HEMS

What HEMS does

HEMS Ltd (Heavy Equipment Maintenance Solutions Ltd) is a UK-based specialist manufacturer and supplier of niche heavy equipment maintenance tooling, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire. The company designs and produces an integrated portfolio of hydraulic and mechanical maintenance equipment, including master pin pushers, track presses, hydraulic torque wrenches, stationary and portable cylinder repair benches (HCS series, PCRB-4000), automatic digital cylinder testers (HE-ADCT series) compliant with ISO 10100:2020, oil filtration units (HE-MF series) achieving 99.998% filtration efficiency, hose coupling machines, workshop presses (15-500 ton capacity), engine stands, and lifting jacks. Its technology stack is centered on electro-hydraulic systems with proprietary differentiating features such as auto-feeding honing oil through drive shaft, self-centering tube holders, PARKER ICount PD sensor integration for contamination detection, and CE-certified portable one-man operation designs targeting remote-location field repairs.

The company serves five primary verticals — mining, construction, oil and gas/petrochemical, agriculture, and marine — plus a secondary channel of heavy equipment OEM dealer networks (CAT, Liebherr, Komatsu, Volvo). HEMS operates a hybrid go-to-market combining direct enterprise sales (phone, email, callback requests) with an international dealer and representative network spanning 108 countries. Revenue is generated through one-time capital equipment hardware sales (no public pricing; quote-based with multi-year contract structures), with accessories, spare parts, and aftermarket consumables as supporting streams. The business is privately held with no disclosed external funding, no subsidiaries, and no public ownership structure; revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

HEMS

Legal name

Heavy Equipment Maintenance Solutions Ltd.

Website

https://hemsltd.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HEMS Ltd is a UK-based specialist manufacturer of niche heavy equipment maintenance tooling — track presses, hydraulic cylinder repair benches, oil filtration units, and workshop presses — serving mining, construction, oil and gas, agriculture, and marine operators across 108 countries via dealer and direct sales channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Chandlers Ford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Heavy Equipment Maintenance Tools and Equipment: Sale of specialized hydraulic tooling and heavy equipment maintenance equipment including track presses, cylinder repair benches, oil filtration units, workshop presses, engine stands, and related accessories. Products are sold as one-time capital equipment purchases with optional accessories and spare parts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HEMS (Heavy Equipment Maintenance Solutions Ltd.) manufactures and supplies specialized heavy equipment maintenance tooling and equipment, including hydraulic cylinder repair kits (PCRB-4000), track presses, oil filtration units, workshop presses, hose coupling machines, engine repair stands, and lifting jacks. The company serves mining, construction, oil and gas, agriculture, and marine industries through a global dealer network across 108 countries and direct sales channels.

Product overview

HEMS (Heavy Equipment Maintenance Solutions) Ltd is a UK-based specialist manufacturer and supplier of heavy equipment maintenance tooling serving construction, agriculture, oil and gas, marine, and mining industries worldwide. The company offers an integrated portfolio of products organized around key maintenance categories: (1) Undercarriage Repair Tooling including Track Press, Hydraulic Torque Wrench, Track Winder, Roller Conveyor System, Hydraulic Pin Puller, Sprocket Puller, and Master Pin Pushers (HEPP series); (2) Hydraulic Cylinder Repair Solutions comprising Portable Kits (PCRB-4000), Stationary Benches, Automatic Testers (HCT, HE-ADCT series), and Honing Machines (HEM CH14); (3) Oil Filtration Units (HE-MF series) for moisture and particle removal; (4) Hose Coupling Machines (HEMM/HCM series) for hose assembly and cutting; (5) Engine Repair Stands for rotating and holding engines during maintenance; (6) Workshop Presses (HE-VP vertical H-frame series) ranging 15-500 tons; and (7) Lifting Jacks (100 ton capacity). Products are CE certified where applicable and sold through a global dealer network across 108 countries. The portfolio operates as a unified toolkit for workshop and field maintenance, with portable options for remote operations and stationary equipment for fixed workshops.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undercarriage Repair Tooling Comprehensive range of undercarriage maintenance equipment including Track Press, Hydraulic Torque Wrench, Track Winder, Roller Conveyor System, Hydraulic Pin Puller, Sprocket Puller, and Dual Action Press for track repair operations on heavy equipment such as excavators and dozers.
• Master Pin Pushers (HEPP Series) Heavy-duty portable track press equipment for pressing and removing pins from track links. Includes HEPP 65T (65 ton) and HEPP 100T (100 ton) models for various undercarriage repair applications on heavy machinery.
• PCRB-4000 Portable Hydraulic Cylinder Repair Kit Lightweight, fully portable cylinder repair bench with hydraulic hand-operated valve ratchet mechanism and hydraulic power pack. One-man operation design with cylinder extracting capacity up to 1.0 meter (extensible to 3 meters), max barrel diameter 200mm, and 1 ton weight capacity. Designed for field repairs in remote locations.
• Hydraulic Cylinder Servicers (HCS Series) Stationary hydraulic cylinder repair benches including HCS-25-LS, HCS-30, HCS-40, HCS-60, HCS-60-L, and HCS-2520 models. Provide torque capacity from 25,000 to 60,000 lb-ft for removing threaded glands and piston retaining nuts, with various cylinder length and diameter capacities. CE certified.
• Hydraulic Cylinder Testers (HCT Series) High volume, high pressure hydraulic testing equipment. HCT-3000 offers 3000 PSI testing capacity; HCT-5000 offers 5000 PSI testing capacity with 15 HP motor. Designed to guarantee cylinder repairs before reinstallation. CE certified.
• Automatic Digital Cylinder Testers (HE-ADCT Series) Automated digital cylinder testers made in compliance with ISO 10100:2020 standards with contamination level detection (ISO 4406 compliant). Models include HE-ADCT-01 (400L tank, 450 bar) and HE-ADCT-02 (650L tank, 415 bar) with semi-automatic and manual modes, USB interface for program backup, and controlled flushing reporting.
• Oil Filtration Units (HE-MF Series) High-end oil filtration and low vacuum dehydration systems for removing dissolved, emulsified, and free moisture from oil. Models include HE-MF-15 (fine particle removal), HE-MF-20 (solid and moisture removal), and HE-MF-40 (mobile unit with contamination reader). Achieve NAS 4-5 cleanliness class with 99.998% filtration efficiency.
• HEM CH14 Cylinder Honing Machine Hydraulic cylinder tube honing machine with electric over hydraulic full automation design. Features auto-feeding honing oil through drive shaft, self-centering tube holder, and self-tensioning mechanism. Operates on 410V, 10HP, 3Ph, 50/60Hz with 3.5 to 2.1 inch bore range.
• Hose Coupling Machines (HEMM/HCM Series) Hose coupling and cutting machines in various configurations. Models include HEMM500-AB (500T, 6-51mm range), HEMM76 (650T, 6-76mm), HEMM102 (750T, 6-102mm), HEMM150 (650T, 6-150mm), HEMM120, HEMM38, HEMM25 manual, and battery-powered HEMM500-V. Includes hose cutting/stripping machines (HEM PSM, HEM PM, HEM-QB-51).
• Vertical H Frame Workshop Presses (HE-VP Series) Workshop hydraulic presses with capacity ranging from 15-500 tons. Designed for removal and fitment of bearings, sprockets, gears, straightening of shafts, and general maintenance. Available in hand pump and power pack configurations.
• HEMS Lifting Jack (100 Ton) Portable heavy-duty 100 ton lifting jack with welded steel heavy-duty chassis and 3-inch ground clearance. Features 3 controls (up, hold, down) with standard electrical pump and optional pneumatic pump. Additional accessories available for increased stroke capacity.
• Engine Repair Stands Engine repair and rotating stands for secure engine holding and rotation during maintenance. Models include ES-1050 (760kg capacity), ES-1076, and EN-13-25 (20 ton capacity). Seven models available with varying capacities and features. Reduces labor costs up to 50% with rotating stands requiring fewer workers.
• CBW-300 Cylinder Barrel Washer Hydraulic cylinder cleaning machine using rotating pressure spray nozzles and brushes for contaminant-free cylinder reassembly. Features 12 GPM diaphragm pump, 25 micron and 3 micron filter systems, and operates on compressed shop air.
• Sprocket Puller (HE-SP Series) Heavy-duty equipment for removal of sprockets from heavy machinery undercarriage and drivetrain components.
• Tyre Press Heavy equipment tyre mounting and demounting press for safe and efficient tyre changes on large machinery.
• Portable Hydraulic Tester (PHT-415) Portable hydraulic testing equipment for field diagnostics of hydraulic systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% more life from worn tracks through proper undercarriage maintenance
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• International Dealer NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHEMS has appointed international representatives and dealers in many countries to offer their full range of tooling and services worldwide. Dealers are offered the complete HEMS product range and serve as the primary distribution channel for customers in their respective territories. The company actively seeks to expand this network and offers both exclusive and non-exclusive dealer arrangements.

Scale indicators3 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Enerpac: Global leader in high-force hydraulic tools including cylinder repair equipment, torque wrenches, and presses. Closest broad-line incumbent to HEMS, offering similar hydraulic maintenance tooling across mining, construction, and oil & gas.
• SPX (Power Team / OTC): Industrial-grade hydraulic tools via the Power Team and OTC brands, covering hydraulic cylinders, presses, jacks, and torque equipment. Broad incumbent with overlapping product categories in heavy-equipment maintenance workshops.
• Atlas Copco (Power Technique): Global broad-line industrial tools and equipment supplier serving mining, construction, and oil & gas with workshop tools, hydraulic equipment, and maintenance solutions that overlap with HEMS at the dealer level.

Direct peers

• Norbar Torque Tools: UK-based specialist in industrial torque wrenches and bolt-tightening tooling used in heavy-equipment undercarriage and structural bolting — directly comparable to HEMS's Hydraulic Torque Wrench product line.
• Hytorc: Industrial bolting specialist offering hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric torque wrenches for heavy industry, mining, and wind/oil & gas applications — competes head-to-head with HEMS on precision torque tooling.
• Hydratight: Specialist in controlled bolting, torque, and machining services for mining, oil & gas, and power — overlap with HEMS undercarriage and cylinder repair use cases in heavy-equipment maintenance.
• CEJN: Specialist in high-pressure hydraulic quick-connect couplings, tools, and accessories for heavy-equipment maintenance, mobile machinery, and workshop applications — overlaps with HEMS's hose coupling and hydraulic tooling portfolio.
• Larzep: Manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, jacks, pumps, and torque tools for industrial maintenance; competes with HEMS in lifting jacks, cylinder servicers, and portable hydraulic tooling for mining and construction.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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