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BFPA Welcomes Hengli Hydraulics UK & Ireland Ltd

The BFPA is pleased to welcome Hengli Hydraulics UK & Ireland Ltd as our newest manufacturer member. Part of the international Hengli Group, the company offers an extensive portfolio of hydraulic products including cylinders, pumps, motors, valves, and complete hydraulic

22 Sep 2025

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Festo at 100: automation to power UK manufacturing

Industry leaders gathered at Festo GB’s Innovation Centre to mark the company’s centenary and explore how automation can boost UK competitiveness. Speakers from Made in Britain, WorldSkills UK, the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and Festo focused on innovation, skills and

18 Sep 2025

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BFPA appoints Nigel Thomason as Managing Director

The British Fluid Power Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Nigel Thomason as its new Managing Director, effective 1 September 2025. Following a thorough selection process, Nigel was chosen for his extensive experience and proven leadership within

28 Aug 2025

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SMC UK Relaunches Refurbished Innovations Centre

SMC Corporation (UK) Limited has reopened its fully refurbished Innovations Centre at its Milton Keynes facility following a five-month transformation. The new showroom features more live product displays than ever before, including a full-size COBOT arm, pick-and-place solutions, and industry-specific

22 Aug 2025

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Tom Parker Ltd – Celebrating Success

Kev Rydeheard Appointed Business Development Manager Tom Parker Ltd is pleased to announce Kev Rydeheard’s promotion to Business Development Manager. With over 50 years as a fluid power specialist, Tom Parker Ltd delivers innovative connection solutions through expertise and a

22 Aug 2025

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