Hydraulics Online has been shortlisted as a finalist for the UK’s most prestigious Customer Service Awards – hosted by THE independent professional body for customer service in the UK. Providing best-in-class customer satisfaction has never been part of Hydraulics Online’s strategy – our customer commitment has always been much more deep-rooted than that. Putting customers front and centre of all that we do is in our DNA and embedded within our vision, mission and values. It’s the very reason that Hydraulics Online was established back in 2004 – offering an alternative to traditional, produc ..read more

For decades, hydraulic systems have been essential in the fast-paced world of modern filmmaking – enabling smooth and dynamic camera work, creating jaw-dropping special effects, and assembling beautiful, immersive film sets. Here are three reasons why modern cinema relies on hydraulics. 1. Constructing Safe and Immersive Sets One of the most obvious uses of hydraulics is in set construction. Surprisingly, to create safe and elaborate film sets like the one used in Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie,” many hydraulic machines are utilized – not unlike those found on real-world construction sites. Hydraulic ..read more

Now in their 11th year, these awards celebrate family businesses of all sizes and in all sectors across the UK. Winners will be announced in June 2023 across the different categories, which include regional, sectorial and national awards. Hydraulics Online has been shortlisted in the Northern Family Business of the Year. “We’re absolutely delighted to be part of these awards,” said Helen Tonks, who co-founded Hydraulics Online with husband Mark. “Family is the bedrock of everything we do. It is exciting and gratifying to be recognised by an organisation which shares one of our fundamental valu ..read more

This month, Hydraulics Online officially comes of age. The business Mark and I have nurtured together from day one turns 18 on December 15th. Like any proud parents, we’d like to take a moment to wish “happy birthday” to this inspirational, wonderful part of our life that is Hydraulics Online You may be thinking that two weeks before Christmas sounds like a crazy time of year to start a business. And it was. With 4 young children already, Mark and I were somewhat preoccupied with the lead up to Christmas, but that didn’t stop us having the lightbulb of an idea to start our own business. In fac ..read more

We’re very proud to have been recognised for our achievements as a family business operating in Cheshire, Halton and Warringto, thanks to the High Sheriff’s awards for enterprise We’re delighted to announced that Hydraulics Online has been shortlisted in the Cheshire High Sheriff’s awards for Enterprise. The awards have been celebrating businesses and business people in the Cheshire, Halton and Warrington areas since 2006, when they were launched by the then High Sheriff of Cheshire, David Briggs MBE. Hydraulics Online has been shortlisted for an award Excitingly, Hydraulics Online has been sh ..read more

Echo partners with customers to develop, manufacture and supply meaningful masking, connecting, fastening, NVH and sealing solutions. The Indianapolis-based company prides itself on its customer focus and the ingenuity and innovation of its team The process and experience were so good, there’s no way I could be happier. Jason Semmler, Project Manager, Echo Engineering & Production Supplies. When a hydraulic valve failed on one of Echo Engineering & Production Supplies’ die-cutting machines, Jason Semmler, Project Manager at Echo, found himself in a machine down situation. “We were lo ..read more

Hydraulics Online co-founder and director Helen Tonks has, this week, been named as a Northern Power Woman, joining some illustrious names on the Power List. We’re delighted to share some exciting news. Our co-founder and director Helen Tonks has been recognised as a “Northern Power Woman”. She joins a host of inspirational women from the North of England on the Northern Power Women 2022 Power List. The Power List “celebrates individuals who challenge the norm and use their influence and power for good… the influential trailblazers from across the North.” The achievement recognises Helen’s d ..read more

In our latest collaboration with Manchester Metropolitan University, Hydraulics Online has offered a work placement to student, Zack Lanigan. He joins us today as our social media manager. Welcome Zack! Zack Lanigan is studying for a BA in Advertising and Brand Management at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). As with the other courses offered by MMU’s Business School, Zack’s degree course has the option of either a year in industry or to study abroad. Zack joins Hydraulics Online as social media manager This is the first year that Hydraulics Online has offered a year-long placement f ..read more

Echo partners with customers to develop, manufacture and supply meaningful masking, connecting, fastening, NVH and sealing solutions. The Indianapolis-based company prides itself on its customer focus and the ingenuity and innovation of its team The process and experience were so good, there’s no way I could be happier. Jason Semmler, Project Manager, Echo Engineering & Production Supplies. When a hydraulic valve failed on one of Echo Engineering & Production Supplies’ die-cutting machines, Jason Semmler, Project Manager at Echo, found himself in a machine down situation. “We were lo ..read more

Over the next few months, we’ll be working with Young Enterprise and other Export Champions to develop content for Young Enterprise Start-Up and Company Programmes for universities and schools. Our blend of digital and live content for Young Enterprise participants will highlight the importance of having an “export mindset” in business. Hydraulics Online has been working with Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) since 2017, including giving talks for business students, providing student consultancy research opportunities and offering paid internships to students to work with us on particul ..read more