Marine | Shipping
Supporting propulsion, onboard power generation, cargo handling, and auxiliary equipment through fluid management, engine starting, and contamination control for demanding marine environments.
Keeping Vessels Moving Between Ports and Maintenance Intervals
Marine vessels and shipping operations depend on reliable mechanical systems to support propulsion, cargo handling, onboard power generation, and auxiliary equipment. Operating environments often expose equipment to moisture, salt, vibration, and continuous duty cycles that can impact long-term performance and maintenance requirements.
Hilliard and HILCO products are used in applications where equipment reliability, fluid condition, and dependable operation are essential to vessel performance and operational readiness.
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Marine / Shipping Products
Founded in 1905, Hilliard has grown from a one-product business into a global manufacturer serving customers across motion control
Filter Equipment
Complete filtration, separation, and fluid conditioning systems for industrial applications.
Filter Cartridges
High-performance filtration media for contamination control and fluid cleanliness.
Valves
Industrial valve technologies for fluid isolation, flow diversion, and process control.
Drive Train
Mechanical drivetrain systems for power transfer, traction control, and variable speed operation.
Motion Control
Clutch and torque limiting technologies for controlled power transmission and equipment protection.
Engine Starters
Electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic starting systems for industrial engines and turbines.
Industrial Braking Systems
Industrial braking technologies for stopping, holding, positioning, and controlled deceleration.
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Addressing the Challenges of Operating at Sea
Marine equipment operates in environments where exposure to moisture, contaminants, and continuous operation can affect critical systems. Proper fluid management and dependable auxiliary equipment help vessel operators maintain efficiency and avoid unnecessary disruptions.
HILCO Products for Marine Applications
Water and Contaminant Removal
Filtration and separation technologies help address moisture and particulate contamination in critical fluid systems.
Reliable Engine Starting
Starting systems support dependable startup of turbine and engine driven equipment used in marine applications.
Protection of Rotating Equipment
Helps maintain the condition of bearings, pumps, turbines, and auxiliary machinery operating under demanding conditions.
Long-Term Equipment Availability
Products designed to support consistent operation throughout extended service intervals and operating schedules.
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Supporting Propulsion, Power Generation, and Auxiliary Systems
Modern vessels rely on multiple interconnected systems to maintain operation during transit and while in port. Filtration, separation, and starting technologies play an important role in helping these systems perform consistently across a variety of operating conditions.
Maintain Fluid Quality
Help remove contaminants that can affect lubrication, hydraulic, and fuel systems.
Condition Fuel and Process Streams
Reduce the presence of unwanted liquids and particulates before they reach downstream equipment.
Support Critical Startup Functions
Provide dependable starting capability for engine and turbine applications.
Promote Consistent Operation
Help maintain performance across propulsion, power generation, and auxiliary equipment.
WHY HILLIARD
Why Marine Operators Choose HILCO
Built for Marine Operating Conditions
Products developed for equipment exposed to vibration, salt-laden environments, extended operating schedules, and demanding mechanical duty cycles.
Supporting Shipboard Mechanical Systems
Application expertise spanning propulsion, auxiliary machinery, cargo handling equipment, and onboard power generation across commercial and industrial vessels.
Broad Equipment Support Capabilities
Filtration, separation, engine starting, laboratory services, and repair capabilities help support multiple shipboard systems from a single supplier.
Engineering Experience for Critical Operations
Manufacturing, technical resources, and application support help operators maintain dependable equipment performance between scheduled maintenance intervals.
Application-Focused Products Backed by Engineering Expertise
Technical Knowledge
Proven Performance
Responsive Support