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Hydraulic Cylinder Repair for Forestry & Logging Equipment
Trust our experienced team for quality hydraulic cylinder repair for your forestry and logging equipment. Keep your hydraulic systems running efficiently with timely repairs to maximize uptime, safety, and power for logging operations, even in rough terrain and extreme weather conditions.
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Your Trusted Experts in Forestry Cylinder Repair Since 1991
Our family-owned business, operating in the Chicagoland area since 1991, understands the hydraulic systems that power forestry and logging equipment. Our experienced technicians have repaired thousands of hydraulic cylinders for the industry, specializing in brands like John Deere, Caterpillar, Komatsu, and more. We know how important uptime is for logging operations, so we provide fast, reliable hydraulic cylinder repair to optimize the power, efficiency, and safety of your forestry equipment.
While based in Chicago and servicing the Chicagoland area, our full-service repair shop can refurbish cylinders shipped from across the country. Trust our 30+ years of expertise to get your hydraulic cylinders repaired quickly and correctly, no matter what state you operate in.
Harvesters
Repair boom and arm cylinders to maintain productivity and control.
Feller Bunchers
Keep the felling head running with grapple and tilt cylinder repairs.
Skidders
Maintain traction and maneuverability with repairs to lift and steering cylinders.
Forwarders
Ensure carrying capacity with repairs to lift arm and grapple cylinders.
Log Loaders
Maximize loading efficiency through repairs to boom, arm, and grapple cylinders.
Excavators
Restore full function by repairing the arm, boom, bucket, and swing cylinders.
Bulldozers
Regain blade control with repairs to lift, angle, and tilt cylinders.
Log Splitters
Keep splitting power with repairs to the hydraulic drive and wedge cylinders.
Chippers
Maintain chipping capacity by servicing feed roll and lift cylinders.
Machines
Forestry & Logging Machines We Work With
Backhoes
Backhoes
We often repair loaders with hydraulic cylinder steering systems. These heavy machinery machines are used in construction to move or load materials such as rock, sand, soil, and demolitions with a fitted bucket that faces away from the operator.
Thorough Inspection
Thoroughly inspect each cylinder and determine repair needs.
Disassembly
Fully disassemble the cylinders, replacing any worn parts with high-quality components.
Cleaning and Deglazing
Clean and deglaze the cylinder bore, honing it to precise specifications for smooth operation.
Reassembly
Reassemble with new seals, rods, and hardware.
Testing
Test each hydraulic cylinder at a range of pressures to ensure strict performance standards are met.
Process
Our Forestry Cylinder Repair Process
Receiving
Our clients can choose to drop off their cylinder or we can arrange to have our service truck pick it up for you. While arranging delivery, we will discuss with you initial details regarding the cylinder.
John Deere
With over 30 years of experience servicing John Deere forestry equipment, we are more than proficient at repairing John Deere boom, arm, steering, and implementing cylinders quickly and correctly.
Caterpillar
Our technicians are highly trained to repair all Cat forestry machine cylinders, including felling head, lift arm, tilt, and grapple cylinders, restoring full functionality.
Komatsu
We are specialists in Komatsu hydraulic cylinder repair, servicing harvester heads, boom, bucket, and stabilization cylinders to Komatsu factory standards.
Brands
Forestry Cylinder Brands We Repair
Fast Turnaround Time
Quick diagnosis and repair with most cylinders done in 1-2 weeks.
Quality Components
We only use OEM or better parts to refurbish cylinders.
Advanced Testing
Cylinders tested to strict specifications before being returned.
Cost-Effective
Competitive pricing and warranty on work performed.
Reliable Service
Over 30 years of satisfying customers across the region.
Advanced Tools
We utilize specialized tools and machinery for precise cylinder repairs.
Benefits
Why You Should Choose Us for Your Forestry Equipment Cylinder Repair
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Schedule Your Logging Equipment Cylinder Repair ASAP
Don't wait until an equipment failure sidelines your operations. Schedule your forestry industry cylinder repair with us today and ensure your cylinders are refurbished to factory specs before the busy season hits. Call or go online now to request a free quote and get your cylinders back in action ASAP.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do forestry equipment cylinder repairs take?
Most cylinder repairs take 1-2 weeks from when we receive them until they are refurbished and shipped back to you. We work quickly to minimize downtime.
What causes the most common failures and repairs needed on forestry cylinders?
Seal failures, bent rods, scored cylinder bores, and leaks are some of the most common issues requiring repair. Our technicians will diagnose and fix any problems.
How often should forestry hydraulic cylinders be inspected and maintained?
We recommend a full inspection and maintenance check every 6 months or 500 hours of operation to identify potential issues early and prevent major failures or downtime.