January/February 2020

FLUID POWER & SYSTEMS & AIR-TECH 2020 PREVIEW 42 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS January/February 2020 www.hpmag.co.uk service to pneumatic and hydraulic development teams looking to deploy solenoid technologies, comprising support from design concept and prototyping through to production. At Fluid & Power Systems, MSL will present its latest micro cartridge valves and compact proportional pneumatic valves for flow regulation, demonstrate media separated valves and highlight ATEx & IECEx certified models. In addition, new solenoid gas valves with input pressure capability up to 1050 bar for the hydrogen energy sector will feature. Metal Work UK At Fluid Power & Systems, Metal Work UK will be exhibiting its multiple-fluid process valves; a range of products that are best suited to intercept and control the flow of fluids such as water, steam, mineral oil and numerous chemicals. More specifically, the range includes solenoid valves (series EV-Fluid), stopper pneumatic valves (series PV-Fluid) and ball or butterfly valves with a rotary actuator (series RV-Fluid). At the show, Metal Work UK will also display its EB80 valve island (Industry 4.0 compatible). EB80 is an electro-pneumatic system consisting of one solenoid valve assembly, electric power supplies and input or output digital or analogue signal management. It is the result of extensive research, which mainly involved the collection of data and requirements from customers and their conversion into solutions. This explains the presentation motto chosen for EB 80: ‘Driven by customers, designed by Metal Work’. Also on display will be the company’s electric cylinders. These include rodded (ISO) or rodless ball screws (Trapezoidal screw available) and belt-driven axis (Gantry) systems. All cylinders are controlled via stepper or servo motors with the option of a Metal Work programable unit E- Motion. Northern Valve & Fitting Company Northern Valve & Fitting Company (NVFCL) is the authorised distributor in the UK & Ireland for the complete range of products manufactured by FITOK. The company comments that FITOK is generally recognised as the leading (price competitive and service orientated) alternative to all established manufacturers of fluid system Components. FITOK (founded in 1998) manufactures and distributes its range of products in 6 continents. With a product portfolio covering Instrumentation (6000psi, twin ferrule), medium and high pressure (20K & 60K, cone & thread), ultra-high purity (VCR, VCO), rigid tubing & sample systems, the company has established itself as a global brand associated with quality and value. NVFCL has a total of over 50 years’ experience in the supply of gas & fluid system components, working across most industries. NVFCL is dedicated in supporting customers’ needs by increasing local stock holdings, responsive internal and external sales teams, superior product and application knowledge and adding value to any supply chain team or process. OP Srl The long and reliable operational life of hydraulic system components depends not just on the quality of the equipment, but also on the way the tubes and hoses are assembled. At Fluid Power & Systems, OP Srl will present a wide range of products, suitable for process hoses and tubes from A to Z. In particular, visitors will have the chance to test first-hand the company’s volume crimper Tubomatic V59ES (up to 1’’ six spirals – 1’’1/4 four spirals). This machine is provided with a 7’’ colour touch-screen PLC control, back limit switch and patented quick-change tool. For rigid tubes processing, OP Srl comments that its multifunctional unit Center Junior is an effective solution for carrying out all operations using only one machine: cutting, internal and external deburring, bending, DIN2353 rings pre- assembling and 37deg flaring of rigid tubes in stainless (AISI 316 TI) and carbon steel (ST 37.4), Ø 6 - 42 mm and up to 4 mm thickness. Schwer Fittings Ltd For more than 25 years, Warrington-based Schwer Fittings Ltd has continued to develop and innovate as a specialist in stainless steel connection technology. The company offers a wide range of fittings, including: single and twin ferrule compression fittings; hose-end fittings: interlock, (BSP, NPT, metric, & JIC); hydraulic adapters (BSP, NPT metric & JIC); screwed fittings and valves. All products are traceable from the raw material, through the production centres to the end user. Schwer produces quality items at competitive prices. Manufacturing in Europe (Germany, Slovakia, Poland and Czech Republic) with more than 70 CNC machines, gives the company close control over production output and quality standards. Visit Schwer’s stand to find examples of all its ranges. Staff on hand will also be pleased to answer any questions you may have. Sleeve It Ltd Sleeve It is now manufacturing Fire Sleeve in the UK. Sleeve It Fire Sleeve is manufactured from ‘E’ glass fibre yarn knitted to form a sleeve and coated with company says it still continually strives to keep to this ethos. Specialising in multiple industries across the globe, the company is a preferred sales partner with some of the most important brands in the world, including Bosch Rexroth, Hagglunds, Filtration Group, Hydac and EJ Bowman. The company says its philosophy is simple, look after customers to the best of its ability and care as much about their businesses as they do, therefore providing unbeatable quality throughout the buying process. Mabotec BV Mabotec is one of the largest designers and manufacturers of hydraulic manifold blocks within Europe and will exhibit a number of manifolds at Fluid Power & Systems. Based in Waalwijk in the Netherlands, Mabotec’s facility houses the very latest in high-tech CNC automated production. This sophisticated manufacturing facility offers the flexibility to meet all your manifold requirements with a capacity to make manifolds up to 10 tonnes. To support its manufacturing, Mabotec can offer an in-house design facility utilising bespoke manifold CAD and 3D modelling software. Mabotec comments that its expertise allows it to offer a wide range of manufacturing materials, from one of the more common steels or aluminium alloys, through to stainless steels and bronze alloys. Mabotec adds that whatever your needs, its team of engineers can ensure you receive a manifold that meets all your expectations. Mabotec’s UK-based sales office is available to offer full technical and sales support or to arrange meetings to discuss your requirements. Magnet Schultz Ltd Exhibiting at Fluid & Power Systems for the first time, Magnet Schultz Ltd (MSL) will demonstrate a range of proven hydraulic and pneumatic solenoid- controlled valves, including innovative proportional models, alongside new technologies designed for emerging hydrogen, compressed air and gas applications. MSL is a world leader in the design and manufacture of solenoid actuator components, products and subassemblies. It also offers a bespoke