Service Center Poland – Katowice

We provide complete repair and modernization services for hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. With many years of experience improving cylinder and machine design, we work with the latest solutions and materials.

Size range

• Small cylinders ø20–ø100 mm
• Medium cylinders ø100–250 mm
• Large cylinders ø250–1500 mm
• Stroke standard up to 2.5 m; up to 6.0 m and larger on request
• Types: single-acting, double-acting, plunger, telescopic

Design variants

• Electroplated, chrome-plated, and chrome-nickel stainless alloy hardfaced coatings
• Special sprayed and ceramic coatings
• Position and travel measurement sensors
• Chesterton seals: piston, piston rod, static, valve, and self-aligning bearing seals

Complete process pump service covering reprofiling of casings and impellers, replacement of mechanical seals, and assembly of complete pump units.

Service scope

• Reprofiling of casings and impellers using ARC technology
• Chemical-resistant protection of pump wetted parts
• Replacement of mechanical seals, bearings, shafts, and radial shaft seals
• Assembly of complete pump units
• Abrasion-resistant coatings using ARC technology

The training and service center in Katowice runs hands-on training for Chesterton staff from across Europe as well as for customers and contractors. Sessions are led by certified specialists.

Training topics

• Mechanical seal reconditioning and piston rod chrome plating
• ARC coating application on metal and concrete surfaces
• Surface preparation techniques: shot blasting, Sponge-Jet, high-pressure cleaning
• Hydraulic power and pneumatics: sealing systems
• Corrosion protection: methods and materials

Center equipment

• Shot blasting booth for achieving the optimal surface profile
• Sponge-Jet unit, up to 90% less dust
• Graco units for spraying one- and two-component coatings
• Kärcher cleaning unit, up to 170 bar, hot water and steam
• Paint booth