Hydraulic and Pneumatic Equipment

Keep your business at the top of its game with pneumatic & hydraulic equipment

By Mary Beth Doyle
Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment uses fluid and air, respectively, to provide pressure measured in pounds per square inch, or psi. Both hydraulic and pneumatic equipment have their advantages and disadvantages. Because it uses air, pneumatic equipment is safe, easy to maintain and reliable. Hydraulic equipment uses an incompressible fluid, such as oil, allowing for much greater pressure and a quick release of pressure when the equipment is turned off. Overall, the amazing thing about both hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and tools is that the same job can usually be done more safely, with more power through smaller, lighter equipment.

From hydraulic pumps to pneumatic tamper equipment, there’s a wide range of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment available to help your company stay at the top of its game. When exploring your options for hydraulic and pneumatic equipment:

1. Weigh the benefits of buying new pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

2. Consider renting hydraulic pneumatic equipment.

3. Find reliable service companies for hydraulic equipment repair and pneumatic equipment repair.

 

Purchase pneumatic and hydraulic equipment

Over the years, the performance, sophistication and operating pressures of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment have steadily risen, causing older models to become obsolete or, at the very least, frustrating to use. Keep your equipment--and your business--firing on all cylinders by purchasing new pneumatic and hydraulic equipment from leading distributors.
Try: Jones Hydraulic Services is a great source for hydraulic pumps and other equipment. Ohio Transmission & Pump Company has a wide range of pneumatic equipment from top manufacturers.

Rent hydraulic and pneumatic equipment

If buying new hydraulic and pneumatic equipment just isn't in the budget right now, explore the many rental options available. Renting is also a great way for your employees to try out a variety of equipment to see what they like before the company invests in new pneumatic or hydraulic equipment.
Try: Check out Hydraulic Equipment Service, Inc., to rent hydraulic equipment such as hand and electric hydraulic pumps, hand jacks and cylinders. Pneumatic and Hydraulic Company provides rental options for equipment such as torque wrenches and gas booster systems.

Find pneumatic/hydraulic repair

Just like any equipment for your business, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment is bound to break down at some point. Find a pneumatic and hydraulic repair service company you like and trust, and schedule routine maintenance to keep equipment humming.
Try: Garrod Hydraulics, Inc., and Salem Hydraulics Company offer hydraulic equipment repair and remanufacturing services. Check out Omaha Pneumatic Equipment Company for 24-hour service on pneumatic equipment.

 

  • Be sure to stay on top of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment maintenance--it will save you tons of time and money down the line.