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At HL Hydraulics’ cylinder facility, new rods are machined daily to replace those that are scratched, dented, or bent. In…

A hydraulic cylinder is pushed to its limits in demanding environments—like mining sites—where it’s exposed to heavy loads, dirt, and…

Broken hydraulic cylinders can often reveal valuable information about how they’ve been used—just by examining the type of damage. In…

Honing removes material from the inner surface of the pipe by grinding it in a rotating motion with abrasive stones….

Proactive hydraulic cylinder maintenance saves money and boosts operational efficiency The hydraulic cylinder plays a key role in any heavy-duty…

Do you have a broken hydraulic cylinder in stock? Here’s how to get it back into working order. During use,…

To improve customer service and reduce lead times, HL-Hydraulics has invested in a large stock of induction-hardened piston rod material,…

Learn how to assemble a hydraulic cylinder with our instructions Assembly of a hydraulic cylinder always begins with cleaning all…

How is a hydraulic cylinder tested? The purpose of testing a hydraulic cylinder is to verify the success of maintenance…

Choosing the right seal for your hydraulic cylinder The seals of a hydraulic cylinder play a crucial role in its…