Pump system design – the fundamentals

22 September, 2016

As part of its programme of ‘Pump Fundamentals’ training courses, the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) now offers a one-day course dealing with the subject of Pump Systems.

Seals for challenging oil & gas environments

22 September, 2016

Dichtomatik Ltd., an approved supplier for the DuPont range of high performance O-ring seals and gaskets, has extended their stock range of sealing components, including specifically designed items for the high pressure/high temperature (HPHT) conditions as encountered in the demanding oil and gas production and development environments.

Trelleborg’s seal materials tested for optimum performance

22 September, 2016

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has carried out a series of tests to show the importance of fluid type and seal material choice in ‘ensuring optimum seal performance and service life’.

Why the Minimess charging valve is the perfect partner for accumulator charging

22 September, 2016

Minimess is a testing point used primarily on hydraulic systems and carries a lifetime leak free guarantee. Its unique internal soft sealing poppet valve provides high-level performance and is widely used where high pressure (up to 630 bar working, 2600 bar burst), vibration or high temperatures are a feature of the system.

Integrated pump and reservoir

22 September, 2016

Hydraulic Projects Ltd., manufacturing Hy-Pro hydraulic control valves and Hy-ProDrive pumps in South Devon for the past 50 years, has recently launched a new pump with integrated reservoir. The new combined unit has been designed for autopilot steering in the marine market, where hydraulic systems need to continue to function in rough conditions.

Mini power pack online configurator

22 September, 2016

Hydraproducts has introduced a new HPM mini power pack online configurator that enables customers to clearly understand how each one of the more than 10 million possible combinations will look and perform.

Brammer optimises lubrication solution for BSW Timber Dalbeattie

14 September, 2016

Introducing an advanced oil mist lubrication system has resulted in potential annual savings of close to £3000 for BSW Timber Dalbeattie, a major UK supplier of 100 per cent FSC pure British softwood.

Demonstration of Digital Displacement hydraulics

14 September, 2016

Based on its award-winning Digital Displacement technology, Artemis Intelligent Power has started the process of installing Digital Displacement pumps in a 16T excavator.

Experience is key

18 August, 2016

Strong historical knowledge of marine hydraulics is today proving to be a treasured asset in the ship maintenance, service and repair market. Birkenhead based V&A Hydraulics managing director, Vic Seddon, explains how long-term experience and expertise is indispensable in a sector where the global vessel fleet dates between 15 and 30 years’ old.

Subsea Centre launches new hydraulics course

18 August, 2016

Subsea training facility, The Underwater Centre, has introduced a new hydraulics course which will provide candidates from a wide range of industries an introduction to fluid power systems.

Midlands manufacturer increases exports to offshore sector

17 August, 2016

Following a defiant statement from the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) that the North Sea is ‘Open for Business’, one UK hydraulics manufacturer has completed a deal to manufacture and supply a unit of eight hydraulic safety blocks to be used on oil rigs in the area.

Swarco & Penny Hydraulics lifting highways safety to new heights

17 August, 2016

Swarco is a growing international group providing the complete range of road marking, signage, signaling, and traffic management products, services and solutions.

Spin-on filters for superior cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems

17 August, 2016

Power management company Eaton has launched its line of spin-on filters that protect pumps, valves, compressors and hydraulic systems from contamination as per ISO 2941, ISO 3723 and ISO 2942, and are designed to provide one of the highest cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems.

Spin-on filters for superior cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems

17 August, 2016

Power management company Eaton has launched its line of spin-on filters that protect pumps, valves, compressors and hydraulic systems from contamination as per ISO 2941, ISO 3723 and ISO 2942, and are designed to provide one of the highest cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems.

Demonstration of Digital Displacement hydraulics

17 August, 2016

Based on its award-winning Digital Displacement technology, Artemis Intelligent Power has started the process of installing Digital Displacement pumps in a 16T excavator.