Hypro News
World Record Holder Jeanne Socrates Is About To Begin Her Solo Trip Around The World Using Hypro Hydraulics
Hypro goes global * Since the publication of this article it has been brought to our attention that Jeanne has sadly had to postpone her voyage due to a serious injury, she is now recovering in hospital and we wish her a speedy recovery and hope that she will be able to continue her mission…
Read MoreCitizen ‘Sliding Head’ Lathes and The New Star Lathe
At Hy-Pro we use lathes extensively in production, particularly for producing spools of various sizes which are used in our hydraulic control valves. There are multitudes of other parts which we also make on our lathes, from simple washers to complex gears. The lathes we use can machine intricate shapes to minute tolerances, and we…
Read MoreHy-Pro Installs New Ultrasonic Wash Machine
Earlier this year we installed a new MAFAC Java ultrasonic wash machine into the Hy-Pro factory. It replaced our old Mecwash system which has given us over 10 years of good service but was starting have a few reliability issues. The MAFAC Java was supplied to us by UK distributor, Turbex, and provides us with…
Read MoreSafety Lever Lock For Hy-Pro Control Valves
As always, our designers are putting safety first and we are happy to announce our new safety lever lock for Hy-Pro control valves. The new V5145 safety interlock solution is a locking device which requires the operator to release the lever from its captive neutral position in order to select a service. Hydraulic power is inherently dangerous…
Read MoreNew Compact Linear Actuator From Hy-ProDrive
We are pleased to announce our latest addition to the Hy-ProDrive marine steering range – the new compact linear actuator! This new compact unit is designed for smaller or lighter yachts with space restrictions and the lower thrust requirements. Our new actuator at full extension, is only 890 mm. That’s half a metre shorter than its bigger brother. …
Read MoreHy-Pro Supporting Fellow British Manufacturers
We have been advocating buying British and we have started with a series of quality new assembly benches from Benchmaster. Hydraulic valves are heavy and, in the past, we have struggled to find suitable assembly benches. Metal frames with heavy wooden tops encased in steel are essential. Room underneath for tote pans and sufficient depth for…
Read MoreHy-Pro’s Birmingham Distributor Have Moved
Our Birmingham distributor, Hydraulic Equipment Supermarkets, have moved to bigger and better premises. Now operating from Unit 3, Cheston Road, Aston, Birmingham B7 5EA, the new branch is large enough to accommodate Hy-Pro control valves in addition to a wide range of related products. With on-site trade counters and warehouses, complete valves, along with sectional valve…
Read MoreHose Reel Valves
We have become well known for our bespoke, custom built control valves but we also manufacture ranges of specially designed valves for specific applications. Our hose reel valves, used in everything from airport fuel tankers to liquid food bulk carriers are particularly popular. Manufactured to the highest standards, these valves has been specifically designed to operate…
Read MoreNew CNC Honing Machine
Our long awaited brand new Pemamo CNC honing machine has arrived! For the last 50 years at Hy-Pro honing has been a highly skilled manual or semi-automatic operation using traditional Delapena machines. Using feel, dexterity, experience and an air gauge we have been honing every slice and numerous cartridges to achieve perfect fits for our…
Read MoreNew Integrated Pump & Reservoir
We are now proud to launch our new Hy-ProDrive integrated pump and reservoir. This combined unit has been designed for autopilot steering in the marine market, where hydraulic systems need to continue to function in rough conditions. Complete ‘Knock Downs’ (where a boat can finish up on its side and even under water) are particularly…
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