October 2019

The TG350E rotor grinding machine from UK-based Holroyd Precision is rapidly making a name for itself as the preferred choice among industrial refrigeration specialists globally. There are currently in the region of 70 TG Series machines in use around the world – and, each year, Holroyd typically receives orders to build several new TG models. The most recent order for a Holroyd TG350E has been placed by Jaguar Compressors, a division of the Xiamen East Asia Machinery Industry Company. Currently in build, and costing some £1.3 million, the machine will be shipped to Jaguar’s Xiamen-based manufacturing facility in mid- 2020. Energy efficiency “Renowned for uncompromising quality, Jaguar Compressors continually strives to enhance the performance and energy efficiency of its screw air compressor products,” said Holroyd Regional sales director, Steven Benn. “With the ability to precision grind medium to large capacity rotors of up to 350 mm in diameter and 1795 mm in length, the TG350E model offered a versatile, high quality solution to Jaguar’s varied production requirements in producing screw compressors for a variety of applications, including precision filters, gas storage tanks and refrigerated dryers.” Holroyd TG Series machines are claimed to be highly effective for high-speed, high-accuracy efficient stock removal. Considerable levels of automation mean reduced set-up time. As an additional advantage for users of Holroyd TG Series models, a significant amount of production time is said to be able to be saved because each machine’s diamond dressing discs are able to continuously dress during the semi-finish grinding cycles. Holroyd Precision comments that, by contrast, cutting tools typically require periodic regrinding – the frequency of which is determined by the materials and volumes being cut. Designed primarily for the finish grinding of helical screw components after they have been milled to a rough or semi- finished state Holroyd TG Series machines are equally suited to prototyping and batch manufacture as they are to volume production. TG models offer production rates and accuracies to suit precise manufacturing strategies. Fully automated on- machine probing provides closed loop feedback of corrections to the dresser disc and does not require a high level of operator skill. www.holroyd.com Precision and pace of Holroyd TG350E secures order from Jaguar Compressors INDUSTRY RECOGNISED COURSES FROM THE BFPA NOT KNOWING IS NOT AN OPTION The BFPA have for many years been passionate about raising standards within the fluid power market and industry as a whole, with this objective in mind we have created a suite of valuable training courses now available. HOSE ASSEMBLY SKILLS COURSE The skills course will take the candidate through the many techniques and considerations essential for the safe production of a quality hose assembly and ultimately leading to installation. This two day course involves both the theoretical and practical elements in working with hose and connectors. SMALL BORE TUBING INTEGRITY COURSE Delegates are offered a valuable understanding of the complexity surrounding small bore tubing and compression fittings. The course covers generic manufacturers twin ferrule compression fittings, thread awareness, tube and pipe differences and the preparation process, tube manipulation (bending) principles, common installation and routing techniques. FOUNDATION SAFETY COURSE This course has been developed to provide an introduction into hose, connectors and the safe assembly of these components for industry use. During the day the attendee will gain a knowledge and understanding of safe hose assembly and if applied will only enhance the safety within the hydraulic industry and the attendee. HOSE INTEGRITY, INSPECTION & MANAGEMENT The key themes covered during the one-day course include: hose life expectancy; risk analysis; competence by way of a robust competence assurance system; identify, inspect & record; hose register – recording of a hose assembly prior to it going into service; and visual hose assembly (installation) inspection check list. HYDROSTATIC PROOF PRESSURE TESTING The course will help give the delegate a greater understanding of the dangers associated with pressure testing. During the one day course the delegate will learn how to safely test hose and connector assemblies by taking into account a safe system of work best practice procedure (HSE GS4 document) along with relevant pressure test standards commonly used within industry. For more information about any of our courses or to check availability please visit: www.bfpatrainingacademy.co.uk Please call 01608 647900 or email info@bfpatrainingacademy.co.uk