F Bamford (Instruments) Ltd

Frank Smith was the designer of the flow switch during the Second World War. It was produced as a way of guarding large Mirrlees diesel engines against a loss of cooling water.

A range of additional flow instrumentation products were designed and added to the portfolio with temperature, pressure and level devices all manufactured to the same rugged specification. A flameproof range was also designed for use in coal mines and petro-chemical installations.

Our flow instrumentation products today include: mechanical and electronic flowmeters, flow, temperature, pressure and level switches, flow indicators and sight glasses, exhaust gas temperature monitoring systems, fibre optics shaft wear gauges.

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  1. Flowmeters

    Flowmeters

    Flowmeters to specification - inventers of the Flowswitch

  2. Flow Meters

    Flow Meters

    Bespoke Flow Meters - please contact us to discuss

  3. Flow Switch

    Flow Switch
    At Bamford (Instruments) Ltd, we offer high-quality flow switches. Designed by Frank Smith during the Second World War, the flow switch was subcontracted to F. Bamford & Co Ltd In 1947. With our exceptional flow switch options, we service a diverse range of companies in numerous industries, including marine, MoD, mining, and petrochemical. For more information, visit our website.
  4. Series AJ ELECTRIC FLOW INDICATORS

    Series AJ ELECTRIC FLOW INDICATORS
    At J Bamford, we offer a wide range of industrial instrument solutions that cater for all of your needs and requirements.

    The Bamford Ajax series of Electrical Flow Indicators allow you to automatically control and protect both machinery and plant. Available in both single and double switchbox models, this product is both versatile and functional.

    With a carefully designed flow indicator, this product will provide an instant alert if a failure or change of flow occurs within a liquid circuit.

    If you require any further information about the Series AJ Electric Flow Indicators, or any of our related products, please do not hesitate to contact us.
  5. Series AJ INDUSTRIAL MINIATURE FLOW SWITCH

    Series AJ INDUSTRIAL MINIATURE FLOW SWITCH
    Here at F Bamford, we specialise in providing an extensive range of industrial switch products and services to meet all of your needs.

    The Bamford Ajax AJ series of Miniature Flow Indicators allow the automatic control of machinery, where it is necessary to monitor low flows of cooling water and lubricating oils. With high quality, gun metal bodies and armoured glass windows, these models are highly efficient and durable.

    With a switching range of 1.0 - 22.5 L.P.M and a maximum working pressure of 20 Bar.G, this miniature flow switch is factory set but also field adjustable.

    If you require any further information about the Series AJ Industrial Miniature Flow Switch, or any of our related products, please do not hesitate to contact us.
  6. Series AJ INDUSTRIAL PRESSURE SWITCH

    Series AJ INDUSTRIAL PRESSURE SWITCH
    At F Bamford, we are highly experienced in delivering a wide range of industrial instrument solutions to meet all of your needs and expectations.

    The Bamford Ajax AJ series of Industrial Pressure Switches has been expertly designed in order to deliver automatic machinery control, when it is necessary to monitor the pressure in pipes and tanks. These switches have a range of applications including hydraulic power packs, compressor cooling water circuits, and lubricating oil lines and reservoirs.

    For further information about the Series AJ Industrial Pressure Switch, or any of our extensive range of products, please do not hesitate to contact us.
  7. Series AJ INDUSTRIAL TEMPERATURE SWITCH

    Series AJ INDUSTRIAL TEMPERATURE SWITCH
    Here at F Bamford, we provide a wide range of switch solutions to meet all of your needs and requirements.

    The Bamford Ajax AJ series of Industrial Temperature Switches enables the automatic control of industrial equipment that involves the monitoring of the temperature of lubricating oil and cooling water circuits. The product is effective at temperatures ranging from 40 degrees Celsius 90 degrees Celsius.

    Made from bronze, these industrial temperature switches are extremely durable and are weather, vibration and shock resistant.

    If you require any additional information about the Series AJ Industrial Temperature Switch, please do not hesitate to contact us.
  8. Series CMS MECHANICAL FLOWMETERS

    Series CMS MECHANICAL FLOWMETERS
    At F Bamford, we supply a vast collection of industrial equipment that meets a wide variety of requirements.

    The Series CMS Mechanical Flowmeter delivers highly accurate measurements of liquids, even within harsh and difficult environments. Manufactured from non-ferrous materials, the flowmeter is suitable for most liquids including sea water and oil. With their compact design, the product can be mounted in any attitude and will perform efficiently. This product has undergone extensive testing by the Royal Navy and are used within the chilled water systems of many of the Navy's ships. With this in mind, you can be confident that it will be highly efficient and effective.

    If you require any further information about our range of products, including the Series CMS Mechanical Flowmeters, please do not hesitate to contact us.
  9. Series XP FLAMEPROOF ELECTRIC FLOW INDICATORS

    Series XP FLAMEPROOF ELECTRIC FLOW INDICATORS
    At F Bamford, we are highly experienced in the delivery of a wide range of industrial instrument solutions.

    The Bamford Ajax XP series of Flameproof Electric Flow Indicators facilitates the automatic control of machinery within potentially hazardous areas. Robust and durable, this product has been expertly developed in order to meet the demands of petro-chemical, off-shore, and mining environments.

    Constructed from highly resilient materials, the flameproof electric flow indicator caters for the majority of liquids and is both shock and vibration resistant.

    For additional information about our range of products, including the Series XP Flameproof Electric Flow Indicators, please do not hesitate to contact us.
  10. Series XP FLAMEPROOF FLOAT LEVEL ALARM

    Series XP FLAMEPROOF FLOAT LEVEL ALARM
    The Bamford Ajax XP series of Flameproof Float Level Alarm Switches monitors machinery for dangerously high or low liquid levels in tanks, containers, or reservoirs in the hazardous environments often found within the petro-chemical, offshore, and mining industries.

    With all-metal wetted parts, the flameproof float level alarm is compatible with the majority of liquids. The model is highly versatile and can be provided in either a synthetic or stainless steel float and lever arm in order to meet your requirements.

    For further information about our Series XP Flameproof Float Level Alarm, or any of our related products, please do not hesitate to contact us.