Victor Hydraulics sets new benchmark for industry
New Zealand’s principal manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, Victor Hydraulics, has recently achieved the prestigious John Deere industry standard – a first for hydraulic cylinder manufacturers in New Zealand.
The achievement is the result of five years of extensive product and process improvement for Victor Hydraulics, enabling the company to thrive in a challenging economic environment.
“A few years ago, like every other company, we found ourselves in the midst of a global recession,” says sales and business development manager Darryl May. “While this presented a number of challenges, it also provided an opportune time for us to focus on the core values that have driven Victor for over 60 years – innovation, quality and delivery.
“The John Deere JDS-G223 quality standard champions customer service, design, quality, cost and on-time in-full delivery, setting a high benchmark in our industry and providing us a further point of difference in the global market.”
Victor Hydraulic supports a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, construction, container handling, marine, mining and transportation industries, and is the only hydraulic cylinder business in Australasia to be ISO 9001 accredited for the design, manufacture and supply of hydraulic cylinders.
“Application-specific, custom-built cylinders represent over 90 percent of what we do,” says Mr May. “We are continually working with customers throughout New Zealand, Australia and further afield, to understand key areas of performance that could be significantly improved through the development of new technology.
“This ensures design and manufacturing excellence that is continually relevant to the changing market.”
With an expert in-house design and engineering team, Victor Hydraulics has developed innovative software and machine technology – as well as more streamlined ‘lean manufacturing’ work processes – to ensure consistency of quality and supply, and competitive manufacturing lead times.
Mr May says their focus continues to be on a programme of product and process improvement. “We are coming out of the recession in a strong position. We have grown our staff-base from 20 during the recession to 60 full-time staff. We are also investing in new machinery, with significant capital plant investment, and have recently diversified to include aluminium cylinders, alongside our stock and customised steel and stainless steel options.”
Victor Hydraulics has also recently released its new phasing cylinder – designed specifically for agricultural applications – to the market after successful field trials. “The new design has the ability to synchronise multiple cylinders, which is critical for the optimal performance of a range of agricultural machinery and applications – from rotary cutters to seed drills,” says Mr May.
“The quality-phased system has been field-tested both here and across the Tasman to ensure optimal performance in a range of climates and soil types. The unanimous results of these trials have shown excellent performance in all criteria, across a range of pasture types, making it ideal for Australian and Kiwi farming environments.
“It is just one of a range of new material trials and programmes planned by Victor Hydraulics for this year, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry.”
To discuss how Victor can add value to your business, please visit www.victor.co.nz or call 03 344 2700.
New Zealand’s principal manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, Victor Hydraulics, has recently achieved the prestigious John Deere industry standard – a first for hydraulic cylinder manufacturers in New Zealand.
The achievement is the result of five years of extensive product and process improvement for Victor Hydraulics, enabling the company to thrive in a challenging economic environment.
“A few years ago, like every other company, we found ourselves in the midst of a global recession,” says sales and business development manager Darryl May. “While this presented a number of challenges, it also provided an opportune time for us to focus on the core values that have driven Victor for over 60 years – innovation, quality and delivery.
“The John Deere JDS-G223 quality standard champions customer service, design, quality, cost and on-time in-full delivery, setting a high benchmark in our industry and providing us a further point of difference in the global market.”
Victor Hydraulic supports a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, construction, container handling, marine, mining and transportation industries, and is the only hydraulic cylinder business in Australasia to be ISO 9001 accredited for the design, manufacture and supply of hydraulic cylinders.
“Application-specific, custom-built cylinders represent over 90 percent of what we do,” says Mr May. “We are continually working with customers throughout New Zealand, Australia and further afield, to understand key areas of performance that could be significantly improved through the development of new technology.
“This ensures design and manufacturing excellence that is continually relevant to the changing market.”
With an expert in-house design and engineering team, Victor Hydraulics has developed innovative software and machine technology – as well as more streamlined ‘lean manufacturing’ work processes – to ensure consistency of quality and supply, and competitive manufacturing lead times.
Mr May says their focus continues to be on a programme of product and process improvement. “We are coming out of the recession in a strong position. We have grown our staff-base from 20 during the recession to 60 full-time staff. We are also investing in new machinery, with significant capital plant investment, and have recently diversified to include aluminium cylinders, alongside our stock and customised steel and stainless steel options.”
Victor Hydraulics has also recently released its new phasing cylinder – designed specifically for agricultural applications – to the market after successful field trials. “The new design has the ability to synchronise multiple cylinders, which is critical for the optimal performance of a range of agricultural machinery and applications – from rotary cutters to seed drills,” says Mr May.
“The quality-phased system has been field-tested both here and across the Tasman to ensure optimal performance in a range of climates and soil types. The unanimous results of these trials have shown excellent performance in all criteria, across a range of pasture types, making it ideal for Australian and Kiwi farming environments.
“It is just one of a range of new material trials and programmes planned by Victor Hydraulics for this year, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry.”
To discuss how Victor can add value to your business, please visit www.victor.co.nz or call 03 344 2700.
