The global hydraulic components market is projected to grow by approximately 68% by 2035, from $56.31 billion in 2025 to $94.4 billion. Industrial automation, infrastructure investments, agricultural mechanization and the demand for more efficient, high-performance systems are driving this growth.
As the industry evolves, Faster celebrates its 75th anniversary, marking a long-standing commitment to innovation in the design and manufacture of quick-connect couplings for hydraulic applications.
“The evolution of the market demands solutions that are increasingly reliable, efficient, and easy to use. Our mission is to anticipate these needs by developing technologies that help customers and users improve performance, safety, and operational continuity,” says Matteo Arduini, CEO of Faster.
Hydraulic Components: Global Market Size and Forecast
According to estimates by Market Research Future, the global hydraulic components market is expected to grow from $56.31 billion in 2025 to $94.4 billion by 2035. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3% and overall growth of approximately 68% over the decade.
This expansion reflects the growing importance of hydraulic technologies in applications where power density, energy efficiency, reliability and advanced control capabilities are increasingly essential.
Hydraulics: A Key Technology in a Growing Market
From agricultural machinery and excavators to manufacturing plants and offshore platforms, hydraulics plays a fundamental role in the operation of the machines and infrastructures that support the modern economy.
The main hydraulic components each have a specific function within the circuit:
- Pumps convert mechanical energy into hydraulic energy by moving fluid under pressure.
- Motors and cylinders turn that pressure back into rotary or linear motion.
- Valves control the direction, pressure and flow of the fluid.
- Connection systems, such as hoses, fittings and quick-connect couplings, carry the fluid between the components and allow equipment to be connected and disconnected.
Together, these technologies enable the transfer of energy and the precise control of fluids, even in complex applications, supporting productivity, safety and operational continuity across a wide range of industries.
Forces Reshaping the Market for Hydraulic Components
Several factors are contributing to the evolution of the hydraulics market.
Infrastructure development is driving demand for excavators, cranes and heavy-duty vehicles, while the increasing mechanization of agriculture calls for equipment that delivers greater productivity, precision and reliability.
At the same time, industrial manufacturing is moving toward increasingly automated processes, where reliable connection systems contribute to operational continuity, safety and overall performance.
The market is also placing greater emphasis on high-performance materials and on solutions designed to improve system efficiency, reduce fluid loss and fuel consumption, and minimize environmental impact. Market Research Future also points to the development of smart hydraulic components with IoT integration as one of the opportunities for the coming decade.
As Matteo Arduini, CEO of Faster, explains:
“The most significant factor is not just market growth, but its structural transformation: hydraulics is called upon to ensure ever-higher levels of efficiency, safety, and reliability in increasingly complex applications.”
For hydraulic components manufacturers, this evolution means developing solutions that respond not only to the technical requirements of individual applications but also to the changing expectations of customers and end users.
Where Demand Is Growing: Regions and Segments
The same Market Research Future report shows that growth is not uniform across regions and applications. North America held the largest share of the market in 2024, at 26.74%, while Asia-Pacific is identified as the fastest-growing region.
| Segment |
Largest |
Fastest-growing |
| Application |
Construction equipment |
Agricultural machinery |
| End use |
Oil and gas |
Transportation |
| Component type |
Hydraulic pumps |
Hydraulic cylinders |
For the hydraulic industry, construction equipment remains the largest application, while agricultural machinery is expanding fastest, in line with the trend toward more mechanized farming.
Why Quick-Connect Couplings Matter in Hydraulic Systems
A quick-connect coupling is the component that allows a hydraulic line to be connected and disconnected without tools and without draining the circuit. On a tractor, it links the implement to the vehicle; on an excavator, it allows attachments to be changed during the work shift; in a factory, it connects moulds, presses and test benches.
Because couplings are connected and disconnected many times over the life of a machine, their design directly affects the issues the market is now prioritizing:
- Fluid loss: every connection that releases oil wastes fluid and contaminates the work area. Flat face hydraulic couplers are designed to connect hydraulic lines with no fluid loss, and their flat surface is easier to clean, which reduces the risk of contamination.
- Residual pressure: lines that remain under pressure are difficult to connect by hand. Multi-coupling systems such as MultiFaster connect several lines in a single operation, even with residual pressure in the system.
- Harsh environments: corrosive fluids and aggressive conditions require dedicated materials. Stainless steel quick couplings provide high resistance to corrosion and are equipped with FKM seals.
As applications become more complex, the coupling influences the safety, efficiency and uptime of the entire machine. The full range of hydraulic quick couplers shows how different valve types and sizes match different applications.
Faster: 75 Years of Industrial Expertise and Innovation
Founded in 1951, Faster celebrates 75 years of experience in the hydraulic components industry in 2026. Over the decades, the company has continued to develop its expertise in the design and manufacture of quick-connect couplings, supporting customers across a wide range of hydraulic applications, from couplings for agriculture to construction equipment and industrial plants.
Today, Faster manufactures approximately 45 million components each year, equivalent to more than 200,000 parts per day. Its portfolio includes over 10,000 part numbers and approximately 3,500 new product configurations developed to meet specific application requirements.
This production capacity is supported by a highly integrated industrial model. Faster carries out 90% of precision machining, 60% of machining on castings, and 65% of assembly in-house, alongside testing, packaging, logistics and shipping.
This integration enables the company to maintain close control over key manufacturing processes while responding to the technical requirements of different applications and markets.
“Over the course of these 75 years, markets, technologies, and applications have changed, but our approach to innovation has not,” says Matteo Arduini. “We continue to transform technical complexity into simple, reliable, and secure solutions. For us, innovation is never an end in itself: it stems from listening to the application needs of customers and users and from our ability to translate those needs into products that tangibly improve performance, safety, and efficiency.”
A Global Presence, with Strong Roots in Italy
Throughout its history, Faster has produced more than 500 million quick-connect couplings and built a portfolio of 146 patents, strengthening its position in international markets.
The company operates through subsidiaries in the United States, Brazil, China and India, while maintaining the core of its technological and manufacturing expertise in Italy.
Headquartered in Rivolta d’Adda, in the province of Cremona, Faster has been part of Helios Technologies, an international group specializing in hydraulic and electronic control technologies, since 2018.
This international presence combines proximity to customers in key markets with the manufacturing expertise and industrial heritage developed in Italy over more than seven decades.
Looking Ahead: The Next Chapter of Hydraulic Innovation
For Faster, its 75th anniversary represents both an opportunity to reflect on its industrial journey and a milestone in a path that continues to evolve.
“This anniversary is not a point of arrival, but a milestone on a journey that continues to evolve,” concludes Matteo Arduini. “Over the past 75 years, we have built an industrial legacy founded on continuous innovation, expertise, and the ability to keep pace with the evolution of hydraulics in major international markets.
“Looking ahead, the challenge will be to continue developing increasingly efficient and reliable solutions, while maintaining the same practical approach and the same close relationship with customers and users that have guided every one of our industrial decisions.”
If you are designing a new machine or upgrading an existing hydraulic system, you can contact the Faster team to find the coupling solution that fits your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the market for hydraulic components?
According to Market Research Future, the global hydraulic components market is valued at $56.31 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $94.4 billion by 2035, an overall increase of approximately 68%.
What is the expected growth rate of the market for hydraulic components?
The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.3% between 2025 and 2035, driven by automation, infrastructure investments and agricultural mechanization.
What are the main hydraulic components?
The main hydraulic components are pumps, motors, cylinders, valves and connection systems such as hoses, fittings and quick-connect couplings. Pumps generate the flow, valves control it, motors and cylinders convert it into motion, and connection systems carry the fluid between them.
What does a hydraulic quick-connect coupling do?
A hydraulic quick-connect coupling allows a hydraulic line to be connected and disconnected quickly, without tools and without draining the system. Depending on the design, it can limit fluid loss and allow connection with residual pressure in the line.