Hirst Magnetic Instruments ltd, is pleased to announce the confirmation of Dr James Mckenzie as CEO. James will lead the team at Hirst as the company focuses on commercialising its newly developed 8th generation PFM magnetic measurement products and EV motor production line solutions. Dr James Mckenzie, the new CEO commented “I am very proudContinue reading “New CEO appointed at Hirst Magnetic Instruments Ltd”
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PEMD 2022
Hirst are pleased to announce that we’ll be exhibiting at PEMD 2022Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in Newcastle, June 21st – 23rd. There’s a whole host of interesting speakers and talks. Have a look here to see what it’s all about:https://pemd.theiet.org/ If you are using permanent magnets as part of your powerchain, there are numerousContinue reading “PEMD 2022”
CWIEME Berlin
It’s been just a little over a week and the dust has settled after attending CWIEME Events (Coil Winding & Electrical Manufacturing Exhibition) Berlin. It was Hirst’s first time at the show, and we were delighted to meet up with some familiar faces, but also meet new ones. We had a lot of visitors to ourContinue reading “CWIEME Berlin”
CWIEME Tradeshow
Hirst Magnetic Instruments are looking forward to exhibiting at CWIEME in Berlin, 10-12 May 2022. CWIEME is The world’s largest coil winding, transformer, electric motor, generator and e-mobility exhibition & conference series. Come and talk to us about all things magnetics. We make a range of Magnetisers, Demagnetisers, Magnet Characterisation, calibration, measurement and bespoke equipmentContinue reading “CWIEME Tradeshow”
Demagnetiser Workstation
A common problem in industry is residual magnetism in parts after machining or working. Often parts stick together, proving difficult for additional processing. Another typical problem after machining is that parts can pick up swarf, and even washing can prove ineffective. By demagnetising parts, the above problems can be alleviated. There are various different waysContinue reading “Demagnetiser Workstation”
J2A Magnetising Fixture
Hirst recently completed two orders for magnetising and calibration solutions, for two bespoke magnetic parts used in the aerospace industry. In both cases, we designed and built custom tooling compatible with a J2A fixture, to suit clients’ parts. The J2A is a widely used fixture for magnetising and demagnetising small assemblies. It is very adaptable,Continue reading “J2A Magnetising Fixture”