Foster Hydraulics
Custom hydraulic cylinder design, machining, and manufacturing for prototypes and production runs with exacting tolerances.
Established in 1983, Foster Hydraulics, Inc. is a family-owned business specializing in the design, machining, and manufacturing of hydraulic cylinders. The company serves clients who require cylinders for any application, from single prototypes to full production runs, emphasizing high-quality products with precise tolerances and prompt turnaround times.
Foster Hydraulics operates with comprehensive in-house capabilities, including full design and engineering services supported by computerization and modern machining equipment. This vertical integration allows the firm to maintain strict quality control over all cylinder components and ensure availability. The company's business model is centered on custom manufacturing, producing cylinders to meet exact client specifications at any stage of development.
Production capabilities include cylinders with bore diameters ranging from 2 to 16 inches and strokes up to 180 inches. The firm utilizes high-quality materials, such as ST52.3 grade barrel material and hard chrome-plated rods with 75,000 or 100,000 minimum yield, depending on customer requirements. Revenue is generated through the sale of these custom-manufactured hydraulic cylinders.
Keywords: hydraulic cylinders, custom manufacturing, precision machining, cylinder design, engineering services, industrial components, prototypes, production runs, high-tolerance, chrome plated rods