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its machinery capabilities . In a conversation with Lee Crocker , Managing Director , we showcase Kawasaki Precision Machinery UK Ltd ( KPM UK ), a subsidiary company of the Kawasaki Precision Machinery division , and part of Kawasaki Heavy Industries ( KHI ). We highlight how the total system engineering company is leading the way in hydraulics , and supplying equipment for a range of applications in the industrial , construction , agriculture , and marine markets . “ Kawasaki took over the business , based on the banks of the River Tamar in Plymouth , 30 years ago before it was Vickers System ,” begins Lee . “ Prior to that , it was a tool making company called Brown and Sharpe . We still have employees who have worked for all

As one of Britain ’ s leading suppliers , designers & manufacturers of seals gaskets and associated products , Sealmasters ’ stock and production planning gives Kawasaki the confidence of manufacturing stability that many others cannot offer .

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Tel : + 44 ( 0 ) 29 2049 0711 Email : sales @ sealmasters . co . uk Web : www . sealmasters . co . uk three companies , and some go as far back as Chamberlin Industries , based in Leyton , London where the Staffa Radial Piston motor was developed and manufactured before production moved to the Ernesettle site in Plymouth in 1982 .”

The business has since expanded sales into many regions , markets , and applications all over the world , including many mobile , offhighway , industrial , and marine applications . “ We have a multi-channel approach to market including 44 distribution partners throughout Europe , the Middle East , South Africa , and all the way down to Australia . We also use our sister companies to ship into the US , Japan , Korea , India , and China . One of our largest customers for our radial piston motor is a winch manufacturer based in Shimonoseki on the western tip of Japan ,” Lee divulges .

“ Since 1994 , KPM UK has expanded greatly , increasing revenues from £ 11 million to £ 55 million , with 80 percent of what is produced being exported all over the world . Our business contributes a GVA of around £ 24 million to the local economy per annum and we have 230 employees across manufacturing , sales , engineering , and other support functions such as HR , IT , finance , and customer services .”

Hydraulic advancements

When asked about the scope of products and services , Lee explains that Kawasaki products are synonymous with excellence in fluid power . “ Designed to meet the challenging demands of various industrial applications , we offer superior and consistent performance , efficiency , and durability in the most challenging environments .

“ We don ’ t just manufacture and distribute hydraulic pumps , valves , and motors , we help our customers increase their efficiency and reduce costs through development partnerships . We develop bespoke solutions to fulfill our customers ’ requirements . We do this by providing an excellent end-to-end

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