Engine Starting News

IPU are open & operational – COVID update

April 3^rd, 2020 in Components, Emissions Solutions, Engine Starting, Fuel Conditioning, News

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – IPU Group Business Continuity Customer Update IPU Group Ltd. continue to monitor the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Global pandemic and the health and safety of our employees, families, customers and suppliers remain our highest priority. Our Business Continuity plan has allowed us to remain open and operational in what is an extremely challenging time with official guidance being updated on a regular basis and we remain committed to ensuring we continue to offer full support to our customers across all areas taking into consideration the advice issued by the UK Government and other relevant Health Authorities. Whilst we have taken measures to reduce the level…

IPU is business as usual

March 19^th, 2020 in Components, Emissions Solutions, Engine Starting, Fuel Conditioning, News

IPU are closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the health and safety of our staff members, families, customers and suppliers remain the highest priority. We wanted to let you know that for us, it is business as usual. Our management team is monitoring the situation closely and our robust business continuity plan will assist us in navigating this difficult time. We have deployed a large number of our office-based staff to work remotely, to minimise the risk to our key operational staff, including our workshop and stores teams. We have a wide variety of technologies at our disposal to ensure we can continue to offer an uninterrupted service. We are in regular contact with…

ATEX-approved starters for mining vehicles

Non-Electric Engine Starting Systems – Top 5 Advantages

September 3^rd, 2019 in Engine Starting, News

You want one thing from your engine, for it to start every time you push the button. That normally requires an electric start motor. But what happens if the power is down and the starter battery has lost its charge? If the engine is critical (i.e a generator at a data centre or hospital) the results could be catastrophic. A non-electric engine starting system mitigates this risk by not suffering from the same problems. Electric batteries are one of the most common power sources for engine starting systems. They are simple, easy-to-use and are often the default starter provided by engine manufacturers. However, batteries have their drawbacks. There are also working environments that…

Custom engine starting packages engineered by IPU

August 28^th, 2019 in Engine Starting, News

Hydraulic and air starting systems offer unbeatable reliability when it comes to engine starting. Especially in extreme weather environments where the reliability of traditional electric start motors can suffer. But standard systems do come with a challenge, for example hydraulic engine starting systems often require large amounts of space for the accumulator tanks. That is why IPU offers custom engine starting packages engineered to fit almost any space. Oil platforms, drilling rigs or mining vehicles are not typically designed with an abundance of extra room. Few have enough extra space available to house a large engine starting system. The standard hydraulic starting configuration…

Why aluminium starter motors struggle to obtain ATEX approval

July 30^th, 2019 in Engine Starting, News

Aluminium starter motors often struggle to obtain ATEX approval. But why are they not considered safe for use in hazardous environments? The reason is aluminium is one of the primary fuels for creating a thermite reaction. It’s a chemical process that gives off so much heat it is used to weld railway tracks. When aluminium is mixed with an oxidiser such as iron(III) oxide (known to you and me as rust) and is ignited (by heat or a spark) the reaction produces a molten metal at about 3000°c! Additionally, if water is used to try and extinguish the reaction, explosive hydrogen gas can be produced. Rust is a common factor in industrial areas, so introducing aluminium to a hazardous…

The Essential Guide To Starting Caterpillar Engines

June 6^th, 2019 in Engine Starting, News

IPU have released an invaluable pocket guide that advises Caterpillar customers how to choose the best starting system for their engine. If your application has a Caterpillar engine installed and your business depends on reliable power, this is the handbook for you. To request a free copy, click here to fill out a short form. The Essential Guide to Starting Cat Engines shows our continued dedication to protecting businesses in numerous industries including marine, oil & gas and power generation. It includes the following: An easy reference guide for packagers and distributors of Caterpillar engines to select the best possible starter for their engine. It matches each Caterpillar engine…

Meet IPU Engine Starting at China’s GPower – 21st to 23rd April 2019

January 7^th, 2019 in Engine Starting, News

IPU are heading to China to exhibit our engine starting division at the 18th GPower Exhibition. GPower is a hub of international manufacturers, traders and professionals from around the world. You’ll find us on stand 2-392 in Hall N2! Whilst at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, IPU will be exhibiting: Spring starters: A reliable, cost-effective way of providing manual starting for diesel engines up to 12 litres. They are simple to install and are ideally suited to harsh environments, including marine and offshore applications. Air starters: Air starters are a ‘fit and forget’ starting solution for diesel engines up to 150 litres. Available in either ATEX…

FOXAIR to distribute IPU air starting systems in Scotland

September 11^th, 2018 in Engine Starting, News

FOXAIR (a division of TDC Aberdeen Limited) have signed an agreement to distribute IPU Group’s air starter motors in Scotland. This will improve the supply and support of Jetstream starter motors in the region and promote the adoption of high-quality remanufactured Ingersoll-Rand and TDI motors. FOXAIR has considerable experience delivering air starting solutions to the marine, oil & gas and industrial markets throughout Scotland. “We are delighted to support IPU and the Jetstream range of engine starting products. FOXAIR has maintained a robust business relationship with IPU for several years and this significant agreement complements our existing range of air starting…

Hung-Yew Wong joins Hasilwan Group

April 26^th, 2018 in Engine Starting

We are delighted to announce that our representative for IPU Engine Starting in Asia, Hung-Yew Wong has been appointed as Executive Director of the Hasilwan Group. Hasilwan Group is a multi-national engineering and distribution business with offices in Singapore, Malaysia, and China. The new milestone will mark the beginning of the journey that provides a platform for both companies to achieve significant business growth for many years to come. HY and Hasilwan will be working closely with IPU’s Engine Starting team out in Asia. Our engine starting range includes: Spring starters: A reliable, cost-effective way of providing manual starting for diesel engines up to 12 litres. They are…

Meet IPU at GPower China – 3rd to 5th May 2018

April 12^th, 2018 in Engine Starting, News

IPU are heading to China to exhibit our engine starting division at the 17th GPower Exhibition. GPower is a hub of international manufacturers, traders and professionals from around the world. Whilst at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, IPU will be exhibiting: Spring starters: A reliable, cost-effective way of providing manual starting for diesel engines up to 12 litres. They are simple to install and are ideally suited to harsh environments, including marine and offshore applications. Air starters: Air starters are a ‘fit and forget’ starting solution for diesel engines up to 150 litres. Available in either ATEX approved pre-engaged or inertia configurations. They can be…