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## [Why Custom Hydraulic Cylinders Matter for Industrial Performance](https://blog.sheffercorp.com/why-custom-hydraulic-cylinders-matter-for-industrial-performance)

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In demanding industrial environments, standard components don’t always provide the performance, durability, or fit required for specialized applications. That’s where **custom hydraulic cylinders** become essential. From manufacturing and material handling to agriculture and heavy equipment, businesses rely on hydraulic systems tailored to their exact operational needs.

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## [Understanding NFPA Mounting Styles and Why They Matter](https://blog.sheffercorp.com/understanding-nfpa-mounting-styles-and-why-they-matter)

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When selecting an NFPA cylinder, bore size and stroke length often get most of the attention. But one of the most important factors in cylinder performance and longevity is frequently overlooked:

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## [How To Avoid Cylinder Side Loading: 4 Ways to Compensate for Less Than Proper Cylinder Alignment](https://blog.sheffercorp.com/How-To-Avoid-Cylinder-Side-Loading-4-Ways-to-Compensate-for-Less-Than-Proper-Cylinder-Alignment)

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When installed with proper alignment, fluid power cylinders will provide the smooth trouble free performance for which they were intended.  Unfortunately, perfect alignment is extremely difficult, if not next to impossible to achieve. During cylinder operation, any misalignment can impose an eccentric force on the piston rod known as “side loading”.

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