FAQs

Choosing Hydraulink’s on-site container workshop solutions means access to immediate support around the clock, directly where and when you need it. Instead of waiting for essential hose replacements during breakdowns, you have all the necessary tools and resources on-site to handle repairs swiftly.

These mobile workshops are fully equipped with an assembly bench, tools for stock ordering and inventory management, and comprehensive service support. This setup not only enhances the efficiency of hydraulic hose repairs but also offers tailored, expert service right at your job site, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum productivity.

You can customise your on-site Hydraulink container to suit your specific needs. We offer containers in 10, 20, and 40-foot configurations, which can be tailored with various customisable options. Enhancements such as air conditioning, as well as storage and racking systems, can be added to optimise the space according to your operational requirements. This flexibility allows you to create a workspace that is both functional and efficient, tailored precisely to your business needs.

In some cases, a hydraulic hose can be repaired, particularly if the damage is minor and located away from the fittings. However, it’s crucial to ensure that any repair maintains the integrity and safety standards necessary for optimal performance.

At Hydraulink, we assess the severity and location of the damage to determine if a repair is feasible or if a replacement is a safer and more reliable option. Our hydraulic technicians can provide quick evaluations and recommend the best course of action, ensuring your hydraulic systems operate efficiently and safely. For urgent repairs, reach out to our team who can help you get the job done no matter how much pressure you’re under.

Hydraulink sets itself apart as a leader in hydraulic services with over 75 years of expertise in the fluid connectors industry. Distinguished by over 400 service points across Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia Pacific region, Hydraulink excels in delivering a 24/7 mobile service that meets the critical demands of various industries, including mining, agriculture, transport, and beyond.

Our claim, "Best Under Pressure," reflects our commitment to providing fast, effective, and reliable hydraulic solutions, ensuring optimal performance under any conditions. Whether it's through manufacturing or distributing hydraulic components, Hydraulink supports your operations when it truly counts

Hydraulink has a manufacturing facility located in Penrose, Auckland that produces a range of hose tails, ferrules and adaptors. This facility is geared to provide customer specific solutions, particularly where the design requirements are outside the usual catalogued range.

Hydraulink branded hose is manufactured by a highly respected independent European manufacturer. Gates branded hose is manufactured by Gates Rubber in the USA. Many additional accessories are imported from world renown suppliers. Details are listed on our website under “Products”.

Hydraulink is privately owned by Lee Short and Noel Davies. They purchased the business in 1989. For a more detailed history of Hydraulink click here.

Hydraulink has over 400 outlets across New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific.

Full location details for these can be found here. 

Hydraulink Head Office in NZ is in Penrose, Auckland and Hydraulink Head Office in Australia is in Smithfield, Sydney NSW.

Hydraulink traces its beginnings back to 1945. A more detailed history of Hydraulink can be found here.

Hydraulink is a leading manufacturer and supplier of hose and fittings, with over 400 service points throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Region.

We operate a 24/7 mobile service, allowing you to rely on us whenever you need assistance - anytime, day or night. We are committed to getting your business back on track with minimal downtime.

In addition to our supply, manufacture and 24/7 service, we also supply custom containerised hose workshops and manufacture and install purpose-built OEM kits.

From our rapid repair service to workshop expertise and on-site support at remote large-scale projects, Hydraulink is there to give you the right products and services at the right time. Our goal is to deliver maximum value alongside unparalleled service, creating long-term business relationships.

Service & Distribution Network

If your business depends on high quality, fully functional hoses, hydraulics and fluid connectors, you need Hydraulink.

Contact any of our comprehensive network of over 400 outlets for everything you need throughout Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

Mobile Service Vans  

Our network of Mobile Service Vans offer on the spot repair and replacement of worn or damaged hose assemblies.

We reduce downtime and get your vital machinery up and running by being there when you need us with 24/7 Mobile Service.

Wherever you are, whenever a problem hits, we'll fix it so you can get your job done on time.

Hose Assemblies  

You can always obtain the hose assembly or fitting you need to get the job done without having to compromise and settle for second best, and we guarantee our products and workmanship.

Assurance of Quality  

Hydraulink hose assemblies are tested to both DIN & SAE standards using the latest European test equipment. Testing of hose assemblies can be done specifically to meet customer requirements. OEM Hose Kit Hose Kits are manufactured to customer requirements. Customised hose kits for OEM is our speciality. Hydraulink's unique OEM bagging system ensures ready identification of the product and our customers know that the Hose Assemblies in the bag are not only correct and labelled but they have also been cleaned and sealed to prevent contamination.

Hydraulic and Industrial Hose Management Program  

Hydraulink's ultimate solution to the ongoing problems of downtime, excessive maintenance and replacement costs.

We customise a hydraulic and industrial hose management program tailored to your operation, to increase productivity and reduce costs, while increasing site safety and reducing inventory.

Custom Solutions  

Hydraulink can develop a range of custom solutions for your operation, whatever your requirements. An example are the on-site container workshops we have set up for a number of contractors and mining operations. This system provides stock of hose and fittings complete with the necessary assembly equipment, tailored to your needs.

Manufacturing  

We manufacture standard and specialised hydraulic fittings to international quality.

To find out more about becoming a Hydraulink Franchise please contact the Head Office in New Zealand or Australia. Please call your relevant contact below for a confidential discussion;

NZ

Craig Sumpton, NZ Development Manager - 027 255 9328

AU

Wayne Abbott, National Franchise Manager - 0455 478 699 

To find out more about becoming a Hydraulink Sales and Service Technician click here.

If you're looking for an employed role, you can search for the keyword Hydraulink on SEEK.

If you'd like more information about owning a Hydraulink Franchise, please click here.

A mechanical trade’s background is preferable but applicants with mechanical aptitude are also very successful.

To view our current opportunities, please search for Hydraulink on SEEK.

For our comprehensive range of Hydraulink hose, fittings and adaptors, please click here to browse our online product catalogue.

Hydraulink stocks their own branded hose which is manufactured in Europe, and Gates hose which is manufactured in the USA. More information on each of our products is available here.

Our hose meets or exceeds the following standards depending on the hose type.

ABS, AS, DIN, DNV, EN, GL, IJS, RCCC, SAE, DOT/FMVSS, MSHA & USCG

Hydraulink meets most international recognised quality assurance standards. Please visit the Our Quality section of the website to view details on the quality and testing of fittings and hose.

Hydraulink has the latest BIMAL hose assembly testing facility which proof tests to international specifications J 343 and meets SAE 517 and EN 856. This testing is carried out in a specially built facility operating 24 hours a day 7 days a week. For more information click here.

Hydraulink takes pride in our customer service and takes any complaints seriously. We would like the opportunity to look into any experiences that don't meet your expectations and resolve any issues.

In the first instance, please phone our Customer Care Team on 02 8785 4600 or email customercare@hydraulink.com.au.