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Our motion and fluid controls business, Norgren, provides sophisticated solutions which control air and other fluids in precision technological and engineering applications – allowing our OEM customers to gain competitive advantage in demanding end user markets.

From the ultra-fine control of medical dosing valves to the arduous environment of on-board truck air braking systems, our wealth of understanding and technical expertise in many different industry sectors enable our customers to optimise the design and performance of their machines and systems.

Close relationships with our OEM customers and their markets give us a sound understanding of their business needs, processes and environments, enabling us to develop fresh, innovative, design-engineered solutions. These in turn help our customers to increase sales and market share, and reduce total cost of ownership.

Following the successful acquisition of the Swiss miniature solenoid valve specialist Fluid Automation Systems (FAS) in 2004, two further US additions in 2005 have developed the scope of Norgren's services: Syron integrated tooling solutions for automotive manufacturers, and GT Development Corporation on-board truck solutions for the commercial vehicle sector.

With worldwide manufacturing and technical facilities, and an established sales and service network in more than 75 countries, Norgren has the global resources and support capabilities to manage the most demanding of international projects.

You can visit the fluid power website at: www.norgren.com

*employee numbers stated as at 31 December 2009 .

 

Working with major brands such as Land Rover

Key brands: Norgren, FAS, Kloehn,
Herion, Buschjost
Strategic focus: Engineering advantage in motion and fluid control applications.
Main markets: Industrial pneumatic applications; commercial vehicles; rail; oil, chemical & gas; life sciences; in-plant automotive; printing and PET bottling.
Major operational locations: Switzerland, Mexico, the Czech Republic and China.
Employees: 5,350*
Turnover £m(2009): 520
Profit £m(2009): 32.8

Case studies

Acrobat PDF file Bespoke engineered solutions ensure reliability for China’s railways - 188kb

Acrobat PDF file Insertion accuracy keeps boilers firing in electricity generation plants - 445kb

Acrobat PDF file Leading global fire-fighting vehicle manufacturer benefits from Norgren’s Engineering Advantage capabilities - 65kb

Acrobat PDF file Energy efficient 40-bar Eco Space valve system for stretch blow-moulding machines - 48kb

Acrobat PDF file Unique solenoid valve design keeps trucks on the road - 139kb

Acrobat PDF file Bespoke manifold system delivers reassurance to anaesthesia patients - 86kb

Acrobat PDF file Remote control system keeps operators safe from moving rolling stock - 115kb

Acrobat PDF file Sophisticated valve technology provides robust solution for divers - 88kb

Acrobat PDF file Three way solenoid valve block provides a revolutionary shower experience - 165kb

Acrobat PDF file Increasing machine durability with valve technology - 72kb

Acrobat PDF file Ground-breaking portable ventilator brings high-performance care to patients in the field - 136kb

Acrobat PDF file Partnering with Norgren adds value and drives down costs for a leading medical equipment manufacturer - 56kb

Acrobat PDF file Cutting-edge solutions for a global wood-working machinery manufacturer - 62kb

Acrobat PDF file Innovation in food processing - 57kb

Acrobat PDF document Opening the door to the future of rail travel - 94kb

Acrobat PDF document Comfort in the truck cab - 140kb

Acrobat PDF document Helping to keep the trains running on time - 123kb