FPS expands

09 July, 2015

FPS Air Compressors Ltd relocated to new, substantially larger premises in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire on 18 May. The company comments that this move will ensure the development of the training and technical support facilities, increased stock holding and the ability to meet the changing demands of the market and distribution network. FPS adds that its investment of over £1 million in this freehold property demonstrates its commitments and intentions.

Improving & Measuring Hydraulic Cleanliness

30 June, 2015

MP Filtri hosted a seminar at Aberdeen Football Club on 20 May on the subject of how to improve and measure hydraulic cleanliness within hydraulic & lubrication systems.

Micro-Epsilon demonstrates its latest eddy current sensor at Manufacturing & Engineering North East

24 June, 2015

At the Manufacturing & Engineering North East exhibition (8 to 9 July) at Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle, Micro-Epsilon UK presented its full range of sensor technologies, including non-contact capacitive, confocal and inductive displacement sensors, as well as 2D/3D laser profile sensors, infrared temperature sensors and thermal imagers. The stand featured the eddyNCDT 3001, a new compact high performance eddy current sensor with integrated electronics.

Gardner Denver opens new high-pressure refurbishment centre

17 June, 2015

Gardner Denver’s new high-pressure compressor refurbishment facility can extend the life of any existing Reavell or Bellis & Morcom high-pressure air compressor, helping customers to reduce their capital expenditure costs.

Eriks acquires Action Industrial Group

17 June, 2015

Lewis-Goetz, part of the Eriks Group of companies, has acquired Action Industrial Group (USA), a South Carolina-based manufacturer and distributor specialising in fasteners, gaskets, hose products and industrial construction tools and supplies. The acquisition will add seven Southeast locations to the Lewis-Goetz footprint, as well as considerable gasket fabrication technologies. Action Industrial Group has 78 employees.

Parker en route for Fluid Power & Systems and Drives & Controls 2016

12 June, 2015

Parker, the diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, is the latest major signatory to confirm its attendance at the Fluid Power & Systems and Drives & Controls exhibitions, to be held at Birmingham’s NEC from 12 to 14 April 2016.

Queen’s Speech outlines apprenticeship commitment

05 June, 2015

The Queen’s speech in May included a commitment to 3 million more people starting apprenticeships over the next five years and a consultation on funding apprenticeships through a new visa levy on businesses that use foreign labour.

New group helps companies with staff recruitment and retention

29 May, 2015

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has joined forces with Prospect, the trade union representing professionals in the UK, to launch a new joint working group with the aim of helping companies to recruit and retain more women engineers and scientists.

Brammer awards success for Unilever

22 May, 2015

Global supplier of fast-moving consumer goods, Unilever, has won the Production Efficiency award at the Manufacturing Forum and Awards hosted by Brammer, the UK distributor of industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and services, and Buck & Hickman, the UK distributor of tools, maintenance and health & safety products.

Holroyd Precision receives Queen’s Award for Enterprise

15 May, 2015

Rochdale-based Holroyd Precision Ltd. has been named as a winner of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise, the UK’s highest accolade for business success.

Parker launches new 'automation on tour' roadshow

07 May, 2015

The Automation Group of Parker Hannifin has launched an exhibition vehicle tour with the objective of taking its latest products directly to customer convenient locations. Encompassing over 200 products and solutions offered from the five divisions within the Parker Automation Group, the roadshow represents significant opportunities for existing and new Parker customers to experience an extensive portfolio of automation products.

Atlas Copco Compressors in Ireland celebrates its 50th year

29 April, 2015

Atlas Copco Compressors in Ireland is to hold a full programme of staff and customer events to celebrate its 50th year of operation throughout the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The anniversary year will be celebrated with a range of product campaigns, customer promotions and staff events, conducted by a 30-strong team of technical sales, service and support staff who are closely engaged with meeting customers’ application needs.

Balluff unites with NFPC to improve engineering skills

29 April, 2015

Balluff Ltd. has joined forces with the National Fluid Power Centre (NFPC) to improve industry skills and knowledge across the electronics and hydraulics sector.

HES appointed as distributor for Hy-Pro

29 April, 2015

Hydraulic Equipment Supermarkets (HES) has been appointed as an official distributor for the British designed and manufactured hydraulic control valve brand, Hy-Pro. During the past 50 years Hy-Pro has developed a reputation for reliability and high quality manufacturing within the hydraulic component industry, and this brand complements the extensive range of valves offered by HES.

Manufacturers have a vital role to play in driving diversity, says EEF

29 April, 2015

Manufacturers have a vital role to play in driving diversity, but should not expect a silver bullet. This was the view expressed by Terry Scuoler, CEO of EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, at a recent event in London.