PCL merges main website with online product portal

15 April, 2021

Tyre inflation and pneumatics expert PCL has integrated its e-commerce and distributor portal into the longstanding, providing visitors with a user-friendly, one-stop shop for all product and support services.

Continental Hydraulics and Hydreco Inc combine their activities in North America

12 April, 2021

Duplomatic Group has announced that Continental Hydraulics (Shakopee, Minnesota, USA) and Hydreco Inc (Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA) have combined their activities in North America, becoming a single company able to serve the industrial and mobile market with high professionalism and vision of the future. Duplomatic Group states that the move is an important step forward in its industrial plan, based on the strengthening of technical skills and customer service.

Eriks announces its flagship fulfilment centre of the future

08 April, 2021

Specialised industrial services provider, Eriks, has made a multi-million-pound investment programme in a major new UK headquarters and fulfilment centre in Oldbury in the West Midlands.

Brammer Buck & Hickman launches online tool for Ansell Safety Solutions

06 April, 2021

Brammer Buck & Hickman, the UK supplier of industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and services, has launched a new interactive online Hand & Arm Protection Advisor for Ansell safety solutions such as HyFlex, ActivArm and also Microflex, which has been designed to help customers determine the right level of cut protection and comfort for hands.

John Busby obituary

30 March, 2021

John Busby of Pirtek passed away on 3 March 2021. He was 66 years of age. John, who was based at Pirtek’s UK head office in London, made a major contribution to the growth of Pirtek in the UK and Europe.

HSB developing engineers through new apprenticeship programme

29 March, 2021

HSB has launched a new engineer surveyor apprenticeship programme, thought to be one of the first in the UK engineering inspection industry. The scheme, funded by the UK Government, is designed to deliver a new standard within the engineering sector.

Shell introduces a portfolio of carbon neutral lubricants in Europe

26 March, 2021

Shell has announced it will offer customers carbon neutral lubricants across a range of products for passenger cars, heavy duty diesel engine and industrial applications. This initiative meets a growing desire from consumer and commercial vehicle drivers to lower their carbon footprint.

Slack & Parr and Hydraulics Online join forces

25 March, 2021

Slack and Parr Ltd, the manufacturer of ultra-high-precision gear metering flow dividers, has partnered with multi awardwinning Hydraulics Online Ltd to harness greater market reach and support for the company’s product portfolio.

WISE launches tech landscape survey to close the digital skills

22 March, 2021

With women representing just 17% of IT professionals, a figure that has remained stubbornly low for the last decade, WISE, the campaign for greater gender balance in STEM, is launching an investigation into the routes into technology careers. The organisation is inviting people working at all levels of the technology sector to tell them about their experiences in a new survey.

HVM Catapult to lead project to address future skills gaps

18 March, 2021

The High Value Manufacturing Catapult (HVM Catapult) has been appointed by the DfE to lead an exciting new project to develop high-quality modular courses focused on upskilling employees to help address future skills gaps in key sectors such as manufacturing and engineering.

BPMA reaches 100th member milestone

11 March, 2021

The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) – the organisation which represents the business interests of UK and Irish suppliers of liquid pumps and related equipment – has reached the milestone of 100 member companies. The most recent company to recognise the benefits of membership and achieve the accolade of being the BPMA’s 100th member is Surrey-based, repair, service, and supply specialist, PumpServ.

Elesa Smart Working maintains standard component support in difficult times

09 March, 2021

The year so far has truly been a test for all of us, and with the UK economy having substantially declined, both individuals and businesses have been forced to learn to adapt. Pressure has mounted throughout the year to provide adequate medical care, and to help businesses stay a-float.

Thorite moves to new UK headquarters

04 March, 2021

Thorite, the UK-based independent specialist of pneumatics, air compressors and fluid handling equipment, has moved from its old Laisterdyke, Bradford address, to brand-new UK headquarters: Thorite House, Hillam Road, Off Canal Road, Bradford.

Oilgear partners with Zeus Hydratech

02 March, 2021

Oilgear UK has appointed Zeus Hydratech as its official distribution partner covering the South of the UK. Oilgear comments that, with a strong focus on customer service, a keen eye for detail and the desire to promote high-quality hydraulic components, Zeus Hydratech was the natural fit for Oilgear.

Hydroscand UK acquires assets of JC Mobile Hydraulics, Southampton

25 February, 2021

Hydroscand UK, provider of solutions and services for hose and fittings, has acquired the assets of Southampton-based JC Mobile Hydraulics. JC Mobile Hydraulics offers 24/7 mobile hydraulic hose repair, service and installation. This acquisition will increase Hydroscand’s capability and capacity in the Southampton area.