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Oilpower
45 Henwood Road, New Germany, Durban
Core business offering: hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and accessories.
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Section - Actuators & manipulators
-Cylinder variants
- Custom
- Double acting
- Double rod end
- Metric
- Miniature
- Single acting
- Spring return
- Cushioned cylinders
- Custom cylinders
- Double rod end
- Double-acting
- Metric
- Miniature
- Single-acting
- Spring return
Section - Control systems & components
-Manifolds
- Drilled metal block
- Modular
-Valves
- Accumulator charge, bleed
- Cartridge
- Check
- Counterbalance
- Deceleration
- Directional control; ball
- Directional control; manual
- Directional control; pilot operated
- Directional control; solenoid direct
- Directional control; solenoid pilot
- Electrically operated
- Flow control; Flow control valves
- Hydraulically operated
- Manually operated
- Modular
- Piloted
- Pneumatically operated
- Priority flow
- Proportional
- Sequence
- Servovalve
-Manifolds
- Drilled metal block
- Modular
-Valves
- Directional control; Manual valves & manifolds
- Directional control; Pilot operated valves & manifolds
- Directional control; Pressure-compensated valves & manifolds
- Directional control; Solenoid pilot valves & manifolds
- Directional control; Solenoid valves & manifolds
- Electrically operated
- Flow control
- Manually operated
- Pneumatically operated
- Pressure regulating
- Quick exhaust
- Sequence
Section - Services
-Design & engineering
- Cylinder; Custom design
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Maintenance & manufacture
- Accumulators/intensifiers; Repairs/maintenance
- Cylinder chrome plating
- Cylinder custom build
- Cylinder; Honing
- Maintenance
- Power pack; Repairs/maintenance
- Rebuilding
-Design & engineering
- Cylinder; Custom design
- Engineering
- System integration/consulting
-Dryers
- Maintenance
- Maintenance & manufacture
| News from Oilpower: |
Powering southern Africa’s industrial evolution for over five decades
June 2025, System Integration & Control Systems Design, Oilpower
Established in 1974, Oilpower is a recognised name in South Africa’s hydraulic and pneumatic sector. What started as a small, family-run business has matured into a highly structured operation with specialised teams, experienced engineers and a reputation for technical excellence and reliability. Oilpower is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year |
Industry news: |
Planetary gear units for high torque requirements
Second Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Editor's Choice, SEW-EURODRIVE
Packing a compact design, along with high torque and low-speed outputs, the new SEW PPK and SEW P2.e planetary gear units from SEW-EURODRIVE offer new capabilities in continuous heavy-duty applications where space is at a premium.
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SAFPA: From the President’s desk
Second Quarter 2025, SAFPA, SA Fluid Power Association (SAFPA)
It’s been a difficult time in the industry. Globally, OEM spending has seen a noticeable slowdown and the effects of increased USA tariffs combined with local budget delays have created a challenging ... |
Industrial gear units for mixing and agitating processes
Second Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Bearing Man Group T/A BMG
Nord Drive Systems encompass modular drive configurations that ensure optimum performance of mechanical speed control for specific applications in almost every industry.
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Why turbomachinery should break free from vendor lock-in
Second Quarter 2025, Electrical switching & drive systems & components, Schneider Electric South Africa
Today’s modern turbomachinery control systems form an important of operational efficiency, be it in heavy industries, traditional power generation or renewables such as hydroelectric facilities. Independence is the name of the game, and turbomachinery stands to gain lot from this newfound freedom.
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Extending oil drain intervals
Second Quarter 2025, Other technologies
In a recent field study, African Group Lubricants tested the performance of Mobil Delvac Modern MX 15W-40 Super Defense engine oil under rigorous operational conditions. The goal was to extend the oil drain interval while maintaining optimal engine performance and reliability.
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Cutting-edge robotics and smart manufacturing solutions
Second Quarter 2025, Robotics & Mechatronics
Yaskawa Southern Africa made a compelling impact at this year’s Africa Automation and Technology Fair.
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The seven different types of hydraulic fittings used for cylinders
Second Quarter 2025, Hydraulic systems & components
Hydraulic fittings are crucial for maintaining the integrity of hydraulic circuits, Selecting the right type of hydraulic fitting is not only essential for preventing leaks but also for ensuring minimal downtime and enhancing overall system efficiency. |
Powering southern Africa’s industrial evolution for over five decades
Second Quarter 2025, Hydraulic systems & components, Editor's Choice
Established in 1974, Oilpower is a recognised name in South Africa’s hydraulic and pneumatic sector. What started as a small, family-run business has matured into a highly structured operation with specialised teams, experienced engineers and a reputation for technical excellence and reliability. Oilpower is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. |
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