The all-in-one program for connected schematics.
HydroSym is professional schematic design software for hydraulic systems — fast, accurate, and purpose-built by engineers.
At its core is the idea of connected schematics: every component is smart, every connection is live, and every part of your design updates in sync.
A list of the following clients: Argo-Hytos, Ariston, Atos, Bucher Hydraulics, Daman, Moog, Voith, and Wandfluh.
Find your component in our library of over 1 million hydraulic components.
Place every component and connect as you draw.
From Bill of Materials to Layout Drawing, automate every element of your documentation.
Flawless hydraulic design.
Guaranteed.
HydroSym software allows you to design hydraulic schematics in minutes.
Creating a hydraulic schematic in HydroSym gives you access to the Paro Component Library. With over 1 million components available, simply search for the component you need. Once you have the right component, drag it onto your canvas, and start creating.
Move your components freely — HydroSym’s smart connection lines move with your drawing, allowing you a smoother, simpler design process.
From smart connection lines and automatic jumpers to easy symbol editing, simplify your drawing process with HydroSym.
From spool types to pressure setting or accumulator volume, as you draw, configurable components allow you to modify the property’s components.
Each component in HydroSym guides you through manufacturer parameters, all the way to a complete ordering code.
More powerful than CAD software, with just a few clicks, you can find the manufacturer's specifications, ordering codes, and link to the product sheet.
Less admin, more design.
HydroSym helps you create modular, flexible hydraulic systems.
With HydroSym’s product configurator, modules can be assembled individually and adapted to any type of application, cutting design time from 2 hours to just 10 minutes.
Find the module you need in Paro’s Component Library, and drag it to your schematic. Once in place, HydroSym’s intuitive software will prompt you to configure every option for your hydraulic system.
The future of design is modular. Bring it to life in HydroSym.
Get started and draw your first diagram in just 15 minutes.
From Bosch Rexroth to Hydac, NACHI to Wandfluh, the Paro Component Library contains over 1 million hydraulic components.
Every component has been checked by our practicing engineers. They're indexed with every variable in pressure, wattage or size, and they’re linked to the manufacturer’s product sheet.
Less checking, more doing.
We’ll create it for you, free of charge — yes, even during your free trial.
HydroSym integrates seamlessly with most ERP, PDM, and PLM systems, automating your Bill of Materials, confirming compatibility, and supporting everything from customer-ready proposals to detailed designs.
From wind turbines to cranes, to hydraulic presses and pullers, HydroSym enables engineers to create fast, accurate and smart schematics for a wide variety of hydraulic systems.
We help over 1,000 organizations to simplify their hydraulic system design.
Since 1974, Paro has been building tools with and for hydraulic engineers. From creating manifolds to simplifying design, we’re here to support your next project.
Getting started with HydroSym is simple.
Have a question? Your free trial includes full access to our 1:1, direct-access customer support. Your questions will be answered by one of our practicing hydraulic engineers.
Prefer to learn at your own pace? Explore our collection of HydroSym video tutorials and start designing in minutes.
Hydraulic CAD software is a specialized design tool for creating hydraulic schematics, 3D manifolds, and related documentation. Unlike generic CAD programs, it includes ready-to-use hydraulic symbols and verified components, making the design process faster and more accurate.
No, you don’t. HydroSym is fully stand-alone, and you don’t need any additional software.
HydroSym is not based on heavy programs. A simple PC with Windows is sufficient.
Yes. If you have existing hydraulic schematics in .dxf or .dwg format, you can easily import these schematics into HydroSym.
Yes. HydroSym is flexible and simple to integrate with programs and back-end systems. Building the integration may require a little work with your IT department, but, as we’re experts in creating these workflows, we’re quick! Please contact us with any integration questions via support@paro.nl, or read more on our dedicated Integrations page.
Yes, you can export the hydraulic schematic as a .dxf file or as a PDF.
Pack & Save lets you export your schematic and all related information into a single zip file, perfect for documentation or sharing with clients.
When unzipped, the file becomes a clear, ready-to-use PDF package that includes:
Your schematic
A fully itemized and linked Bill of Materials (BOM)
Datasheets for all used components
Each component in your schematic is numbered to match the BOM, so item 1 in the drawing is also item 1 in the BOM.
Yes. Once your schematic is complete, you can generate a Bill of Materials (BOM) with a single click.
No, HydroSym is not a simulation tool. It is focused on creating accurate hydraulic schematics and documentation.
HydroSym is designed to help engineers quickly create accurate, professional hydraulic schematics and related documentation. Our focus is on functioning schematics and real-world design clarity.
If you need simulation capabilities, you can use HydroSym alongside dedicated simulation tools.
HydroSym exports to a wide range of CAD programs. You can choose your preferred format from a dropdown menu when exporting your schematic.
We are continuously updating the available export formats to support common engineering workflows.
If you have questions about integrating HydroSym into your workflow, contact us at info@paro.nl or visit our Integrations page.
The Paro Component Library contains over 1 million hydraulic components.
If your component or symbol isn’t available, you can create your own, and add it to the Library. Or, if you prefer, we can create the component or symbol for you. Just get in touch at library@paro.nl.
You can add components yourself by creating new symbols or modifying existing ones and saving them as components within the software. Watch our video tutorial on adding components here.
If you prefer, our customer support team can add components for you. Just email us on library@paro.nl, and we’ll take care of it.
Yes, it’s very easy to create your own symbols and components, and to add these to the Paro Library.
If you prefer, we can add symbols and components to the Library, free of charge. Just email us on library@paro.nl.
A component is a manufacturer-specific file that contains all part information, such as number, description, type, and manufacturer. Every component also links to other files, like assembly drawings and symbols.
A symbol is like a picture: it doesn’t contain any part information but can represent multiple different components.
Yes, you can start by drawing your schematic with symbols. Once you know which components you need, you can easily replace the symbols with actual components from the library.
Yes, you can create symbols and components for any part you need, not just hydraulic components. For example, you can also create pneumatic components.
Yes, tubes, pipes and hoses are also included in the Paro Component Library.
If you need a part that isn’t yet in the Library, you can create it yourself, and add it to the Library. If you prefer, we can add parts to the Library, free of charge. Just email us on library@paro.nl.
Yes, HydroSym can be used to design and lay out heating systems. We already work with companies in this sector — including global brands like Ariston. Read how Ariston uses HydroSym to unify their schematics and improve collaboration across their global teams.
You can use existing symbols or add new ones to the Library. If you need support, we’re happy to help; the process is similar to adding a new component.
Yes, HydroSym can also be adapted for water schematics, and we work with companies in this sector as well.
You can use existing symbols or add new ones to the Library. If you need support, we’re happy to help; the process is similar to adding a new component.
Yes! Manifold design is one of our key engineering services.
Learn more on our Engineering page or get in touch directly at support@paro.nl. You can also call our Netherlands HQ on +31 251 233 785.
Integration setups vary depending on your workflow and systems. To get started, just email us at info@paro.nl.
As a first step, we’ll schedule a call to understand your needs, technical setup, and goals. From there, well propose a tailored process, identify the teams involved, and define a project timeline. We’ve successfully implemented integrations across a wide range of environments, and we’re happy to guide you through it.
You can read more about our integration services here.
No, you don’t. HydroSym and HydroMan software are stand-alone products.
No. We built HydroSymfrom scratch. HydroSym brings together our combined knowledge, expertise and experiences from our customers and our own engineering practice.
We believe creating hydraulic schematics needs a specialized tool. HydroSym is a completely stand-alone software package. You don’t need any additional programs, plug-ins or extensions to use HydroSym.
You don’t! Just email support@paro.nl, or call our Netherlands HQ on +31 251 233 785.
