HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS FOR OIL & GAS AND PETROCHEMICAL
Sector
Oil & gas and petrochemical are sectors served by Silvio Fossa S.p.A. with custom hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, tested and certified before delivery.
In oil & gas and petrochemicals, cylinders often work in extreme climates and in plants where reliability and documentation are essential requirements.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
- Drilling equipment and pipe handling
- Actuators for valves and safety systems
- Accumulators for emergency circuits and energy reserves
- Lifting and handling in refineries and petrochemical plants
SECTOR REQUIREMENTS
- Extreme conditions: seals and materials chosen for operating temperatures and fluids
- Reliability: design with FEM and fatigue analysis and tests up to 1.500 bar
- Documentation: certified, traceable materials and level 2 non-destructive testing in-house
- Standards: designs to European or American standards or the customer's specifications
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
- Piston accumulators: for energy reserves and emergency circuits
- Double acting cylinders: for actuation controlled in both directions
- Single acting and plunger cylinders: for one-way thrust and lifting
- Telescopic cylinders: for long strokes in tight spaces
- Revamping: to rebuild cylinders from any manufacturer
Capabilities
| Max bore | Up to 2.500 mm |
|---|---|
| Max length | Up to 15.000 mm |
| Max assembled weight | Up to 100 tons |
| Tests | Static and dynamic, up to 1.500 bar |
| Engineering | In-house: solid design, parametric configuration, FEM and fatigue analysis |
| Certifications | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 |
| Production | Two large areas in Northern Italy |
Preparing an oil & gas or petrochemical specification
An enquiry for actuation, handling or energy storage should describe the role of the component in the circuit. Include fluid, temperatures, pressure, duty cycle and available space. List standards, customer specifications and required documents separately so that the technical assessment can address the actual application.
Frequently asked questions
Does Silvio Fossa S.p.A. make cylinders for the oil & gas and petrochemical sectors?+
Yes. It is one of the sectors served by Silvio Fossa S.p.A., together with metals, steel, test machines, petrochemical, naval, offshore, energy, cement and drilling industry.
What documents come with a cylinder for oil & gas?+
Cylinders are delivered with material certification and traceability, together with the results of the static and dynamic tests carried out before shipment.
What is the maximum size?+
Components up to 3.000 mm diameter and 15.000 mm length can be machined, and cylinders and components weighing up to 100 tons can be assembled.
How are the cylinders tested before delivery?+
Static and dynamic tests are performed up to 1.500 bar, simulating the final application. Materials undergo certified controls, including level 2 non-destructive tests carried out in-house.
Can an existing cylinder be replaced or revamped?+
Yes. Silvio Fossa S.p.A. offers a complete revamping service for all kinds of cylinders, both its own and those of other manufacturers.
How should an oil & gas enquiry be prepared?+
Describe the component function, circuit, fluid and operating conditions. Include drawings, installation space and documentation requirements, explicitly stating any required standards or customer specifications.
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