Category: Cylinders

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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...

Hydraulic Cylinder Guide: Sizing a Replacement

June 8th, 2022
| Cylinders

There are countless sizes and types of hydraulic cylinders, which is why it’s important to size them before purchasing a replacement. If you’re not fa...

Hydraulic Cylinder Guide: Seal Kits

June 8th, 2022
| Cylinders

Hydraulic cylinder seal kits are used to close gaps between components in hydraulic cylinders. Closing these gaps is essential because seals are respo...

How Long Does It Take to Rebuild a Hydraulic Cylinder?

March 31st, 2022
| Cylinders

It can take anywhere from 2-5 days to repair or rebuild a hydraulic cylinder. Sometimes, it can even take a full week. It all depends on what damage t...

What Are the Different Types of Hydraulic Cylinders?

March 31st, 2022
| Cylinders

Many industries rely on the benefits that hydraulic cylinders provide. In addition to powering machines that are needed for difficult tasks, these cyl...

damaged and dirty hydraulic cylinder before being rebuilt

How Much Does It Cost to Rebuild a Hydraulic Cylinder?

January 12th, 2022
| Cylinders

If your hydraulic cylinder has failed, you’re likely asking yourself ‘how much does it cost to rebuild a hydraulic cylinder’? The answer depends on th...

What Is a Tandem Cylinder?

December 27th, 2021
| Cylinders

Tandem cylinders are very similar to hydraulic cylinders, which are powerful, yet simple machines that are found in numerous industrial and commercial...

Can Hydraulic Cylinders Be Repaired?

December 23rd, 2021
| Cylinders

Hydraulic cylinders are both powerful and reliable, but can also break down or wear out over time. Seal leakage, corrosion, and piston damage are some...

Industrial Pneumatic Cylinders

November 2nd, 2021
| Cylinders

What are Industrial Pneumatic Cylinders? Industrial Pneumatic Cylinders are a lower-cost alternative to hydraulic cylinders or similar industrial appl...