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Time to gain an hour!!!

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Clocks go back Sunday 29th October

What is the one thing people want more of?????

Well if it is Time that you are wanting then you are in luck!, as we will all be gaining an extra hour on Sunday. Yip Pee!!!!

The clocks should be put back 60 minutes at 1am on Sunday October 29. When the clocks go back, the UK will be back onto Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Mobile phones and other devices connected to the Internet should change automatically. Other devices, like cookers and ovens will need to be changed manually.

Clocks then move forward again on March.  The reason for changing the clocks twice a year is known as Daylight Saving Time and was brought in from 1907 to get people out of bed earlier during summer when it gets light from 4 to 5am even when the clocks have gone back. But there have been calls to scrap it entirely because of the adverse impact of nights drawing in earlier during winter.

So don’t forget Sunday 29th Oct to turn your clocks back 1 hour!

It’s back to work for everyone at Masterflex (hopefully everyone will turn in on time) manufacturing hoses and ducting to suit your individual requirements

Give the office a call to get a quote, sample or to make a purchase.

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Monday – Thursday: 8am – 5pm – Friday 8am – 2.30pm

Email: sales@masterflex-uk.com  or www.masterflex-uk.com

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Trafalgar Day

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Trafalgar Day

Today is the celebration of the victory won by the Royal Navy, commanded by Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson. He oversaw the combined French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar on 21st October 1805 at Cape Trafalgar, off the coast of Spain. Today it is commonly referred to as Trafalgar Day.

The battle had massive repercussions for Napoleon’s France and the future of the British Empire. Admiral Lord Nelson commanded the fleet from HMS Victory but was mortally wounded in the engagement, so the event also commemorates and celebrates his life.

Wreaths are normally laid at Lord Nelson’s tomb in St Paul’s Cathedral and on board the Victory at Portsmouth on Trafalgar Day.

The historic signal “England expects….” is sent from the ship at 8am followed by a memorial service on board.

At Trafalgar Square in London, the Sea Cadets usually put on a display to showcase their skills at 11 am before marching to the Wellington Barracks on Birdcage Walk.

Traditionally this event has seen bands salute – the display lasts over an hour and has been a highlight of the Sea Cadets’ calendar for over a century.

Each year around 500 members of the Sea Cadets march from Horse Guards’ Parade to Nelson’s Column to mark Trafalgar Day.

Here at Masterflex, we are continuing with our legacy of manufacturing hoses and ducting for a wide range of industries.

If you use hoses in your job, but are unsure which type you use, contact us and we can help you in choosing the right product.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Email: info@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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Are you ready yet?

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Are you getting excited about the upcoming events or do you just want to hibernate until the warmer weather starts again?

It is that time of the year to start deciding what fancy dress out fit to buy, who is getting what for Christmas and new years resolutions.

In most shops now you will see all the Halloween stock including fancy dress, creepy accessories and treats for the little ones, with the Christmas stock close by.

Masterflex continually manufacture flexible hoses and ductings through out the year, allowing you to keep your stock levels high for any busy times.

If you place your order before 2:30pm, we will ship using a next day service on all stock items,

and often on made-to-order items too, if placed early enough

Oversized orders / multiple boxes = £20

Standard before mid day = £20

Before 10am = £30

Pallet= £40

These prices are for Monday – Friday delivery.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Monday – Friday: 8 – 5pm

Email: hayley@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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Asbestos Removal

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What is Asbestos and Asbestos removal? 

Definition of Asbestos:

‘Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material the name covers any of six incombustible, chemical-resistant, fibrous minerals of impure magnesium silicate, occurring in either serpentine or amphibole form, and used historically in many products, including fire proofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings and chemical filters. Owing to health hazards, notably lung damage from asbestos inhalation, use of asbestos has been restricted and its removal has been mandated in many instances’.

Where is Asbestos used?

Asbestos was widely used as an insulation and fire proofing solution. In particular, it found its way into products like ceiling tiles, pipe insulation, boilers, sprayed coatings and garage roof tiles in buildings such as houses, factories, offices, schools and hospitals. It was even used in clothing, a handkerchief in the 18th Century, and Charlemagne the Roman Emperor was said to have a tablecloth made entirely from ‘Salamander Hair/Wool’ – the Roman name for asbestos.

Why should we remove asbestos?

It has now been proven that the fibres from asbestos can cause serious harm to people’s health. Asbestos inhalation can lead to breathing problems, lung cancer and mesothelioma, causing around 5000 deaths every year, with around 500 new cases coming to light yearly.

As this has become an important issue, the need to remove asbestos has increased over the years.

How can we help you remove asbestos?

Masterflex manufacture hoses on-site that can be designed to suit your asbestos removal requirements. One hose in particular that would help the removal of asbestos is the Masterclip Vinyl.

This can be produced:

– in either grey or red material

– 6 or 8 metre lengths as standard, lengths up to 25 metres to order.

Properties of Master Clip Vinyl

• smallest bending radii

• highly flexible

• extremely compressible to approx. 1:6

• outer chafing protection spiral

• high tension-proof connection of wall-lining and spiral via special clamp mechanism

• adheres to TRBS 2153 (Zone 1, 21) for non-flammable dusts and gases with low conductivity for dissipation of electrostatic charges with double-ended grounding of clips and gradient of < 30 mm

• robust and inexpensive

Temperature Range

•-20°C to +70°C

•peaks to +80°C

For more information about cost and delivery of asbestos removal hoses, or to chat about removing asbestos then simply contact our office.

If you don’t work in this industry but know some one who does then please share our post.

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Monday – Friday: 8 – 5pm

Email: sales@masterflex-uk.com  or www.masterflex-uk.com

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Hoses designed for you
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Hoses designed for you

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Here at Masterflex, each hose we manufacture is designed to suit your requirements.

Now we would like to see how you use the hoses or ductings once they arrive at your chosen location.

Whether you use 1 metre or 25 metres of Masterflex products, we’d love it if you could send us some pictures of the hoses being used.

There are many way to send your photographs to Masterflex.

Facebook – Masterflex Flexible Hoses

Twitter – @MasterflexUK

or alternatively you could email them to sales@masterflex-uk.com

Don’t forget to include your company name, location, what you use the hose for and a link to your website, if you would like a link back.

We look forward to seeing your pictures.

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Monday – Friday: 8 – 5pm

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Battle of Britain

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Did you know that today, September 15th is the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.

Over 7 decades ago Britain succeeded, after a long period of fighting with the Germans, both on land and in the air.

A lot of different aircraft and machinery were used throughout the battle.

Here at Masterflex, our machinery is designed to manufacture hoses and ductings, using different materials and equipment to suit your needs.

If you use hoses in your job but are unsure what type of hoses you use, contact us and we can help you choosing the right product.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Email: info@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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How was your long weekend?

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This weekend saw the last of the bank holidays before Christmas.

Did you have anything planned?

Maybe a BBQ with friends or family, a few days away or just relaxing at home?

After the long weekend, Masterflex is back open from today, Tuesday 1st September, 8 – 5 as normal.

If you use hoses in your job, but are unsure which type you use, contact us and we can help you in choosing the right product.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Email: info@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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Marketing does It’s a Knockout

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Last weekend, Hayley from the Marketing department took part in It’s a Knockout, in Manchester.

Did you ever watch this game show when it was on television?

Games and costumes from the BBC TV series are brought to life using the Kings from the Royal It’s a Knockout and the classic Penguin Pursuit.

The idea was to complete 6 different challenges which consisted of giant costumes, bouncy castles and an inflatable obstacle course.

Thankfully, manufacturing flexible hoses is a much simpler process and when ordering stock you won’t face any obstacles with Masterflex.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Email: info@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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GCSE Results time

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It is that time of the year again when all school leavers will be getting their GCSE results.

After revising, taking the exams then relaxing over the summer, today is the day all their hard work has hopefully paid off.

Can you remember receiving your results?

The next step now is to go to college, full-time employment or carry out an apprenticeship.

Here at Masterflex, Holly is continuing her one year apprenticeship course in Business Admin and enjoys learning  new skills while working full-time.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Email: info@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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Masterflex goes to Singapore

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This week, Colin, the Sales Manager, is travelling to Singapore for his holidays.

He has gone for three weeks to see family  who live over there.

Did you know the current exchange rate is 1 Singapore Dollar = £0.50

There are many languages spoken in Singapore.

The Singapore government recognises four official languages: English, Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil. The national language is Malay, while English is mainly used as the business and working language.

Here at Masterflex, the only language we speak is hoses and ductings.

If you use hoses, in your job but are unsure what type you use, contact us and we can help you in choosing the right product.

For more information on our product range contact Masterflex UK

Masterflex Technical Hoses Limited
Units G & H, Prince of Wales Business Park,
Vulcan Street, Oldham, OL1 4ER
Tel: 0161 626 8066     Fax: 0161 626 9066

Email: info@masterflex-uk.com or www.masterflex-uk.com

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