When reviewing an inventory of leading makers for hydraulic lift apparatus, BVA Hydraulics surfaces continually at the top of the list. Part of the Shinn Fu Company of America and partners with Power System Incorporated. Of Florida, BVA offers a large spread of products including cylindars, adapters, air pumps, gauges, hand pumps, toe jacks, rotary pumps, bottle jacks and electric pumps.

The parent company was established in 1978 and has current headquarters in Kansas Town MO. Here, their 100,000 square foot facilty makes the ideal launching pad for the numerous products they offer including the ‘Magic Lift ‘ in 1998, the Speedy Lift in 1999 and the EZ lift in 2000. Since that point, Shinn Fu combined with diverse other equipment companies including Hein Werner.

Shinn Fu of America (SFA) has many services including sales, service, promoting and distributing parts across the Americas. They've also got a robust presence for hydraulic lift kit in Canada, being known for glorious products and quality consumer service.

Think of these corporations kind of like a technological puzzle. The BVA arm takes care of BVA Hydraulics and OEM in house brand products (Omega Lifting Gear). Hein Werner handles auto as does Porto-Power Blackhawk. Pro-lift has a DIY line of goods and Tailgate offers tools. SFA doesn't only act as a distribution force, however. They've also got important input into research, development and designs for new markets, which as of 2008 is ISO certified. BVA has products that meet the vital standards of ANSI and ASME, and they're continually being granted new patents for inventive products.

For the end use BVA & SFA have factory capabilities that keep overhead costs down. No quality is sacrificed, pricing is fair and design features – unique. Being just one mile away from the Kansas City International Aeroport makes their facilities really accessible including the testing labs, warehouse and showroom. They welcome calls from interested parties for tours or product info.

Unlike some equipment manufacturers, BVA uses all metal construction. This means durable, long-lasting hydraulics. So much is the case that BVA has an Entire life Warrantee. Even if something needs replacing, it only takes a minute or two to put the cylinder and seals in place. Products that are considered ‘stock ‘ ship inside 48 hours of your order.

Todd Smith is the founder of Power Systems Inc of Florida, a company that offers information about BVA Hydraulics on their website.