Our History

In 1952, the original building and business of Columbus Hydraulics was established by Leo Sokol with sons, Jack and Emil, Max Sidwell, and Mel Sinner. This company did custom tool and die work along with a few hydraulic cylinders.

In 1959, Don Sokol purchased the corporation and operated the business until 1961, when he sold the company to the group of Bernie Jaksich, Eileen Nekl and Don Cimpl.

In 1970, the present ownership, Don, Manny and John Cimpl, took control.  John Cimpl, who is currently the president and general manager, came on board in 1973.  Senior design engineer, Ron Faltys, started in 1974.  Todd Duren, sales manager, began his employment in 1995.

Sales for the year ending December 31, 2007 were $13 million. Total employment is 75 employees. The company produces only one product, hydraulic cylinders. They are producing approximately 3,000 units per week.