April/May 2019

COMPRESSED AIR orders can be updated throughout the day, and with the ability to view previous orders and re-order at the click of a button, the site gives users a consumer- style shopping experience. The site which works across all devices, enables orders to be placed at any time. Next working day UK delivery is available for in-stock products on orders placed before 3pm on weekdays. Distributors using the site will be given their own unique login details allowing access to their account information and PCL online store for distributors Pneumatic Components (PCL), designer, manufacturer and distributor of pneumatic equipment and tyre inflation systems, has launched a new online platform to offer distributors greater purchasing flexibility. The site, www.pcl-online.com , enables customers to access their account information, view their invoices and order history, make product comparisons, and check stock pricing and availability in real time. With a shopping basket function, displaying products with their purchase price. Multiple users within the same organisation can also be added. Clean and simple design Lee Wright, sales director at PCL, said: “Although our business operates in a B2B world, our customers are human and as such they value the ability to place orders quickly and safely at a time that is convenient to them, on whatever device they are using. Our new site features a clean and simple design and a raft of useful features that will make it quicker and easier for distributors to purchase PCL products.” Through the site, distributors can purchase PCL air tools and accessories, couplings and adaptors, hose assemblies and fittings, tyre care tools, tyre inflators and workshop equipment. Products from PCL’s sister company TECALEMIT can also be bought through the site, including hand pumps, electric pumps, dispensing nozzles, flow meters, AdBlue, fluid management, diesel dispensing accessories, fuel extraction units, tank gauges and workshop equipment. www.pclairtechnology.com Boge Compressors has launched SOLIDscrew, a new generation of oil lubricated compressor aimed at automotive and light industrial operations requiring flow rates between 21 to 89 (cfm). Boge comments that SOLIDscrew is priced very competitively while still offering the company’s ‘Made in Germany’ reliability, competitive servicing costs and UK stock availability with next- day delivery. With only one frame size, there are five models with motor ratings of 4, 5.5, 7.5, 11 and 15kW, all available in 8,10 & 13 bar pressure options: B(standard compressor floor mounted), BR (standard compressor with 250L air receiver-complete with drain valve) and BDR – standard compressor with 250L air receiver – complete with drain valve) and refrigerated air dryer (complete with pre and after filters). Many standard design features The compressors have many standard design features, including Boge Airend made in Großenhain, Germany, V-belt drive system with tensioning device, WEG IE3 Electric Motors, Boge SOLIDcontrol microprocessor with an option to connect to a Master Controls System, combined oil/air aftercooler and sound enclosure hood. Service intervals, including an oil change, are every 2000 hours with all parts required supplied in single standard service kit. The compressor footprint measures 1240mm x 650mm and with noise levels between 67 & 70DBA they are ideal for installation within the workplace. Mark Whitmore, general manager at Boge, said: “Customers tell us that a low capital purchase price, immediate availability and reliability are the most desirable factors for this size of compressor. Whereas, drivers such as total cost of ownership and extended warranty are not so important to them. We’ve been able to meet their needs with the SOLIDscrew compressor, offering value for money but still using Boge’s proven technology and reliability.” Stock of all compressors and service parts are available from Boge’s UK warehouse in Huddersfield, with next-day delivery available. www.boge.co.uk Boge launches SOLIDscrew screw compressor 50 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS April/May 2019 www.hpmag.co.uk