BFPA Members Name Qualification Expertise n Colin Walker C-Tec Fluid Power Limited t: 07850 484573 colinwalker@talk21.com Qualified to HND in Operations Engineering, along with HNC in Mechatronic Engineering and HNC in Business Studies. A former mechanical mining engineer with over 40 years experience in the fluid power industry. This experience was gained not just as an engineer, but also as a technical sales engineer and college lecturer, having represented some of the major fluid power manufacturers in Europe today. Current member of the BFPA Education & Training Committee. Training services offered … Basic Hydraulic and Pneumatic Engineering Electro-Hydraulic and Pneumatic Engineering Filtration and Contamination Control Hydraulic Accumulators Bespoke Plant Designed Fluid Power Courses n Richard Dobbs Dobbs Hydraulics Limited t: 07306 883973 richard@dobbshydraulics.com www.dobbshydraulics.com BFPA Approved Trainer, HNC Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, CETOP Level 3 Mobile Hydraulics, CETOP Level 2 Mobile and Industrial Hydraulics. With over two decades immersed in the realm of hydraulics, our founder brings forth a wealth of expertise spanning mechanical and electrical maintenance, system design, project management, and comprehensive training methodologies. This extensive background has been cultivated across diverse sectors including Film, Mining, Steel, and FMCG, enriching our training programs with real-world insights and practical applications. Having dedicated years to imparting hydraulic and pneumatics training to engineers across various proficiency levels, we pride ourselves on a dynamic approach that fosters continuous learning and skill development. Our commitment to excellence is unwavering, driven by a passion for tackling challenges head-on while consistently delivering exceptional service to our esteemed clientele. At Dobbs Hydraulics Limited, we don't just provide training—we empower individuals to thrive in the dynamic world of hydraulics. nStephen Dilks Fluid Power Design Solutions Ltd m: 07890 981222 sdilks@fpds.org.uk www.fluidpowerdesignsolution.co.uk ISO 9001 : 2015 QMS ISO 14001 : 2015 EMS MSc: Manufacturing: Management and Technology, (title of dissertation, 'improving the efficiency in the manufacture of high pressure multi-spiral hose assemblies'). BSc(Hons). 28 years theoretical and practical experience in the design, development, testing and manufacture of rubber and thermoplastic hose, quick-release couplings and hose connectors working alongside global OEMs and distribution in all sectors of the fluid power industry. Trained over 3,800 delegates, approved to deliver the following BFPA courses: 'Foundation Course in Working Safely with Hydraulic Hose and Connectors'; 'Hose Assembly Skills Training Programme'; 'Hose Integrity, Inspection & Management'; 'Small Bore Tubing Integrity'; ‘Hydrostatic Proof Pressure Testing’. Expert witness work undertaken. A BFPA/TC 4 technical expert. nJames O’Regan Fluid Power Scotland Training Services Limited m: 07794 130043 jamesoregan@fluidpowerscotland trainingservices.com www.Fpsts.com Cert Ed (Strathclyde University) City & Guild F.T.C. Engineering Aircraft Repair & Maintenance Certificate (Royal Navy) V1 Award D32/33 Award Safety Officers Management Certificate (Army) Total Quality Team Leader Certificate (Army) Having over 40 years’ experience in the repair maintenance and management of engineering assets and over 25 years designing and delivering specialist training courses which I believe exceed the requirements of industry standards and enhance the technical and safety awareness of delegates who attended. My Fluid Power training included attending the Royal Naval aircraft engineering school and successfully completing the aircraft engineering course. This was followed by a number of years repairing and maintaining fixed and rotary winged aircraft (airframes, engines and fluid power systems). Together with aircraft and military equipment, I have also worked with construction plant equipment, Land based machinery, and the oil, gas and energy sector. I have Liaised with standard setting bodies such as SQA, NPTC, LANTRA and RTITB regarding training requirements, certification and quality assurance and also assisted in the production of the BFPA Minimum Educational Recommendations – Hydraulics training manual. CONSULTANTS 130 www.bfpa.co.uk
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