Hydraulic pumps are used in hydraulic drive systems. Hydraulic pumps are powered by pressured hydraulic fluid and mechanical energy, and deliver high-pressure fluid flow to the pump outlet.
There are several different types of hydraulic pumps on the market, depending on your needs. You may select hand pumps, foot pumps, piston pumps or gear pumps.
1. Learn the difference between different types of hydraulic pumps.
2. Buy the right kind of hydraulic pump for your business.
3. Arrange for a solid and reputable hydraulic pump repair company to service your equipment.
Find hydraulic pump manufacturers
There are dozens of hydraulic pump suppliers available. Most have their products and services listed right on their websites.
I recommend: Determine what kind of hydraulic pump to use at
Star Hydraulics.
Grainger Industrial sells all kinds of hydraulic pumps including electric hydraulic pumps and hydraulic hand pumps. You'll also find a hydraulic foot pump.
Choose a hydraulic hand pump or hydraulic foot pump
Hydraulic hand and foot pumps come with a lever or handle attached to the pump. These pumps typically have 1,000-40,000 p.s.i. operating pressure.
I recommend: Canyon Engineering Products serves the aerospace industry. They sell a hydraulic hand pump that has 3,000 p.s.i. output pressure. Check out
Western FluiDyne's selection of hydraulic pumps.
American Lab & Systems specializes in new, used and custom hydraulic pumps.
Buffalo Hydraulic may have the air hydraulic pump for you with many varieties from 1,000 to 10,000 p.s.i. operating pressure.
Buy hydraulic piston pumps and plunger pumps
Hydraulic pumps and plunger pumps are reciprocating pumps. They move media through a chamber using a piston or plunger. Steam power, hydraulic, pneumatic or electric drive actuates the piston or plunger.
I recommend: Most hydraulic pump manufacturers sell piston pumps and plunger pumps.
Kawasaki Hydraulics sells axial piston pumps.
Sunfab North America stocks high quality hydraulic pumps and motors.
Use hydraulic gear pumps for a wide range of work
Choose a hydraulic gear pump to handle material, for agricultural, and for paving and construction jobs. The hydraulic pump has maximum working pressure and high-speed positioning.
I recommend: Haldex Hydraulic Systems sells several kinds of hydraulic gear pumps that are made of strong and durable materials and can be used for multiple applications.
Cole-Palmer sells hydraulic gear pumps, ranging in price from $500 to $2500.
Find a hydraulic pump repair service
Repair services repair, rebuild and calibrate used hydraulic equipment. Technicians focus on hydraulic pumps and valves, motors, cylinders, rams, jacks, hydraulic machines and hydraulic power units.
I recommend: Nova Hydraulics specializes in hydraulic pump repair. They focus on repair, testing, and diagnostics.
Hydra Service specializes in air hydraulic pump repair. The company promises to have fast turn-around and offers a warranty.