WELCOME
Welcome to the latest edition, where we share updates from across MEOX and the partnerships we’re proud to support.
A key highlight in this edition is our award of Platinum Supplier Status by Dennis Eagle, a leading OEM in the UK, manufacturing over 85% of the refuse collection vehicles supplied to the UK market. It’s an achievement we’re proud of, and one that reflects the standards we aim to deliver every day – consistent delivery, dependable quality, and close technical collaboration.
Over recent months, our focus has been on strengthening these fundamentals across the business, ensuring we continue to support our customers reliably as demand grows.
We’re also seeing a growing number of OEMs reviewing the long-term performance of their hydraulic systems, with a clear focus on reducing cost, improving efficiency, and ensuring reliability in demanding applications. With products validated to over 1 million impulse cycles, alongside strong UK stockholding and production capability, we’re able to collaborate with both new and existing customers to help them see these visions come true.
Alongside this, we’ve made three key appointments to strengthen the team supporting our customers, one of which being Chris Huffen, a critical appointment who has joined as Group Performance Director, bringing a strong focus on effective growth and ensuring customer engagement is kept at the forefront of business priorities.
In this edition, we share more about our partnership with Dennis Eagle and the work behind this recognition — a practical example of how close cooperation between OEM and supplier can deliver consistent performance and long-term value.
As the business continues to grow, we remain focused on doing the basics well and maintaining the standards our customers expect.
If you’re reviewing your current hydraulic supply or looking to improve performance, we’d be pleased to start a conversation.
Josh Fenn Operations Director
josh@meox.co.uk
WHO ARE MEOX?
We are MEOX, one of the largest hydraulic hose production and assembly manufacturer in the UK, bringing cutting edge technology and market-leading product support to the UK OEM market with our next-generational Dunlop Hiflex hydraulic range.
At our UK based production facility we boast a stockholding of over £1.5m of raw bulk material, our customers benefit from immediate access to the world’s most technologically advanced products at highly competitive prices.
Validated by major OEMs, such as CNH, John Deere and Liebherr, to over 1 million impulse cycles, our Dunlop Hiflex range is tested under the toughest conditions. It’s widely recognised that our products are some of the most reliable flexible and robust available for purchase anywhere in the world.
Coupled with our CNC tube bending capabilities, we can offer port-to-port, non-leak hydraulic systems, with a warranty package on all products.
MEOX
Dennis Eagle Elite+ Chassis with an Olympus Narrow Body, with MEOX 350 Bar 4SP products from Dunlop Hiflex.
Platinum Supplier Status by Dennis Eagle
100% ON TIME, IN-FULL (OTIF) DELIVERY
INDUSTRY-LEADING PPK QUALITY PERFORMANCE
TECHNICAL COLLABORATION We are delighted to be awarded
Our partnership with Dennis Eagle
Dennis Eagle is a leading UK manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles, recognised globally for engineering excellence, innovation, and reliability.
As a critical supplier to local authorities and waste management operators, Dennis Eagle demands consistently high standards across quality, delivery, and technical performance.
Our relationship with Dennis Eagle is built on those same principles, and in 2025, it reached a significant milestone.
Platinum Supplier Status Achieved
MEOX is proud to have achieved Platinum Supplier Status with Dennis Eagle, the highest level of supplier recognition. This status was earned through: 100% On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery
Industry-leading PPK quality performance Technical Collaboration.
Beyond delivery and quality metrics, our partnership has focused on continuous improvement and technical collaboration:
Our technical team fully reclassified and updated all drawings, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and alignment with current specifications
A full application review was completed to ensure the right hose is used for the right application, reducing unnecessary cost while maintaining performance and reliability.
What Dennis Eagle Say About Working
With MEOX
“MEOXhaveconsistentlysupportedDennisEaglewith dependablesupplyandstrongdeliveryperformance. Communicationisclear,leadtimesaremanagedwell, andtheteamrespondsquicklywhenprioritiesshift. It’sapartnershipbuiltonreliabilityandtrust.”
CHRIS
BENTON Head of Procurement and Supply Chain
“The MEOX team take a practical, solutions-focused approach. Whether it’s supporting changes, responding to issues, or improving consistency, they work well with our engineering function and maintain a clear focus on doing things right.”
PRAGNESH DESAI Senior Hydraulic Systems Engineer
Pictured left to right: Chris Huffen, Group Performance Director; Chris Benton, Head of Procurement and Supply Chain at Dennis Eagle; and Finn Grew, Group Key Account Manager.
HYDRAULIC HOSE PERFORMANCE IN REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLES
Project Overview
Refuse collection vehicles operate in demanding municipal environments where hydraulic systems work continuously throughout the day. From bin lifts and compaction systems to body tipping functions, hydraulic hoses play a critical role in maintaining safe and reliable vehicle operation.
These vehicles typically operate in stop-start urban conditions,
Factors for Consideration
Bend Radius
Hydraulic systems in refuse vehicles are often tightly packaged around lifting arms, compaction rams and articulated mechanisms.
Selecting hose with an appropriate bend radius allows natural flex during operation while avoiding excessive stress within the reinforcement layers. Flexible, compact hose constructions can simplify installation and improve long-term reliability.
creating frequent hydraulic cycling and pressure variation. Combined with exposure to road debris, contamination and harsh weather, this creates a challenging environment for hydraulic components.
Correct hose specification, routing and protection are essential to maximise reliability and service life in these high-duty mobile applications.
Typical considerations include:
Continuous hydraulic cycling during collection routes
High pressure and impulse loads
Exposure to abrasion and contamination
Tight hose routing within compact vehicle structures
Hose Length
Hydraulic hoses naturally expand under pressure and contract when pressure is released. In mobile equipment where movement is constant, correct hose length and routing are essential.
Excess hose can increase the risk of abrasion or snagging, while hoses that are too short may experience tension during operation. Well-designed assemblies allow controlled movement and help reduce premature wear.
Impulse
Refuse collection vehicles can perform thousands of hydraulic cycles during a single route. Each lift or compaction cycle creates impulse pressure spikes that place repeated stress on hose assemblies.
Selecting hose designed for high impulse resistance helps improve durability and reduces fatigue-related failures.
Environment
Municipal vehicles operate in challenging environments where hoses may be exposed to:
Road debris and mechanical abrasion
Chemicals and road salts
Extreme weather conditions
Regular wash-down and cleaning processes
Using hoses with durable outer covers and appropriate protection can significantly extend service life.
Contact Technical Support
0345 512 0175
info@meox.co.uk
BIOTECH HOSE
SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR TOP PERFORMANCE AND COMPATIBILITY WITH BIODEGRADABLE HYDRAULIC OILS
Suitable for applications using conventional hydraulic oils, lubricants, antifreeze solutions air and water.
EXTREME BEND RADIUS & FLEXIBILITY
BioTech Evolution features unprecedented bend radius - up to 60% improvement on ISO 18752 and SAE 100 requirements.
Bend Radius
Standard ISO 18752 and SAE 100R
60% Bend Improvement
Heavy Duty
Fire Resistant
Long Service Life
COMPACT DESIGN
Compact and extremely flexible construction will allow effortless flexing in operation and during installation. Specially designed for long service life in very demanding applications where a compact design and high pulsating pressure and tight bend radius are required.
HIGH ABRASION & FIRE RESISTANCE
Minetuff cover is specially designed for heavy duty mining, forestry, construction, oil & gas applications where MSHA fire resistance, long service life and best performance are fundamental.
Business Update
We’re proud to spotlight a recent addition to the team who has quickly made a strong impact on our operational and commercial success.
Chris Huffen GROUP PERFORMANCE DIRECTOR
Chris joined the group to support growth across UK Hose and MEOX, bringing over 14 years of experience in professional services and customer-focused environments, as well as a fresh perspective from outside the engineering industry.
He is focused on building strong relationships with both existing and new customers, ensuring we understand their needs and
Sustainability in Action
We’re making changes that matter:
Our fleet’s been upgraded to reduce CO2 emissions.
deliver a consistently high level of service. Chris takes a practical, hands-on approach, working closely with customers to support their requirements, improve communication, and help identify opportunities for long-term value.
You’ll often find Chris out meeting customers and getting to know their operations, so feel free to reach out and start a conversation.
We’ve streamlined our delivery systems - fewer trips, smarter routes, better planning.
And we’ve switched to reusable packaging, so your orders arrive without the waste.
Practical steps. Real impact. More to come.
ISO Certification
We’re proud to share that MEOX has successfully maintained our ISO certification, with no major or minor findings, reaffirming our commitment to quality, consistency, and operational excellence.
For our customers and partners, this means continued confidence in the standards behind every product we deliver. As an OEM supplier, we understand that our processes and performance directly impact your own. Which is why we remain focused on meeting the highest internationally recognised benchmarks.
Maintaining our ISO certification reflects: Robust quality management systems
Consistent and reliable manufacturing processes
Continuous improvement across our operations
A strong focus on customer satisfaction.
This achievement is a testament to our dedicated team and our commitment to delivering dependable, high-quality solutions you can trust.
Built for Growth: Capacity, Capability, and Investment
As demand continues to grow, we’ve made significant investments to ensure we can support more customers without compromising on quality or service. Through ongoing and planned investment, we have strengthened our capability through:
New automatic hose cutter machine
New 10,000 sq feet warehouse facility
An expanded production area to increase throughput and flexibility
These investments give us the capacity and capability to take on new customers, higher volumes, and more complex assemblies, while maintaining the high standards our partners expect.
We’re ready for growth, and ready to support yours.
Stay Connected with MEOX
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Project updates and behind-the-scenes insights
Real customer stories and feedback
Technical problem-solving in action
News on capability, investment, and growth
It’s where we showcase how we work and what customers say about partnering with us.
Did You Know? MEOX Also Delivers Complete Hydraulic Solutions
While many customers know MEOX for hydraulic hose assemblies, our HYDROX division supports the design and supply of complete hydraulic systems and components.
Working closely with OEM engineering teams, we help with:
System design and specification
Component selection and optimisation
Hose routing and assembly integration
Pumps, motors and valve integration
Through HYDROX we supply key hydraulic components, working with leading manufacturers such as Stucchi and Sun Hydraulics.
From initial design to final assembly, MEOX and HYDROX can support the complete hydraulic solution.
Two ways to see what makes MEOX different:
1
Book a tour of our production facility
Visit our Ipswich facility and see for yourself why OEMs partner with us. Walk the manufacturing floor, meet the engineering team, bring your toughest hydraulic challenge, and let’s solve it together over a coffee. You'll leave with a clear understanding of our capabilities, and probably a few ideas for your current projects.
2
Request technical & engineering design support
Our technical team offers a free application review to help ensure your hose assemblies are correctly specified and performing as they should.
Whether you’re working on a new design or reviewing an existing setup, we can help identify opportunities to improve routing, optimise hose selection, and reduce unnecessary wear or cost.
Scan the QR code to book a tour, send your RFQ, or contact us directly at josh@meox.co.uk
