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Engineered Solutions for Demanding Metals Applications

Regal Rexnord delivers rugged, reliable power transmission solutions designed to support safe, efficient operation across critical crane, metals handling, and recycling equipment.

For more than 125 years, metals producers and OEMs worldwide have relied on Regal Rexnord to keep their most demanding equipment running safely and reliably. Our portfolio spans the full spectrum of metals power transmission and motion control solutions including gearing, couplings, bearings, brakes, torque management, and predictive maintenance solutions. Backed by deep application expertise and responsive engineering support, we help reduce operational risk, improve uptime, and extend component life across critical crane, material handling, and processing equipment.


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Applications We Specialize In

Industrial & Process Cranes

Industrial and process cranes operate at the heart of metals production, where safety, reliability, and precise motion control are critical. From overhead and gantry cranes to ladle, coil, and charge crane applications, Regal Rexnord supports dependable operation through engineered drivetrain and braking solutions designed for extreme loads and continuous duty.


Common Pain Points & How We Solve Them:

  • High loads & shock events: Heavy‑duty gearing, couplings, and drivetrain solutions engineered to manage shock loads and protect connected equipment.
  • Safety‑critical motion control: Proven braking and torque management solutions designed to support controlled movement, secure holding, and safe stopping.
  • Misalignment & structural movement: Flexible, misalignment‑tolerant components that maintain performance despite deflection and thermal growth.
  • Lifecycle cost & uptime: Solutions focused on durability and serviceability to reduce maintenance frequency and extend equipment life.


Port & Heavy Material Handling Equipment

Port and heavy material handling equipment demands robust drivetrain solutions capable of supporting continuous operation in harsh environments. Regal Rexnord supports container handling, shipyard cranes, and other heavy lifting applications with engineered solutions designed for durability, predictable performance, and safety‑critical control.


Common Pain Points & How We Solve Them:

  • Extreme-duty cycles: Components built for high-load, high-cycle operation in demanding industrial environments.
  • Environmental exposure: Sealed bearings, brakes, and drivetrains designed to withstand moisture, dust, and corrosive conditions.
  • Operational safety: Braking and control solutions designed to support secure holding and controlled motion under heavy loads.
  • Maintenance access challenges: Durable designs engineered to extend service intervals and simplify maintenance activities.

Specialty & Custom Metals Equipment

Many metals applications rely on custom‑engineered equipment tailored to specific processes and operating conditions. Regal Rexnord partners closely with OEMs and end users to support specialty and engineered‑to‑order systems with flexible, application‑driven power transmission and motion control solutions.


Common Pain Points & How We Solve Them:

  • Non‑standard designs: Engineered solutions adaptable to unique equipment configurations and operating requirements.
  • High torque & variable loads: System‑level powertrain evaluation designed to handle fluctuating loads and demanding duty cycles.
  • System performance: Real‑world diagnostics using field data and condition monitoring to identify system‑level issues.
  • Long‑term reliability: Solutions selected with lifecycle performance and serviceability in mind.

Shredders & Size‑Reduction Equipment

Shredders and size‑reduction equipment operate under extreme torque, shock loads, and highly variable material conditions. Regal Rexnord supports shredder OEMs and system designers with drivetrain and motion control solutions engineered to handle severe-duty cycles while protecting critical equipment during continuous operation.


Common Pain Points & How We Solve Them:

  • Extreme torque & shock events: Heavy‑duty couplings, gearing, and torque‑management technologies designed to absorb shock loads and protect connected drivetrains.
  • Frequent load variability: Solutions engineered to manage fluctuating material feed conditions without sacrificing reliability or component life.
  • Equipment protection: Drivetrain designs incorporating controlled torque transmission to help reduce the risk of catastrophic overloads.
  • Design flexibility: Application expertise supporting integration into both standard and custom shredder platforms.

Metals Recycling Systems

Metals recycling systems depend on reliable drivetrain performance across interconnected equipment operating at high-duty cycles. Regal Rexnord supports recycling operations with power transmission solutions designed to enhance system reliability, improve uptime, and protect critical assets across shredding, transfer, and processing stages.


Common Pain Points & How We Solve Them:

  • Continuous, high‑duty operation: Drivetrain components engineered for long service life under demanding production schedules.
  • System‑level reliability: Solutions selected to support consistent performance across multiple interconnected machines.
  • Maintenance efficiency: Durable, service‑focused designs that help extend maintenance intervals and reduce unplanned downtime.
  • Operational consistency: Application‑driven engineering support to help align component selection with site‑specific operating conditions.

Interested in Solutions for Other Metals Applications?

We're here to help. Reach out to our experts to learn how our solutions can reduce downtime and keep your metals production and processing equipment running.

Success Stories

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Featured Products

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    Clutches & Brakes
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    Industrial Chain
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