What FP Hydraulique does

FP Hydraulique is a privately held French specialty industrial manufacturer based in Thyez, France, that designs and manufactures custom integrated oil-hydraulic circuits and hydraulic function blocks for industrial customers. The company has been operating in this niche for over 40 years (founded circa 1984 per company history), with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its core technology consists of integrated hydraulic circuits (circuits intégrés oléohydrauliques) and hydraulic function blocks (blocs fonctionnels hydrauliques) that embed 2- or 3-way integrated valves directly into the block, reducing or eliminating external fittings. Blocks are machined in-house for both prototypes and series production, and the company assembles them using components sourced from technology partners Bosch Rexroth and Hydraforce. Surface treatment options include zinc- or nickel-plated steel and anodized aluminum.

The company operates a consultative, sales-led B2B go-to-market model, engaging customers from the initial requirements specification (cahier des charges) through final project validation, and supports applications including naval hydraulic systems, rolling mill (calendering) systems, stabilizers, self-propelled equipment lifting and steering, load-sensing blocks, and electric hydraulic distributors. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time custom manufacturing projects and associated engineering/design services, with a standard prototype lead time of approximately four weeks. Recent strategic activity has been operational rather than expansionary: the company launched a new website with a product search engine in 2024 and implemented Odoo as a new web-based ERP system for improved process control and customer-facing functionality. No public revenue, funding, or ownership disclosures are available, and customer concentration, geographic reach beyond France, and management team details are not disclosed in available sources.

Name

FP Hydraulique

Legal name

FP Hydraulique

Website

https://fphydraulique.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FP Hydraulique is a French manufacturer of custom integrated oil-hydraulic circuits and hydraulic function blocks for industrial customers, with 40+ years of experience and in-house prototyping and series production capabilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hydraulic Components and Systems

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC)

Keywords

• Hydraulic function blocks
• Integrated hydraulic circuits
• Custom hydraulic manufacturing
• Load sensing blocks
• Hydraulic power units

Headquarters

HQ city

Thyez

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Hydraulic Block Manufacturing: Design and manufacture of custom hydraulic function blocks and components based on customer specifications. Both prototypes and series production are machined in-house. Revenue is generated through one-time custom manufacturing projects rather than standardized product sales.
2. Engineering and Design Services: Technical studies and engineering support from initial requirements definition (cahier des charges) through final project validation.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

FP Hydraulique designs, manufactures, and commercializes custom hydraulic function blocks (blocs fonction hydrauliques) and integrated oil-hydraulic circuits. They support customers from initial specification (cahier des charges) through prototype production (typically 4 weeks) to series manufacturing, all machined in-house. They integrate components from leading partners Bosch Rexroth and Hydraforce and offer surface treatment options including zinc/nickel plating and anodizing.

Product overview

FP Hydraulique is a manufacturer of custom hydraulic functional blocks and components with over 40 years of experience. The core product offering consists of hydraulic functional blocks (blocs fonction hydrauliques) designed and manufactured in-house. These are complemented by integrated valves (2 or 3-way), rotation control valves, Cetop 3 bases, electrical distributors, load-sensing blocks, and specialized blocks for naval sector, calendering, and automotive applications. The company provides end-to-end services from specification development through prototype production (typically 4 weeks) to series manufacturing, and assembles blocks using components from partners Bosch Rexroth and Hydraforce. Surface treatments including zinc-plated, nickel-plated (steel), or anodized (aluminum) finishes are available. A new product search engine service was launched on their website for browsing in-stock products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Hydraulic Function Blocks (Blocs fonction hydrauliques) Custom-designed and manufactured hydraulic functional blocks and integrated oil-hydraulic circuits, produced from initial specification (cahier des charges) through final validation. Both prototypes and series production are machined in-house, with surface treatment options including zinc-plated, nickel-plated (steel), or anodized (aluminum) finishes. Application areas include naval sector hydraulic power units, rolling mill/calendering systems, stabilizers, and lifting/steering systems for self-propelled equipment.
• Integrated Valves (Robinets intégrés 2 or 3-way) 2- or 3-way integrated valves in different sizes, integrated directly into hydraulic blocks to eliminate external valve connections and reduce potential leak points. Designed to be embedded within FP Hydraulique's custom hydraulic function blocks for industrial customers.
• Rotation Control Valve (Vanne de contrôle de rotation) Rotation control valve rated at 750 liters per minute, designed for hydraulic systems requiring controlled rotational fluid flow. Used as a component within FP Hydraulique's custom hydraulic blocks for industrial applications.
• Electric Hydraulic Distributors (Distributeurs électriques) Electric hydraulic valves for controlling fluid flow direction in hydraulic systems, integrated into custom hydraulic blocks for industrial machinery.
• Load-Sensing Hydraulic Blocks (Blocs load sensing) Load-sensing hydraulic blocks that adjust flow based on system demand for improved energy efficiency in hydraulic systems. Custom designed and machined in-house for industrial customers.
• Naval Sector Hydraulic Power Unit Blocks (Blocs pour centrale - secteur naval) Hydraulic power unit blocks designed specifically for naval sector applications, including surface treatments suitable for marine environments. Custom manufactured to specification for naval industry customers.
• Calendering Hydraulic Power Unit Blocks (Blocs pour centrale de calandrage) Hydraulic power unit blocks designed for calendering (rolling mill/calander) applications in industrial manufacturing. Custom-designed blocks produced in-house for rolling mill hydraulic systems.
• Self-Propelled Equipment Lifting and Steering Blocks (Bloc pour levage et direction automotrice) Hydraulic blocks designed for lifting and steering applications in self-propelled (automotrice) equipment and vehicles. Custom manufactured to specification for OEMs of self-propelled machinery.
• Stabilizer Valves (Valve pour stabilisateurs) Hydraulic valves designed for stabilizer systems in various industrial applications. Integrated into custom hydraulic blocks for stabilizer-equipped machinery.
• Cetop 3 Base Plates (Embases Cetop 3) Cetop 3 standard base plates used for mounting and integrating hydraulic valves into hydraulic system blocks. Standardized component within FP Hydraulique's custom block designs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Prototype production in 4 weeks from order date

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bosch RexrothcoreTechnology or IntegrationBosch Rexroth is a leading manufacturer of hydraulic components. FP Hydraulique assembles their hydraulic function blocks using Bosch Rexroth components, integrating them into custom-designed hydraulic blocks and systems for customers.
• HydraforcecoreTechnology or IntegrationHydraforce is a manufacturer of hydraulic valves and components. FP Hydraulique assembles their hydraulic function blocks using Hydraforce components, integrating them into custom-designed hydraulic solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Rexroth: Bosch Rexroth is a global leader in hydraulic components, systems, and factory automation. It is both an FP Hydraulique component supplier and a broad incumbent whose wide product portfolio overlaps with FP Hydraulique's custom block manufacturing scope.
• Parker Hannifin: Parker Hannifin's Motion & Control Technologies segment manufactures hydraulic valves, pumps, cylinders, and integrated systems. As a broad fluid power incumbent, it competes with FP Hydraulique on integrated hydraulic solutions for industrial and mobile customers.
• Eaton: Eaton's Hydraulics group manufactures hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, and integrated systems for industrial and mobile applications. As a global fluid power incumbent, it operates in the same custom hydraulic solutions space as FP Hydraulique but at much greater scale.

Direct peers

• Linde Hydraulics: Linde Hydraulics develops and manufactures hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and electronic controls for mobile equipment. Comparable to FP Hydraulique in the European hydraulic component space, particularly for self-propelled and lifting/steering applications.
• Hydraforce: Hydraforce manufactures hydraulic cartridge valves, manifolds, and custom integrated hydraulic solutions for mobile and industrial equipment. It is both an FP Hydraulique component supplier and a direct functional peer in custom hydraulic manifold manufacturing.
• Hawe Hydraulik: Hawe Hydraulik manufactures hydraulic components including valves, pumps, cylinders, and custom hydraulic power units. Comparable to FP Hydraulique as a European-based hydraulic component manufacturer serving mobile and industrial equipment customers.
• Bucher Hydraulics: Bucher Hydraulics manufactures custom hydraulic systems, cylinders, valves, and power units for mobile and industrial applications. Comparable to FP Hydraulique in custom hydraulic system design and manufacturing for industrial and mobile OEMs.
• Atos Hydraulics (Duplomatic Group): Atos Hydraulics designs and manufactures hydraulic directional, pressure, and flow control valves, plus custom subplates and integrated hydraulic blocks. Comparable to FP Hydraulique as a manufacturer of custom hydraulic control components and integrated blocks.
• Sun Hydraulics (Helios Technologies): Sun Hydraulics designs and manufactures hydraulic cartridge valves and integrated manifolds (function blocks) for industrial and mobile applications. It is directly comparable to FP Hydraulique as a custom hydraulic manifold/integrated circuit manufacturer, though at significantly larger scale.

Emerging players

• Moog: Moog designs and manufactures high-performance motion control products including hydraulic and electrohydraulic valves and integrated systems. Comparable to FP Hydraulique in custom hydraulic motion control solutions, though focused more on precision/servo applications.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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