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  • The Importance of Hydraulic Filters: Keeping Your System Clean and Efficient

    Hydraulic systems are built for performance, but they’re also sensitive pieces of equipment. Contamination is one of the leading causes of hydraulic failure, and often it comes down to a small but mighty component: the hydraulic filter. At Neilson Hydraulics, we understand just how critical filtration is to system health. That’s why we supply high-quality filters from trusted names like Eaton and Hengst.

  • EATON FILTERS

    Neilson Hydraulics stocks and supplies Eaton (formerly Internormen) Filters and Replacement Filter Elements.

  • The Role of Hydraulic Accumulators in Industrial Systems

    In industrial hydraulic systems, maintaining consistent pressure and managing energy efficiently are crucial for optimal performance. Hydraulic accumulators play a vital role in achieving these goals by storing energy and smoothing out pressure fluctuations. By acting as energy reservoirs, accumulators contribute to the overall reliability and efficiency of hydraulic systems across various applications.

  • Custom-Built Hydraulic Power Packs

    Hydraulic power packs serve as the backbone of various hydraulic applications, providing the necessary power to drive hydraulic cylinders, motors, and other components. While standard hydraulic power packs can meet general requirements, many applications demand tailored solutions that optimize performance and efficiency. This is where custom-built hydraulic power packs come into play.

  • YOUR HYDRAULIC PEOPLE

    Neilson Hydraulics is a highly technical and innovative hydraulic company that offers a range of hydraulic products and components, built on over 30 years of expertise. We have a strong technical team that specialises in the design, build, manufacture, service, installation and commissioning of hydraulic systems and hydraulic power packs, from concept to completion. We have strong technical abilities in CAD, SolidWorks, system controls and hydraulic circuit design.
  • Proportional Valves: The Key to Precision Control in Hydraulics

    Proportional valves play a critical role in achieving this, enabling the smooth and controlled regulation of flow, pressure, and direction of hydraulic fluid. Unlike traditional on/off directional valves, proportional valves allow for variable control, making them indispensable in a wide range of applications where fine-tuned adjustments are required.

  • The Neilson Hydraulics Approach to Bespoke Hydraulic Systems

    With over 30 years of expertise, our team brings a wealth of knowledge and innovative solutions to deliver custom hydraulic systems that enhance performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.

  • HENGST

    HENGST offers a complete range of high-tech filters and filter elements that satisfy the highest standards. You will find the matching solution for all your filtration needs, from hydraulic fluids and lubrication oils to industrial fluids and gases. Neilson Hydraulics is a HENGST UK distributor. At Neilson Hydraulics we stock and supply HENGST Inline Filters, Breathing Filters, Tank Mounted Filters, Duplex Filters/Inline Filters Switchable, Suction & Spin-On Filters and Filter Elements.
  • Hydraulic Cylinders: Types, Applications, and How They Work

    Hydraulic cylinders play a vital role in hydraulic systems by providing the linear motion and force required for many industrial and mobile applications. Hydraulic cylinders convert hydraulic energy into mechanical movement from heavy construction machinery to manufacturing equipment.

  • The Role of System Controls in Optimizing Hydraulic Performance

    In the world of hydraulics, system controls play an essential role in ensuring that hydraulic systems operate efficiently, safely, and reliably. As hydraulic systems become more complex, the need for sophisticated control mechanisms to manage the flow, pressure, and direction of hydraulic fluid has grown. Without the right control systems in place, even the most well-designed hydraulic setups can suffer from inefficiencies, unpredictable performance, or mechanical failures.

  • POWER PACKS / HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

    Neilson Hydraulics specialises in designing and manufacturing an extensive range of Hydraulic Power PACKS. We have been designing, building, installing and commissioning hydraulic power units for over 30 years, covering a wide range of applications across a variety of sectors.We manufacture custom-made hydraulic power units than can be built strictly in accordance with client specifications. We are able to provide you with a complete hydraulic solution from concept to completion. We can provide repeat hydraulic power units, as well as hydraulic power units for specialist projects.

  • What to Consider When Designing a Hydraulic Power Pack

    Hydraulic power packs are essential for generating and controlling hydraulic energy in a wide range of industrial and mobile applications. Whether for operating machinery, lifting systems, or running complex hydraulic circuits, a well-designed power pack ensures efficient and reliable performance. The design process, however, requires careful attention to various factors to meet specific operational requirements.