About Absolute Distribution & Hydraulics

At Absolute Distribution & Hydraulics, your success is our success.

We don’t believe in overcomplicating things. You need the right parts, the right advice, and fast turnaround—that’s exactly what we deliver. Since 2016, under the leadership of Brad Chayba, we’ve proudly served Peace River, Clairmont, Grande Prairie, and job sites across Northern Alberta with one mission:
friendly, accurate, no-BS service that keeps your operation moving.

As a Canadian-owned direct importer, we cut out the middleman to save you time and money. Our shops are fully stocked. Our crimping is precise. And our team? Sharp, skilled, and always ready to help.

Whether you’re wrenching on a rig or running a farm, Absolute is your go-to crew for all things hydraulic.

Let’s get it done—together.

Our Testimonials

What Our Peace River & Clairmont Region Customers are Saying

Knowledgeable, friendly and always willing to help!

-jpas7773

Extremely helpful, kind and considerate. It was a pleasure, thank you.

-George Baker

Customer Focused, always willing to go the extra mile regardless of the job size.

-Craig

Expert Hydraulic Crimping - On Demand

Parts You Need. Brands You Trust.

Reliable, Local & Ready - 24/7

Our Family

Our People are the Reason We Win

At Absolute Hydraulics & Distribution, every crimp, every fitting,

and every customer conversation starts with our people.
From Peace River to Clairmont, our team combines technical know-how

with friendly service to get you what you need—fast.
We're proud to be Canadian-owned and powered by real folks who care.

Nick Elkins

Clairmont Branch Manager

Meet Nick Elkins, our Clairmont branch manager—and a Peace River original. With a background in heavy equipment mechanics and a deep knowledge of hydraulics, Nick leads with both experience and heart.

Since 2022, he’s brought his Peace River work ethic to Clairmont, delivering fast, reliable service to our customers across the Grande Prairie region. From crimping to fittings to custom builds, Nick keeps operations running smooth and customers walking out the door with exactly what they need.

If you’re in Clairmont or anywhere near Grande Prairie, Nick’s your guy.

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Dan Surrette

Peace River Branch Manager

Dan Surette, the peacekeeper and branch manager extraordinaire at our Peace River location. With a dry wit and a knack for keeping things running like a well-oiled machine, Dan is the quiet powerhouse behind the scenes.

Since joining Absolute Hydraulics in October 2022, he's been instrumental in ensuring that our Peace River branch operates seamlessly. Despite his reserved demeanor, Dan's humor shines through, bringing levity to even the busiest of days. When it comes to hydraulic expertise and a touch of humor, Dan is the man to turn to. As a proud face of Absolute Hydraulics in Peace River, Dan helps local operators—from farmers to oilfield crews—get moving again.

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Owner/Operator

Brad Chayba

Brad runs the show at Absolute Hydraulics and knows this industry inside and out. He’s the kind of guy who remembers every part number, shows up when it counts, and always brings a good laugh. With strong Peace Region roots and years of hands-on experience, Brad keeps things moving—with accuracy, honesty, and a whole lot of hustle.