For many types of equipment, standard hydraulic cylinders will be available in the size, type and action required by an OEM company. However, with new equipment designs, for prototypes and for unique applications it may be necessary to find a company to manufacturing custom hydraulic cylinders to your specifications.
Finding the right company to complete this job is important. Not all manufacturers have the ability or the experience to handle orders for unique hydraulic cylinders, complete the design and development process and then also provide the manufacturing and testing services necessary.
Below are four important considerations when selecting a company to complete the design and manufacturing of custom hydraulic cylinders. Compare the information from the companies on your short list to determine which offers the best quality, product, delivery time and the best price.
Production Capabilities
Production capabilities include every step of the process from design to the final painting of custom hydraulic cylinders. Working with a company that has the ability to manage the order from inception to completion is not only more effective and efficient, but it also assists in making sure the order is completed on time and on budget.
Experience and Expertise
There is no substitute for experience and expertise in the field of production of custom hydraulic cylinders. By working with a company with decades of experience you will have lower waste, lower rejections of cylinders due to manufacturing issues, and the confidence to know that the company has a top reputation.
Look carefully at the company’s ability to complete quality control testing of the cylinders throughout the process. This will be another component of both the capabilities of the company as well as their experience.
Location
There are very few manufacturers of custom hydraulic cylinders that have a true global presence. These few companies have manufacturing facilities in areas of the world where transportation, agricultural and heavy equipment manufacturing are major industries.
By choosing a company with locations in the United States, Europe and Asia, you have the ability to reduce shipping costs and to decrease shipping times.
While price will be a factor when choosing a company to manufacture the custom hydraulic cylinders, it should not be the sole determining factor. Remember, high volume manufacturers with cutting-edge technology and the most trained staff are often able to offer highly competitive prices because they have the ability to keep their manufacturing costs low.
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