Keeping Production Moving: How Alkon Helped an Underground Construction Equipment Manufacturer Avoid Downtime

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, supply chain disruptions can wreak havoc on OEMs and equipment manufacturers. When a critical component is unavailable, production lines grind to a halt, deadlines are missed, and customer relationships suffer.

This is exactly what happened when a major U.S. manufacturer of underground construction equipment found itself without a reliable source of hydraulic cylinders. Fortunately, Allenair, an Alkon Corporation family brand, was able to step in and provide an immediate solution—helping the manufacturer avoid costly downtime and maintain their production efficiency.

The Problem: No Cylinders, No Production

A distributor servicing the underground construction equipment manufacturer reached out to Allenair with an urgent request:

  • The manufacturer’s existing cylinder supplier had a machine failure.
  • There was no estimated timeline for when production would resume.
  • Without cylinders, assembly lines were at risk of shutting down.

The potential financial losses from a line-down situation could have been staggering. Every hour of downtime meant missed shipments, lost revenue, and frustrated customers waiting for essential equipment.

The Alkon Solution: Rapid Response & Superior Quality

Understanding the urgency, Allenair quickly mobilized their team to deliver a solution within days.

Key Benefits of Allenair’s Custom Solution:

  • Quick-Turnaround Design: Using their standard product line, Allenair engineered a low-pressure hydraulic actuation cylinder suited to the manufacturer’s specific needs.
  • Superior Quality: Allenair’s hydraulic cylinders outperformed the competition with higher durability, precision, and reliability.
  • On-Time Delivery: Within days of the initial request, the manufacturer had Allenair cylinders in hand, ensuring that production never stopped.

The Results: Reliability, Performance & Competitive Advantage

Thanks to Alkon’s North American manufacturing and fast response times, this equipment manufacturer was able to:

  • Keep production running without delays
  • Secure a more reliable cylinder supplier
  • Improve long-term product performance with higher-quality hydraulic cylinders

Instead of waiting indefinitely on an unreliable supplier, the manufacturer found a trusted long-term partner in Alkon—one that prioritizes customer service, reliability, and engineered solutions that keep equipment running.

Your Competitive Advantage Starts Here

If supplier delays are putting your business at risk, don’t wait until it’s too late. Allenair provides hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder solutions for OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and industrial applications—with a focus on fast lead times, superior quality, and reliable performance.

Contact your regional sales manager today to find out how Alkon can help you maintain a competitive edge.

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