Thompson is proud of its long-established relationships with some of the world’s top hydraulic cylinder and piston rod component makers including Caterpillar, CASE, JCB, New Holland, Komatsu and John Deere.

Thompson machines are not only specially engineered to handle a wide range of component diameters and lengths, but also to weld an array of hydraulic parts incorporating eyes, clevises and forks.

An optional electronic-based positioning system is also available for orientation and accurate alignment of parts during the welding process.

Special chucks

Thompson designs and produces 2 jaw and self-centring chucks specifically for use on its piston rod machines.