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  • HVM re-branded as Via Mechanics Ltd

    HVM re-branded as Via Mechanics Ltd

      The Longreach Group bought out HVM (and subsequently ABL).

  • HVM own 100% of ABL

    HVM own 100% of ABL

    In 2010 eventually Hitachi Via Mechanics owned 100% of ABL after the third shareholder returned in 2010.

  • Air Bearings Limited (ABL)

    In 1996 Air Bearings Limited (ABL) was born. Two out of the three partners chose to relinquish their share leaving the third shareholder in partnership with HVM.

  • HVM Purchase Share

      In 1996 Precise Air Bearings caught the attention of Hitachi Via Mechanics (HVM) who were so impressed with their proven ability to supply quality air bearing solutions, they purchased a share in the company. It was at this time two out of the three partners chose to relinquish their…

  • Precise Air Bearings

    Precise Air Bearings

    Founded in 1993 as Precise Air Bearings. ABL was a joint venture between three partners.