Jacking Systems

Jacking Systems

Buffalo Hydraulic offers wide-ranging single and multiple-point high-tonnage hydraulic jacking systems in hand-operated, electric-hydraulic, air motor-driven, and gasoline-diesel-powered hydraulic pump options.

In proving the weight of LC-39A & LC-39B at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, our custom-designed jacking system was selected to prove and maintain a vertical lifting tolerance within 0.035″ over 21 points of lift.  Through both projects, the custom Buffalo Hydraulic weighing system maintained and digitally proved a lifting tolerance over all 21 jacking points of not more than 0.020″ while proving respective weights of 5,280,000 lbs. (LC-39A) and 5,340,000 lbs. (LC-39B).

Upon review, the mechanical engineering team at Guinness World Records has recognized this as “The Heaviest Object Ever Weighed”.

Our jacking systems are offered with a variety of features and specifications which can all be customized for your specific project needs. We have a variety of single-acting, spring return, and load return jacking cylinders ranging from 1 – 1,500 tons of force.  From there, defining your required number of jacking points and choosing from lock-nut styles, double-acting, and through-hole model cylinders will begin the system design. Our jacking systems also offer solutions for unique applications with their lightweight aluminum and low-profile, pancake design.

Additional features include:

• Multi-port manifolds are adaptable in increments of two.
• PC and PLC-based options provide automated pressure and displacement control over all points of lift.
• Pressure switches, pressure transducers, and certified glycerin-filled analog gauges are easily incorporated.
• 1-100 gallon fully baffled reservoir and heat exchanger options.
• 1 – 250′ hose lengths and high-pressure quick disconnect coupler connections.
• AutoCAD flow drawing and a detailed operational file are supplied with all systems.

To offer a safe, efficient solution to your unique high-tonnage jacking project or application, please contact Buffalo Hydraulic. With nearly 80 years of experience in the industry, we’re glad to address all your questions. Please call  (716) 893-6510 to contact us today!