What Does Hydraulic Cylinder Refurbishment Involve?
Hydraulic cylinder refurbishment is more than a simple repair. It's a comprehensive process that includes diagnosis, disassembly, machining, resealing, reassembly, and pressure testing to ensure your equipment runs like new.
At our fully equipped workshop, our process includes:
1. Full Cylinder Stripdown & Assessment: We inspect for wear, pitting, scoring, seal damage, and misalignment. This helps us determine if refurbishment is cost-effective compared to full replacement.
2. Component Reconditioning or Replacement: We use our CNC machining and welding capabilities to repair rods, barrels, eyes, and glands — or we manufacture new components in-house if needed.
3. Seal Replacement: All seals, wipers, and o-rings are replaced with high-quality alternatives suitable for your system pressure and fluid type.
4. Pressure Testing & Finishing: Each unit is tested to verify performance under load. Finishing options such as shot blasting or spray painting are available for corrosion resistance and durability.
✅ In-house machining, welding, and testing
✅ Fast, reliable turnaround for all cylinder types
✅ Decades of experience in industrial and agricultural hydraulics
✅ Based in Lincoln, serving the whole of the UK
✅ Collaborative, customer-first approach
✅ Reverse engineering available – even without drawings
✅ Rated highly by local clients in Lincoln and further afield
“Very helpful in what I needed doing. They even got it done for me over the bank holiday for me as I needed it ASAP and was at a great price. Thank you. Happy to deal with again ans will be sending more work your way.”
We provide hydraulic cylinder refurbishment in Lincoln for commercial and industrial clients across a wide range of sectors:
Agricultural – Tractors, loaders, harvesters, and attachments
Construction – Excavators, dumpers, and hydraulic breakers
Transport & HGV – Tipper trucks, tail lifts, lifting arms
Manufacturing & OEMs – Presses, machines, conveyors, and automated equipment
Waste & Recycling – Compactors, balers, and hydraulic gates
For a closer look at our work and expertise across industries, visit our Industries page.
Our Expertise in Reverse Engineering & Custom Components
Do you need to refurbish a hydraulic cylinder with no part numbers or technical drawings?
Branston Engineering specialises in reverse engineering services, using advanced 3D scanning to recreate components with high accuracy. This service is especially useful when:
Original cylinders are obsolete
OEM parts are unavailable or delayed
Custom cylinder builds are required for legacy systems
We’ve written more about this in our blog:
Why Businesses Trust Branston Engineering
With our professional workshop, UK-wide delivery, and responsive service, we’re a preferred partner for businesses needing reliable hydraulic refurbishment without the long lead times of large suppliers.
As highlighted in The Benefits of Choosing a Local Engineering Company, working with us offers:
Shorter turnaround times
Transparent communication
Flexibility to meet urgent or bespoke needs
Ongoing support from a team that understands local industries
Learn more about us to see why clients choose us for engineering they can rely on.
Additional Services That Support Hydraulic Refurbishment
Our hydraulic refurbishment work often includes or leads into other in-house services such as:
CNC Machining
Welding
Parts Manufacturing
Repairs & Refurbishment
Spray Painting
With everything completed under one roof, you benefit from reduced transport, cost, and complexity.
A: Standard turnaround is 3–5 working days. Urgent jobs may be completed faster depending on availability.
A: Yes. We work with OEM and non-OEM cylinders from most major brands and custom setups.
A: If refurbishment isn’t cost-effective, we’ll advise you and can provide a custom-manufactured replacement.
A: Yes. We can arrange secure transport of your hydraulic cylinder within Lincolnshire and across the UK.
A: While most clients are commercial or industrial, we do occasionally handle domestic jobs. Contact us to check suitability.