RAPID GROWTH

13 May, 2014

Established in 2007, EASTERN SEALS (UK) LTD reports it has seen rapid growth, becoming a market leader in the supply of quality sealing products and associated items. The company says the continued expansion has led to the need to increase its staffing level to 25 people and also the warehouse space, and it now operates out of three warehouses with a total area of 25,000 sq. ft. Eastern Seals says its very large stock levels enable it to service not only the UK market with next day deliveries, but an ever increasing and demanding worldwide market.

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED FOR VALVE RANGE

13 May, 2014

HYDRAULIC PROJECTS LTD, a UK designer and manufacturer of the Hy-Pro and Hy-ProDrive control valve and pump ranges exhibited for the first time at the Fluid Power & Systems Exhibition this year. Hy-Pro control valves, ranging from small G3/8 hose reel valves to multi-sectional G¾ bespoke units were showcased and the new Hy-Pro Drive PR+ reversing pumps was also on public display for the very first time.

SAFETY CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED

13 May, 2014

In a move to help customers and the wider fluid power market comply with current safety directives and to better understand the risks of not taking simple and cost effective measures to safeguard employees, plant and equipment; TOM PARKER LTD says it is concentrating on raising awareness. Revealing a host of safety focussed products at the recent Fluid Power and Systems Exhibition 2014, where the company was a

PARTNER LEVEL SUPPLIER

13 May, 2014

CONCENTRIC ROCKFORD, INC has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2013 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating. The Rockford, IL manufacturing facility was selected for the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to continuous improvement. Company representatives accepted the recognition during formal ceremonies held on February 18th, 2014 in Davenport, IA.

NEW MOBILE WEBSITE

13 May, 2014

Materials handling and lifting equipment specialists J D NEUHAUS has launched a mobile version of its website designed specifically for smartphones. With mobile phone users currently making-up an estimated 15% of global internet traffic, the company says it is becoming ever more important to have a website that looks good and functions correctly when viewed on mobile devices.

REFRIGERANT AIR DRYERS

13 May, 2014

Air treatment specialists HI-LINE INDUSTRIES LTD has announced a product promotional offer during May 2014 for any of its Tundra model refrigerant air dryers that are purchased during that particular month. Each dryer is supplied as standard with both an inlet 3 micron particulate pre-filter, together with an outlet filter for oil removal at 0.1 micron, providing the dryer internal heat exchanger protection as well as maintaining the downstream air quality. The company says for any Tundra dryer product purchased during May, these units will also be supplied with free filter housings complete with filter elements for the model of dryer purchased, which could represent a saving of up to £1850 for the largest Tundra unit which has an air flow throughput of 1605 scfm.

NEW GENERAL MANAGER

13 May, 2014

Martin Potter has joined BEKO TECHNOLOGIES to take up the role of general manager. Martin has extensive sales and marketing management experience in the fields of pneumatics, drives and controls, transportation, process and automotive. He has a strong track record of achieving growth by the development of strategies, processes and high performing teams. Recent positions include sales and marketing director at Phoenix Contact for 5 years and national field sales manager at SMC for 13 years.

NEW DISTRIBUTOR APPOINTED

13 May, 2014

International construction equipment manufacturer CHICAGO PNEUMATIC has appointed Powertek as its authorised distributor in Romania and Moldova. The company, reports it has a reputation for offering excellent sales and after-sales service, and will now supply the Romanian and Moldovan construction industry with Chicago Pneumatic’s comprehensive range of rugged and powerful products. This will include handheld pneumatic tools, compaction equipment, concrete equipment and rig-mounted breakers, as well as portable compressors and generators. Commenting on Powertek’s recent appointment, Daniel Ene, deputy general manager said: “With an extensive range of high quality, innovative and durable hydraulic attachments, tools, compressors and generators, Chicago Pneumatic will bring reliable power and performance to our customers.”