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ABOUT US

Starting almost 50 years ago as a simple jack and hoist repair shop, Reliable Hydraulics has grown into a leader in the lubrication, automotive lift, and shop equipment field. We sell, install, service, and repair equipment for fleet shops, automotive dealerships, truck shops, truck builders, and vehicle repair facilities. Factory-trained and with over 100 years of experience in the building, we can take care of any of your shop needs. Family-owned and operated for almost 50 years, Reliable Hydraulics puts our customers and employees first and always strives to address any issue that comes our way.

OUR MISSION

Defining the Way 
We Move

Reliable Hydraulics is committed to delivering exceptional products and services that enhance the operational efficiency and safety of automotive service facilities nationwide.

Our Journey So Far

1978

RELIABLE HYDRAULICS IS FOUNDED

Charles A. Stookey began his journey at Reliable Hydraulics as both an owner and a salesman. At the time, Reliable Hydraulics was a small hydraulics repair shop with only a few employees. However, Charlie was already a seasoned salesman, having gained extensive experience working for several large multinational companies.

1983

EXPANSION INTO EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTION

Tim and Terry Stookey joined the company to help Charlie expand Reliable Hydraulics into an equipment distributor. Working closely with their father, they successfully entered the equipment market in Atlanta, GA, rapidly establishing the company as one of the largest distributors in the South.

1986

RELOCATION TO SMYRNA, GA

Outgrowing the original shop in Atlanta, Reliable moves to Smyrna, Georgia right outside the perimeter of Atlanta. Nearly adding 4 times the space they had originally to stock more equipment and have a bigger repair shop.

2005

MOVE TO LARGER FACILITY

Reliable Hydraulics soon outgrew its first Smyrna location and moved just a few miles down the road to 2600 South Cobb Drive, where we continue to operate today.

2011

THIRD GENERATION JOIN TEAM

Devon Stookey, Chris Stookey, and Ben Pitts represent the third generation at Reliable Hydraulics. They began their journey by working in the warehouse, maintaining the shop, and assisting wherever needed. Over time, they advanced to managing inside sales, outside sales, and operations at Reliable Hydraulics.

2024

THE LEGACY CONTINUES

Tim, Terry, Chris, Ben, and Devon all continue to work at Reliable Hydraulics today, drawing on their collective experience to meet our customers' lubrication and lifting equipment needs. Looking to the future, Ben, Chris, and Devon are committed to upholding Reliable Hydraulics, Inc.'s legacy of exceptional service.

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