www.hpmag.co.uk HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS July/August 2024 5 CONTENTS EDITORIAL Editor: Aaron Blutstein t| 01732 370340 e| editorial@dfamedia.co.uk Content Sub Editor: Leslah Garland t| 01732 370340 e| leslah.garland@dfamedia.co.uk SALES Sales Manager, UK & Overseas: Andrew Jell t| 01732 370347 e| andrew.jell@dfamedia.co.uk Italian Sales Oce: Oliver & Diego Casiraghi t| 031 261407 f| 031 261380 e| info@casiraghi.info Turkey: Intersmart Media meltem@intersmartmedia.co.uk Managing Director: Ryan Fuller t| 01732 370344 e| ryan.fuller@dfamedia.co.uk Production Manager & Designer: Chris Davis t| 01732 370340 e| chris.davis@dfamedia.co.uk Reader/Circulation Enquiries: Perception t| +44 (0) 1825 701520. e| dfamedia@dmags.co.uk Marketing Manager Hope Jepson e| hope.jepson@dfamedia.co.uk Operations Manager: Emma Godden-Wood e| emma.godden-wood@dfamedia.co.uk Financial: Finance Department e| accounts@dfamedia.co.uk Chief Executive Ocer: Ian Atkinson e| ian.atkinson@dfamedia.co.uk Published by: DFA Media Group 192 The High Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1BE t| 01732 370340 e| info@dfamedia.co.uk w| www.hpmag.co.uk In co-operation with Printer: Warners, UK © Copyright 2024, DFA Manufacturing Media Ltd ISSN 1366-1981 H&P is a controlled circulation magazine, published 8 times a year. Please contact DFA Media with any subscription enquiries. Paid subscriptions are also available on an annual basis at £110.00 (UK), £145.00 (Europe) or £180.00 (Rest of the World) P+P included. The content of this magazine, website and newsletters do not necessarily express the views of the Editor or publishers. The publishers accept no legal responsibility for loss arising from information in this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be produced or stored in a retrieval system without the written consent of the publishers. 16 18 6 NEWS 14 KNOWLEDGE BASE H&P looks at how T-levels can contribute to resolving the engineering skills shortage, and what employers can do to support this initiative. 16 APPLICATIONS Pneumatics engineering is advancing marine and automotive manufacturing with advancements that enhance precision, efficiency, and reliability. From optimising assembly lines to improving component testing, H&P explores the latest pneumatic innovations driving progress in these vital industries. 18 HYDRAULICS Effective hydraulic filtration is essential for keeping machinery reliable and extending its lifespan. Filters are crucial for maintaining clean fluids and preventing damage from contaminants. Addressing the challenges of selecting the right filters and managing pressure drops is vital for achieving optimal efficiency and avoiding costly downtime. 22 PNEUMATICS A new collaborative effort has resulted in the development of an advanced airbrakes prototype designed for aerospace applications. This project showcases the potential of joint industry expertise in enhancing rocket technology and improving flight control systems. H&P reports. 26 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 32 COMPRESSED AIR, VACUUM AND GENERATORS 34 SPECIAL REPORTS Mobile Equipment/ PPMA Preview 37 BCAS Our regular news and events update on the British Compressed Air Society. 38 BFPA Hydraulics & Pneumatics’ issue-by-issue briefing on current activities and views involving the British Fluid Power Association. 41 ANNUAL BUYERS’ GUIDE 110 NEW FACES 111 PRODUCTS & SERVICES DIRECTORY 32 Subscribe for your FREE copy now
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