10 Apr 2013
Ogura Tools combine portability and power to deploy hydraulic tools in enclosed and confined spaces

Vimpex Limited, specialist suppliers of rescue tools and equipment to Fire Services worldwide, are pleased to have been chosen as suppliers to the newly developed London Southend Airport.

Following purchase by the Stobart Group, Southend Airport is going through a period of major expansion. The renewed Airport Fire Service has taken delivery of two battery powered Ogura BC-300 Combi-Tools, which were identified as being ideal for airport fire ground use.

Ogura Tools, supplied throughout Europe by Vimpex, combine lightweight portability and amazing power to allow the deployment of hydraulic tools in enclosed and confined spaces. Vimpex not only supply the tools but also provide service, repair and maintenance of Ogura products as well as safe use training for users.

Ogura Hydraulic Tools are used extensively by Fire & Rescue, Police and the military for a variety of extrication, USAR, forced entry and public order operations. The Ogura range is one part of Vimpex’s PPE, Technical Rescue and Masts, Lighting and Power product range.