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12/1/2025 12:00 AM

The hydraulic industry has always been about power and precision. But as equipment evolves, so does the technology that controls it. That’s where smart hydraulics and electro-hydraulic systems come in, merging fluid power with electronic intelligence to improve...

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Holiday Gift-Giving Ideas for Your Hydraulic Parts Customers

11/18/2025 1:25 PM

The holidays are the perfect time for distributors to thank the customers, suppliers, and partners who help make business possible. For hydraulic parts distributors, thoughtful gifts can strengthen client relationships, boost brand recognition, and start the new year on a...

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Rexroth Core Series Part III: Repair Capabilities

10/10/2025 1:48 PM

Note on this series: This is the third in our Rexroth Core Series, spotlighting high-demand Rexroth components and how Hydraulic Parts Source (HPS) supports distributors, rebuilders, and service teams through core purchasing and supply. In Part 1, we discussed...

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Rexroth Motors and Directional Control Valves

10/7/2025 1:10 PM

Note on this series: This is the second in our Rexroth Core Series, spotlighting high-demand Rexroth components and how Hydraulic Parts Source (HPS) supports distributors, rebuilders, and service teams through core purchasing and supply. In Part 1, we discussed...

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Hydraulic Parts & Construction Equipment

9/25/2025 10:23 AM

When it comes to heavy-duty construction equipment, hydraulics are the backbone of performance. Pumps, motors, and valves from trusted manufacturers like Denison, Vickers, and Rexroth keep excavators, loaders, and dozers moving day after day.
But when these...

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Rexroth Core Series Part I: Piston Pump Types and Why They Matter

8/26/2025 1:10 PM

Note on this series: This is the first in our Rexroth Core Series, spotlighting high-demand Rexroth components and how Hydraulic Parts Source (HPS) supports distributors, rebuilders, and service teams through core purchasing and supply. In Part 1, we’re...

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The HPS Resource Library is Stacked with Tools That Help Distributors Succeed

8/26/2025 12:38 PM

At Hydraulic Parts Source, we know that distributors are at the heart of the hydraulic repair industry. You're the connection between repair shops, field service teams, and the parts that keep heavy-duty equipment running.
To help you...

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Inside Sales Success With HPS

8/18/2025 7:01 PM

If you’re an inside sales associate in the hydraulics industry, you know the pressure. Every day, you’re fielding urgent calls, trying to meet tight deadlines, and searching for answers your customers needed yesterday.But lately, you're seeing...

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Fast, Reliable Rexroth and Proportional Valve Repairs

7/15/2025 3:08 PM

Did you know Hydraulic Parts Source offers OE-quality remanufactured A10VSO series piston pumps from Rexroth, along with servo and proportional valve repair services and a wide selection of replacement parts? Well, we do — and more importantly, we do it...

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Capabilities of HPS

6/13/2025 11:09 AM

In today’s hydraulic industry, end-users and distributors alike face increasing challenges: long lead times, discontinued parts, and limited supply chain options. When time equals money, and customers need solutions fast, these barriers can cost more than just revenue...

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HPS: Your Problem-Solving Partners

5/14/2025 11:25 AM

If you're a hydraulic distributor, you’ve likely experienced the same headache more than once: a customer calls in with an urgent need for a specific valve, pump, or part — and it’s either backordered, discontinued, or impossible to...

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Component Thread Types: A Guide for Distributors and End-Users

4/17/2025 10:43 AM

When you're working on a hydraulic system — whether it's a pump, valve, or motor — thread type matters.
Selecting the wrong thread can result in leaks, cross-threading, or costly downtime. That’s why both end-users and...

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Hydraulic Pump Port Types: A Guide for Distributors and End-Users

3/13/2025 10:09 AM

When it comes to selecting or replacing a hydraulic pump, one detail that can cause major installation issues is the port type. Whether you're specifying a new unit, replacing a damaged pump, or trying to connect fittings during a...

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Understanding Hydraulic Valve Connection Types

2/14/2025 9:30 AM

When selecting or replacing a hydraulic valve, the wiring connection type is just as important as the valve’s specs.
Whether you're a hydraulic parts distributor helping a customer with a field install or an end-user...

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Getting to Know Hydraulic Valve Spool Configuration – The Center Position

1/15/2025 12:32 PM

Hydraulic valve spool configurations determine how hydraulic fluid flows within a system, controlling the movement of actuators such as cylinders and motors.
Pumps and motors work together to provide the energy needed to put hydraulic equipment in motion. The...

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Five FAQs From End-Users About Torque and Motors

12/15/2024 3:22 PM

Torque and motors are central to the performance and efficiency of hydraulic systems.

Hydraulic motors convert fluid energy into mechanical energy, delivering the rotational force (torque) needed to drive various machinery and equipment.
Torque determines the motor...

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Preventing Hydraulic Equipment from Freezing

11/1/2024 11:57 AM

Winter presents a unique set of challenges for hydraulic systems. As temperatures plunge, the risk of equipment failure due to freezing fluid, brittle seals, or clogged lines increases dramatically. For hydraulic parts distributors, this season is an opportunity to not...

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HPS: A Supplier that Strengthens Fluid Power Distributors

10/5/2024 10:56 AM

As a fluid power parts distributor, maintaining a competitive edge requires focus on key strengths. The top three, in our opinion, include A robust supply chainTechnical expertiseExceptional customer serviceAnd the best way to achieve all three is to form a...

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How Do I Know if My Hydraulic Control Valve is Bad?

9/5/2024 11:52 AM

Hydraulic control valves are integral to the performance and reliability of hydraulic systems. They regulate fluid flow, ensuring precision and efficiency in equipment operations. When a control valve begins to fail, it can cause significant disruptions, leading to downtime, increased...

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Need a Quality Supplier? HPS Checks All the Marks

8/29/2024 4:12 PM

We have shared how a solid relationship between fluid power distributors and hydraulic parts suppliers is essential for meeting end-user needs and avoiding any unnecessary road bumps. To sum up, good hydraulic parts suppliers not only provide...

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Digitization & Hydraulics

8/29/2024 3:45 PM

Digitalization is transforming industries across the board, and the hydraulics sector is no exception.
The hydraulics industry, historically known for its mechanical traditions, is undergoing a transformation in the digital era. These profound changes are reshaping how...

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How Distributors Can Offer the Best Service to End-Users

7/4/2024 12:14 PM

In the competitive world of hydraulic systems, end-users rely on their distributors not just for parts but for expertise, reliability, and proactive solutions.
As a distributor, your reputation hinges on your ability to exceed expectations and build...

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Under Pressure? Oil Flow May be to Blame

6/19/2024 12:47 PM

Efficient oil flow is the lifeblood of any hydraulic system. It ensures that components operate smoothly, reliably, and without unnecessary strain.
Yet, one of the most common — and costly — issues in hydraulic systems is pressure loss, which can lead...

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How Efficient Are Hydraulic Pumps?

6/5/2024 4:22 PM

Hydraulic pumps are the heart of any hydraulic system, converting mechanical energy into the fluid power that drives heavy machinery, industrial equipment, and countless other applications. But how efficiently do they perform this critical task?
For hydraulic parts...

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Hydraulic System Troubleshooting: Step-By-Step

5/23/2024 1:38 PM

Hydraulic system failures don’t come out of the blue. They often come after common symptoms, such as a gradual or sudden loss of pressure, arise.
Any major component (pump, relief valve, directional valve, cylinder) may be to...

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Downloadable Resources for Distributors

5/1/2024 11:28 AM

From help with Servo and Proportional Control Valves, to resources and changes that allow you to serve your customers better, we are here for distributors at HPS. But before we share those resources, let’s begin with a little education...

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Replacing Hydraulic Pumps and Motors

4/25/2024 10:54 AM

Replacing a hydraulic pump or motor in a system involves careful planning and execution.
For starters, the exact life expectancy depends on the specific pump and how frequently it’s used, but pumps often last for quite a few...

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Meet Our New Hydraulic Test Stand: Part 2

2/15/2024 2:50 PM

Now that you know how a test stand works, you might be wondering why HPS would invest in one.
That’s an easy answer for us. Because it creates a superior product.
HPS uses a...

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Remanufacturing Benefits for End-Users

2/1/2024 3:04 PM

Remanufacturing hydraulic parts offers a range of benefits.
Remanufacturing aligns with sustainable practices by promoting the reuse of components and reducing the demand for new raw materials. Remanufacturing saves, on average, 85% of energy, water, and material use...

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Meet Our New Hydraulic Test Stand: Part 1

1/26/2024 9:55 AM

After learning that Hydraulic Parts Source invested $250,000 to build a one-of-a-kind, entirely custom-engineered component test stand you may be asking:

What is a test stand?What does it do?How does it...

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Report: Hydraulic Market Growing

1/5/2024 9:16 AM

Hydraulic technology empowers operators to perform various tasks, such as rotating shafts, lifting substantial weights, and drilling precise holes. This process is widely used as the world expands and builds. Creating a global market that impacts suppliers, distributors, and end...

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Hydraulic Systems and Their Components: An Overview

12/20/2023 12:27 PM

As valuable resources for end-users, distributors are often the providers of support and knowledge when it comes to the products they sell. Fluid power distributors can meet their customers’ needs with their knowledge of hydraulic pumps, motors, and valves...

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Overfilling Hydraulic Fluid Can Cause Issues, Too

12/8/2023 1:18 PM

Low levels of hydraulic fluids can harm systems and result in poor efficiency, but they are often monitored and remedied quickly. But what about overfilled hydraulic fluid?Too much hydraulic fluid might also cause damage such as:
Messy leakagesSmoke...

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Branded Gifts for Commuting Hydraulics Clients

11/9/2023 8:41 PM

Hydraulics distributors may find that their customers are on the go a lot, and this can be a major insight into unwrapping marketing potential with strategic promotional gifts.

It cannot be underestimated how successful gifting of...

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Diagnosing Pump Problems on Construction Equipment

11/8/2023 1:42 PM

A failing hydraulic pump often comes after many signs point to the larger issue.
So, to avoid a failing pump, be vigilant when the most common problems start occurring, and follow the basic four troubleshooting steps: ...

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The Useful Complexity of Proportional Control Valves

10/25/2023 9:11 PM

Hydraulic valves, as you may already know, are the mechanical devices used to control power by regulating the flow of fluid within a system.
They can redirect pressurized fluid, control the level of flow to a certain area, or...

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FAQs: Let’s Talk About Hydraulic Pumps

10/23/2023 8:25 AM

Pumps are the heart of hydraulic systems, which literally “pump” fluid to deliver the energy needed to power movement. This is an important action, and one that promotes a variety of questions. Let’s begin by summarizing how hydraulic pumps...

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Hydraulics System Corrosion FAQs

10/11/2023 1:00 PM

You may know how to replace corroded parts in a hydraulic system, but do you ever wonder why corrosion occurs in the first place? Corrosion, a chemical reaction between an acid and a metal, is the gradual wearing down of...

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What’s That Sound? Common Causes of Noisy Hydraulic Pumps and Valves

9/26/2023 9:29 AM

If you hear an unexpected noise coming from your hydraulic system, you may be concerned, and for good reason. We expounded on 3 causes of noisy hydraulic pumps in a previous blog, but believe it’s worth repeating, and digging...

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5 Ways Inside Reps Can Boost Hydraulics Sales

8/13/2023 3:54 PM

Although there is good evidence that strategies to optimize outside fluid power sales are worth face-to-face relationship-building efforts, having efficacious inside sales reps on your team should also be part of a strategy to boost hydraulics sales...

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Positive Displacement Pump FAQs: How Do Hydraulic Vane and Gear Pumps Work?

8/10/2023 6:15 PM

As described in Hydraulic Pumps 101, hydraulic pumps are among the most necessary components in a hydraulic system. They convert mechanical energy into hydraulic power.
Hydrostatic pumps, or positive displacement pumps, create this power with very little quantity or...

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The Value of Hydraulic Pressure Relief Valves

8/2/2023 5:26 PM

Hydraulic Valves, which are used to control hydraulic power by regulating the flow of fluid, are as complex as they are vital to a hydraulic system.
As control managers of the system’s flow, valves are capable of redirecting...

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Frequently Asked Questions at HPS: Cold Weather and Hydraulic Fluid

7/13/2023 8:02 AM

When exposed to cold temperatures, problems can culminate quickly within a hydraulic system, often starting with an increase in oil viscosity and cavitation.

With the possibility of these issues leading to damaged or inefficient machinery or...

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How to Read Basic Hydraulic Schematics:

6/7/2023 12:00 AM

Hydraulic Parts Source is a premier supplier of remanufactured hydraulic pumps, motors, and valves, and we value what education we can provide for our customers, distributors, and end-users. A standard practice in hydraulics is reading schematics. A schematic is...

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