Not All Hydraulic Cylinders Are Created Equal
When it comes to hydraulic cylinders, one size does not fit all. While commodity cylinders serve a purpose, they...
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Aggressive Hydraulics Featured in Fluid Power Journal – March 2025 Edition
Mastering the Marketing & Sales Funnel in Hydraulic Component Manufacturing From Chasing Customers to Attracting Them Success in hydraulic...
Hydraulic Cylinder Cushions: Precision Control for Smooth Operation
In hydraulic systems, precision control is vital to ensure both performance and longevity. One of the critical components in...
How Aggressive Hydraulics Prioritizes Workplace Excellence and Environmental Responsibility
At Aggressive Hydraulics, we are committed to more than designing and manufacturing Purpose-Built™ hydraulic cylinder solutions. Our focus extends...
Understanding Ports and Fittings for Hydraulic Cylinders
Selecting the right ports and fittings for hydraulic cylinders is crucial to achieving optimal performance and avoiding future issues....
Aggressive Hydraulics Selection Guide for Mobile In-Cylinder Linear Position Sensors
When selecting the right in-cylinder linear position sensor for hydraulic cylinders in mobile applications, understanding the various sensor technologies...
Understanding the Importance of Counterbalance Valves in Hydraulic Systems
At Aggressive Hydraulics, we prioritize safety and reliability in every aspect of our hydraulic cylinder design. One of the...
October Kicks Off Manufacturing Month at Aggressive Hydraulics
October is Manufacturing Month, and at Aggressive Hydraulics we’re proud to support this national initiative. It celebrates the power...
Understanding Engineering Safety Factors in Custom Hydraulic Cylinders
At Aggressive Hydraulics, safety isn’t just a priority; it’s embedded in every stage of our custom hydraulic cylinder design...
You are invited to the Manufacturing Month Open House at Aggressive Hydraulics on October 9, 2025
You’re Invited! Please RSVP Below. What: Open House at Aggressive Hydraulics When: October 9th | 4:00 PM – 7:00...
Hydraulic Cylinder Bearings and Bushings
This video series covers how hydraulic cylinder bearings and bushings are crucial components that support the smooth operation and...
Hydraulic Cylinder Sizing: Understanding Design and Application Considerations for Hydraulic Cylinders with Expert Insights
This video series covers the factors to consider when selecting the right size cylinder for an application: direction, force,...
Comparison of Hydraulic Cylinder Design Options Tie-Rod vs Aggressive Hydraulics Welded Construction
In all types of industrial and mobile machinery markets, downtime is costly, especially related to hydraulic leaks. Besides the...
Aggressive Hydraulics: Purpose-Built™ Hydraulic Cylinder Solutions From Our Design and Engineering Team
At Aggressive Hydraulics, we have high standards for designing and engineering our hydraulic cylinders with our unique Purpose-Built™ approach....
Reducing Lead Times: Aggressive Hydraulics’ Strategy for Efficiency
In the competitive landscape of hydraulic manufacturing, Aggressive Hydraulics stands out by implementing strategic measures to reduce lead times...
Local High School Engineering Students Help Design Manufacturing Prototypes
Coon Rapids (MN) High School engineering students recently collaborated with the Aggressive Hydraulics team. The students, part of an...
Mobile Hydraulics vs. Industrial Hydraulics
Hydraulic systems fall into two categories: mobile hydraulics or industrial hydraulics. Both types use pressurization to generate the force...
The Future of Hydraulic Cylinder Technology
Hydraulic cylinders are a traditional go-to solution for industrial machinery, equipment, and job sites. To keep up with the...
Custom USA-Made Cylinders, Purpose-Built™ Hydraulic Cylinders
Having the right part for the job is crucial for your business. Choosing the best hydraulic cylinder for your...
Minimizing the Impact of Hydraulic Cylinder Failure
Even the best equipment sometimes fails. When hydraulic cylinder failure does happen, it costs you both time and money....
How to Calculate Your Hydraulic Cylinder Force
Also known as hydraulic cylinder load lifting capacity, hydraulic cylinder force refers to the amount of force a cylinder...
When to Consider a Telescopic Hydraulic Cylinder
Selecting the optimal hydraulic cylinder for your equipment often proves challenging. You must ensure that your choice integrates seamlessly...
Industry Spotlight: Mining
Plenty of industries push equipment hard. Mining pushes it hundreds of feet below ground in pitch-black, unstable, life-threatening conditions...
Protecting Hydraulic Cylinders in Extreme Heat and Cold
How Extreme Heat and Cold Affects Hydraulic Systems Hydraulic systems are made to handle demanding work conditions and harsh...
Industry Spotlight: Clean Energy
Hydraulic Cylinders are the Future of Clean Energy The industrial era was a significant turning point in the history...
Preventing Fluid Contamination in Hydraulic Cylinders
Fluid conditioning is one of the most important aspects of maintaining your hydraulic system. If you don’t keep your...
How to Avoid Dieseling in Hydraulic Cylinders
Hydraulic dieseling, often called the dieseling effect, occurs when air mixes with hydraulic cylinder oil. The air forms bubbles in the...
Hydraulic Cylinder Cushions Can Prevent Mechanical Shock
A racecar on a track can stop one of two ways. If the driver applies the brakes, the vehicle...
Purpose-Built™ Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturing Process
Aggressive Hydraulics is committed to producing high-quality custom hydraulic cylinders. Our Purpose-Built™ hydraulic cylinder manufacturing process follows a proven...
Double Wall Telescopic Cylinders: Rod Cylinder Performance in a Multistage Package
Hydraulic cylinders are a workhorse of fluid power system in industrial and mobile machinery. However, one drawback to hydraulic...
DCC Racing to Make NASCAR Debut with Ryan Newman in Pinty’s Truck Race on Dirt at Bristol Motor Speedway
DCC Racing to Make NASCAR Debut with Ryan Newman in Pinty’s Truck Race on Dirt at Bristol Motor Speedway...
AGGRESSIVE HYDRAULICS: The Face of Mobile Hydraulic Cylinders
Industry-leading quality and product design integrity. At Aggressive Hydraulics, we understand that your lead time requirements can be short...
Aggressive Hydraulics is Proudly ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Investments made in our business—to better serve yours. Earning ISO 9001:2015 certification is a badge of honor. Quality has become...
Purpose-Built™ Hydraulic Cylinders & Components Catalog
Every Detail Counts Meticulously developed to elevate your hydraulic cylinder experience, our new Purpose-Built™ catalog delivers the comprehensive information...
Minimizing the Risk of Hydraulic Cylinder Contamination
Microscopic Particles Cause Catastrophic Failure It is a common scenario for machinery using hydraulic systems for transmitting power: a...
Hydraulic Cylinder Fluid Cleanliness Program
Are destructive contaminants hiding in your new hydraulic cylinder? It has been said that cylinders are the top contributor...
Aggressive Hydraulics: Made In America
Domestically Sourced Materials Work with a dependable, American manufacturer. All of our materials are domestically sourced and every phase...
Ryan Newman Raffle
Prizes Grand Prize (1 winner) Personalized Video Message from Ryan Newman Autographed Aggressive Hydraulics OGIO Hat Autographed Racer Card...
Ryan Newman Gearing Up for 2020 Chili Bowl Midget Nationals
CEDAR, MN (Jan. 8, 2020) – Quarter Midget Hall of Famer and Daytona 500 winner Ryan Newman is gearing...
Aggressive Hydraulics: Purpose-Built™ in America
USA Made Hydraulic Cylinders: Purpose-Built™ in America Focused on American Made Today, more than ever, Aggressive Hydraulics is proud...
Aggressive Hosts Students for Educational Event
Aggressive Hydraulics is committed to connecting our communities and schools to manufacturing. As part of “Manufacturing Week” in Anoka...
Industry Spotlight: Forestry and Logging
A Precise Trade The forestry trade is a precise one. Forestry and Logging machinery faces rough terrain, extreme environments,...
Rescue Ranch Charity Dinner
Celebrating Amazing Work Ryan Newman’s 13th Annual Charity Dinner and Auction, benefitting the Rescue Ranch happened on Friday, December...
Tony Grams: Winning Spokesperson
Background Built on Oval Tracks At just 16 years old, Tony Grams began racing stock cars on oval dirt...
Carter Chevalier: Winning On and Off the Track
World-Class Driver As far as professional drivers go, Carter Chevalier is a world-class name to keep an eye on. ...
Engineering Solutions for Cirque du Soleil
Captivating Audiences Cirque du Soleil has built a global reputation for innovative live productions that blend acrobatics, athletic performance,...
Aggressive Hydraulics: Purpose-Built™ Hydraulic Cylinders
Henry Ford once said, “Quality means doing it right, when no one is looking.” For the employees working at...
Ryan Newman in the House!
Aggressive Hydraulics® got a surprise visit from NASCAR driver Ryan Newman recently. Ryan stopped by to tour the Aggressive...
Industry Spotlight: Railway
Railways are not just an essential part of American commerce, but American history. In 1827, the first railway was...
Industry Spotlight: Cranes
Cranes have been used since the time of the Ancient Greeks. In those days, cranes were powered by men...
Synergy BMX Racing Team gets Aggressive!
It’s not often hydraulic cylinders and bicycles cross paths, but that’s exactly what happened when Aggressive Hydraulics® became a...
Ryan Newman’s benefit for the Rescue Ranch
Ryan Newman’s 12th Annual Fundraiser and Auction benefiting the Rescue Ranch, took place on December 9th in Statesville...
Cylinders Built to Withstand Demolition
Demolition equipment applications are some of the toughest in the world. This specialized equipment is subjected to hours of...
Quality, precision, integrity from source to finished product
Quality and precision is essential in the manufacture of a Purpose-Built™ ® hydraulic cylinder. From the sourcing of materials,...
Things to Consider When Designing a Custom Hydraulic Cylinder
Using off-the-shelf cylinders works fine in some cases. But trying to make a standard hydraulic cylinder fit your machinery...
What is Finite Element Analysis (FEA)?
Hydraulic cylinders fail for a reason. When yours fails, you face two options: replace it or repair it. Aggressive...
Industry Spotlight: Offshore Drilling & Oil Rig Platforms
Offshore drilling is a tough business which requires a large amount of power to drill into the earth’s surface...
Craig Dollansky: Purpose-Built™ for Racing
In the world of racing, there’s nothing quit as exciting as Sprint cars. In the world of Sprint cars,...
Aggressive Hydraulics; Founded with the end in mind
Aggressive Hydraulics starts with the end in mind. Other manufacturers are selling from a catalog, building generic cylinders forced...
Early Uses of Hydraulic Cylinders
Fluid power equipment ranks among modern humanity’s oldest technological advancements. However, engineers have applied it in highly productive ways...
Hydraulic Cylinders: A Brief History
Harnessing the power of moving fluid is nothing new. It has powered civilization for thousands of years. Today, it...
Equipment Service Association (ESA) Available to Hydraulic Cylinder and Pneumatic Tool Businesses
The Equipment Service Association (ESA) founded in 1959, is comprised of businesses involved in the sale or service of...
Amusement Park Hydraulic Cylinder Usage
When you take your family to an amusement park, you probably don’t think about hydraulic cylinders. As you scream...
What is the National Fluid Power Association?
Are you a member of the National Fluid Power Association, also known as the NFPA? If not, are you familiar...
Video: Avoiding Downtime with Purpose-Built™ Cylinders
Downtime–it’s every equipment owner’s worst fear. That’s why, when it comes to hydraulic cylinders, it’s vital to have products...
The Basics of Hydraulic Cylinder Calculations
Ever wonder what goes into determining specifications for a hydraulic cylinder? This YouTube video by Aaron Schellenberg provides clear...
Maintaining and Inspection of Hydraulic Cylinders
Hydraulic cylinders handle demanding roles across countless applications. Operators must follow a strict maintenance schedule and inspection plan. The...
Hydraulic Cylinder Sizing Considerations
You may have learned the hard way that using the wrong hydraulic cylinder bore rod and stroke can be...
Tips for Yearly Hydraulic Cylinder Maintenance
To ensure optimal performance, hydraulic cylinders should be maintained regularly throughout the year. Not only will you get the...
Why Purpose-Built™ Cylinders?
Having the right part for the job is crucial for your business. Therefore, selecting the optimal hydraulic cylinder remains...
Hydraulics in Mining
Many of our most valuable resources are buried deep in the earth. It takes a lot of power to...
Hydraulics at Work | Firefighting
Hydraulics serve countless critical roles, but few matter more than the ones that protect lives. Every day, hydraulics power...
Aggressive Hydraulics gets the Big Apple
If you’re a baseball fan, you may have seen the Citi Field Home Run Apple rise from its housing...
Hydraulic Cylinders at Work for Government & Defense
We’re proud of the work hydraulics do in all industries, but it’s a special honor to see hydraulics at...
Two Simple Solutions to Prevent Hydraulic Cylinder Drift
Hydraulic Cylinder Drift Causes and Prevention Have you experienced slow, sluggish, or unusual movements and changes in the position...
Hydraulic Cylinders Assisting in Energy Production
Energy use has sparked intense discussion for many years. Environmental concerns, cost, and the availability of fossil fuels push...
Hydraulics at Work in the Aerial Industry
Sometimes projects involve having to reach high places to get things done. And when you’re working high above the...
Demolition Industry Requires Hydraulic Cylinder Tools
In construction, few types of equipment work harder than demolition machines. They need immense power to tear down structures....
Preventing Hydraulic Cylinder Failure
One of the harsh realities of industries that rely on machinery is that sometimes, equipment breaks. The downtime caused...
Marine & Offshore Industry | Underwater Drilling & Other Uses for Hydraulics
We see hydraulics used on land in all kinds of places: construction sites, railway, and heavy equipment, to name...
3 Ways to Consider the Environment When Using Hydraulic Cylinders
When you’re dealing with heavy machinery, it can be hard to find the balance between getting a job done...
How to Use Hydraulic Cylinders in Construction
Whether they’re machines working in your backyard or on your construction site, the power of hydraulics makes many things...
Leadership in Engineering
A leader in engineered solutions for tough hydraulic cylinder applications Aggressive Hydraulics’ Design Engineering team combines technology, sound engineering...
We Can Help Drive Your Business to Record Sales
At Aggressive Hydraulics we think our OEM’s are special At Aggressive Hydraulics, we help OEM equipment manufacturers drive their...
Aggressive Announces Acquisition of United Hydraulics Corp. Intellectual Properties
BLAINE, Minnesota, August 7, 2012 – Aggressive Hydraulics, Inc. has acquired the intellectual property of United Hydraulics Corp. The...
