IC-Fluid Power

What IC-Fluid Power does

IC-Fluid Power, Inc. is a privately held industrial distributor founded in 1989 and headquartered in Rossford/Toledo, Ohio. The company serves as the North American sales and technical channel for a portfolio of specialty European hydraulic component manufacturers, including Domin (UK servo valves), Eckart (Germany rotary actuators), Hänchen (Germany cylinders), Hylatechnik (Germany press products), Jahns (Germany motors and flow dividers), ScanWill (Denmark pressure intensifiers), Universal 1972 (Italy die splitters), and others. Its core offering spans high-performance servo valves, helical-spline rotary actuators, precision test cylinders, carbon-fiber hybrid cylinders, shock dampers, pressure intensifiers, and 10,000 PSI valves used in mobile equipment, industrial machinery, test and simulation, and press automation.

The business is engineered around technical-service differentiation rather than volume distribution: customers are routed directly to hydraulic engineers rather than sales representatives, supported by a same-contact-through-completion workflow and a commitment to answer calls within two rings. The Toledo, Ohio warehouse is positioned for multi-modal shipping access (air, sea, truck, rail), and the company's stable 1–10 employee footprint over more than three decades indicates a specialist distribution model.

Revenue is generated through hardware sales of distributed components on a quote-based pricing model, with no publicly disclosed pricing or contract terms. The go-to-market is direct-to-customer with enterprise engineering buyers, supplemented by trade show presence (ConExpo 2026), downloadable technical documentation, and published case studies. The customer base includes named enterprise accounts in marine (MarQuipt), heavy equipment (Bobcat), automotive (SKD Automotive Group), and press automation (Reese Products), alongside an unnamed leading tire manufacturer using Domin servo valves in test equipment.

Name

IC-Fluid Power

Legal name

IC-Fluid Power, Inc.

Website

https://icfluid.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

IC-Fluid Power is a privately held Toledo, Ohio distributor founded in 1989 that sells specialty European hydraulic components — servo valves, rotary actuators, cylinders, and press products — to North American industrial engineering customers through direct engineer-led sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hydraulic Components Distribution

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995), Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (423720)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Hydraulic Components (Pumps, Motors, Cylinders) (IMAHAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Proportional & Servo Hydraulics (Electrohydraulic Valves, Servo Systems) (IMAHAGAF), Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB), Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH)

Keywords

• Hydraulic components distribution
• Rotary actuators
• Servo valves
• Hydraulic cylinders
• Press automation products

Headquarters

HQ city

Rossford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hydraulic Component Distribution: IC-Fluid Power distributes European hydraulic components (rotary actuators, servo valves, cylinders, valves, pressure intensifiers, press products) to North American customers. Revenue is generated through the sale of components from represented manufacturers including Domin, Eckart, Hänchen, Hytorc, Hylatechnik, Jahns, MARK, ScanWill, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

IC-Fluid Power is a specialty distributor that sources and resells high-performance European hydraulic components to North American industrial customers. Its portfolio spans rotary actuators (Eckart), servo and proportional valves (Domin), hydraulic cylinders including test, standard, rod-locking and carbon hybrid models (Hänchen, MARK), press products such as shock dampers and die splitters (Hylatechnik, Universal 1972), pressure intensifiers (ScanWill), flow dividers and hydraulic motors (Jahns), and a full line of high-pressure valves, butterfly valves, check valves, compensators, and test points/hose assemblies. Customers engage directly with hydraulic engineers rather than sales reps for application support, custom solutions, and quote-based ordering, with products shipped from a central Toledo, Ohio warehouse.

Product overview

IC-Fluid Power is a European hydraulic components distributor headquartered in Toledo, OH, serving since 1989. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance hydraulic components distributed from international manufacturers, including Domin servo valves (S4 Pro, S6 Pro, S10 Pro, S12 Pro, P6 Pro, P10 Pro, P12 Pro), Eckart rotary actuators (E1, E3, SM4, HSE4, HyRAV, custom), Hänchen hydraulic cylinders (test cylinders, standard cylinders, rod-locking devices), MARK Light carbon hybrid cylinders, Hylatechnik shock dampers and press products, Universal 1972 die splitter devices, ScanWill pressure intensifiers, Jahns flow dividers and motors, plus valves (10,000 PSI valves, butterfly valves, check valves, compensators, test points). The company provides direct access to hydraulic engineers with 35 years of experience, supporting mobile and industrial hydraulics across testing, simulation, marine, aerospace, and manufacturing applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Domin Hydraulic Servo and Proportional Valves (S4 Pro, S6 Pro, S10 Pro, S12 Pro, P6 Pro, P10 Pro, P12 Pro) A distributed product line of high-performance hydraulic servo valves (S-series) and servo proportional valves (P-series) sourced from Domin (UK), ranging from the miniature S4 Pro to the higher-flow S12 Pro and proportional P6/P10/P12 Pro variants for industrial systems. Sold to engineers and OEMs requiring precise, repeatable flow control.
• Eckart Hydraulic Rotary Actuators (E1, E3, SM4, HSE4) A distributed line of hydraulic rotary actuators from Eckart (Germany) using helical spline designs, available in multiple torque ratings and configurations for mobile, off-highway, marine, and industrial applications. Customers include OEMs integrating rotating motion into compact designs.
• Eckart HyRAV Valve Actuators Hydraulic quarter-turn valve actuators for automating industrial valves; ATEX- and SIL2/3-certified for explosive atmospheres and safety-integrity applications. Sold to industrial valve automation customers.
• Hänchen Hydraulic Test Cylinders High-precision servo hydraulic test cylinders (Series 120, 300, 320) for test and simulation applications, rated for high frequencies, high speeds, and extreme temperatures. Sold to testing labs and product validation facilities.
• Hänchen Standard Hydraulic Cylinders Standard hydraulic cylinders in a wide variety of dimensions, connections, and mounting configurations featuring honed cylinder tubes. Sold to industrial OEMs requiring reliable general-purpose hydraulic cylinders.
• Hänchen Ratio-Clamp Rod-Locking Device A hydraulic rod-locking safety device that retains rod position via spring-loaded conical piston in power-failure conditions, with optional IoT 4.0 sensors. Used on presses and industrial machinery where rod position must be maintained for safety.
• MARK Light Carbon Hybrid Hydraulic Cylinders Lightweight hydraulic cylinders combining a thin steel liner with carbon fiber (CFRP) wrapping, achieving up to 70% weight reduction versus traditional steel cylinders. Sold to applications where mass and corrosion resistance are critical.
• Hylatechnik Hydraulic Shock Dampers Hydraulic shock dampers that protect presses and tooling from snap-through loads. Sold to press operators (e.g., automotive, heavy equipment) facing reverse-load and vibration issues on stamping and blanking presses.
• Universal 1972 Die Splitter Turnover Device A die handling device that lifts, splits, and turns dies up to 180° using ball-bearing screws, used to test and spot dies in press applications. Sold to press shops and stamping facilities.
• ScanWill Pressure Intensifiers Hydraulic pressure intensifiers that amplify pressure from an existing source where and when needed, in reciprocating or single-stroke configurations. Sold to industrial customers requiring higher working pressures than their supply system delivers.
• Jahns Flow Dividers and Hydraulic Motors Hydraulic flow dividers and motors used to synchronize cylinders and motors across multiple circuits. Sold to OEMs and system integrators needing split-flow or motor-drive solutions.
• 10,000 PSI Hydraulic Valves (Manual, Directional, Relief) Manual, directional, and pressure-relief valves rated for 700 bar (10,000 psi) high-pressure hydraulic systems. Sold to industrial hydraulic system builders.
• Hydraulic Butterfly Valves Compact, low-profile shut-off butterfly valves providing lightweight reliable sealing as an alternative to ball valves. Sold to mobile and industrial hydraulic applications.
• Hydraulic Check Valves Compact shut-off check valves with a spherical ball seat, rated up to 10,000 psi, for industrial hydraulic systems. Sold to hydraulic system builders.
• Hydraulic Compensators Flexible rubber compensators that correct pipe alignment issues, dampen vibration, and reduce noise in hydraulic piping systems. Sold to industrial hydraulic installations.
• Test Points and Test Hose Assemblies Test points and pre-assembled test hose configurations for checking pressure, temperature, and other hydraulic system parameters, available in many types. Sold to hydraulic system maintenance and commissioning operations.
• IC Series Rotary Actuators Drop-in replacement rotary actuators compatible with Helac models, offered as an alternative rotary actuator source with 10–26 week lead times. Sold to operators needing Helac-compatible rotary actuator replacements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reverse load reduced by 99% on 400-ton press (from 25% to 0.01%)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature12 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DomincoreTechnology or IntegrationUK-based servo valve manufacturer. IC-Fluid Power distributes Domin's S4 Pro, S6 Pro, S10 Pro, S12 Pro servo valves and P6 Pro, P10 Pro, P12 Pro proportional valves. Domin specializes in direct drive servo valve technology combining EHSV and DDV advantages.
• EckartcoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman manufacturer of hydraulic rotary actuators. IC-Fluid Power distributes Eckart's SM4, E3, E1, HSE4 rotary actuators and HyRAV valve actuators. Eckart specializes in helical spline actuator technology.
• HänchencoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman hydraulic cylinder manufacturer with over 100 years of experience. IC-Fluid Power distributes Hänchen's test cylinders, standard cylinders, and Ratio-Clamp rod-locking devices. Known for patented sealing technologies.
• HylatechnikcoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman manufacturer of hydraulic press products. IC-Fluid Power distributes Hylatechnik shock dampers, die splitter carts, parallel control systems, and scrap shears. Shock dampers reduce reverse loads by 83-100%.
• NFPA (National Fluid Power Association)minorOthersIndustry association membership providing networking and industry standards participation.
• IDCOminorOthersCooperative purchasing organization for industrial distributors.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Air Hydro Power: Louisville, KY-based fluid power distributor and integrator offering hydraulic and pneumatic components with engineering support across the Midwest and Southeast. Closely comparable as a regional fluid power specialist distributor pairing engineering service with multi-manufacturer sourcing.
• Hydraulic Supply & Service Co. Florida-headquartered fluid power distributor with engineering, repair, and component sales of pumps, valves, cylinders, and motors. Comparable as a US distributor serving industrial customers with technical-support-led fluid power components.
• Metaris Hydraulics: US-focused hydraulic component manufacturer and distributor of pumps, valves, motors, and cylinders with strong replacement and remanufacturing services. Comparable as a US fluid power specialist combining distribution with technical service in the same customer segments IC-Fluid Power serves.
• Helac (Parker Hannifin): Manufacturer of helical spline rotary actuators now part of Parker; produces drop-in replacement rotary actuators (the IC Series from IC-Fluid Power is explicitly drop-in compatible with Helac models). Direct comparable as a rotary actuator specialist whose products compete with Eckart through IC-Fluid Power's own IC Series line.

Broad incumbents

• Kaman Fluid Power: Aerospace/defense parent Kaman's fluid power distribution division, one of North America's largest specialty fluid power distributors with broad manufacturer portfolios and engineering integration. Comparable as a scaled fluid power distributor with multi-manufacturer sourcing and technical service, though much larger in scope.
• Applied Industrial Technologies: Large publicly-traded US industrial distributor carrying fluid power, bearings, power transmission, and MRO supplies across thousands of SKUs. Overlaps with IC-Fluid Power on hydraulic components but at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Parker Hannifin: Global motion and control technologies manufacturer producing hydraulic cylinders, valves, pumps, servo systems, and rotary actuators (including via acquired Helac). Comparable as a major fluid power manufacturer whose product lines compete directly with the European principals IC-Fluid Power represents.
• Bosch Rexroth: Global manufacturer of hydraulic components, electric drives, and motion control including cylinders, valves, pumps, and motors. Competes with the European principals IC-Fluid Power distributes and is the dominant broad-line incumbent in many of the same end-markets.

Emerging players

• Yates Industries: US manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, rotary actuators, and accumulators with custom-engineering capability and global distribution. Most comparable to the rotary actuator and cylinder lines IC-Fluid Power distributes from Eckart and Hänchen, but as a manufacturer rather than distributor.
• Continental Hydraulics: US manufacturer of hydraulic valves, power units, and custom manifolds for industrial and mobile applications. Comparable to the valve and manifold elements IC-Fluid Power carries; overlaps on engineering-led sales to industrial accounts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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