Turning your engineering ideas into prosperous and pioneering solutions.
DESIGN
Leverage 100 years of hydraulic systems and design expertise. Our mission is to transform your ideas and objectives into viable, market-leading, cost-effective solutions that deliver. Day in. Day out.
COLLABORATION
Your success equals our success. We create hydraulic solutions that are innovative yet simple for our clients to interpret and follow – keeping the whole process as easy as possible for you.
CONSULTING
We can help with everything from pioneering innovations, prototyping and product and system re-designs to critical spares analysis, troubleshooting, equipment testing and repairs.
INTEGRITY
You’re in safe hands. We cannot shout about a lot of the work we do – much of our work is protected by Non-Disclosure Agreements. And that suits us. We always operate with trust, integrity and respect.
What our clients say:
Because Hydraulics Online is independent and not tied to any one manufacturer, I know that they are giving us the best solution and the best products for that solution. (UK original equipment manufacturer)
… a truly integrated hydraulics supplier – not just the sales extension of a larger company. (Adam Anyszewski, President, HypED – University of Edinburgh Hyperloop Team)
With Hydraulics Online we can react much faster to legislation and other change… and exploit market opportunities. (Leading UK materials-handling equipment provider)
… it has been a success: more power, speed and a quieter running system. (Marine services company)
From conception to commissioning; the process is transparent and straight-forward.
You will be assigned a dedicated design engineer, responsible for managing the design and project-build (or complex servicing request), from conception stage through to final commissioning and sign-off. The engineer will be accessible for regular progress meetings, ensuring that your brief is executed to your total satisfaction.
Meet our Senior Hydraulic Design Consultants
Our friendly and approachable staff will be on hand to offer a personal and professional advice throughout the design project.
It’s been a real pleasure dealing with Mark, Helen and the team at Hydraulics Online. They have been very accommodating throughout, giving expert advice backed up by full written technical specifications and, of course, helped us source the equipment. I have 100% trust in their work and project management, which makes my job a great deal easier, as I can fully focus on the bigger picture.
Mark Tonks
Mark is co-founder and managing director of Hydraulics Online. With over 30 years of industry experience, he’s built a global fluid power solutions business in Hydraulics Online – with highly skilled engineers and pioneering technical know-how at the forefront. Mark is renowned for his innovative and customer-centric solutions, and knows that attention to detail makes the difference between good hydraulic design and great design. What may seem trivial is often an opportunity to achieve something exceptional… even world class. consult@hydraulicsonline.com
Steve Chew
With 30 years of hydraulic engineering experience under his belt, Steve knows more than a thing or two about the industry. He started his career within a hose and fittings business before becoming a buyer specialising in hydraulic cylinders for a number of years before finally joining the Hydraulics Online team. Steve is a highly valued technical engineer with in-depth knowledge of hydraulic cylinders; both standard and custom-made. He’s also renowned for successfully sourcing even the rarest of parts. Let him take the pressure! consult@hydraulicsonline.com
You can also take advantage of our product-specific design services…
Explore our case studies >>
Lights, Camera, Action!
In live broadcasting, time is of the essence. In this case study we showcase how Hydraulics Online designed a ground-breaking hydraulic system that automatically keeps the camera crane level from one location to another. The power of hydraulics strikes again… We love bringing our customers' ideas to life with new hydraulic solutions. Meet Adrian. His [...]
Case Study: Heritage Concorde
Heritage Concorde’s dream of seeing the first UK Concorde “droop” her nose since 2003 came true with a helping hand from the team at Hydraulics Online and ‘Project Salute’. Concorde is widely regarded as the most significant, iconic supersonic aircraft in the history of aviation, so we feel particularly honoured to have been selected as [...]
Success Story: Materials Handling
Rather than carrying multiple spare parts, this materials handling equipment provider came to us to develop a solution that would work on any machine… A materials handling service solution provider, with an extensive hire fleet and field service vehicles and technicians, required assistance with designing some improved hydraulics solutions that would help it comply with […]
Our Clients
Your success equals our success. Since our earliest days, we’ve worked with businesses ranging from start-ups through to Fortune 500 companies delivering that same partnership approach, dedication and passion. Read all testimonials here.
