
As a world leader in the manufacture of hydraulic cylinders, piston accumulators and visco-elastic shock absorbers, Douce hydro boasts some of the most extensive production facilities on the market. Our commitment to manufacturing is reflected in :
Unrivalled production capacity:
- A vast 24,000 mยฒ production site;
- A 3,520 mยฒ assembly hall completed in 2010;
- Lifting capacity up to 80 tons;
- A modern, competitive fleet of CNC machines;
- Autonomy in rod coating processes, KERADOUCEยฎ, METALTEKยฎ, LASERTEKยฎ.

Unrivalled technical expertise:
- Mastery of the most advanced manufacturing technologies, guaranteeing high-precision, high-performance products;
- Rigorous processes and strict quality controls at every stage of production, for increased reliability and safety;
- Scrupulous compliance with current standards and regulations, ensuring that our products meet international requirements.
Remarkable flexibility and adaptability:
- We can produce cylinders and accumulators of any size and complexity to meet your specific requirements;
- Development of customized solutions, the fruit of close collaboration with our customers to design products perfectly adapted to their applications;
- A high level of integration for controlled production lead times and optimum responsiveness.
An unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction:
- High-quality, reliable products designed for durability and consistent performance;
- Full traceability and certification of each product for better management and increased safety;
- Attentive, responsive customer service, attentive to your needs and ready to support you throughout your project.
Manufacturing Capacities | Production Capacities | |
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Turning & Boring Turning and Boring |
Up to 2400 mm / 94.5 inches external diameter Up to 27000 mm / 88.5 feet in length |
Up to 2400 mm outside diameter Up to 27000 mm in length |
Honing (vertical) Lapping (vertical) |
Up to 1200 mm / 48 inches inside diameter Up to 27000 mm / 88.5 feet in length |
Up to 1200 mm inside diameter Up to 27000 mm in length |
Milling & Drilling Milling & Drilling |
Up to 17230 mm / 57 feet in length Up to 5060 mm / 17 feet high Up to 2350 mm / 8 feet wide |
Up to 17230 mm in length Up to 5060 mm high Up to 2350 mm wide |
Grinding Rectification |
Up to 900 mm diameter / 35 inches Up to 30000 mm / 98 feet in length |
Up to 900 mm diameter Up to 30000 mm in length |
Polishing Polishing |
Up to 900 mm diameter / 35 inches Up to 24000 mm / 80 feet in length |
Up to 900 mm diameter Up to 24000 mm in length |
Welding Welding |
TIG / GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), MIG / GMAW(Gas Metal Arc Welding), SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) | TIG / GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), MIG / GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) |
Painting Paint |
250 mยฒ | 250 mยฒ |
Hydraulic Test Capabilities Hydraulic test benches |
Capacity : 24 000 liters = 2110 Gal Flow: 470 liters/min = 124 Gal/min Power: 600 Kw Booster Pump: 700 bar = 10150 PSI |
Capacity: 24,000 liters Flow rate: 470 litres/min Power: 600 Kw Booster pump: 700 bar |