What is the Purpose of a Hydraulic System?

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Our approach to innovation stems from a desire to challenge the status quo. By pushing the boundaries of conventional systems and embracing cutting-edge technologies, we have created something new. This relentless pursuit of efficiency and performance optimisation in hydraulics will create cutting-edge solutions that surpass the limitations of existing hydraulic systems. But to create something […]

From Blueprint to Reality: Building Effective Hydraulic Systems

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Traditional centralised hydraulic systems are heavy and inefficient. They are built with a number of different components, meaning that energy is wasted and efficiencies are throttled. At Domin, we have revolutionised the way hydraulic systems are built, making them much more efficient. In this article, we are going to explore how we build our hydraulic […]

What is the Importance of the Spool in a Hydraulic Servo Valve?

Hydraulic servo valves are used for a wide range of precision control applications found in the automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing industries. Apart from the actual servo mechanism, the spool component in these valves is key to the effective operation of the valve. What is a Spool? A “spool” is a cylindrical component inside a […]

What Are the 5 Basic Components of a Hydraulic System?

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Hydraulic systems are widely used across a range of industries such as aerospace, robotics, and automotive and are used to leverage the power of fluid mechanics to transmit force and control movement effectively. Although hydraulic systems can be complex, they consist of five fundamental components: Hydraulic Fluid At the heart of every hydraulic system is […]

Announcement of £4.4m Funding from Advanced Propulsion Centre

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Funding for Project to Revolutionise Vehicle Propulsion and Handling We have been awarded £4.4 million by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) to participate in Project Additive – an initiative to develop integrated wheel motor and active suspension technology that will revolutionise EV architecture and deliver new levels of electrified vehicle performance. The funding awarded is […]

The Latest Technologies used to Develop Hydraulic Servo Valves 

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Current hydraulic systems rely on 20th century designs that are outdated and inefficient. At Domin, we have developed a range of market-leading servo valves using some of the most advanced technologies currently available such as additive manufacturing, modern onboard electronics, brushless DC motors and magnetic position sensing. Discover how these technologies are a core part […]

What is Additive Manufacturing?

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In the ever-changing landscape of manufacturing, a transformative technology has emerged that is reshaping and pushing boundaries within the industry. Additive manufacturing (also known more commonly as 3D printing) is an innovative process that represents a shift away from the traditional ways in which things are manufactured. In this article we are going to explain […]

Pascal’s Principle and Hydraulics

Graphic showing Pascal's Principle and its application within hydraulics.

In the realm of fluid mechanics, few principles have had as profound an influence on engineering and technology as Pascal’s Principle. Named after the French mathematician and physicist that discovered it, it is the fundamental concept that lies at the heart of hydraulics – a field that has revolutionised important industries ranging from construction to […]

Domin Secures Analysis for Innovators (A4I) Grant to Revolutionise the Hydraulics Industry

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Domin Wins A4I Grant to Optimise Hydraulics Manufacturing with Newcastle University Domin, a leading innovator of hydraulic technology and systems, is thrilled to announce that they have won funding from the Analysis for Innovators (A4I) grant. The £100K grant will enable Domin to collaborate with Newcastle University on Project VERGE, with the aim of optimising […]

Celebrations for Opening of New Domin Technology Centre

Nusrat Ghani MP and Marcus Pont, CEO, open Domin Technology Centre

We recently celebrated the grand opening of our state-of-the-art Technology Centre. The event, held on 7th September 2023, was a resounding success, attended by customers, suppliers, partners, and the Domin team. This landmark event marked a significant milestone in our journey from humble beginnings in a small attic office to the cutting-edge facility that it […]

Improving Performance in Partnership with INEOS Britannia

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Technical Innovation Pushing Boundaries We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with INEOS Britannia, one of the six sailing teams competing in the upcoming America’s Cup race. As part of this collaboration, We are supplying INEOS Britannia with state-of-the-art high-performance servo valves, enabling them to enhance the performance and agility of their race boat. […]

Domin Part of £36m Project to Revolutionise Aircraft Actuation Systems

Domin collaboration with Airbus to develop digital hydraulic actuation systems

Removal of Central Hydraulic Systems We are excited to announce that we are collaborating on a £36m project, called LANDOne, to develop digital actuation systems that remove the central hydraulic system and enables More Electric aircraft. Announcing the funding at the Paris Air Show, Minister for Industry and Economic Security Nusrat Ghani said: “We want […]

Domin Receives New Patent for Revolutionary Rotary Valve Technology in the United States

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We are thrilled to announce that we have been granted a new patent for our ground-breaking rotary valve technology in the United States. This significant milestone further strengthens our position in the high-performance servo valve market. It also bolsters our existing coverage in the UK and EU.  The newly awarded patent for our rotary valve […]

Domin invests in Renishaw’s RenAM 500Q additive manufacturing system

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Domin Revolutionises Hydraulic Systems with Innovative Approach to Additive Manufacturing We are proud to announce our latest development in the manufacture of hydraulic systems using an innovative approach to additive manufacturing. Recognizing the limitations and inefficiencies of traditional hydraulic systems, our ground-breaking approach to designing and manufacturing hydraulic systems combines additive manufacturing with cutting-edge technologies […]

Domin to Showcase Servo Valves at Hannover Messe

Domin Showcase at Hannover Messe 2023

We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Hannover Messe Exhibition, 17-21 April 2023. The exhibition will take place at the Messe Hannover in Germany. We are excited to showcase our range of Domin high-performance hydraulic servo-valves to the whole industry for the first time. The Hannover Messe Exhibition is one […]

Next-Generation Hydraulic Servo Valves for Metal Processing Manufacturers

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Metal processing manufacturers rely on hydraulic technology to power the machines that produce a wide range of metal products, from structures to automotive parts. Metal processing manufacturers are facing significant challenges with their hydraulic systems as they aim to increase efficiency, reliability, and profitability. Reliability, Contamination Resistance & Failure Detection Unwavering reliability is non-negotiable for […]

Domin Awarded Patent for Innovative S4 Pro Servo Valve

Domin S4 Pro Servo Proportional Valve

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded a patent for our revolutionary S4 Pro Servo Valve. The S4 Pro is a high-performance servo valve that utilizes a direct drive design to provide unparalleled accuracy and responsiveness in motion control applications. The patent covers the unique and innovative features of the S4 Pro, […]

MANIFEST: Micro Electric Actuation System for Future More-Electric Aircraft Systems

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Domin Join A Trailblazing Team To Develop Novel Braking Technology For Aerospace Domin’s world-leading x-by-wire solutions enable the rapid transition to high performing, sustainable systems in a digital world. As transportation is electrified, actuation systems need to follow suit. For aerospace actuation and braking, traditional centralised systems are too heavy and existing electro-magnetic solutions are […]