Hydraulics & Pneumatics Apr/May 2024

SPOTLIGHT HI-LINE INDUSTRIES has announced that as of 2024, its entire popular and high-performing Tundra range of refrigerant air dryers will transition to R-513A, a refrigerant with zero ozone depleting potential (ODP) that helps customers to enhance their sustainability credentials. Hi-line says although it attributes the success of the Tundra range in compressed air applications to its ultrareliable performance, energy efficiency and reasonable price tag, the introduction of R513-A and its zero ODP means there really is no need to go anywhere else for refrigerant air dryers. R-513A (Opteon XP10) refrigerant is a hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) based replacement for R-134a. Ideal for use in medium and low temperature refrigeration products, such as Tundra air dryers, R-513A offers 56% lower GWP (global warming potential) than R-134a, delivering long-term sustainability and F gas legislation compliance. Notably, R-513A resides in the A1 (non-flammable) safety class, making it an ideal retrofit candidate for R-134a, while offering very similar cooling performance. R-513A also provides negligible temperature glide to ensure reliable performance day after day. Despite the new innovation in refrigerant development, Hi-line says it intends to hold pricing for the Tundra range firm throughout 2024. This initiative will help customers combat challenging trading conditions and remain competitive in their respective industries. Tundra refrigeration air dryers are in widespread use across UK industry, reportedly improving the quality of compressed air, protecting valuable assets, and outperforming rival technologies in energy efficiency by minimising pressure drop and lowering absorbed power. t| 01283 533377 e| enquiries@hilineindustries.com w| www.hilineindustries.com ZERO OZONE DEPLETING POTENTIAL COAX VALVES UK has announced it has introduced the new FMX range of compact, high flow, stainless steel externally controlled valves. With a new unique seat arrangement gives greater flow than comparable valves - features of the valve include: All wetted parts 304 stainless steel Port sizes 3/8” bsp through to 11/4” bsp Normally closed and normally open functions available; pressure range 0-16 bar in either direction; new design of endcap allows snap in mounting into manifold; reed switch sensing available; FKM seals with PTFE seat as standard; 3/2 pilot valve available with different electrical connections available; competitively priced valves and accessories held in stock. e| john.osborn@coaxvalves.co.uk w| www.fmx-valves.com COMPACT HIGH FLOW FMX VALVE Applied Pumps have secured an order to supply 100 pieces of SETTIMA SMT16B pumps from a UK manufacturer who design and build lubrication systems. The SETTIMA SMT16B pump is ideal for this type of application. The pump housing is manufactured from aluminium and capable of delivering 40 bar, this make the SETTIMA SMT16B pump cost effective; and with our product knowledge and support, you can rest assured you will have a reliable pumping solution. Applied Pumps have represented SETTIMA for over 10 years and with our increased stock levels we can delivery bareshaft or motorised pumps within a few working days. For more information email enquiries@appliedpumps.co.uk or contact our team on 01246 26102 who will be happy to discuss any requirement. SMT16B are available from stock. SETTIMA – TRIPLE SCREW PUMPS * Quiet, smooth running High flows * ATEX Ex certified * Oils, Fuels, Chemicals Birminghambased Armac Martin, a leader in design-led luxury brass hardware and accessories, relies heavily on compressed air for its CNC machining requirements. However, the company’s existing system was constantly operating at full capacity, leading to unnecessary energy expenditure. By collaborating with FPS Compressors and its preferred local distributor Compressed Air Systems UK - Birmingham, Armac Martin adopted a new system capable of variable compressed air supply. The project led to an impressive 46% reduction in energy consumption compared with the company’s previous compressor. Collaborating with FPS Compressors and Compressed Air Systems UK - Birmingham, Armac Martin opted for a new system capable of variable compressed air supply, identified through data logging and energy audit exercises. Monitoring of the system took place using state-of-the-art instruments over several weeks. FPS Compressors and Compressed Air Systems UK - Birmingham explained both the data and the recommend solution to Armac Martin’s management team. Notably, the transition to the new compressed air system, which features a NOBEL 18.508 DVF PM variablespeed screw air compressor from FPS at its core, was seamless and without downtime. Comprehensive training ensured proficiency in operation. With the NOBEL 18.508 DV FPM, compressed air aligns to system requirements by regulating the speed of the electric IE4 permanent magnet motor, which can range from 15-100% of the maximum speed. Notably, the direct-drive system means zero energy losses, whereas standard drive belts may incur losses of 4-11% as the energy transfers from the motor to the compressor. Excellent and precise pressure control extends from 6 to 13 bar, while accurate and optimised cooling of the compressor arrives courtesy of efficient, powerful and quiet radial fans. For additional information on this case study please visit: www.fps-compressors.co.uk/fps-casestudy-armac-martin.html t| 01865 892 620 e| sales@fps-compressors.co.uk w| www.fps-compressors.co.uk COMPRESSOR DELIVERS 46% LESS ENERGY CONSUMPTION

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