Stroud Engineers Deliver Major Refurbishment Projects at BMW

Rotec engineers carried out a major refurbishment of the Feed Line and Press at a BMW plant in Gloucestershire.

Over 160 hydraulic hoses on the Feed Line, and 66 hoses on the Major Press were removed and new hoses made and fitted.

This was a challenging job due to the complexity of the machinery and included hoses on the Feed Line HPU (hydraulic power unit), Press and Overload/Protection/Lubrication HPUs. Feed Line Pneumatic cylinders, valves and tubings were also supplied and fitted, in addtion to a total of 48 existing hydraulic cylinders on the Feed Line removed and new cylinders fitted.

Further work taken on the Feed Line, Press and Overload/Protection/Lubrication HPUs included:

  • Draining of the working fluid and cleaning of the reservoir.
  • Replacement of pressure and return hydraulic filters, pressure and return.
  • Replacement of pressure and return hydraulic filters, pressure and return.
  • Resealing of duplex filter block.
  • Removal of existing and refitting of new motor pump sets.
  • Thorough cleaning and inspection.
  • Removal of existing and refitting of new air blast coolers.

All refurbishment works were carried out on time, in budget and to the client’s expectations and standards.

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Defence Hose Assemblies

Hose Assemblies forJackal HMT

The Jackal HMT series is a supremely versatile platform with unparalleled cross‑country performance.

 Already well-proven in the harsh terrain of the Afghanistan battlefield, the 400 has a unique air suspension system that allows the selection of a variable ride height to match the terrain and also, enable internal loading within CH-47 Chinook.

 Rotec supported Babcock (DML) in 2009 with production of hose assemblies for the Jackal.

Rotec’s technical expertise, infrastructure and ability to utilise Parker technologies enabled the supply of the specialist hose kits suitable for hydraulic and auxiliary services. Kits were supplied fully assembled and tested.

Rotec the only Parker Hydraulic Technology Centre in the South of the UK

Parker Hannifin, a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies have recently awarded Rotec the title of ‘Hydraulic Technology Centre’. Rotec’s technical abilities as “System Integrators” have earned them the HTC title, in addition to being a Parker Store – a certified Parker distributor, home of genuine Parker parts, source of technical advice and innovative solutions.

Rotec specialise in the design, build and installation of hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic systems based on customer specification. The company provides bespoke solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, marine, defence, industrial, agriculture and more.

What can you expect from Rotec, your local Hydraulic Technology Centre?

  • Peace of mind

We only ever use genuine Parker products and technologies where possible, because of their reputation for quality, durability and reliability.

  • Free up your time

We are able to manage the project from start to finish: from Consultation & Quotation, through the Design & Build, all the way to Installation & Maintenance.

  • Stress free

All of our engineers are highly trained, with deep understanding of Parker products, as well as all things hydraulic, pneumatic and electronic. They have the knowledge, the experience and the resources to offer the best available solutions to your problems.

  • Knowing you can’t get any better

Working alongside the best in the industry allows us to have the ‘finger on the pulse’ of the industry. We are always looking out for improved products & technologies, so you don’t have to.
Contact us today to discuss how you could benefit from our Parker technology know-how.

By Sarka Humpolcova

07/03/2019

Hose Doctor: minimizing downtime at local quarry

Rotec were pleased to be recently joined by two Hose Doctor operatives: Matt Bearpark and Phil O’Connor. Matt covers Somerset and Bristol areas, while Phil covers areas surrounding Cardiff, Gloucester and Bristol.

Tower Leg Winches

Matt was recently called out to a local quarry, where two rams were leaking and needed to be back at work asap.

Matt relates:

“One ram was bent and the other had deep gouging in the rod causing leaking from both rams. Brand new rods had to machined and fitted along with new seal kits fitted. After removing rams from the excavator arm fitted inside the crusher housing I took them to Ram Reman” (Rotec’s sister company based in Wimborne, specialising in repair and manufacture of rams – hydraulic cylinders).

 

 

“The removal and refit took me 4 hours in total, while Ram Reman spent a day repairing and testing the ram functions, ready for refit. I was very happy with the feedback I received, the customer was really pleased with the short breakdown period and now the arms are working a lot tighter than they had before.”

Due to time constraints the repaired rams were not re-sprayed, but now work better than ever! Visit Ram Reman’s website for more information (new site currently under construction).

Date: 19/09/2017

Author: Sarka Humpolcova

NEW Mobile Hose Doctor van now in operation

Mobile Hose Doctor service

Rotec are Introducing a New mobile ON-SITE hose repair/replacement service. The service has now been launched in Taunton and surrounding areas during the month of April 2017. The Hose Doctor van is a mobile workshop that carries a full range of Parker connectors and hoses.

 

 

  • 1 hour maximum waiting time (unless otherwise informed)
  • Experienced engineer specialised in hydraulics ensures that repairs are carried out rapidly and to a high standard.
  • We use only genuine Parker parts that meet international standards and our own highly demanding specifications
  • Experience and expertise in a wide variety of hydraulic and pneumatic applications: plant hire, car transporters, fork lift trucks, aerial lift, lift trucks, truck cranes, refuse trucks, agriculture, marine, utilities
  • No hose assembly, cleaning or pellet charges
  • No consumables charges

Covered areas include:  Exeter, Tiverton, Taunton, Bridgwater, Honiton, Crewkerne, Yeovil, Street and Bristol

Taunton and surrounding areas

Author: Sarka Humpolcova

Date: 21/07/2017

Accumulator Recertification with Parker

Rotec Hydraulics Ltd signs New Parker Authorised Accumulator Recertification Centre Agreement.  

Rotec Hydraulics has joined the Parker Authorised Recertification Centre Network offering full accumulator recertification and written schemes under the Pressure System Safety Regulations 2000. Rotec Managing Director stated that the new agreement along with our authorised and trained engineers to support the service, uniquely places Rotec within the South West as a Quality and dedicated hydraulics service and support centre for a wide range of manufacturing and marine businesses requiring approved and recognised dedicated test centres.

Photo Rotec Managing Director Paul Prouse and Parker Uk Fluid Power Distribution Sales Manager Richard Fenner