HYDRAFORCE HYDRAULICS LIMITED

Company Information

Company Number
02286591
Registered Address
Advanced Manufacturing Hub, 250 Aston Hall Road, Birmingham, England, B6 7FE
Status
Active
Employee Count
628.0
Turnover
138631000.0
EBITDA
12388000.0

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
12 August 1988
Nature of Business
28120 - Manufacture of fluid power equipment
Industries
0
Region
West Midlands

Company Location

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Financial Metrics

Cash
£7,654,000.00
Net Worth
£50,096,000.00
Total Current Assets
£57,952,000.00
Total Current Liabilities
£18,354,000.00
Reporting Period
2023-07-01 to 2023-12-31Filed: 2024-01-31

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
64 days
Shortest Period:31 days
Longest Period:62 days
Max Contractual:92 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
12%
31-60 Days
43%
After 60 Days
45%
Not Paid Within Terms34%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Performance Reports History

Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20246412%43%45%34%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202313 Jul 2023638%42%50%16%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202231 Jan 2023688%34%58%60%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20226611%36%53%57%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202131 Jan 20224613%79%8%14%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202122 Jul 20214920%70%10%17%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202026 Jan 20214524%64%12%32%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202023 Jul 20204815%65%20%45%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201927 Jan 20204325%61%14%49%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201911 Jul 20195223%46%31%46%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201830 Jan 20196211%38%51%63%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 2018598%45%47%65%

Company Summary

Hydraforce Hydraulics Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of hydraulic valves and control solutions

The company was founded in 1985 and has since grown to become a leading supplier in the hydraulic industry

The company's main focus is on providing high-quality and innovative products to its customers

They offer a wide range of hydraulic valves, including directional, proportional, and pressure control valves

These valves are used in various industries such as agriculture, construction, and mining

In addition to their products, Hydraforce Hydraulics Limited also has a strong commitment to sustainability

They have implemented a sustainability program that focuses on reducing their environmental impact and promoting responsible business practices

This includes using eco-friendly materials in their products, reducing energy consumption, and minimizing waste

The key people at Hydraforce Hydraulics Limited include the managing director, David Scammell, and the sales director, Mike Elwell

Both have extensive experience in the hydraulic industry and are dedicated to driving the company's success

For those interested in learning more about Hydraforce Hydraulics Limited, their website is www.hydraforce.com

Their registered office address is located in Birmingham, UK, but they also have manufacturing facilities in other countries such as the USA, China, and Brazil

In summary, Hydraforce Hydraulics Limited is a reputable company that offers high-quality hydraulic valves and solutions while also prioritizing sustainability and responsible business practices

Their experienced team, innovative products, and commitment to sustainability make them a top choice for customers in need of hydraulic solutions

Company Review

Trend Analysis

The average time taken for HYDRAFORCE HYDRAULICS LIMITED to pay invoices has fluctuated over the past three periods, with a slight decrease in 2021 and a slight increase in 2022. Overall, the trend has remained relatively stable with an average time to pay of 59 days in 2018 and 63 days in 2023.

Volatility Analysis

The volatility of HYDRAFORCE HYDRAULICS LIMITED's payment habits can be seen in the significant changes in their percentage of invoices paid within 30 days and those paid later than 60 days. In 2018, only 8% of invoices were paid within 30 days, but this increased to 25% in 2019 before dropping again to 13% in 2021. Similarly, the percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days increased from 47% in 2018 to 58% in 2022 before decreasing to 45% in 2023.

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The majority of the payment terms contained within the MRP system are 'either' 31 days from End of Month (38% of vendors) and 62 days from End of Month (62% of vendors). This means that an invoice dated/received on the 1st day of the month could take upto 62 days for payment for 31 days EoM vendors or 92 days for payment for 62 days EoM vendors. The main invoice payment run is the final week of the Month paying all invoices due at Month End. During the Reporting Period, invoices on Average were paid 8 days late.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No

Any other information about payment terms

At the 31 December, the Aged Listing by vendor was very clean. From approximately 1,838 invoices on the Listing only 11% were overdue. These invoices would have been paid during January 2024.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

92

Dispute Resolution Process

Hydraforce is committed to paying all of its suppliers to the terms agreed. All concerns or complaints regarding the non-payment of an invoice should be initially directed to UKAccountsPayable@Hydraforce.com along with a copy of the invoice/(s) in question. Please ensure you also ‘cc’ your Purchasing Representative in the e-mail as they are responsible for the resolution of all queries (including Price, Quantity and Quality). If you are unsure who your Purchasing Representative is, it is normally the person who submitted the Purchase Order to your Company. Accounts Payable will liaise with Purchasing in an attempt to ensure all invoice queries are resolved in a timely manner. We endeavour to resolve all queries within two weeks, however, if you feel you are not being treated fairly, you should contact the Financial Controller. Alternatively contact Accounts Payable on 0121 333 1800 pressing 2 when prompted.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available