Serving The Fluid Power Industry Since 1947

The first company branch opened and started expansion plans that drove Hydraulic Supply Company growth in the coming decade.

• 1962: First branch store opened in Orlando, Florida.

This milestone marked the beginning of HSC’s long-term growth across Florida and the Southeast region.

1960s: Early Growth & Expansion

The company opened several more stores in Florida.

• 1972: Tampa, Florida branch store opened.
• ​1975: Belle Glade, Florida branch store opened to serve the sugar industry.

As customer demand grew, these new locations improved accessibility and helped HSC deliver faster service and support statewide.

1970s: Strengthening Presence in Florida

After the passing of Harold Inglis, Jim Inglis became president of the company and the plans were started to centralize operations of the company.

• 1982: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida branch store opened.
• 1986: Jim Inglis became president of the company.
• 1988: Central Warehouse began functioning as Central Purchasing department. Major upgrade made to computer system.

This decade represented both transition and innovation, as HSC modernized operations to better serve its growing customer base.

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1980s: Leadership Transition & Centralization

The company expanded its footprint through Florida and Georgia with the opening of several stores and the construction of its Central Distribution Center in Sunrise, Florida.

• 1990: West Palm Beach, Florida branch store opened.
• 1994: HSC Direct/Aeroquip Express store opened in Pompano Beach, Florida.
• 1996: 40,000 sq. ft. Distribution Center was built and opened in Sawgrass Corporate Park in Sunrise, Florida.
• 1998: Second HSC Direct/Aeroquip Express store opened in Ft. Myers, Florida.
• 1999: Third HSC Direct/Aeroquip Express store opened in Atlanta, Georgia. HSC published its first catalog in both print and electronic formats.

The establishment of the Central Distribution Center greatly increased HSC’s ability to deliver parts efficiently across multiple markets.

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1990s: A New Distribution Era

With the creation of IGS as an international division, Hydraulic Supply Company solidified itself in international markets, particularly in Latin America. The company continued its aggressive expansion in the Southeast region of the United States by opening new locations in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.

• 2003: Created new International business unit to operate under the name of Industrial Global Sales (IGS).
• 2004: Second store opened in Mableton, Georgia.
• 2005: Third store opened in Norcross, Georgia. New store opened in Homestead, Florida in November.
• 2006: St. Petersburg, Florida store opened in January, Augusta, Georgia store opened in July, Daytona Beach, Florida store opened in September and Savannah, Georgia store opened in December.
• 2007: 4 additional stores opened: Lakeland, Florida in January, Chattanooga, Tennessee in July, Marietta, Georgia in October and Naples, Florida in December.
• 2008: Warehouse expansion was in progress. New store opened in Columbus, Georgia in November.
• 2009: Warehouse expansion with an additional 20,000 sq. ft. was completed.

This decade marked HSC’s evolution into a major regional distributor, serving diverse industries with comprehensive hydraulic and pneumatic solutions.

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2000s: Regional & International Growth

HSC continues to evolve and expand to better serve its customers.

• 2010: Aviation division was sold in August.
• 2014:Hydraulic Repair & Service opened in Pompano Beach, Florida andthe company expanded footprint into North Carolina, South Carolina and Alabama.
• 2015: Columbia, South Carolina and Charlotte and Greensboro, North Carolina stores opened.
• 2016: Knoxville, TN and Monterrey, Mexico stores opened.
• 2017: Opened New Store in Greenville, SC and Completed Acquisition of Fabacher, Inc of New Orleans
• 2018: Opened New Stores in Mobile, Alabama, Miami East, and Miami West
• 2018: Acquired by Motion Industries, Inc. a division of Genuine Parts Company

Through strategic expansion and acquisitions, HSC continued to strengthen its position as a trusted hydraulic distributor with global reach.

As part of Motion Industries, Inc., a division of Genuine Parts Company recognized for excellence in industrial distribution, HSC benefits from Motion’s strong supplier relationships and commitment to quality, highlighted by its Supplier of the Year awards to Gates Corporation in 2021 and NSK in 2022.

2010s: Continued Innovation and Expansion

In the 2020s, Hydraulic Supply Company continues to strengthen its national presence through new branch openings and enhanced service capabilities. This ongoing expansion supports customers across diverse industries and regions, reflecting HSC’s commitment to accessibility, reliability, and customer-focused solutions.

• Opened new locations in St. Louis, Missouri; Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio; and Kent, Washington.
• Expanded product and service availability to better support customers in the Midwest and Pacific Northwest.
• Enhanced logistics and inventory operations to improve delivery efficiency and regional support.
• Continued investment in technology and customer service tools to improve ordering, tracking, and communication.

These initiatives reinforce HSC’s reputation as a trusted hydraulic distributor and leading hydraulic and pneumatic company serving customers across North America.

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2020s: Innovating to Better Serve Customers