NEWS 8 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS March 2025 www.hpmag.co.uk strong of 350+ AI specialists. This strategic investment enabled us to develop and deploy AI capabilities internally across our own production lines, distribution centres and facilities. Now, we are extending this expertise to assist other businesses to harness AI for industrial automation, energy management and sustainability in the most responsible way possible. Government strategies provide a strong direction for industry and support solutions providers and end users in committing to innovation to reach a more sustainable, profitable future.” Beginners guide to MRO stores outsourcing launched ERIKS, a leading specialised industrial service provider, has launched The Beginner’s Guide to MRO Stores Outsourcing. The free guide is designed to help manufacturers that are considering taking their first steps into outsourcing the management of their MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) stores in 2025. The guide offers practical advice, based on real experience, to address common concerns and demonstrates how by outsourcing it is possible to improve operational efficiency, accountability, and supply chain control. For many manufacturers, managing MRO stores in-house creates bottlenecks that disrupt production and profitability. According to a recent report (MRO Supply Chain Report – March 2024), over 51% of UK manufacturers reported unplanned downtime due to spare parts availability issues last year, highlighting the hidden costs of inefficiencies. Resource constraints also exacerbate the problem, with 70% of engineering stores staffed by fewer than four people. This often forces engineers to divert their attention from critical maintenance to time-consuming tasks such as sourcing parts, securing quotes, and chasing deliveries. “Outsourcing MRO stores management can feel like a big step for many businesses, but this guide provides a clear and straightforward roadmap,” said Pamela Bingham, CEO of ERIKS UK & Ireland. “It highlights how outsourcing can transform stores operations from cost centres to a key part of a world class manufacturing organisation that plays a key role in increasing production uptime, driving out unnecessary costs and continual improvement in areas such as predictive maintenance and energy use.” The guide explores the challenges of in-house MRO stores management and explains how outsourcing introduces improved structure, transparency, and reliability. By reducing downtime, streamlining inventory processes, and creating greater visibility into MRO operations, outsourcing provides manufacturers with the tools to optimise performance and improve cost control. The guide also covers what happens on taking the first step, starting with an audit of current processes to identify inefficiencies and assess areas where outsourcing can have the greatest impact. By implementing tailored stores management solutions, manufacturers can ensure a smoother transition and realise immediate operational benefits. Manufacturers interested in exploring the benefits of outsourcing their MRO stores management can download The Beginner’s Guide to MRO Stores Outsourcing now from at: https://ow.ly/wsQA50V6JcU VHS Hydraulic Components to exhibit at Hannover Messe and BAUMA 2025 VHS Hydraulic Components Ltd, a manufacturer of hydraulic power packs and supplier of a wide range of hydraulic components, has announced its participation in two major trade exhibitions in Germany in spring 2025. The company will exhibit at Hannover Messe from 31 March – 4 April 2025 and will co-exhibit with its sister companies, Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering Ltd and Parmafluid, at BAUMA from 7 – 13 April 2025. Hannover Messe Hannover Messe is one of the world’s largest trade fairs for industrial technology. At the exhibition, VHS Hydraulic Components will showcase the latest hydraulic product launches from Bosch Rexroth, Casappa, Emmegi, Ikron, Scanreco, Sunfab, and Walvoil. Featured products include the new Sunfab SXM Motor and Scanreco’s innovative G6 range. BAUMA BAUMA is the world’s leading trade fair for construction, building materials, mining machinery, and construction equipment. At BAUMA, VHS Hydraulic Components will coexhibit with its sister companies, Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering and Parmafluid. Together, they will present the latest hydraulic launches from Bosch Rexroth, Casappa, Danfoss, Emmegi, Hydac, Ikron, Scanreco, Sunfab, Walvoil, and Wika. Rob Turner, Managing Director of VHS Hydraulic Components, said: “We are delighted to be exhibiting at both Hannover Messe and BAUMA, where we will be joined by our sister companies, Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering and Parmafluid. These events provide an excellent opportunity to showcase our latest hydraulic solutions and connect with industry professionals from around
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