Starter Clutch Drive
Hilliard Starter Clutch Drives are designed to transmit starting torque from the starter system to the engine while supporting automatic disengagement once the engine reaches operating speed.
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Engineered engine starting systems for industrial turbines, reciprocating engines, and mission-critical power applications.
Delivering Starting Torque for Gas Turbines, Engines, and Rotating Equipment
Reliable startup performance is essential for industrial gas turbines and reciprocating engines operating in critical applications. Whether supporting power generation, gas compression, marine propulsion, or other industrial processes, dependable startup capability plays a direct role in equipment availability and operational readiness.
Hilliard solutions are engineered to provide the torque, engagement characteristics, and application flexibility required to support reliable startup performance across a wide range of operating environments.
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Pneumatic Start Assembly
Hilliard Pneumatic Start Assemblies are designed for industrial gas turbine and reciprocating engine applications requiring reliable startup performance.
Hydraulic Start Assembly
Hilliard Hydraulic Start Assemblies are designed for gas turbine and reciprocating engine starting applications where dependable torque delivery is required.
BENEFITS
How Hilliard Products Support Reliable Engine Starting
Gas turbines and reciprocating engines require dependable systems capable of delivering the torque necessary to accelerate rotating equipment to self-sustaining operating speed. Hilliard solutions are engineered to provide controlled engagement and reliable starting performance across a variety of industrial applications.
Designed for demanding operating environments, these products support operational readiness while helping ensure critical equipment is available when needed.
Why the Right Starting Solutions Matter
Reliable Equipment Availability
Helps ensure gas turbines and reciprocating engines can be started when needed
Reduced Startup Risk
Provides the torque and engagement performance required to achieve consistent startup operation.
Application-Specific Starting Capability
Matches starting technology to the requirements of the engine and operating environment.
Confidence in Critical Operations
Supports dependable startup performance in industries where equipment availability is essential.
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Starter Products Trusted Across Industries
Hilliard solutions are used in applications where dependable startup performance is essential to maintaining operational continuity and equipment availability.
WHY HILLIARD
Why Companies Choose Hilliard for Critical Engine Starting Applications
Application-Focused Engineering
More than a century of power transmission expertise applied to solutions designed for industrial gas turbine and reciprocating engine applications.
Flexible Manufacturing Capabilities
In-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities support a variety of starting technologies and application requirements.
Quality You Can Count On
Field-proven products built to deliver dependable performance in demanding industrial environments.
Support Beyond the Product
Backed by engineering expertise, technical support, and decades of experience supporting critical startup applications.
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Products Supporting Critical Industrial Applications
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.
Drivetrain
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.
Reliable Engine Starting Begins with the Right Solution
Reliable Starting Solutions
Application Expertise
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