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Modular hydraulic cylinders set standards for the future of heavy-duty construction machinery

CFRP hybrid cylinder for heavy-duty applications: lightweight, smart and sustainable

In a world where heavy-duty machines must perform at peak efficiency while conserving resources and the environment, Liebherr's modular hydraulic cylinders drive sustainable, high-performance applications. Our future-ready cylinders offer the opportunity to open upnew fields of applications and meet increasingly stringent regulations and growing requirements.The sensor technology approachalso contributes to the future of autonomous construction machinery.

With a team of experts and state-of-the-art production facilities, the Liebherr-Components product segment develops hydraulic cylinders at its site in Oberopfingen, Germany.

What makes our hydraulic cylinders unique?

Lightweight

By using carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP), we can significantly reduce the weight of our hydraulic cylinders, which increases machine performance and reduces CO2 emissions.

Smart

The integrated sensor technology monitors the condition of hydraulic cylinders in real time, enables predictive maintenance and paves the way for automation and autonomous construction machinery.

Sustainable

Our hydraulic cylinders offer maximum efficiency while reducing environmental impact and are a forward-looking solution for industries that want to achieve both performance and sustainability targets.

Longlasting & robust

The cylinders are characterized by durability, repairability and a sustainable design concept for maximum service life and cost-effectiveness.

Lightweight design

Another focus of Liebherr's innovation lies on lightweight design. By using carbon-fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) among other weight-saving design methods, we are able to significantly reduce the weight of our hydraulic cylinders, thereby increasing machine performance and reducing CO2 emissions. This allows, for example, longer booms, more agile movement and an overall improvement in energy efficiency. Our innovative design enables seamless integration with existing equipment.

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Future-proof piston rod coatings

To further extend cylinder life, Liebherr is working on the development of advanced coatings for piston rods to improve corrosion and wear resistance, while adhering to stringent environmental standards such as REACH, which limits the use of chromium(VI) in the near future.

This proactive approach ensures that customers will be able to meet future requirements for construction equipment in time.

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Sensor solutions

Liebherr is also advancing predictive maintenance by integrating pressure and temperature sensors that monitor the condition and performance of hydraulic cylinders in real-time.

The technology helps to detect wear early, to prevent failures, to optimise maintenance schedules and minimise unplanned downtime. This does not only increase machine safety and efficiency but also extends the component life. The sensor approach is fundamental to the future of autonomous construction machines.

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Sustainable design concept

Our hydraulic cylinders are built to last, proving an exceptional repairability. Their design enables quick and reliable repairs, allowing for high machine uptimeand reduced resource consumption over time.

  • Designed on 3D CAD programs to suit the application, in accordance with industry standards and regulations
  • Cylinders are designed to withstand the load required by the customer
  • Component dimensions verified with 3D measurement programs
  • Years of experience and application expertise in the building construction and civil engineering industry
  • All hydraulic cylinders and proven materials have been recalculated according to Liebherr’s calculation standards, which include precise load assumptions, fatigue strength analysis, and safety factors, ensuring full compliance with construction industry safety specifications
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Lightweight CFRP solutions

Discover lightweight construction solutions made of fibre composite materials such as carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP).
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Research area

With a view to the future, we are constantly working to further develop our hydraulic components with great innovative strength.
Research area

Kirchdorf (Germany)

At our production site in Kirchdorf an der Iller we have been producing and developing hydraulic cylinders since 1953.
Kirchdorf location