
Hydraulic Cylinders for the Construction Industry
RHK Hydraulic Cylinder Services understands that hydraulic cylinders are essential to your success as a construction business. Hydraulic cylinders provide construction projects with the necessary power and force to lift, lower and move heavy objects. Hydraulic cylinders work by converting hydraulic energy into mechanical energy that can be used to move a variety of structures. Our Edmonton, Alberta, based company is committed to supporting the construction sector with custom hydraulic cylinder solutions from design to manufacturing and services.
Custom Hydraulic Cylinders for Construction Equipment
Construction applications typically use the following cylinder types
Considerations for Hydraulic Cylinders used in the Construction Industry
Our Manufacturing and Service considerations include:

- Continuous Equipment Use – normal working periods, need for constant cylinder cycling
- Equipment Capacity – mechanical loads and weights
- Operating Environments –ability to withstand hot, cold, wet and/or dry conditions
- Materials Composition – substances in contact with equipment such as earth, snow, salt, heavy/light, mixed or abrasive matter
- Operating Pressures – particularly higher PSI ranges Risk of Cylinder Contamination – cylinder location(s) and exposure to external elements
- External Impacts/Strains – frequency and magnitude of possible stress on the cylinders
- Degree of Accuracy and Control required of material movement – use of position sensor technologies
- Fluid Compatibility – seal and material selection to work with any type of fluid media including petroleum based, water based and fire resistant
- Environmental Considerations – secondary sealing, containment and leak detection
- Field Maintenance – cylinder accessibility, parts inter-changeability requirements, easy tear down designs
Construction Equipment and Applications
Learn more about how RHK Hydraulic Services can support your next construction project by contacting us today. We look forward to supporting your next major construction related project!
Asphalt Paver
Pavers are a critical piece of construction equipment on any site. Our purpose-built construction cylinders deliver the reliable performance you need in rough, demanding operating environments.
- Apron Fold Cylinders
- Auger Cylinders
- Bogie Cylinders
- Extender Cylinders
- Frame Extension Cylinders
- Gate Cylinders
- Hopper Lift Cylinders
- Screed Extend Cylinders
- Screed Hoist Cylinders
- Slope Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Tow Point Cylinders
- Track Adjuster, Track Tensioner, Track Take-Up Cylinders
Automatic Slipform Concrete Paving Equipment
Designed for precision and longevity, our construction hydraulic cylinders keep your equipment operating reliably on the road.
- Conveyor Lift Cylinders
- Front Elevation Cylinders
- Rear Elevation Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
Backhoe Loaders
Hours of moving and pushing heavy materials place significant strain on backhoe loaders. We designed our construction hydraulic cylinders for reliable performance in demanding applications.
- 3-Point Hitch Lift Cylinders
- 3-Point Hitch Pitch Cylinders
- 3-Point Hitch Tilt Cylinders
- Arm Crowd Dipper Dipperstick Dip Stick Ditching Dig Cylinders
- Backhoe Boom Cylinders
- Backhoe Bucket Cylinders
- Backhoe Extendable / Telescopic Arm Stick Cylinders
- Boom Swing Cylinders
- Bucket (Multi-Purpose) Cylinders
- Bucket Clamshell Cylinders
- Grapple Thumb Cylinders
- Hydra-Leveling Cylinders
- Loader Boom Arm Lift Cylinders
- Loader Bottom Dump Cylinders
- Loader Bucket (4X1-6X1) Cylinders
- Loader Bucket Tilt Dump Cylinders
- Offset Boom Arm Cylinders
- Outrigger Stabilizer Jackleg Cylinders
- Quick Attach, Quick Coupler, Quick Hitch Cylinders
- Side Tipping Bucket Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Thumb, Bucket Clamp Cylinders
Concrete Batch, Cement Mixer Plant
Find the right solution for any type of batch plant equipment. An offering of standard and custom construction cylinder designs means you never have to worry about equipment compatibility.
- Mixer Drum Dump Cylinders
- Mixer Tilt Cylinders
Cement Mixer / Ready Mix / Concrete Trucks
Reliability and a rugged, double-acting design make our welded rod construction cylinders the right choice for your cement mixing equipment.
- Chute Fold Cylinders
- Chute Latch Cylinders
- Chute Lift Cylinders
- Tag Axle / Boost a Load / Nitrogen Charged Cylinders
- Tag Axle Wheel Lock Cylinders
Cold Planer, Crawler Mounted Pavement Millers
Choose from several construction cylinder designs to find the right fit for your planer attachment and other equipment components.
- Auger Cylinders
- Auxiliary Cylinders
- Conveyor Cylinders
- Elevation Cylinders
- Hood Tilt Cylinders
- Mold Board Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Tensioner Cylinders
Compact Track Loaders
Purpose-built cylinders deliver better performance when pushing and lifting heavy loads. We offer several options to meet your construction equipment needs.
- Blade Angle Cylinders
- Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Boom Arm Lift Hoist Cylinders
- Bucket (Multi-Purpose) Cylinders
- Bucket 4-in-1 Cylinders
- Bucket Tilt Dump Cylinders
- Combination Bucket Cylinders
- Grapple Bucket Cylinders
- Grapple, Bale Handler Grapple Cylinders
- High Tip Bucket Cylinders
- Quick Attach, Quick Coupler, Quick Hitch Cylinders
- Scrap Grapple Cylinders
- Self-Leveling Cylinders
- Track Adjuster, Track Tensioner, Track Take-Up Cylinders
Crawler Dozers
With a range of standard and custom construction cylinder designs available, we have a solution for crawl dozers of all sizes.
- Dozer Blade Angle Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Lift Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Pitch Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Ripper Lift Cylinders
- Ripper Pin Puller Cylinders
- Ripper Tilt Cylinders
Crawler Loaders
Our construction hydraulic cylinders withstand the rigors of heavy-duty digging and loading, helping you reduce downtime in the field.
- Boom Arm Lift Hoist Cylinders
- Bucket (Multi-Purpose) Cylinders
- Bucket Clamshell Cylinders
- Bucket Demolition Cylinders
- Bucket Tilt Dump Cylinders
- Cab Tilt Cylinders
- Dozer Angle Cylinders
- Dozer Lift Cylinders
- Dozer Tilt Cylinders
- Log Fork Cylinders
- Multi-Purpose Bucket Clam Cylinders
- Ripper Lift Cylinders
- Side Dump Bucket Cylinders
Excavators / Compact, Mini / Crawler / Tracked / Wheeled
Find compatible replacement cylinders for the industry’s top construction equipment brands. We have construction cylinders for blades, buckets, and other attachments.
- Arm Crowd Dipper Dipperstick Dip Stick Ditching Dig Cylinders
- Axle Oscillation Lock Cylinders
- Boom Lift Cylinders
- Boom Offset Cylinders
- Boom Swing Cylinders
- Boom Telescope, Extend & Retract Cylinders
- Bucket Cylinders
- Bucket Bottom Dump Cylinders
- Bucket Tilting Dump Cylinders
- Bucket Ditch Cleaning Cylinders
- Bucket Rotate Cylinders
- Cab Elevation Cylinders
- Cab Riser Cylinders
- Cab Tilt Cylinders
- Clamshell Cylinders
- Counterweight Lifting & Removal Cylinders
- Coupler Cylinders
- Crawler Widening Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Angle Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Lift Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Extendable Arm, Dipperstick
- Grapple Cylinders
- Hoist Cylinders
- Intermediate Boom Cylinders
- Lift Cylinders
- Off Set Boom Cylinders
- Outrigger Stabilizer Jackleg Cylinders
- Pin Puller Cylinders
- Quick Hitch, Attach, Coupler Cylinders
- Slew Bucket Cylinders
- Slide Variable Leg Widen / Shorten (Track) Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Thumb, Bucket Clamp Cylinders
- Tiltable Bucket Cylinders
- Tool Cylinders
- Track Adjuster, Track Tensioner, Track Take-Up Cylinders
- Track Frame Expander, Expansion, Extend, Extension Cylinders
- Variable Adjustable Boom Cylinders
Haul Truck, Off-Highway Dump - Articulated & Rigid
Dump truck telescopic cylinders have an innovative, performance-built design that withstands the toughest applications and environments.
- Cab Raise / Tilt Cylinders
- Cab Lockdown Cylinders
- Dump Hoist, Body Raise, Tipping Cylinders
- Ejector Cylinders
- Ride Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Suspension Front Cylinders
- Suspension Rear Cylinders
Landfill Compactor, Wheeled
Large and heavy landfill equipment needs a cylinder made to handle tough jobs. Our construction cylinders reliably handle extreme loads with precision.
- Dozer Blade Lift Cylinders
- Ripper Lift Cylinders
- Ripper Tilt Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
Light Tower
Telescopic cylinders come with anywhere from two to several stages for your light tower equipment. These construction cylinders provide smooth retracting and extending under all conditions.
- Boom Extend & Retract Cylinders
- Boom Tilt Cylinders
- Outrigger Stabilizer Jackleg Cylinders
- Tower Pivot Cylinders
- Tower Raising
Low Boy Trailers
Precise movement under heavy loads helps protect construction equipment from damage. Our hydraulic cylinders come in several styles and stroke lengths to fit any low boy trailer.
- Lift Cylinders
- Support Arm Cylinders
- Tilt Cylinders
- Trailer Jack Cylinders
Mini Track Loaders
Help your compact equipment perform like heavy-duty machinery with our purpose-built construction cylinders. Our products are compatible with all the top construction equipment brands.
- Blade Angle Cylinders
- Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Boom Arm Lift Hoist Cylinders
- Bucket (Multi-Purpose) Cylinders
- Bucket 4-in-1 Cylinders
- Bucket Tilt Dump Cylinders
- Combination Bucket Cylinders
- Grapple Bucket Cylinders
- Grapple, Bale Handler Grapple Cylinders
- High Tip Bucket Cylinders
- Quick Attach, Quick Coupler, Quick Hitch Cylinders
- Scrap Grapple Cylinders
- Self-Leveling Cylinders
- Track Adjuster, Track Tensioner, Track Take-Up Cylinders
Motor Graders
Our cylinders are proven to deliver superior, long-lasting performance in graders and heavy-duty construction equipment.
- Articulation Cylinders
- Blade Lift Cylinders
- Blade Side Shift Cylinders
- Blade Slide Cylinders
- Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Blade Tip Cylinders
- Center Shift, Conveyor Swing Cylinders
- Circle Side Shift Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Angle Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Lift Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Drawbar Side Shift Cylinders
- Front Blade or Scarifier Cylinders
- Leaning Cylinders
- Mid Mounted Scarifier Cylinders
- Ripper Lift Cylinders
- Side Shift Cylinders
- Scarifier Cylinders
- Snow Wing Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Wheel Lean Cylinders
- Work Tool Lift Cylinders
Padding Machines
Purpose-built cylinders improve equipment performance and withstand the challenging environments associated with laying pipelines.
- Conveyor Fold Cylinders
- Conveyor Lift Cylinders
- Discharge Lift Cylinders
- Elevator Lift Cylinders
Pipelayers
Precise holding and maneuvering are critical in pipe laying. Our construction cylinders have a robust design and come in standard and custom figurations to meet your exact performance needs.
- Boom Lift Cylinders
- Counterweight Cylinders
Rock Crushers
Designed to outlast the competition, our construction hydraulic cylinders can withstand any high pressure, high cycle, or high vibration application.
- Adjustment Arm Cylinders
- Clamp Cylinders
- Clearing Cylinders
- Lock Post Cylinders
Scrapers
We manufacture standard and custom cylinders in a range of sizes and styles. Get better performance with purpose-built cylinders for vertically moving hoppers.
- Apron Cylinders
- Bail Cylinders
- Bowl Lift Cylinders
- Cushion-Hitch Load Cylinders
- Ejector Cylinders
- Ejector Gate Cylinders
- Floor Cylinders
- Lift Gate Cylinders
- Ride Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Wheel Frame Cylinders
Shoring
Our construction cylinders have the rugged design and reliable holding power necessary for hydraulic shoring equipment.
- Brace Extend Cylinders
- Holding Cylinders
Skid-Steer Loaders
With a range of bore sizes and stroke lengths available, you are sure to find the right cylinder for your standard or compact skid-steer loader.
- Blade Angle Cylinders
- Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Boom Arm Lift Hoist Cylinders
- Bucket (Multi-Purpose) Cylinders
- Bucket 4-in-1 Cylinders
- Bucket Tilt Dump Cylinders
- Combination Bucket Cylinders
- Grapple Bucket Cylinders
- Grapple, Bale Handler Grapple Cylinders
- High Tip Bucket Cylinders
- Quick Attach, Quick Coupler, Quick Hitch Cylinders
- Scrap Grapple Cylinders
- Self-Leveling Cylinders
Soil Compactor
Our welded construction cylinders have a robust, flexible design to help your soil compacting equipment work longer and minimize downtime.
- Dozer Blade Lift Cylinders
- Dozer Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
Stump Grinders
A sturdy design makes our construction hydraulic cylinders the right choice for your high-vibration tree removal equipment.
- Extension / Depth Cylinders
- Boom Lift Cylinders
- Boom Swing Cylinders
- Cutting Head Cylinders
Tree Spades
Our construction equipment cylinders are built to last and withstand the demands of constant digging, lifting, and moving.
- Blade Cylinders
- Boom Cylinders
- Gate Cylinders
- Tower Cylinders
Trencher
Improve equipment performance with our heavy-duty construction cylinders. We offer standard and custom designs for trenchers and attachments.
- Attitude Cylinders
- Backfill Blade Angle Cylinders
- Backfill Blade Lift Cylinders
- Backfill Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Crumber Cylinders
- Outrigger Stabilizer Jackleg Cylinders
- Plow Blade Steering Cylinders
- Plow Lift Cylinders
- Plow Swing Cylinders
- Reel Carrier Lift Cylinders
- Ripper Blade Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Swing Cylinders
- Trencher Boom Lift Cylinders
Vibratory Compactor
Constant jolting and vibration can accelerate wear on equipment components. We designed our purpose-built construction cylinders to withstand these conditions, improving performance and reducing downtime.
- Drum Vibration Cylinders
- Leveling Blade Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
Wheel Dozer
Purpose-built cylinders deliver unmatched performance and reliability in wheel dozers and heavy construction equipment. Choose from standard or custom designs to meet your needs.
- Blade Lift Cylinders
- Blade Tip Cylinders
- Blade Tilt Cylinders
- Pitch Cylinders
- Ripper Lift Cylinders
- Ripper Tilt Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
Wheel Loaders (and Tool Carrier Option)
Front-end loader cylinders handle your heavy-duty construction and demolition applications without sacrificing performance.
- Boom Arm Lift Hoist Cylinders
- Bucket Clamshell Cylinders
- Bucket Tilt Dump Cylinders
- Grapple Bucket Cylinders
- High-Tipping Bucket Cylinders
- Log Fork Cylinders
- Log Grapple Cylinders
- Log Pusher / Timber Shover Cylinders
- Lumber Clamp Cylinders
- Multi-Purpose Bucket Clam Cylinders
- Pin Coupler Cylinders
- Quick Attach, Quick Coupler, Quick Hitch Cylinders
- Self-Leveling Cylinders
- Side Dump / Tipping Bucket Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
Wheel Material Handler
Our construction hydraulic cylinders are designed for the heavy-duty demands of wheel material handling equipment. Lift and move everything from wood chips to large pieces of scrap metal with confidence.
- Adjustable Cab Riser Cylinders
- Arm Crowd Dipper Dipperstick Dip Stick Ditching Dig Cylinders
- Blade Cylinders
- Boom Cylinders
- Bucket Cylinders
- Coupler Cylinders
- Oscillating Axle Lock Cylinders
- Outrigger Stabilizer Jackleg Cylinders
- Steering Cylinders
- Variable Adjustable Boom Cylinders