METS Show in Holland – Hy-Pro Are Exhibiting!
The METSTRADE show is known for its global popularity in exhibiting marine and construction materials. Being the world’s largest trade show within this sector, the event specialises in B2B networking and are proud to welcome Hy-Pro’s exhibition stand, from 19th – 21st November. What is the METSTRADE Show? Based in Amsterdam, this trade show is…
Read MoreA Brief History of Hydraulics
Using fluid to generate movement within different machinery has been around for thousands of years. The uses of water power dates back as far as Ancient Egypt and it is still used to this day. Hydraulic power is now all around us and is used in everyday life, powering many of our vehicles and even…
Read MoreHyPro’s Custom-Made Hydraulics Leak Test Rig
The performance of Hydraulic valves is incredibly important to the safety and smooth running of machinery and operations worldwide. One of the main problems manufacturers face is leakage within their hydraulic valves. Hydraulic spool valves rely on an extremely close fit between the spool and its bore, in order that leakage is minimised when the…
Read MoreWhy HyPro Manufacture In-House
Here at HyPro, all of our products are designed and manufactured in house. We pride ourselves on their quality, so manufacturing in-house provides a whole host of benefits to us as a business, and to you, our customer. So, what are the benefits? Quality As our customer, we know that the quality of your products…
Read MoreThe Impact of Brexit for Exporting to the EU and Beyond
Here we are again approaching another cliff edge, wondering how world trade will be affected when we leave the EU – possibly in about 3 months’ time. We have tried to get our thoughts together on the possible outcomes.
Read MoreNew 5 Axis Milling Machine at Hypro
Hypro is pleased to announce a new addition to our premises – a brand new, 5 axis milling machine.
Read MoreChoosing a Pressure Relief Valve
Pressure relief valves are designed to keep hydraulic based machinery running safely – their main purpose is to protect systems from overpressure. Certain applications require more specific types of pressure relief valves though. Choosing the right valve can be the difference between your machinery working safely or not.
Read MoreHydraulic Projects Ltd – The First 50 Years
Hydraulic Projects Ltd was incorporated by our founder, Dick Hammond, on 14th April 1966. Following his degree, 15 years in companies like Rolls Royce and Hotpoint and working in air crash investigation, Dick decided to set up on his own and specialise in hydraulic design. Dick’s first products were a range of hydraulic power units…
Read MoreHypro Premises Expansion
We have some exciting news – we’re expanding our premises! We are moving 3 vertical machining centres and some smaller ancillary machines into a building directly next door to our current premises. There is now space within the original Hypro unit to install new machines which we’re in the process of completing, and the relocation…
Read MoreOur Experience at the METS Trade Show
Our representatives recently attended the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) in Amsterdam again this year, following the success of our time at the show last year. Known to be the world’s biggest trade exhibition of marine equipment, materials and systems, the show proved successful for HyPro and our range of products. Since 1988, the METS…
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