What Tidal Fluid Power does

Tidal Fluid Power is a privately held Australian manufacturer and distributor of hydraulic components, headquartered in the Brisbane area (Deception Bay/Clontarf, Queensland) with a second warehouse in Welshpool/Perth Airport, Western Australia opened in late 2020. The company was founded in 1999 and operates with a small team of roughly 5–15 people, led by Managing Director Steve Rees alongside General Manager Tania Howard and a technical bench of operations, repair-centre, and field-sales staff. Its signature offering is the proprietary TPV series of variable-displacement axial piston pumps — TPV-11 (equivalent to Rexroth A11V, up to 350 Bar, 95–260 cc), TPV Series 2 / 52-series (28–85 cc, mobile hydraulics focus) and TPV Series 1 (A10V equivalent, 18–140 cc) — assembled in Brisbane from components sourced from Chinese manufacturing partners (notably SKS) under Tidal's quality assurance. The portfolio is rounded out with distributed lines including Veljan Denison VT6 vane pumps and VM3/VM4 motors, and Sunfab SAP truck pumps (Sunfab Australian distributorship held since 2004), plus a full spare-parts catalogue and an in-house Repair Centre built in 2010 offering rebuild, repair, and technical fault-finding services including a 90 Series Service Exchange Program for the sugarcane harvesting industry.

Tidal sells to three primary channel segments — hydraulic repairers, equipment resellers, and OEMs — across seven vertical end-markets: mining, agriculture, transportation, sugarcane, general manufacturing, waste services, and cable/industrial winch equipment. Named case-study customers include Cable Winches Australia (Victoria/NSW fibre-optic winches and cable drum trailers) and Carta & Co (haul-out trailers, 18-year relationship). Revenue is generated through unit hardware sales (complete TPV units plus third-party distributed pumps/motors), spare-parts sales through an online shop and Brisbane warehouse dispatch, and recurring service revenue from the Repair Centre and 90 Series sugarcane exchange program. Pricing is quote-based for configured builds and account-based for catalog items, with a 'same-day dispatch if in stock' service promise supporting the small-team, high-touch field-sales motion across QLD, WA, and interstate territories.

Go-to-market is sales-led and field-based: sales engineers (Mike Wallner in QLD, Alan Taylor in WA, Steve Rees nationally) conduct on-site technical visits, supplemented by the company website, monthly/quarterly email newsletters, a YouTube video library, published case studies, QME Mackay trade-show participation, and ongoing international supplier development (Bauma China). Strategic posture is best characterised as a specialised, owner-managed niche industrial distributor executing gradual geographic and product-line expansion within Australia rather than pursuing scale-driven disruption.

Name

Tidal Fluid Power

Legal name

Tidal Fluid Power

Website

https://tidalfluidpower.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Deception Bay

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hydraulic Component Sales: Sale of piston pumps, vane pumps, motors, valves and spare parts. Products include Tidal branded units (TPV series), Veljan Denison products, and Sunfab products. Both complete units and spare parts sold.
2. Repair and Rebuild Services: State of the art Repair Centre built in 2010 offering repair, rebuild and technical fault-finding services. Includes 90 Series Service Exchange Program for sugar cane industry allowing customers to send damaged pumps for rebuild and maintain rotation system.
3. Spare Parts Sales: Extensive range of spare parts stocked in Brisbane warehouse to suit pumps and motors. Aftermarket pumps accept genuine parts. Fully interchangeable spare parts available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tidal Fluid Power manufactures and supplies high-performing hydraulic components — including its proprietary TPV Series variable displacement axial piston pumps equivalent to Rexroth A10V and A11V series, distributed Veljan Denison vane pumps and motors, Sunfab SAP truck pumps, hydraulic valves, and spare parts — to hydraulic repairers, resellers, and OEMs throughout Australia. The company also operates a Repair Centre offering repair, rebuild, and technical fault-finding services, plus the 90 Series Service Exchange Program tailored to the sugarcane harvesting industry.

Product overview

Tidal Fluid Power is a manufacturer and supplier of high-performing hydraulic components based in Brisbane, Australia. Their product portfolio centers on piston pumps and motors (TPV Series 11, 52, and 2), distributed vane pumps and motors from Veljan Denison (VT6, VM3/4), Sunfab SAP truck pumps, hydraulic valves, and comprehensive spare parts. The company also offers repair, rebuild, and technical fault-finding services through their Repair Centre, plus a 90 Series Service Exchange Program specifically designed for the sugar cane harvesting industry. All products undergo strict quality control procedures with a 12-month warranty backing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TIDAL TPV Series: Tidal Fluid Power's signature range of variable displacement piston pumps, including TPV Series 11 (equivalent to Rexroth A11V series) and TPV Series 2 (equivalent to Rexroth A10VO series).
• Veljan Denison

Products and services

• TPV Series 11 Variable Displacement Piston Pumps Tidal Fluid Power's flagship signature range of variable displacement axial piston pumps, available in displacements of 95, 130, 145, 190, and 260cc with continuous pressure up to 350 Bar. Modular design with Through Drive and Non-Through Drive options, directly equivalent to Rexroth A11V series. Built to Australian quality standards and interchangeable with OEM parts.
• TPV Series 52 (TPV Series 2) Variable Displacement Piston Pumps Variable displacement axial piston pumps for open loop hydraulic systems in industrial and mobile applications. Available in displacements of 28cc/rev, 45cc/rev, 60cc/rev, and 85cc/rev with 250 Bar continuous and 315 Bar maximum pressure. 2 bolt mountings, completely interchangeable with original 52 series and ADU series (Rexroth A10VO equivalent).
• Veljan Denison VM3/VM4 Hydraulic Motors Distributed hydraulic motor range from Veljan Denison Limited, including VM3B, VM4C, and VM4D models with SAE 2 and 4 bolt flange options. Stocked at Tidal Fluid Power's Brisbane warehouse with extensive spare parts range. Includes slow speed radial motors used by Cable Winches Australia for cable laying machinery.
• Veljan Denison VT6/VT6C/VT6D Vane Pumps Distributed single and double vane pump range from Veljan Denison Limited, including VT6, VT6C, and VT6D models, with stock held at Tidal Fluid Power's Brisbane warehouse. Compatible with Vickers legacy equipment — used by Carta & Co on haul out trailers for over 18 years.
• Sunfab SAP Truck Pumps Distributed truck hydraulic pumps from Sunfab (manufactured in Sweden since 1925), available in sizes 012 to 108. Key features include lower weight, corrosion-free aluminium alloy housing for higher heat dissipation, optimized suction inlet for improved maximum rotation speed, and compact housing design for SAP-084-108 series. Tidal has been the Australian distributor for Sunfab since 2004 and appointed a dedicated Sunfab Product Manager in September 2020.
• Hydraulic Valves Hydraulic valves distributed as part of Tidal Fluid Power's broader component product range, supporting hydraulic repairers, resellers, and OEMs with comprehensive system component supply.
• Hydraulic Spare Parts Comprehensive range of spare parts for piston pumps and motors, vane pumps and motors, fully interchangeable with major OEM brands. Stocked in Brisbane warehouse and available through the online shop with registered customer accounts. Aftermarket pumps accept genuine parts and Tidal supplies compatible equivalents.
• Hydraulic Repair, Rebuild and Technical Fault-Finding Services Repair, rebuild, and technical fault-finding services provided through Tidal Fluid Power's state-of-the-art Repair Centre built in 2010 in Brisbane. Services cover piston pumps, vane pumps, and motors, with fast turnaround and backed by 12-month Tidal Warranty. Used by hydraulic repairers, OEMs, and end customers across Australia.
• 90 Series Service Exchange Program Service exchange program specifically designed for the sugarcane harvesting industry, enabling customers to establish rotation systems where damaged pumps are sent in for rebuild while replacement pumps keep equipment operational. Eliminates downtime during the critical harvest season for 90 Series pump customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Components ship same day if in stock
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SunfabcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2004Tidal Fluid Power is the Australian distributor for Sunfab since 2004. Sunfab is a Swedish manufacturer of hydraulic truck pumps and motors (made in Sweden since 1925). They produce SC pumps and hydraulic motors, exporting to around 60 countries. Sunfab products are a key part of Tidal's product portfolio for the transport industry.
• Veljan Denison LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVeljan Denison Limited manufactures Pumps, Motors, Valves and custom-built Power systems/Manifold blocks. Tidal Fluid Power distributes their products with stock held at their Brisbane warehouse of the VT6 range of pumps and VM3/4 range of motors. Also stocks extensive range of spares. Veljan has manufacturing history dating back to 1974 (originally Denison Hydraulics India Limited).
• SKS (China)coreTechnology or IntegrationTidal Fluid Power sources products from SKS factory in China. Steve visits the factory regularly to verify quality standards and manufacturing conditions. The relationship is described as 'tight' with both factory and product quality being 'first class'. SKS is subjected to Steve's rigorous quality process before becoming a supplier.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Parker Hannifin: Parker Hannifin is a major global manufacturer of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and systems for industrial and mobile applications. It competes broadly with Tidal in the Australian hydraulic component market and is one of the OEMs whose aftermarket parts Tidal services.
• Bosch Rexroth: Bosch Rexroth is the global incumbent in hydraulic pumps, motors, and motion control. Tidal's TPV series is explicitly designed as a direct equivalent to Rexroth A10V/A11V piston pumps, making Rexroth the primary reference competitor and the brand whose installed base Tidal targets for aftermarket replacement.
• Hydac International: Hydac is a global manufacturer of hydraulic accumulators, valves, filters, and fluid power accessories. It is a broader incumbent peer whose products overlap with Tidal's valve and hydraulic system component offering, particularly in mobile and industrial hydraulic systems.
• Danfoss Power Solutions: Danfoss Power Solutions manufactures hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and electronic controls for mobile and industrial equipment. As one of the named brands Tidal supports as aftermarket alternative, Danfoss is a direct incumbent peer in the same hydraulic component category.
• Eaton: Eaton is a global manufacturer of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and motion control systems serving industrial, mobile, and aerospace markets. It is a peer where Tidal's piston pumps and motors compete for OEM and aftermarket customers in Australia.

Direct peers

• Casappa S.p.A. Casappa is an Italian manufacturer of hydraulic gear pumps, piston pumps, and motors for mobile and industrial applications. It is a direct peer competing in the same variable displacement piston pump category as Tidal's TPV series for mobile and industrial hydraulics.
• Sunfab Hydraulics: Sunfab is a Swedish manufacturer of hydraulic truck pumps and motors that Tidal has distributed in Australia since 2004. As Tidal's long-standing principal supplier for the transport segment, Sunfab is both partner and a direct equivalent competitor in truck pump applications.
• Kawasaki Precision Machinery: Kawasaki Precision Machinery manufactures hydraulic pumps and motors for mobile, industrial, and marine applications. It directly competes with Tidal's TPV series in the variable displacement piston pump market, particularly in mining and heavy equipment applications.
• HAWE Hydraulik: HAWE Hydraulik is a German manufacturer of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and power units for mobile and industrial machinery. It directly competes with Tidal's piston pumps and hydraulic power component offering in the mobile hydraulics segment.
• Veljan Denison: Veljan Denison manufactures vane pumps, piston pumps, motors, valves, and custom power systems. Tidal is the Australian distributor for Veljan Denison VT6 vane pumps and VM3/VM4 motors, making Veljan a direct peer in the same product categories Tidal sells.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCBtLGla2umBM
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tidal-fluid-power

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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