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Other heavy-duty manufacturing
Powering the toughest applications
From quarries and aggregates to heavy manufacturing plants, OEM drive systems are pushed to their limits. Crushers, conveyors, mixers, hoists, and cranes demand gearboxes capable of handling extreme torque, shock loading, and abrasive conditions. Downtime in these environments doesn’t just slow production, it can halt entire operations, creating costly delays across supply chains.
Engineering that solves real-world failures
Industrial gearboxes in heavy industry often fail due to dust ingress, overloading, shock loading, or inadequate lubrication. At Brown GearTech, we tackle these challenges head-on with rugged housings, reinforced seals, advanced lubrication systems, and robust component design. Our geared motors are built for continuous duty, giving OEMs the resilience, and reliability needed in high-output environments.
Why OEMs choose Brown GearTech
- High powered geared motor solutions for crushers and bulk conveyors
- Custom gear drives for mixers, hoists, and cranes
- Long-life designs that cut costly downtime
- Support for automation and electrification in quarry and heavy industry applications
Rapid gearbox replacement for Fortis IBA recycling
When Fortis IBA’s feed line worm gear motor failed without warning at their high-capacity recycling facility, the entire process was put at risk. With downtime escalating, Fortis turned to Brown GearTech for a fast, durable solution.
Within 48 hours, our team designed and delivered a custom worm gear motor with upgraded materials and improved sealing to withstand abrasive waste conditions. We also introduced a site-wide cataloguing and spares strategy, giving Fortis clear visibility of every gearbox and motor on site.
The result: production restored in under 48 hours, with a stronger, more resilient gearbox solution and a plan in place to safeguard future operations.
Lifting performance in crane applications
Cranes and hoisting equipment represent some of the toughest gearbox demands in heavy industry. With high torque, variable loads, and strict safety requirements, failure is never an option. Brown GearTech supplies precision-engineered hoist drives, slew drives, and travel gearboxes designed to deliver smooth lifting, reliable braking, and long-term performance across construction, ports, and manufacturing facilities.
What our customers say
“If only everyone was like Brown GearTech. They go the extra mile.”
– Stewart Graham, Clark Door
Our passion for heavy industry OEMs
“Heavy industry projects really showcase the strength of our engineering. These are environments where resilience makes all the difference, and we’re proud to help OEMs deliver it.”
– Nichola Adshead, Brown GearTech
FAQs
What makes quarrying and aggregates so challenging for gearboxes?
Constant dust, high torque, and vibration create extreme wear. Our solutions are specifically designed to overcome these challenges.
Do you support electrification in heavy industry?
Yes. Our geared motors can integrate with electrified equipment and help OEMs meet stricter emissions and energy efficiency requirements.
Can Brown GearTech supply large-scale custom gear drives?
Absolutely. We design and supply custom-engineered solutions up to 55 kW and beyond.
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