
TrulinX Software Helps Fluid Power and Motion Control Distributors Tighten Operations
Tribute got its start in the fluid power industry, so we understand what distributors need an ERP software to do and how to implement it. Fluid power and motion control distributors need a business management software that will help streamline processes, reduce costs, save time, stay competitive, and improve customer service. That’s where Tribute’s industry-leading software, TrulinX, shows its value.
But we’re more than just an industrial distribution software package. With over 35 years of industry experience, we’ll work as a strategic partner to help your fluid power and motion control distribution business run smoother. From better inventory management to assigning projects to work centers, we can help you bolster profits and gain an edge on competitors.
ERP Software Designed for Motion Control & Fluid Power Distributors
Specialized Fluid Power Software Features & Integrations
Our TrulinX fluid power ERP system is equipped with niche features to improve the operations of your distribution business. These features include:
- Sophisticated work order management system to easily enter and substitute components on complicated assemblies like power units, cylinders, valve assemblies, pump systems, etc.
- Customizable templates for complex assemblies to obtain all the information needed on a quote to ensure the assembly is fabricated correctly
- Track and route labor & burden and easily outsource subassemblies
- Designate standard pack buy quantities (no broken box charges or expensive components on the shelf)
- Infinite number of pricing levels - can recognize whole purchase price vs per piece pricing
- Simplified vendor rebate program to track every component in every assembly in your warehouse
- Automated special pricing agreements help maximize gains and ensure you are reaping the highest profit margins
- Flexible counter / retail sales module enables you to process walk-in orders, or pick-ups, quickly and efficiently
Better Access to Information for Improved Customer Service
Keep better track of customer orders and product information, quote more competitively, and close sales effectively. With TrulinX’s powerful customer service features, you’ll be able to:
- Check price, availability, most often ordered, history & substitutes all on one screen
- Easily search for product numbers
- Offer substitutions and cross-referenced product numbers
- Attach schematics, documents and photos to product numbers
- Import quotes to save time and errors on manual entry
- Easily import pricing catalogs for new lines or entry of large numbers of product numbers
- Track lost sales
- Automatic follow-up for all previous quotes & inquiries
Get Started with Tribute Software
The experts at Tribute have years of experience working in the motion control and fluid power equipment market. We understand your unique requirements and will provide you with the features and services your business needs.
We are more than just a software package. We value becoming a trusted member of your team! Our dedicated staff provides personalized on-site software implementation and dependable ERP software support services to keep things running smoothly.
If you’re ready to discover the TrulinX Difference, fill out a form to request a free demo today! You can also contact our team for more information on our fluid power business management software.
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Client Testimonial: MFP Automation Engineering
The team at MFP Automation Engineering shares the benefits of partnering with TrulinX ERP software.
"This business software allows us to streamline orders from quote to invoice. We utilize its efficiencies and tools to integrate electronic orders, quickly print reports, and manage a large inventory which frees up our time and skillsets to focus on the business. With the use of TrulinX, our procedures are very effective, efficient, and saves cost. TrulinX has not only made our lives easier, but the benefits have undoubtedly trickled down to the customer in the form of time, financial savings, and order accuracy."
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Industry Partners
Tribute, Inc. believes that one of the best ways we can anticipate a distributor’s needs is by knowing their vendors. That’s why we’ve forged strong relationships with a number of leading industrial manufacturers in your industry. By working closely with them, we can help our software users meet vendor requirements and maximize discounts, all while selling the product in the most efficient manner.

- Easy price updates and new item imports
- Retail sales: Aeroquip Express - Weatherhead Port-to-Port Stores
- P.O.S sales reporting
- Inventory Reporting
- Calculation of Rebates & Reporting
- Hose assembly generation
- Consolidation of purchase orders
- Easily transmit PO's

- Sales reporting
- Automatic rebate calculation & reporting
- EDI integration
- Price update and item loading
- PHconnect & PHAST integration
- Parker Tracking System (PTS) integration

- POS Sales reporting
- Rebates
- Automatic report generation
- EDI transmissions
- Upload catalogs and easy price updates

- 80 character part number capacity
- POS Sales reporting
- Automatic price updates
- Exporting invoices & purchase orders

Sun Hydraulics
- Exporting POs to Sun Hydraulics
- Images/Graphics on PN
- Easy tracking of non-stock and drop shipment sales
- Easy price updates