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  • 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.

  • The Key Role of the Des-Case Breather

    The Des-Case breather is an innovative contamination control solution designed to protect hydraulic systems by filtering out airborne contaminants and moisture from the surrounding environment. It is a specially designed filter that replaces standard breathers or caps on reservoirs, tanks, or other fluid storage containers. The breather prevents contaminants from entering the system while allowing the fluid to breathe and maintain proper pressure balance.

  • DES-CASE Breathers

    Desiccant Breathers are a vital step in contamination control. Studies have shown 50-70% of lubricant contamination can come from outside the equipment.


    As most machines are designed to 'breathe', protecting the source of air-flow from moisture and particulate contamination is vital. Des-Case Breathers attack the source of contamination, making the products an affordable and cost effective solution to extend lubricant life and to increase equipment productivity.