Faster, smoother, tighter bores with skiving-burnishing.

Advantages of Skiving and Roller Burnishing Over Honing in Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturing

Hydraulic cylinders are at the core of both mobile and industrial applications—ranging from construction and mining equipment to waste management systems, defense vehicles, forklifts, and agricultural machinery. As the demand for precision, durability, and efficiency increases, so does the need for superior internal bore processing methods.

Skiving and roller burnishing have emerged as powerful alternatives to traditional honing in hydraulic cylinder manufacturing. These processes not only enhance quality but also offer significant improvements in speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.

Why Choose Skiving and Roller Burnishing Over Honing?

1. Superior Surface Finish
Skiving removes material, while roller burnishing smooths the surface using hardened rollers. The result: a highly uniform and mirror-like finish—better than what is typically achieved through honing.

2. Tighter Tolerances
These processes deliver high dimensional accuracy and a consistent bore profile. The combined action eliminates tool marks and irregularities, making it ideal for high-performance hydraulic applications.

3. Faster Cycle Times
Skiving and roller burnishing can be completed in a single pass, significantly reducing cycle time compared to the multiple passes often required by honing. This leads to greater throughput and improved production efficiency.

4. Lower Tooling Costs
Unlike honing, which may require multiple abrasive tools, skiving and roller burnishing can be completed with a single combination tool—reducing both tooling inventory and setup time.

5. Increased Component Life
A smoother internal surface reduces friction and wear over time. The tight tolerances and improved finish contribute to longer-lasting, more reliable hydraulic cylinders.

Precihole’s Skiving & Roller Burnishing Solutions

Precihole Machine Tools brings cutting-edge engineering and automation to hydraulic cylinder manufacturing with its innovative Skiving and Roller Burnishing Machines. These machines are designed with:

• Precision spindle and feed systems for consistent skiving depth and burnishing pressure
• High-speed operation to minimize cycle times
• Modular designs for different cylinder sizes and materials
• High-quality components to ensure reliability, repeatability, and process stability

Our solutions support a wide range of hydraulic applications and are trusted by manufacturers across mobile hydraulics, material handling, oilfield, and defense sectors.

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