted as part of the UK Government’s Post-Implementation Review of the Ecodesign Regulations for…

The critical role of field services in reciprocating compressor maintenance

As operators demand higher levels of reliability and efficiency, field service providers are playing an increasingly important role…

A Collective Voice for Fluid Power: The BFPA’s Next Chapter

As the 昀uid power sector continues to navigate technological change, skills challenges, and evolving regulatory demands, the role…

BFPA Technical Update

Dr Neal Milne Retires as Chair from BFPA Technical Committee TC 16 Hydraulic Fluids The British Fluid Power…

BFPA invests in the industry leading learning and development team

As part of BFPA’s ongoing commitment to raising standards across the fluid power industry, the association has strengthened…

Quality and confidence

The hose assembly market is a competitive world for those companies vying for new customers and ensuring retention…

Introducing the new BFPA Leadership Academy

Recognising how leadership skills must be cultivated through deliberate development, training, and practical experience, the newly created British…

BFPA’s New Chapter: Nigel Thomason Leads the Charge

The British Fluid Power Association (BFPA) is entering an exciting new era under the leadership of its newly…

NVQ pathway to progress

The compressed air industry is packed full of experienced engineers; technicians that day in, day-out keep operations running…

New Compressed Air Management certified training programme

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has also launched its updated and flexible Compressed Air Management certified training…

British Compressed Air Society appoints Derek Leith as Vice President

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Derek Leith, Regional Director for Northern Europe at Ingersoll Rand…

A lifelong passion for learning

With 26 years’ industry experience under her belt and a thriving compressed air business, Meltem Middleton-Duff (Mel) is…

BCAS appoints its 60th President

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Wendy Hayward, Managing Director of Aircare Compressor Services Limited, as…

A second home

Leaving the military to pursue a civilian career can feel daunting, but the compressed air industry has already…