www.hpmag.co.uk HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS October 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 Office: 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 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. 22 30 6 NEWS 16 HYDRAULICS H&P reviews sealing profile and material considerations that address four of the most prominent hydraulic cylinder efficiency challenges - fluid leaks, contamination, friction, and hydraulic fluid quality. By exploring these factors, we aim to identify effective strategies for enhancing hydraulic cylinder performance and reliability in various applications. 26 PNEUMATICS 28 KNOWLEDGE BASE The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) has made a call to action for businesses within the UK’s industrial sector, urging them to prioritise energy audits as a vital strategy for improving operational efficiency. 30 APPLICATIONS A student project carried out by a TROX engineering apprentice has opened the door to valuable energy, embedded carbon, and cost savings for the Thetford-based factory. TROX’s modest investment of £600 in the student project is thought to have the potential to save the company up to £10,000 per year, by providing greater visibility of energy use for a compressed air system. H&P reports. 32 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS Hydraulics play a critical role in robotics and automation, offering unmatched power and durability. However, the challenge lies in achieving the precision required for modern applications. Advances in control systems, hybrid technologies, and AI are helping to enhance hydraulic systems, balancing strength with accuracy for diverse industrial tasks. H&P reports. 34 BFPA Hydraulics & Pneumatics’ issue-by-issue briefing on current activities and views involving the British Fluid Power Association. 36 COMPRESSED AIR, VACUUM AND GENERATORS 38 BCAS Our regular news and events update on the British Compressed Air Society. 40 SPECIAL REPORTS 46 NEW FACES 47 PRODUCTS & SERVICES DIRECTORY 40 Subscribe for your FREE copy now
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