R&G Fluid Power Group

What R&G Fluid Power Group does

R&G Fluid Power Group is a UK-based roll-up of fluid power distribution and engineering businesses, operating 24+ subsidiary companies organised across four core service lines: Industrial Hose & Couplings, Hydraulics, Seals & Gaskets, and Engineering, with a further Pneumatics cluster. The group serves more than 8,000 live customer accounts across every major UK industrial sector, including chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, power generation and renewables, agriculture, marine, road and rail, oil and gas, and aerospace. Acquired brands (Pearson Hydraulics, Integraflex, Global Hydraulics, Pennine Pneumatic Services, Henry Gallacher, AMG Sealing, Valves Online, Abbey Hose, PAR Group, Abbey Seals International, and others) operate as locally managed trade counter businesses supported by shared group functions. The group holds what it describes as probably the largest stock-holding of fluid power products in the UK and is the largest UK manufacturer of flange insulation kits used in pipeline electrical and cathodic insulation.

The group's underlying technology covers precision CNC machining, CNC knife and water jet cutting, hose assembly manufacture (composite, PVC, rubber, metal, PTFE), rubber moulding, plastic machining and fabrication, hydraulic power pack manufacture, and bespoke engineering services for OEM customers. Facilities include 9,000 sq ft precision machining at Millennium Engineering (Preston), 20,000 sq ft shared gasket and hose assembly operations in Teesside, and a National Distribution Centre in Lincoln that also houses the BFPA-approved Technical Training Centre. Quality systems are anchored by ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001 certifications across group engineering and sealing operations, with subsidiary brands holding additional accreditations (ParkerStore/Hydraulic Technical Centre status, Danfoss Tier 1 partnership, Atlas Copco premier distributor status since 1996).

The business model is a decentralised B2B industrial distribution and light-manufacturing platform. Revenue is generated primarily from one-time transactional sales of fluid power components through trade counters, field sales teams, and e-commerce channels (Hydraulics Megastore, Valves Online), supplemented by professional services revenue from engineering and manufacturing work, mobile on-site hose replacement (Hose Doctor service), 24-hour gasket cutting, and BFPA-approved technical training. The group grows primarily through acquisition of complementary UK fluid power businesses, retaining local management while consolidating purchasing, IT (prof.ITplus via OGL Computer), HR (PeopleHR), and back-office functions. Since 2022, R&G has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Diploma PLC, a FTSE 100 group operating across Controls, Seals, and Life Sciences sectors, with R&G positioned within Diploma's Seals sector.

Name

R&G Fluid Power Group

Legal name

R&G Fluid Power Group Ltd

Website

https://rgfluidpower.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

R&G Fluid Power Group is a UK-based roll-up of 24+ fluid power distribution and engineering companies serving 8,000+ industrial customers with hoses, hydraulics, seals, gaskets, and engineered components. Wholly owned by Diploma PLC since 2022.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Fluid Power Distribution and Manufacturing

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533)

akta.pro primary industry

Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC), Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG), Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI), Filtration, Condition Monitoring & Fluid Management (Filters, Breathers, Oil Analysis, Cooling) (IMAHAGAL), Hydraulics & Pneumatics Systems (EDAOAHAF)

Keywords

• Industrial hose couplings
• Hydraulic components distribution
• Pneumatic systems supply
• Seals gaskets manufacturing
• Precision engineering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Preston

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices23 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fluid Power Component Sales: Sale of fluid power components including industrial hoses, couplings, hydraulic and pneumatic components, seals, gaskets, valves, and engineered components. Products sourced from world-leading manufacturers and sold through trade counters, field sales, and e-commerce. One-time transactional sales model typical of B2B industrial distribution.
2. Engineering and Manufacturing Services: Precision CNC machining, fabrication, hose assembly manufacturing, gasket cutting, and bespoke engineering solutions. Services include project management from concept to installation and commissioning. Revenue generated through service fees and billable engineering work.
3. Mobile and On-Site Services: 24/7 mobile hose replacement and repair services, on-site hose testing and certification, and emergency response services operated by multiple group companies. Revenue from service call-outs and materials used in on-site repairs.
4. Technical Training Services: Technical Training Centre (TTC) in Lincoln offers hydraulics and pneumatics training courses approved by the British Fluid Power Association (BFPA), serving both group employees and external customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

R&G Fluid Power Group is a UK-based manufacturing and distribution group that designs, manufactures, sources and supplies industrial fluid power components and systems across four core divisions: Industrial Hose & Couplings, Hydraulics, Seals & Gaskets, and Engineering. The group operates a decentralised network of 24+ locally managed subsidiary companies and ParkerStore depots, offering precision CNC machining, hose assembly manufacturing, gasket cutting, hydraulic power pack manufacturing, and 24/7 mobile hose replacement services. It serves industrial manufacturers across chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, power generation, marine, agriculture and machinery sectors.

Product overview

R&G Fluid Power Group is a UK-based conglomerate of fluid power companies offering a comprehensive portfolio of industrial products and services through four core divisions: Industrial Hose & Couplings, Hydraulics, Seals & Gaskets, and Engineering. The group operates as a network of locally managed specialist companies (over 25 acquired brands including Pearson Hydraulics, Integraflex, Global Hydraulics, Hydraproducts, Century Hose, Henry Gallacher, AMG Sealing, FPE Seals, Valves Online, Lantech Solutions, Abbey Hose, PAR Group, PTFEFlex, Abbey Seals International, Pennine Pneumatic Services, and others) that collaborate to provide complete fluid power solutions. Services include precision CNC machining, fabrication, hose assembly manufacturing (composite, PVC, rubber, metal, PTFE), gasket cutting, hydraulic power pack manufacturing, flange insulation kits, 24-hour mobile hose replacement, and technical training through the BFPA-approved Technical Training Centre. Products span hydraulic/pneumatic components, industrial hose & couplings, seals, gaskets, valves, and engineered components serving chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, power generation, marine, agriculture, road & rail, and manufacturing industries. The group also offers online ordering via e-shop, trade counter facilities, and project management services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Industrial Hose & Couplings Supply of industrial hoses and couplings for construction, agriculture, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, marine and food industries, including composite, PVC, rubber and metal hose assemblies designed, manufactured and tested to exact operating conditions. For industrial manufacturers and OEMs requiring certified fluid transfer solutions.
• Hydraulics Hydraulics design, distribution and engineering services established for more than 50 years, providing UK and worldwide shipping of components for agricultural, construction, power generation, industrial and marine applications. Includes Danfoss Tier 1 distribution, ParkerStore operations and hydraulic power pack manufacturing.
• Seals & Gaskets Over five decades of experience in seals and gaskets for pharmaceutical, petrochemicals, chemical manufacturing, power generation, and food, beverage and dairy industries, using CNC knife and water jet cutting methods with ISO 9001:2015 approval. Includes soft-cut gaskets, metallic and semi-metallic sealing products, and flange insulation kits.
• Engineering

Quantifiable outcome

• Largest stock-holding of fluid power products in the UK - probably the largest
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Simpson Components LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026Strategic partnership between R&G Fluid Power Group and Simpson Components Ltd, a specialist supplier of hydraulic and pneumatic components with decades of experience. Simpson Components offers an extensive product portfolio including hydraulic and pneumatic components, cylinders, hose and fittings, valves, seals, gauges and filtration equipment. R&G provides infrastructure and expertise to support Simpson Components' growth from the ground level.
• British Fluid Power Association (BFPA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2024BFPA is a leading expert in fluid power technology and has partnered with R&G Fluid Power Group to develop and approve the Technical Training Centre (TTC) in Lincoln. The BFPA backing gives the TTC credibility to set industry standards in hydraulic and pneumatic technical training.
• Parker HannifincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1995Abbey Hose has been a Certified Distributor for Parker Hannifin since 1995. Hedley Hydraulics is a leading Parker Hydraulic Technical Centre. ParkerStores operated by Abbey Hose and Hedley Hydraulics supply Parker products off the shelf and counter hose assemblies.
• Pennine Pneumatic Services Ltd (Pneumatics Training)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPennine Pneumatic Services Ltd delivers pneumatics training courses at the R&G Technical Training Centre.
• DanfosscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPearson Hydraulics is a Danfoss Tier 1 appointed sales and service partner, holding prestigious distribution agreements for Danfoss power solutions, Turolla gear pumps and motors, Intertraco hose and fittings, and OMT filtration products.
• Atlas Copco CompressorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPennine Pneumatic Services is an authorised premier distributor for Atlas Copco Compressors, having held this status for 29 years. PPS won Atlas Copco Distributor of the Year 2019 (third time in seven years).
• Hose Doctor (Abbey Hose Mobile Service)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAbbey Hose operates the Hose Doctor Service - a 24/7 mobile hose replacement and repair service for customers.
• TurollaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPearson Hydraulics distributes Turolla gear pumps and motors.
• IntertracominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPearson Hydraulics distributes Intertraco hose and fittings.
• OMT FiltrationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPearson Hydraulics distributes OMT filtration and associated products.
• CamozziminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFluidAir Power Ltd works with industry-leading brand Camozzi for pneumatic products.
• Interpump Fluid SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFluidAir Power Ltd works with Interpump Fluid Solutions as a key supplier.
• Dantec and FlexittalicminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne Stop Fluid Power (formerly One Stop Sealing) is a distributor and stockist for Dantec and Flexittalic products.
• Global Hydraulic ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFluidAir Power Ltd became part of the Global Hydraulic Services brand following acquisition. Global Hydraulic Services is a division of R&G Fluid Power Group managing multiple hydraulics businesses.
• Tim Harper (Global Hydraulic Services MD)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTim Harper, MD of Global Hydraulic Services Ltd, led the development of the R&G Technical Training Centre project starting December 2023.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Pirtek UK: Pirtek is the UK's leading mobile hydraulic and industrial hose service franchise with on-site hose replacement capabilities - directly overlapping with R&G's Hose Doctor mobile hose replacement services and ParkerStore-driven field service model.
• James Walker: James Walker is a UK specialist sealing solutions manufacturer and supplier targeting oil & gas, chemical, power and industrial customers - directly comparable to R&G's Seals & Gaskets division (Henry Gallacher, AMG Sealing, FPE Seals).
• Flowtech Fluidpower: UK-based specialist fluid power distributor of hydraulic and pneumatic components, fittings and accessories - overlaps directly with R&G's hydraulics and pneumatics divisions across trade-counter and OEM customer segments.
• Thorite Group: Thorite is a UK pneumatic, hydraulic and process-control distributor combining trade-counter sales with technical services, closely mirroring R&G's decentralised specialist-business model and single-source fluid power proposition.
• Eriks UK: Eriks is a UK and pan-European industrial MRO distribution group supplying fluid power, seals, gaskets, bearings and engineered components - directly comparable product portfolio, target customers and supplier-brand distribution model.
• BIBUS UK: BIBUS distributes hydraulic, pneumatic and process-control components in the UK serving OEMs, MRO and plant operators - comparable customer base, product categories and technical sales-led motion to R&G's hydraulics subsidiaries.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Rexroth UK: Bosch Rexroth is a global manufacturer of hydraulic and automation components, drives and motion-control systems selling into the same UK industrial OEM and MRO customers that R&G serves through its hydraulics division.
• Gates Industrial UK: Gates is a global industrial and hydraulic hose manufacturer serving UK OEMs and distributors - directly comparable hose, couplings and fluid power product categories supplied into R&G's served markets.
• Parker Hannifin UK: Parker Hannifin is the global manufacturer whose branded products R&G distributes through ParkerStore and Parker Hydraulic Technical Centre operations. Parker offers the same fluid power, filtration and sealing technologies as part of a much wider global portfolio.
• Atlas Copco UK: Atlas Copco supplies compressors, vacuum and pneumatics globally and is the principal for Pennine Pneumatic Services within R&G. Overlapping customer base in industrial pneumatics makes it a broad incumbent in the same space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries36 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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