January/February 2021

NEWS Hydroscand UK, provider of solutions and services for hose and fittings, has acquired the assets of Southampton-based JC Mobile Hydraulics. JC Mobile Hydraulics offers 24/7 mobile hydraulic hose repair, service and installation. This acquisition will increase Hydroscand’s capability and capacity in the Southampton area. Jason Bray started JC Mobile Hydraulics in 2017 after working in the industry for over 15 years. Bray will join the Hydroscand team as HoseExpress development manager. Hydroscand UK comments that the experience and customer focus he brings with him will be of great value to his existing customers 12 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS January/February 2021 www.hpmag.co.uk Hydroscand UK acquires assets of JC Mobile Hydraulics, Southampton The year so far has truly been a test for all of us, and with the UK economy having substantially declined, both individuals and businesses have been forced to learn to adapt. Pressure has mounted throughout the year to provide adequate medical care, and to help businesses stay a-float. Elesa has played its part by ensuring high stock levels throughout the pandemic in order to maintain supply chains and support the economy. Ethical supply of standard machine components to the medical sector continues to be paramount, initially as the Government built new hospitals in preparation for soaring hospital admissions. With many shortages and a lack of availability in the marketplace, Elesa has stepped up to urgently provide high volumes of product, vital for hospital beds and ventilators. The support Elesa provided towards the manufacturing of hospital beds and ventilators was widespread across the UK, including the new Nightingale Hospital. Aptidude Elesa was soon recognised for its aptitude in contributing to the production of medical equipment when the company was challenged by a large manufacturer of laboratory equipment to supply specialist machine components. A notable example being Elesa’s LS.A levelling foot series in specialist material, combined with VCT Lobe Knobs. This requirement called for a specific colour and resistance to chemical wash down, to meet urgent demand during the height of the pandemic. Elesa was able to fulfil this request and is now moving forward with high stock levels of all its Elesa Smart Working maintains standard component support in difficult times premium quality standard products. Elesa MD Nigel Pritchett comments: “We are committed to be a reliable source for standard machine components globally. We will adapt further to meet customer needs and assist in a new normal, helping businesses thrive, ensuring our medical sectors are as well supported and equipped as possible.” and in helping Hydroscand further develop its mobile hose repair service in the UK. “Joining Hydroscand is a great next step for me. It means I can provide additional capacity and expanded geographic reach to my loyal customer base. It will also enable me to pass on my skills and experience to the wider team,” says Bray. Rebecca Galley, Hydroscand UK’s managing director, adds: “I am excited to welcome Jason to the team. This acquisition is an important addition to our core offering. I am looking forward to working with Jason and I am confident we will continue to improve our HoseExpress mobile hose service together.” Elesa Smart Working maintains standard component support in difficult times.