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Aftermarket Bobcat Cylinders December 2, 2020 March 18, 2026

How to Troubleshoot a Snow Plow Hydraulic Cylinder

It is that time of year again. Winter is here. It is unavoidable, often inciting chaos depending on how...
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Hydraulic Cylinder Component Parts November 11, 2020 March 18, 2026

When Should You Change Your Hydraulic Filters?

No matter your project or industry, your hydraulic system is able to run thanks to the efforts of hydraulic...
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Custom Hydraulic Cylinders October 28, 2020 February 5, 2026

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...
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How To Series October 14, 2020 February 5, 2026

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...
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How To Series September 30, 2020 February 5, 2026

How to Troubleshoot Hydraulic Cylinder Drift

High-performance and ruggedness are associated with desirable traits in a hydraulic cylinder. Meeting the industrial demands and rigors of...
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Aftermarket Bobcat Cylinders September 16, 2020 February 4, 2026

Bobcat Hydraulic Cylinder Replacement Cylinder Advantages

Replacing your Bobcat® cylinder? You’ve come to the right place. Choosing between aftermarket and OEM Bobcat hydraulic cylinders isn’t...
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How To Series September 2, 2020 February 5, 2026

How to Troubleshoot Hydraulic Cylinder Failure

You and your fleet are hard at work when disaster strikes—hydraulic cylinder failure. Hydraulic cylinder troubleshooting is a fundamental...
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How To Series August 19, 2020 February 5, 2026

Installing a New Hydraulic Cylinder

This how-to guide provides an overview of the steps needed for replacing a hydraulic cylinder, including prep work, removing your...
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Yellow Hydraulic Cylinder with Fluid
How To Series August 4, 2020 March 18, 2026

Avoiding Hydraulic Fluid Contamination

With 75% to 80% of hydraulic system failures stemming from fluid contamination, the importance of avoiding hydraulic fluid contamination...
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How To Series July 21, 2020 March 18, 2026

Temperature Stability in Hydraulic Systems

To elicit optimal hydraulic cylinder performance, it is necessary to have temperature stability through all lubricating and hydraulic fluids....
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How To Series July 8, 2020 August 22, 2025

When to Replace Your Hydraulic Cylinder

The eternal question. . . replace or repair? Given enough time, money, and knowledge, any mechanical device can be...
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Aftermarket Bobcat Cylinders April 23, 2020 February 4, 2026

Hydraulic Cylinder Featured Products Catalog – Spring 2020

Stay informed with our new Spring featured products cylinder catalog. You’ll find select cylinder inventory spotlighted for your convenience. ...
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Replacement SAT Dump Hoist Cylinder
How To Series August 26, 2019 August 22, 2025

How To: Parker® Single-Acting Telescopic Cylinder Reseal Procedure

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve1ZsC1aa8EVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Parker Single-Acting Telescopic Cylinder Reseal Procedure (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve1ZsC1aa8E) In this video, you...
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Custom Hydraulic Cylinders May 15, 2019 August 22, 2025

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...
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Partnership February 1, 2018 August 22, 2025

A Commitment to Excellence: Hockey and Hydraulic Cylinders

On the surface, it may seem that hockey and hydraulic cylinders don’t have much in common. One thing we...
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Industries January 1, 2018 August 22, 2025

Hydraulic Cylinders for Mobile Construction Equipment

At Hydraulic Cylinders Inc. we work diligently to ensure the hydraulic cylinders we develop are appropriate for the intended...
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How To Series May 9, 2017 February 5, 2026

Inspecting Your Hydraulic Cylinder

Hydraulic Cylinders are used in challenging environments that cause additional wear and tear on the cylinder and components. Following...
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Aftermarket Bobcat Cylinders January 10, 2017 August 22, 2025

Bobcat: A Half Century of Leadership and Innovation

For more than 50 years, Bobcat Company® has built compact equipment that helps you work more efficiently, and effectively....
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Industries November 28, 2016 September 12, 2025

Using Hydraulics to Explore the Depths of the Sea

Monterrey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is the world center for advanced research and education in ocean science and...
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How To Series October 4, 2016 February 4, 2026

What type of hydraulic cylinder should I use in my application?

Choosing a hydraulic cylinder for your operations can be challenging. There are several types of hydraulic cylinders available today,...
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