Our mill duty cylinders are manufactured at our Alabama facility in Decatur.

Located in Decatur, Alabama, Yates Industries specializes in the design, manufacturing, and repair of custom mill duty hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. Our Alabama facility serves customers throughout North America with heavy-duty cylinder solutions engineered for some of the most demanding industrial applications.
Built to withstand extreme pressure, heavy loads, harsh environments, and continuous operation, Yates mill duty cylinders are trusted in steel mills, metal processing facilities, material handling systems, manufacturing plants, and other heavy industrial operations. We manufacture custom mill duty cylinders with bore sizes ranging from 1.5 inches to 50 inches and stroke lengths exceeding 300 inches to meet virtually any application requirement.
Whether you need a replacement cylinder, a custom-engineered solution, or expert repair services, our Alabama team has the experience and capabilities to deliver dependable performance and long service life.
A mill duty cylinder is a heavy-duty hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder specifically designed for demanding industrial applications where standard cylinders may not provide sufficient strength or durability. Mill duty cylinders feature robust construction, oversized components, heavy wall tubing, and reinforced designs that allow them to withstand extreme operating pressures, shock loads, high-cycle use, and harsh environments.
These cylinders are commonly used in steel mills, foundries, material handling equipment, mining operations, paper mills, manufacturing facilities, and other industries where equipment is subjected to severe operating conditions.
Compared to standard hydraulic cylinders, mill duty cylinders are built for maximum reliability, longer service life, and reduced maintenance requirements, making them an ideal choice for critical applications where downtime is costly.
The Yates MH Series Heavy Duty Hydraulic Mill Cylinder is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in the most demanding industrial environments. Designed for high-load applications and continuous-duty operation, these cylinders are built with heavy wall tubing, high-strength components, induction-hardened chrome-plated rods, and heavy-duty piston designs that provide outstanding durability and long-term reliability.
Our hydraulic mill cylinders are commonly used in steel production, forging operations, material handling systems, manufacturing equipment, and other applications where extreme loads and harsh operating conditions are present. Built to withstand demanding production schedules, the MH Series provides the strength and performance required for critical industrial operations.
The Yates MP Series Heavy Duty Pneumatic Mill Cylinder is designed to meet the rigorous demands of mill duty pneumatic applications. Built with heavy-duty construction and engineered for reliable performance, the MP Series provides a durable pneumatic solution for industrial operations requiring high force, long service life, and dependable operation.
These pneumatic mill cylinders are ideal for manufacturing, material handling, steel processing, and other industrial applications where compressed air is preferred over hydraulic power. Designed for strength and longevity, the MP Series delivers consistent performance in challenging operating environments.
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