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HydroSym

Accurate hydraulic schematics
Created in minutes

The all-in-one program for connected schematics.

What is HydroSym?

HydroSym is professional hydraulic design software — 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.

Illustration of a complex hydraulic schematic created
  with HydroSym software.

HydroSym is trusted by over 1,000 companies worldwide

A list of the following clients: Argo-Hytos, Ariston, Atos, Bucher Hydraulics, Daman, Moog, Voith, and Wandfluh.


Search, drop, draw

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.

Select once, configure once

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.

Simply defined 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.

HydroSym has greatly simplified our daily work by reducing the time it takes to draw a hydraulic diagram, whether it’s for a rebuild or a new project.

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Access to 1 million+ components

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.

Can’t find your component?

We’ll create it for you, free of charge — yes, even during your free trial.

Bespoke integrations

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.

Helping engineers all over the world

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.

The Paro hydraulic system design tools are used all over the world.

Show me my
canvas

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is hydraulic design software?

Hydraulic CAD software is a specialized design program for creating hydraulic diagrams, 3D manifolds and associated documentation. Unlike generic CAD programs, it contains ready-to-use hydraulic symbols and controlled components, making the design process faster and more accurate.

Do I need any other software to use HydroSym?

No, you don’t. HydroSym is fully stand-alone, and you don’t need any additional software.

What hardware requirements do I need to use HydroSym?

HydroSym is not based on heavy programs. A simple PC with Windows is sufficient. We also support virtualization with other operating systems.

Can I import my old schematics into HydroSym?

Yes. If you have existing hydraulic schematics in .dxf or .dwg format, you can easily import these schematics into HydroSym.

Can I integrate HydroSym with my own PDM/ERP?

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.

Can I export from HydroSym?

Yes, you can export the hydraulic schematic as a .dxf file or as a PDF.