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Polestar awards 5-year UK procurement and stores management contract to ERIKS

Polestar awards 5-year UK procurement and stores management contract to ERIKS

DMAERIKS090 25 February 2011

Polestar, the UK’s leading print company, has entered into a 5-year agreement with ERIKS Integrated Solutions, a division of Europe’s largest industrial distributor. Under the new agreement, Polestar is outsourcing to ERIKS their MRO procurement and stores management activity at their five largest sites in the UK.

Fivefold business growth prompts significant expansion

Fivefold business growth prompts significant expansion

DMAERIKS070 23 February 2011

Thanks to fivefold business growth over the past four years – even during one of the worst recessions on record – ERIKS' Kings Lynn distribution branch has more than justified its move to a new, much larger facility.

ERIKS Steps Forward as the Main Sponsor for the 2011 Maintec Summit Conference Programme

ERIKS Steps Forward as the Main Sponsor for the 2011 Maintec Summit Conference Programme

DMAERIKS098 12 February 2011

The ERIKS MAINTEC SUMMIT conference will bring together senior industry professionals to debate and consider topics that will have a major influence on their future approach to maintenance and other important aspects of their business.

Timely emergency motor repair is a boost for Rio Tinto Alcan

Timely emergency motor repair is a boost for Rio Tinto Alcan

DMAERIKS084 04 February 2011

When a large, bespoke-framed fan motor failed at Rio Tinto Alcan the consequences could have been significant. Instead, thanks to quick intervention and significant rework by ERIKS, the motor was back in action six days earlier than anticipated.

Formal Partnership seals the deal

Formal Partnership seals the deal

DMAERIKS100 01 February 2011

SPG, ERIKS UK’s Gasket Technology Centre, is proud to announce its formal partnership with premier European gasket sheet manufacturer Frenzelit GmbH. The formalisation of the partnership cements the existing strong working relationship between Frenzelit and the wider ERIKS Group, providing customers with increased availability and comprehensive technical support.

ERIKS ACQUIRED THE ACTIVITIES OF THE DIAMOND GEARS COMPANY LTD

ERIKS ACQUIRED THE ACTIVITIES OF THE DIAMOND GEARS COMPANY LTD (DGC), HOUSTON, TEXAS

DMAERIKS102 13 January 2011

Diamond Gear Company, Ltd. is a manufacturer of Industrial Worm Gears, Bevel Gears, and Declutchable Worm Gears, and the exclusive North American representative and master distributor for a high-technology line pneumatic, rack and pinion actuators, used for valve automation.

ERIKS ACQUIRED ALL SHARES OF THE NEWDELL COMPANY, HOUSTON, TEXAS

ERIKS ACQUIRED ALL SHARES OF THE NEWDELL COMPANY, HOUSTON, TEXAS

DMAERIKS101 12 January 2011

The Newdell Company is a stocking distributor of a broad range of standard as well as special material valves, used in the petrochemical, chemical and refinery markets with its headquarters in Houston, Texas. The Newdell Company is the exclusive American distributor for ‘Pan Korea’ industrial valves and for ‘Smith’ forged steel gate, globe and check valves.

ERIKS acquires the activities of AMG Pesch GmbH & Co. KG, Cologne (Germany)

ERIKS acquires the activities of AMG Pesch GmbH & Co. KG, Cologne (Germany)

DMAERIKS099 11 January 2011

As per December 22, 2010, ERIKS has concluded a preliminary agreement with the provisional insolvency administrator of AMG Pesch GmbH & Co. KG regarding the acquisition of the main assets and commercial activities of AMG Pesch, Cologne (Germany). The agreement provides for a takeover of activities with effect from 01.01.2011 and was concluded subject to the approval of the Federal Cartel Office, which is expected shortly.

ERIKS acquired the activities of Gasket Passerotti in Warsaw (Poland)

ERIKS acquired the activities of Gasket Passerotti in Warsaw (Poland)

DMAERIKS097 23 December 2010

As per December 20, 2010, ERIKS acquired the activities of Gasket Passerotti in Warsaw (Poland). This branch supplies an industrial seals assortment, in particular the maintenance market.

New ERIKS ‘Metal Detectable’ Seals Help Food Manufacturers Detect Contamination.

New ERIKS ‘Metal Detectable’ Seals Help Food Manufacturers Detect Contamination.

DMAEriks013 16 December 2010

ERIKS Sealing Technology has developed a new range of metal detectable seals for use in sensitive applications where the ability to detect and contain contamination is vital.

ERIKS ACQUIRED ALL SHARES OF VALTOR OFFSHORE A/S, ESBJERG,

ERIKS ACQUIRED ALL SHARES OF VALTOR OFFSHORE A/S, ESBJERG, DENMARK

DMAERIKS091 09 December 2010

Valtor Offshore is one of Europe’s leading valve and actuator distributors and service providers to the oil and gas industry, based in Esbjerg, Denmark. Valtor Offshore primarily services the North Sea and the international oil and gas industry with a wide range of valves, actuators and valve automation solutions for the construction of oil and gas production installations and for maintenance applications.

New suction cups offer a combination of lips and bellows

New suction cups offer a combination of lips and bellows

DMAERIKS083 03 December 2010

The innovative piGRIP™ suction cup, manufactured by vacuum technology leader Piab, is now available in the UK from ERIKS, one of Europe’s largest suppliers of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. It is the first modular suction cup on the market, allowing companies to choose the ideal lip and fitting, be it a flat or bellow design, optimising the pick-up and movement of different weight products with different surface finishes using suction.

ERIKS puts the ‘seal of approval’ on new Warrington service centre office

ERIKS puts the ‘seal of approval’ on new Warrington service centre office

DMAERIKS076 29 September 2010

ERIKS is pleased to announce the re-location of its Warrington service centre to purpose built premises on Birchwood Park Industrial estate. The new service centre location is part of the ERIKS UK national network of seventy-five distribution outlets, engineering workshops, manufacturing sites and technology centres.

ERIKS appointed SKF’s first Certified Maintenance Partner with UK National coverage

ERIKS appointed SKF’s first Certified Maintenance Partner with UK National coverage

DMAERIKS065 09 September 2010

ERIKS has been appointed by SKF as the company’s first Certified Maintenance Partner with full UK national coverage, following three year’s work as a local CMP. The ‘National’ status recognises ERIKS’ significant UK footprint in terms of technical support.

ERIKS has reached an agreement to acquire the activities of Rawson LP, Houston, Texas, United States.

DMAERIKS077 31 August 2010

Rawson is a leading flow control solutions provider and distributor of process control instrumentation, valves and accessories, field instruments and engineered equipment in the US Gulf Coast. Rawson provides sales, services and inventory to over 5,000 customers from 17 stocking branch locations serving Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas and Mexico. Rawson generates an annual sales of over us $100M.

New ERIKS Coventry branch office and trade counter has a fluid-power advantage

New ERIKS Coventry branch office and trade counter has a fluid-power advantage

DMAERIKS069 31 August 2010

ERIKS is pleased to announce the re-location of its Coventry branch to purpose built premises at Hotchkiss Way on Binley Industrial estate. The new branch location is part of the ERIKS UK national network of seventy-five distribution outlets, engineering workshops, manufacturing sites and technology development centres.

Energy Saving Rebuild for Industrial Tyre Shredder…

Energy Saving Rebuild for Industrial Tyre Shredder…

DMAERIKS040 16 July 2010

ERIKS UK has recently applied its engineering know-how to the re-manufacture of a tyre shredder used at one of the UK’s largest tyre recycling centres.

‘One-for-All’ Synchronous Belt Drive Solution for Arduous Applications

‘One-for-All’ Synchronous Belt Drive Solution for Arduous Applications

DMAERIKS033 06 July 2010

The introduction of the CONTI SYNCHROCHAIN® ‘one-for-all’ belt drive solution that is ideal all-round synchronous belt for arduous applications, where it is essential to have not only maximum power transmission, but also maximum resistance to an adverse working environment.

Acquisition of SKF Economos Belgium NV

DMAERIKS067 05 July 2010

On 4 May 2010, we announced, subject to a positive outcome of the due diligence, the acquisition of SKF Economos Belgium nv in Asse, Belgium. The positive outcome of the due diligence resulted in the finalisation of this acquisition on 30 June 2010.

Tough seals meet face-to-face

Tough seals meet face-to-face

DMAERIKS009 28 June 2010

Pioneer Weston has combined two areas of ERIKS Group expertise to develop a new range of Pioneer Weston for arduous applications.

ERIKS Sets Benchmark for Food Safety with Blanket (EC 1935) Extraction Testing of its Food Sealing Products Using FDA 177.2600.

ERIKS Sets Benchmark for Food Safety with Blanket (EC 1935) Extraction Testing of its Food Sealing Products Using FDA 177.2600.

DMAEriks004 24 June 2010

Food safety is a hot issue, and with all the recent public scares, one that is not likely to fade any time soon.

ERIKS products take a tough-line at Hillhead 2010

Hillhead_DMAEriksPreview 22 June 2010

Market leader in maintenance services and MRO product supply - ERIKS, is launching a range of new products and services at Hillhead 2010 that all have a common theme - they represent taking a tough-line on preventing failures and breakdowns.

ERIKS Launches Engineering Stores Clean-up and Organisation Service

ERIKS Launches Engineering Stores Clean-up and Organisation Service

Hillhead_DMAEriks019 22 June 2010

ERIKS UK has launched an engineering stores reorganisation and optimisation service, Storeroom Services.

ERIKS Takes a Bearing on Vibratory Screens

ERIKS Takes a Bearing on Vibratory Screens

Hillhead_DMAEriks062 22 June 2010

NSK’s new integrated bearing assembly units have been designed specifically to address the challenges faced by manufacturers and repairers of vibrating screens and are now available throughout the UK from ERIKS.

‘One-for-All’ Synchronous Belt Drive Solution for Arduous Applications

‘One-for-All’ Synchronous Belt Drive Solution for Arduous Applications

Hillhead_DMAEriks033 22 June 2010

The introduction of the CONTI SYNCHROCHAIN® ‘one-for-all’ belt drive solution that is ideal all-round synchronous belt for arduous applications, where it is essential to have not only maximum power transmission, but also maximum resistance to an adverse working environment.

Eriks Unveiling Gates Hydraulic Crimpers for Just £1... At Hillhead 2010

Eriks Unveiling Gates Hydraulic Crimpers for Just £1... At Hillhead 2010

Hillhead_DMAEriks048 22 June 2010

ERIKS is unveiling major special offers on Gates crimpers at Hillhead 2010

Tough Seals Meet Face-to-Face

Tough Seals Meet Face-to-Face

Hillhead_DMAEriks009 22 June 2010

A new range of metal-faced seals from Pioneer Weston draws on 60+ years of experience designing, developing and manufacturing mechanical rotary seals.

Nation’s NEW Favourite Thread Lock is Available from ERIKS

Nation’s NEW Favourite Thread Lock is Available from ERIKS

DMAEriks056 14 May 2010

Henkel has carried out research with thousands of customers worldwide in order to update its iconic Loctite 243 and 270 thread lock products.

ERIKS Acquires Fisher GMBH Kunststoffpräzition

DMAEriks057 10 May 2010

On 6th May 2010, ERIKS agreed, subject to the approval by the Bundeskartelamt, to acquire all shares in Fisher GmbH Kunststoffpräzition with modern production facilities in Laupheim (near Ulm) and Arnstad(Thuringen).

Thermal Imaging Reveals Hot Air at No. 10

Thermal Imaging Reveals Hot Air at No. 10

DMAEriks045 05 May 2010

“ERIKS thermal surveys reveal the integrity of heat insulation at No.10 Downing Street and the Houses of Parliament for ITV’s TONIGHT program.”

ERIKS expand operations in Hull

ERIKS expand operations in Hull

DMAERIKS054 28 April 2010

The new building houses two businesses, firstly the ERIKS Hull stock and service centre, delivering industrial maintenance products and services, and secondly the global export stock and distribution centre for Fenner Power Transmission Products.

ERIKS ACQUIRES KUBRA PLASTICS

ERIKS ACQUIRES KUBRA PLASTICS

DMAERIKS052 01 April 2010

On 29 March 2010, ERIKS bv acquired Kubra Plastics in Nuenen, the Netherlands, part of MCB International bv, Valkenswaard. The activities of Kubra comprise the marketing, sale and customising of products and services in the field of plastics technology.

How Can E-Procurement Positively Influence Your Business?

How Can E-Procurement Positively Influence Your Business?

DMAEriks041 29 March 2010

With the growth of the Internet, and particularly mobile technology that allows access to it in remote areas, e-procurement is rapidly becoming a popular option for industrial stock management.

ERIKS Launches Engineering Stores ‘Clean-up and Organisation’ Service

ERIKS Launches Engineering Stores ‘Clean-up and Organisation’ Service

DMAEriks019 02 March 2010

See us at MAINTEC 2010: Stand F4 - Hall 11 - NEC, Birmingham – Tuesday 2nd March - Thursday 4th March

New 400 page Fenner Drive Design Manual is ‘Must Have’ Guide to Power Transmission Products

New 400 page Fenner Drive Design Manual is ‘Must Have’ Guide to Power Transmission Products

DMAEriks002 24 February 2010

The new, extended and revised 2010 edition of the Fenner Drive Design Manual is now available.

There’s snow business like gearbox repair

There’s snow business like gearbox repair

DMAEriks006 12 January 2010

Northern Foods avoids downtime thanks to a 6hr turnaround on custom gearbox repair by ERIKS, during the worst of the snow. One of the UK’s largest food producers was kept running during the worst of the recent snowy weather thanks to a timely repair on an unusual sealed motor gearbox unit at Northern Foods’ Gunstones bakery in Sheffield.