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ENGINEERING CENTER

Engineering Center Services

Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power engineering solutions, from initial design through long-term support.

Most hydraulic challenges have a standard solution. When they don’t, the HSC Engineering Center develops hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power systems engineered for the actual demands of the application — not just what’s on the shelf. We stay involved through design, fabrication, commissioning, and beyond.

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EXPERIENCE THAT CARRIES OVER

Industry Leading Engineers. Real-World Results.

Our engineering team is degreed and hands-on across hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power systems. Engineers who understand how a system behaves in the field — not just on paper — make better design decisions.

That track record spans industrial, mobile, marine, and energy applications: complex hydraulic power units, custom control systems, retrofits of legacy equipment, and integrated fluid power systems across sectors where failure isn’t a minor inconvenience.

DESIGN-FIRST DISCIPLINE

Design and Modeling That Reduces Risk Before Fabrication Starts

One of the most costly mistakes in system development is finding a design problem after fabrication starts. We use 2D schematics and 3D solid modeling in SOLIDWORKS to validate layouts, confirm service access, and catch interference issues before a part is made — resolving on screen costs a fraction of resolving on the shop floor.

Beyond modeling, we support prototyping, fabrication oversight, and commissioning. Testing and troubleshooting happen at our facility or at your location. The objective is the same: confirm the system performs to spec before it goes into full operation.

CAPABILITIES

What the Engineering Center Handles

Our capabilities cover hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power engineering from concept to commissioning:

System design and engineering for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power applications
Prototyping and proof-of-concept development
Control system architecture and integration
PLC programming and user interface development
2D schematic and 3D solid modeling using SOLIDWORKS
Fabrication coordination and oversight
Installation support and commissioning
System retrofits, redesigns, and modernization projects
Lifecycle support and end-of-life service

Because components are stocked in our supply network, we move from engineering to sourcing without outside vendor handoffs — shortening lead times and keeping accountability in one place.

PROJECTS THAT HELD UP

A Record of Projects That Performed

We measure work against outcomes, not deliverables. The Engineering Center has built its reputation on projects that held up:

OEM Production Programs

Requiring consistent, repeatable system designs at volume — engineered once, documented, and reproduced across every unit in the program.

Industrial Retrofits

That improved reliability and reduced energy consumption — without a full system replacement, by re-engineering what the equipment actually needed.

Custom Hydraulic Power Solutions

For equipment with no standard off-the-shelf answer — designed to the actual application, not adapted from a catalog part.

Control System Upgrades

That improved both safety margins and operational precision — PLC programming, interlock design, and HMI work coordinated with the system itself.

Every project is built around what the system actually needs to do — under real operating conditions, over the long term.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Engineering Center do?

Complete engineering for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power systems — from design and prototyping through fabrication coordination, installation, and lifecycle support. The goal is a single point of engineering accountability for the full project.

What types of systems can you design?

Hydraulic power units, pneumatic systems, electric power integrations, control systems, and complete fluid power solutions — both new development and redesigns of existing equipment, across OEM, industrial, mobile, marine, and energy applications.

Do you use 3D modeling in your design process?

Yes. We produce 2D schematics and 3D solid models in SOLIDWORKS. Working through the layout digitally before fabrication lets us validate fit and function, optimize service access, and surface interference issues while they’re still easy to resolve.

Can you handle system retrofits and equipment upgrades?

Yes. Retrofits are a significant part of what we do — whether the goal is improving reliability, updating controls, reducing energy consumption, or addressing a recurring failure. We engineer a solution that meets the updated requirements without a full replacement.

Do you provide PLC programming and control system work?

Yes. Control system design, PLC programming, and user interface development. Where precise control, automation, or safety interlocks are part of the system, we handle that work inside the broader project — not as a separate engagement.

Can systems be tested before they go into service?

Yes. Testing and commissioning happen at our facility or at your location. Verifying performance under real operating conditions before full deployment reduces the risk of problems surfacing after installation, when they’re much more disruptive.

What industries do you work with?

OEM manufacturers, industrial facilities, mobile equipment builders, marine operations, and energy. If the project involves engineered fluid power systems and needs structured technical oversight, the Engineering Center is built to support it.

How does working with the Engineering Center reduce project risk?

Bringing engineering, component sourcing, fabrication oversight, and commissioning under one organization eliminates the coordination gaps that cause most project problems. The same team carrying the project from design to commissioning keeps accountability — and the incentive to get it right — in one place.

Do you provide ongoing support after installation?

Yes. Our involvement doesn’t end at commissioning — we provide lifecycle support and end-of-life repair when needed. For customers running systems we designed, that familiarity makes support faster and more effective.

How do I get started on an engineering project with HSC?

Contact the Engineering Center with your system requirements, performance goals, and timeline. Our engineers will review the application and develop a structured plan that reflects what the project actually needs. The earlier we’re involved, the more influence we have on the outcome.

Start an Engineering Project with HSC

Contact the Engineering Center with your system requirements, performance goals, and project timeline.

Call (561) 570-3190 Contact the Engineering Center

The Engineering Center at Hydraulic Supply Company (HSC) was created to deliver comprehensive hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power engineering solutions. HSC’s full-cycle approach allows us to support customers from initial design through component supply, equipment lifecycle management, and end-of-life repair services.

Our expert team of system design engineers specializes in hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power applications. Whether you need help selecting components or developing a complete engineered system, HSC provides guidance every step of the way.

Engineering Center Advantages

Partnering with Hydraulic Supply Company’s Engineering Center provides significant value from the following:

  • Experienced, degreed engineers ready to support your projects

  • Ability to produce 2D schematics and 3D solid models using advanced tools such as SOLIDWORKS

  • Support ranging from individual component design to full product development

  • System commissioning, troubleshooting, and testing conducted either at HSC’s facility or onsite at your location

  • Hydraulic components stocked in HSC’s warehouse to reduce supply chain delays and ensure single-source responsibility

Capabilities

Hydraulic Supply Company provides complete engineering services for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric power systems—from design and construction to installation and training. Our capabilities include:

  • Complete system design

  • Prototyping

  • Application engineering support

  • System retrofits

  • Control system design

  • User interface design

  • PLC and control programming

  • Fabrication

  • Installation and testing

Contact Us

For additional information, contact the HSC Engineering Center at: 561-570-3190