Projects
Below is a selection of the projects that the mechanics and engineers of Hydrocare have carried out successfully.
Below is a selection of the projects that the mechanics and engineers of Hydrocare have carried out successfully.
Project Update | Offshore Hydraulic Systems 🚧
We’re currently in the final phase of a major upgrade for the ballast system of an offshore pontoon in collaboration with EDR Antwerp Shipyard.
Over the past period, our team has completed the installation of around 8 kilometers of hydraulic piping. All existing lines were fully removed and replaced with new stainless steel piping, including the supply and installation of new fittings and valves. A complete renewal, executed with precision and safety as top priorities.
Our approach makes the difference:
✔️ Fast and solid work preparation
✔️ Daily status updates with all stakeholders
✔️ Continuous budget control
✔️ Flexible scaling of the team throughout the project
Proud of the teamwork and craftsmanship that is currently bringing this complex offshore job to the finish line. Do you have a new challenge for our team? Contact EDR Antwerp Shipyard or me directly🌊⚙️
Hydraulic pumps and motors repaired and tested at our Oisterwijk (NL) facility. ⚙️
🔧 Hydraulic pumps and motors are the heart of any hydraulic system. When they fail, downtime quickly becomes costly.
At Hydrocare B.V., we specialise in the repair and overhaul of hydraulic pumps and motors, restoring them to OEM specifications and often extending their service life beyond expectations. From detailed diagnostics and precision machining to high-quality components and rigorous testing, every repair is handled with care and expertise.
Whether it’s wear, contamination, leakage, or performance loss, our focus is simple:
✔ Reliable repairs
✔ Short lead times
✔ Long-term performance
💪Because repairing isn’t just about fixing what’s broken it’s about keeping systems running efficiently and predictably.
𝙒𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙚𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. 🎓
This week we proudly celebrate that all of our team members who completed studies next to their work have received their diplomas and every one of them is staying with Hydrocare. A fantastic outcome for our people and for the business.
Their qualifications span from business studies to technical programs such as mechatronics. Several colleagues will continue their education (part-time) including master’s studies at Tilburg University and bachelor’s at Avans University of Applied Sciences while contributing daily to our operations.
The new school year has also started in the Netherlands, and we’ve welcomed a fresh group of studying colleagues to Hydrocare. Will they stay with us too? Come back in a few months and find out. 😉
Interested in joining our education program or learning about career opportunities at Hydrocare? Contact us:
✉️ info@hydrocare.com
𝙆𝙚𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮: 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙙𝙖𝙮 🔍
Yesterday, our team held an inspection day on board, during which we checked everything from deck machinery to steering gear. Our technicians carried out thorough visual checks, functional tests and documentation to detect wear, leaks or potential points of failure before they lead to costly downtime.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻:
· System integrity checks (full system tests and visual inspections).
· Operational tests of winches and hydraulic units.
· Cleanliness, containment and safe working practices.
· Clear, actionable findings and recommended next steps for the ship’s management.
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:
Proactive inspections keep the crew safe, the equipment reliable and the work on schedule > saving time and money in the long run.
Would you like to reduce unplanned downtime and extend the service life of your equipment? Contact us and we’ll tailor an inspection and maintenance plan that fits your fleet.
🔹 Efficient maintenance.
🔹 Tailored craftsmanship.
🔹 Smart solutions for inland shipping.
💬 Do you have a hydraulic challenge on board? Don’t hesitate to get in touch, we are happy to think along with you!
🚢🔧 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙪𝙥𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢!
Our team recently reinstalled a telescopic cylinder on an inland vessel. A job where we also took the opportunity to replace the hydraulic hoses so the system back goes back to top condition. ✅
Thanks to the dedication of our technical team, everything is now safe, reliable, and completed right on schedule.
This means:
🔹 Efficient maintenance.
🔹 Tailored craftsmanship.
🔹 Smart solutions for inland shipping.
💬 Do you have a hydraulic challenge on board? Don’t hesitate to get in touch, we are happy to think along with you!
Last week on board, we overhauled the hydraulic system of a rescue boat davit. This includes:
🚀 Bigger accumulator installed – for top-tier pressure storage.
🔍 Brand-new filter & gauges – spot-on readings in any condition.
🛢️ Fresh hydraulic oil – clean fluid for peak performance.
🔄 All hoses replaced – flexibility and safety locked in.
🔧 New ball valve fitted – leak-proof flow restored.
🎛️ Upgraded manual control valve – smooth hand-operation guaranteed.
Thanks to these upgrades, the system is now 100% operational and ready to power the next voyage—no hiccups, no delays! ⚓
This week, our team at Hydrocare successfully completed the full overhaul of 17 hydraulic cylinders – with the final two wrapped up today and ready to head back to the client.
Thanks to these revisions, our customers can rely once again on leak-free, efficient, and durable systems on board.
🔧 Tailored overhauls.
Each cylinder was thoroughly inspected, refurbished, repainted, and pressure-tested to meet exact specifications.
⚙️ Is your equipment due for a check-up?
Get in touch to learn how we can keep your systems performing at their best.
A malfunction in the hydraulic system can lead to unexpected downtime, safety risks, and additional costs. This week, we overhauled and transformed a hydraulic winch completely, making an immediate impact on board and delivering tangible benefits for our client.
Condition before overhaul:
❌ Advanced corrosion on the control unit, fittings, and bolts.
❌ Worn hydraulic pump and motor, hoses and couplings.
❌ Persistent oil-leaks and rising downtime risks.
Results after overhaul:
✅Maximum reliability.
Complete hydraulic pump and motor overhaul.
All manual valves replaced with industrial-grade, CE-marked components.
Brand-new, heat- and pressure resistant hydraulic hose assembly.
✅Safety & maintenance ease.
Leak-free operation with premium sealing materials.
Clear color-coding and tagging for rapid identification during inspections.
✅Operational efficiency.
Shorter maintenance intervals and reduced operating costs.
Lower risk of downtime, increasing sailing time and customer satisfaction.
Thanks to this upgrade, our client now enjoys an optimally performing ship, confident that the hydraulic controls will operate flawlessly—even under the most demanding conditions.
During a mid-life overhaul of a vessel from one of our trusted clients we have replaced the hydraulic pipework of the hatch covers.
In less then a week we have drained the hydraulic system, removed the old pipes, hoses and supports and placed new supports with brackets and pipework. As the hatches were closed we had the platform for working in the most efficient way to secure a cost effective workaround.
During the first test the hatch covers could be opened without any problem for the shipyard team to work in the cargo holds again.
Great teamwork make great results.
Our hose assembly center in Oisterwijk is bustling with activity as we crimp hoses of all sizes and lengths for clients across various industries. This morning, our team came together to assemble around 500 hoses for one of our esteemed OEM clients.
Proudly serving as the official distributor of Indunorm Hydraulik GmbH in The Netherlands, we offer a competitive range of top-notch products. This particular delivery also includes 32 cylinders and 8 HPU’s, all meticulously crafted by our skilled craftsmen in our workshops.
Our team recently completed the successful replacement of hydraulic pipework on the stern ramp of a RoRo vessel. After a thorough inspection ahead of dry dock maintenance, we efficiently drained the oil, removed the old pipes, and installed the new hydraulic route. Thanks to our precise work, we finished the project ahead of schedule, allowing ample time for the installation of new cables before departure.
We are proud to announce the completion of a challenging project for a dredger operating at a gold mine in the Pacific Ocean. Our expertise in hydraulic systems contributed to the optimal performance of the dredging equipment in this unique maritime environment.
Do you need a hydraulic partner for your dredging equipment? Contact us today to discover how we can support you with our customized hydraulic solutions.
On a Saturday morning in rainy Antwerp we have replaced the pipework of several mooring winches of a RoRo vessel. The client was short in time so preparation was a key factor in this case.
We hoisted our fully packed mobile workshop container on the weather deck at 07.00a.m. to start the job.
After depressurizing the system and draining the pipework we have removed the old pipework.
Our dedicated team has fabricated and welded the new pipework on-site to ensure the quickest possible service.
All new pipes fitted perfect so after installation the testing of the system, a firm “approved” was stamped on our work report.
Last month, our team overhauled the cylinders that adjust the height of the wheelhouse of an inland cruise ship. We were on location in Lyon at the agreed time to remove a total of 5 cylinders. We temporarily fixed the wheelhouse at the ideal height so that the ship could continue its weekly voyage with 150 passengers on board. During this week the cylinders were completely overhauled in our workshop.
When the ship returned to the same location a week later to disembark the excited guests and prepare the ship for the next voyage, we rebuilt the cylinders and carried out major maintenance on the hydraulic unit. The pump, filters and oil were replaced.
After the system was tested and found to be good, our technicians shook hands with a satisfied captain and drove back home.
During a short layover in one our near ports have replaced the ram seals of the steering gear from a large container ship. The rams showed leakages during our initial inspection and we have advised the owner to replace the seals.
As prepared as we can be for these urgent jobs we were able to supply and install the seals within 48 hours after our initial visit. After the installation we have tested the steering performance extensively together with the chief engineer on board.
We advise our clients to let our specialists perform health-checks of their steering gears on a regular basis. A small leak can lead to major problems of the situation is not addressed promptly.
During a planned stop of a container ship of one of our customers, we carried out maintenance work on the rescue boat crane in a very short amount of time. During the initial inspection it turned out that several compontents of the emergancy system, as well as approximately 80 hydraulic hoses, were in urgent need of replacement.
To get to the rescue boat into the water during a power outage if a man is overboard, an accumulator has been installed on the crane. The energy stored in the accumulator can be used in an emergency to turn and lower the rescue boat outside the ship with the crane. After our super-fast intervention, this system is safe and operational again.
We have been asked to carry out maintenance on a hydraulic unit that serves the ballast valves of a large container ship. During the first inspection we found that the pumps were leaking because the oil was coming up through the bellhousing. This explained why the tank lid was wet. During the tests carried out it also turned out that the pumps did not build up enough pressure and that the accumulators from 2007 were defective.
At the customer’s request, we replaced the pumps including the motor couplings and bellhousing, as well as the 2 50 liter accumulators.
Naturally, when replacing the pumps, we completely cleaned the tank and filled it with new oil and replaced the filters.
Finally, the system was fully tested and everything again ran in accordance with the specifications set by the manufacturer. The entire job took just 2 days from the first inspection to the final test.
Our technicians have conducted a thorough inspection of the hose system of a compressor experiencing CO2 and nitrogen leakage over the past week. Following the inspection, we provided service ensuring each component was meticulously assessed, with worn-out hoses replaced and existing ones carefully cleaned.
Additionally, we performed a crucial maintenance task by replacing 700 liters of oil, enhancing the system’s performance and reliability, ensuring it continues to operate optimally.
If you are also facing hydraulic issues, we are here to assist you. Feel free to contact us to discuss your specific needs and explore how we can support you.
Provision cranes on ships are used to lift goods for the ship itself, not for the cargo to be transported. We work on these cranes every week and during this specific project we replaced or overhauled all hydraulic parts.
We have replaced all pipes, hoses, valves, ball valves, the accumulator, the pump and the oil. The lifting cylinder has been overhauled by us and fitted with a new nickel/chrome cylinder rod.
Overhaul and modification of a nitrogen cylinder. All cylinders were tested on the specially made test set-up after repair. DNV has ensured that the tests were carried out as prescribed by the customer
For this customer we have overhauled this 14 Ballast valve actuator / powerpack.
For this customer we measured all hoses and installed the new hoses in a very short period of time.
This cylinder was newly made in the workshop. The rod is turned, the eye is welded to the casing, the casing is welded and the eye is welded to the casing. This has been tested and then provided with paint.
In the port of Antwerp, the lifting cylinder was replaced after the star disaster of a motor boat. The eye of the rod had been torn off the old cylinder. The customer provided a new cylinder himself and Hydro Care ensured that it was carefully replaced. The Sternramp was tested after the cylinder was placed and Hydro Care ensured that it functions properly after the new cylinder was placed. The old cylinder was taken to the workshop to overhaul.
the complaint of an anchor winch of a ship was that this oil was leaking from the gearbox to the outside. First, the cause and where the oil came out was searched for. After this a plan was made and we started removing the parts to eventually be able to get to the oil seal to replace it. The link shaft bearings between the drive and the sprocket were also very bad. These were drawn on a drawing and manufactured within 1 day and reassembled with all other parts so that the ship could quickly resume its journey.
