Category: Cylinders

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Maintenance Guide for Hydraulic Cylinders

December 30th, 2025
| Cylinders

Maintenance is the only way to prevent premature wear in hydraulic cylinders. Learn more about our recommended maintenance tasks.

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Best Safety Practices for Hydraulic Cylinders

December 1st, 2025
| Cylinders

Hydraulic cylinders are essential for many industrial applications, but can pose safety risks if not handled carefully. Learn more about best safety p...

5 Signs Your Hydraulic Cylinder Needs Immediate Repair

October 21st, 2025
| Cylinders

Hydraulic cylinder failure is costly, but can be prevented through routine inspections. Learn more about which signs to look out for during these insp...

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How Automation & Smart Manufacturing Are Changing Hydraulic Cylinder Demands

August 21st, 2025
| Cylinders

As the industry changes, so should the manufacturers. Learn how hydraulic cylinder manufacturers are responding to increasing automation demands. ...

Repair or Replace? How to Know What Your Hydraulic Cylinder Really Needs

July 21st, 2025
| Cylinders

In most cases, hydraulic cylinders can be repaired, but in some situations, a replacement might be the most cost-effective choice. Learn more.

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The Benefits of Sourcing Hydraulic Cylinders in the USA

May 7th, 2025
| Cylinders

Explore the benefits of partnering with a U.S.-based manufacturer like Yates Industries for your hydraulic cylinders.

5 Important Hydraulic Cylinder Rebuild Tips

January 31st, 2023
| Cylinders

Pressure drops, excessive leaking, visible fractures, cracks, or dents on the piston or piston rod, broken seals, or corrosion anywhere on the cylinde...

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Selecting an Industrial Hydraulic Cylinder Repair Shop

January 13th, 2023
| Cylinders

Heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders are constantly exposed to the elements and can sometimes break, crack, or fracture from repeated use. When that occurs,...

Hydraulic Cylinder Guide: Repacking a Hydraulic Cylinder

September 29th, 2022
| Cylinders

A hydraulic cylinder is an actuator that uses hydraulic fluid to move linearly and produce unidirectional force. These types of cylinders have a wide ...

Hydraulic Cylinder Guide: Identifying Parts of Hydraulic Cylinders

August 19th, 2022
| Cylinders

When one hydraulic cylinder part fails, it will usually impact the performance of other parts. That’s why all hydraulic cylinder repairs require a ful...

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Hydraulic Cylinder Guide: How to Size a Hydraulic Cylinder

July 12th, 2022
| Cylinders

Hydraulic machinery and equipment are the workhorse of many manufacturing, agricultural, construction, forestry, and mining industries. Knowing how to...

Hydraulic Cylinder Guide: Hydraulic Terminology

June 21st, 2022
| Cylinders

Check out our list of common hydraulic terminology used in the manufacturing, automotive, heavy equipment, aerospace, and construction industries. A-C...