High-tech engineering comes to Bridlington

29 November, 2017

East Riding College has opened a new Mechatronics Centre in Bridlington, using funding provided by the York, North Yorkshire and East Riding Enterprise Partnership and equipment donated by various suppliers to the industry.

Antech Hydraulics delivers a bespoke hydraulic system to the University of Sheffield

29 November, 2017

Lancashire-based Antech Hydraulics has developed and installed a bespoke hydraulic system at the Department of Civil & Structural Engineering within the University of Sheffield. The system comprises of a power pack capable of delivering up to 80 litres per minute and pressures reaching 320 bar.

Rubbernek Fittings receives Cummins EMEA Direct Supplier of the Year Award

23 November, 2017

Rubbernek Fittings Ltd. has won the Cummins EMEA Direct Supplier of the Year Award 2017 by consistently demonstrating all-round excellent performance and exceeding Quality Performance targets for manufacturing plants and aftermarket. The awards were held recently at the Staverton Park Hotel, Daventry.

Asia and Brazil demand boosts HydraForce sales by 35%

21 November, 2017

HydraForce Ltd., the Birmingham-based manufacturer of high performance electrohydraulic controls, has reported a major surge in sales in 2017 due in part to a significant increase in demand from Asia for its manufactured goods.

Camozzi launches enhanced online store

17 November, 2017

Pneumatic component supplier, Camozzi UK, has re-launched its online store, making it mobile, and even more user-friendly. Since its launch in 2010 the online store has enjoyed continuous growth in terms of both order volume and value. The company believes this trend is likely to continue due to the recent improvements made.

Beaumanor event triumph at Donington Park Race Track

15 November, 2017

Beaumanor Fluid Power Products, once again launched its latest catalogue accompanied by an exhibition of new and existing services and products. It is two years since the last catalogue launch and Donington Park Race Track was 2017’s venue. Situated right next to the race action, the Paddock Suite played host to over 50 exhibitors and approximately 410 customers; all visitors were invited to enjoy the 750 Motor Club races, which ran throughout the day and added a unique twist to the exhibition.

Get ready for the return of our industry’s main event next April

10 November, 2017

Fluid Power & Systems and Air-Tech are set to take place again at the NEC, Birmingham from 10 to 12 April next year. These shows are co-located with Drives and Controls and Plant & Asset Management, together with a brand-new show for 2018 – Smart Industry Expo. These exhibitions will also be staged alongside MACH, bringing over 40,000 visitors to the NEC over a single week.

Indequip launches new website

07 November, 2017

Indequip, trusted partner in the supply of industrial and pneumatic components, has launched its brand-new website.

Gardner Denver showcases energy efficiency at EMEX 2017

03 November, 2017

Vacuum and pressure manufacturer, Gardner Denver will be showcasing the latest technology to optimise compressed air efficiency at the Energy Management Exhibition (EMEX) 2017 (22 to 23 November 2017).

The IET launches 'Engineering the Next Generation', in collaboration with ITN Productions

01 November, 2017

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and ITN Productions have launched a news and current affairs-style programme ‘Engineering the Next Generation,’ which explores the challenges, careers and future of modern engineering in the UK.

UK manufacturing sector back in growth, new research reveals

27 October, 2017

The UK’s manufacturing sector has shown signs of recovery in Q3 2017, with a 4.2% growth in sales, 2.9% increase in total employment and a further 2.5% rise in new companies.

Thorite website celebrates its 20th birthday

24 October, 2017

In 1997, Thorite launched its first commerce based website. Since then, the site has been redesigned three times, with each redesign featuring more help sections, new products and news items than the previous version.

Derek Lane & Co cements move with ParkerStore Open Day

20 October, 2017

After 11 months of flourishing business at its new premises in Heathfield Industrial Estate in Newton Abbot, fluid power solutions company Derek Lane & Co recently staged an official open day for its ‘ParkerStore’ trade counter.

Eaton´s Flat Face Couplings offer machine operators performance and reliability in high pressure applications

18 October, 2017

As hydraulic systems are asked to do more – lift heavier loads, move faster, steer more precisely – system pressure is rising while engine compartments are shrinking.

Ham-Let expands activity in China

18 October, 2017

Ham-Let expands activity in China: New $15 million factory to be built with double the production capacity of the current Chinese factory