Considerations for Custom Telescopic Cylinder Design

Telescopic cylinders can be customized for a variety of industrial applications, fleets, and machinery. While designing your custom telescoping cylinder, it is essential to address your exact challenges to ensure optimal performance over long operational lifespans. Whether you have unique work requirements, specialized machinery, or simply require a non-standard solution, custom telescopic cylinders are your …

Which Hydraulic Aerial Lift is Best for My Job?

With so many configurations for aerial lifts available, it can be challenging to choose which equipment is best for your industrial job. Each hydraulic lift is suited to different applications, and by understanding the requirements and specifications of each, you can make the best selection for your intended use. Aerial Lifts Powered by Hydraulic Systems …

What is the Difference Between Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinders?

In the agricultural industry, pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders share similar purposes, functions, and components, leading to confusion about the difference between hydraulics and pneumatics. Both pneumatic cylinders and hydraulic cylinders exert force to create a desired effect, such as spinning, moving, pushing, or lifting. But, while they result in comparable outcomes, the cylinders contain many …

Rebuilding a Hydraulic Cylinder

Despite your best efforts to prevent hydraulic cylinder failure, a time may come when your cylinders stop working dependably. Signs of a failing hydraulic cylinder include a loss in performance, leaking, jerking movements, unusual noises or clangs, fluid contamination, excessive heat, and more. The best way to address these issues is through repairing, rebuilding, or …

How to Choose the Right Hydraulic Cylinder

You know you need a different or new hydraulic cylinder. But where do you begin? Choosing the right hydraulic cylinder requires knowing what type of cylinder is best suited for your application requirements. It also requires understanding the size and operating factors necessary for optimal performance. Choose the Right Hydraulic Cylinder that Meets Your Needs …

The Differences between Standard and Custom-Made Hydraulic Cylinders

The decision to purchase a standard, off-the-shelf hydraulic cylinder or design a custom-made hydraulic cylinder largely depends on your specification requirements and application needs. Off-the-shelf hydraulic cylinders are usually in-stock and ready to ship, making them a quick fix if your hydraulic system has failed to the point of no return. Custom hydraulic cylinders offer …

Choosing a Custom Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturer

Designing a custom hydraulic cylinder may seem like a daunting task, but with the right engineering team, you can create a hydraulic cylinder that can meet your application’s demands. Standard, general-use hydraulic cylinders are manufactured to be multi-purpose. While they may be constructed with decent materials, they may not be able to withstand the daily …

Build to Order: Benton Harbor Engineering & United Hydraulics

Hydraulic Cylinders Inc. offers direct replacement hydraulic cylinders for both Benton Harbor Engineering & United Hydraulics. The product line includes thousands of hydraulic cylinders and service parts. If you need a replacement cylinder or a service part from either of these former hydraulic cylinder manufacturers, Hydraulic Cylinders Inc. is your premium source. This means we …

Global Shield – Breathing Life Into Aging Cylinders

Global concerns about hazardous “coating difference” material is on the rise.  Manufacturers are searching for an affordable, alternative, corrosion-resistant technology that exceeds the performance of Engineered Hard Chrome (EHC) or Nitride (Ni) while matching or exceeding alternative high performance coatings. Parker Hannifin Corporation’s Global Shield coating is a highly engineered proprietary technology that has the …

Choosing the Correct Mounting Type for Your Hydraulic Cylinder

Improper cylinder mounting is a leading cause of sideloading, which contributes to premature wear and equipment downtime. Using the correct mounting type allows your cylinder to function correctly and efficiently and reduces misalignment issues and equipment failure. Mounting Types for Hydraulic Cylinders There are several mounting types for hydraulic cylinders. Before we go into how …