April/May 2020

NEWS PPK Services Ltd has acquired Kingsley Commercial Components from owner Jim Hughes who is retiring after nearly 40 years in the industry. The Kingsley site in Broad Street, Guildford in Surrey, has been relocated to PPK’s Aldershot site. Established in 1999, PPK Services specialises in hydraulic cylinders, pumps and accumulators. It can manufacture new bespoke cylinders in-house to customers’ exact requirements. A complete cylinder repair service is also offered, with PPK’s own vans available for collection and delivery if required. PPK a dedicated Municipal division, offering new and service exchange cylinders, pumps and PTOs to suit all makes of refuse collection vehicles. PPK is a Parker-approved accumulator recertification and service centre, with fully trained specialist engineers to work safely on hydraulic accumulators and pressure systems. The company can supply many makes and types of new pumps, or overhaul customers’ existing units in house. PPK is the UK agent for French company Pronal, with its wide range of flexible separators and elastomer products. Acquisitions Over the years PPK has acquired a number of companies that have been integrated into the business. These include Hampshire Technical Supplies, F&W Industrial Supplies and Blackwater Hydraulics. Now established as one of the leading hydraulics companies in its specialist fields, it operates its business from modern premises in Aldershot, with full in-house manufacturing, refurbishment and test facilities and a well-stocked hose and fitting trade counter. PPK Services is BS EN ISO9001:2015 approved and is a member of the British Fluid Power Distributors Association (BFPDA). Genair, the specialist air compressor rental company, has added a line of Atlas Copco XAHS 408 air compressors to its hire fleet. These diesel-powered, Stage V compliant sets, deliver 850cfm @ 170psi at ambient temperatures between -25degC up to +50degC. With a quiet noise level of 74dB(A) @ 7 metres and protected in a rugged, ‘rental quality’ canopy, these new units are claimed to be ideally suited for use in all situations and particularly in areas governed by emission controls. The XAHS 408 compressor comprises compact dimensions of 5731 (Length) x 1987 (Width) x 2058mm (Height) and weigh just 3500kg. Their built-in after cooler and water separator are claimed to be able to eliminate up to 70% of moisture. This can help to deliver superior air quality for improved performance. With a handy 270 litre fuel tank, featuring direct feed capability, the air compressors are said to be able to consume fuel, on full load, at 42 litres per hour. There is also 60 litre Ad Blue tank for cleaner operation. For operators working in sensitive environments, such as oil refineries, the XAHS 408 sets can be fitted with an inlet shut down valve and spark arrestors. Bridging the gap “We currently manage a fleet of diesel, electric and oil-free compressors from 260 to 960cfm,” explains David Timmins, GenAir’s, managing director. “However, we were aware that we needed to introduce these new sets to enhance our range, helping to bridge the gap between our 600 and 900 cfm models.” Incorporated in April 2007, Genair Ltd is independently owned and a rental specialist of compressed air systems in the UK. The company operates from three strategically placed depots; Motherwell, Slough and in the West Midlands. Registered to ISO 9001, the Genair team has a collective 140 years’ experience in the compressed air markets, with fully qualified service technicians and ADR drivers. Genair supplies equipment extensively throughout the UK and overseas. Genair expands hire fleet PPK Services acquires Kingsley Commercial Components 8 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS April/May 2020 www.hpmag.co.uk