Introduction
Standard gas struts serve many everyday applications, but when the demand shifts to high-performance industrial equipment, customization becomes essential. In sectors such as construction, agriculture, defence, or mining, off-the-shelf parts often fall short of the precise load-bearing and operational demands. This is where Schutts Industrial steps in, providing tailored heavy duty gas strut solutions built around your application’s specific needs.
Why Customization Matters
When dealing with heavy machinery or specialized equipment, minor mismatches in dimensions, pressure levels, or mounting configurations can lead to major operational issues. A gas strut that is too weak won’t hold weight effectively, and one with excessive force can cause abrupt motion or damage. Customized heavy duty gas struts ensure optimal performance, safety, and longevity in critical environments.
The Customization Process at Schutts Industrial
Schutts Industrial offers a streamlined customization process that includes:
1. Initial Consultation
Their engineers work closely with your design or maintenance team to understand key factors such as maximum load, usage frequency, environmental conditions, and safety requirements.
2. Precision Design and Testing
Based on your needs, a gas strut is engineered with the appropriate stroke length, force in Newtons, compression/extension ratio, end fittings, and damping features. Test models are created to ensure compatibility before mass production.
3. Material Selection
From corrosion-resistant stainless steel for marine settings to powder-coated finishes for mining dust environments, Schutts tailors each heavy duty gas strut to match both performance and longevity expectations.
4. Post-Delivery Support
Their job isn’t done at delivery. Schutts provides installation guidance, pressure adjustment, and maintenance support to ensure long-term satisfaction.
Industries That Rely on Custom Gas Struts
- Mining and Resources: Custom struts for extremely heavy hatches on mining trucks or processing plants.
- Defence and Aviation: Struts with locking mechanisms for ground support and mobile units.
- Construction: Gas struts on heavy equipment engine covers or tool storage compartments.
- Public Transport and Emergency Vehicles: Specialty mounting and pressure ratings for vehicle compartments or doors.
Features of Schutts Industrial’s Heavy Duty Gas Struts
1. Adjustable Force Options
Some applications benefit from variable pressure settings. Schutts Industrial provides adjustable or re-gasable options for fine-tuning performance.
2. Locking and Multi-Positional Capabilities
For medical or industrial devices that need secure positioning at various angles, Schutts can provide multi-locking heavy duty gas struts.
3. Enhanced Sealing Systems
Dust, water, and chemical exposure are no match for advanced seal technologies used in Schutts’ custom struts.
4. End Fitting Variety
Choose from eyelets, clevis forks, ball joints, and more, each built for rugged use and designed to your mounting specs.
The Schutts Advantage
Unlike general suppliers, Schutts Industrial specializes in gas struts and they’ve been doing it for over three decades. Their facility is equipped to handle both small and bulk orders, with quality control processes that ensure every gas strut performs under load.
Additionally, they offer:
- Fast turnaround on custom orders
- Local manufacturing and distribution
- Competitive pricing for custom engineering
- Responsive customer service and ongoing support
Conclusion
If you’re designing or upgrading heavy-duty equipment, using a generic gas strut is a shortcut that can cost more in the long run. Choosing a custom heavy duty gas strut from Schutts Industrial gives you confidence in performance, safety, and longevity. With their expert engineering team and commitment to service, Schutts delivers tailored solutions that hold up literally and figuratively under the toughest conditions.
