Hydraulic & Industrial Solutions

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Since 1973.

High-pressure hydraulics, lubrication systems, tooling, repairs and industrial supply โ€” backed by decades of Australian expertise.

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Trusted Across Australian Industry.

Supporting major infrastructure, rail, manufacturing and industry across Australia.

Why Choose AD Automation?

Decades of experience. Engineering excellence. Solutions that keep Australia moving.

Since 1973

Operating for over 40 years with a strong industry reputation and deep technical knowledge.

Industry Experts

Specialists in hydraulics, automotive and industrial automation with hands-on capability.

Australian Owned

Melbourne based with local support, fast turnaround and Australian industry focus.

Wide Industry Reach

Automotive, aerospace, mining, rail, food & general industry across Australia.

Our Services

Keeping your equipment running at peak performance.

Authorised Enerpac Service Centre technician repairing hydraulic cylinder at workbench

Hydraulic Repairs

Factory-authorised repair of cylinders, pumps, valves & systems using genuine Enerpac parts. Fast turnaround from our Keysborough workshop.

Hydraulic Repair Services
Enerpac hydraulic tool hire โ€” full range of cylinders, pumps, torque wrenches and pullers

Tool Hire

Hire Enerpac hydraulic and torque tools for any project duration โ€” short term or long term, Australia-wide.

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AD Automation specialist providing on-site technical support with Enerpac hydraulic equipment

Technical Support

Expert product advice, troubleshooting and on-site technical support from our experienced team.

Technical Support Services
Enerpac W2200X hydraulic torque wrench being applied to industrial flange bolting application

Bolting & Torque Tools

Supply, calibration and service of Enerpac and Norbar torque wrenches, tensioners and controlled bolting equipment.

Bolting & Torque Tool Services

Technical Resources

Guides and insights from the AD Automation team.

Enerpac S and W series X-edition hydraulic torque wrenches โ€” multiple torque wrench types for industrial controlled bolting, supplied by AD Automation Authorised Enerpac Distributor
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How to Select a Hydraulic Torque Wrench

A practical guide to selecting the right hydraulic torque wrench โ€” covering torque range, square drive vs low-profile...

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Hydraulic cylinder repair workshop at AD Automation, Keysborough VIC โ€” Authorised Enerpac Service Centre
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Signs Your Hydraulic Cylinder Needs Repair

Learn the key warning signs that a hydraulic cylinder needs repair โ€” including rod seal leaks, cylinder drift, reduce...

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Enerpac bolt tensioner for precision flange bolting โ€” supplied and hired by AD Automation
bolt tensioning

What is Bolt Tensioning and When Should You Use It?

Explains how bolt tensioning differs from hydraulic torque wrenching, when each method is appropriate, and the key di...

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Lincoln Industrial centralised lubrication system installed on industrial machinery โ€” supplied by AD Automation
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Centralised vs Point Lubrication Systems Explained

Understand the difference between centralised lubrication systems and manual point lubrication โ€” including system typ...

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