DB Santasalo Gearbox Repairs

Known for helping power the Aston Martin cars that are driven by iconic spy James Bond, DB Santasalo gearboxes also provide power generation to devices and machinery all across the world. Here at Highfield Gears, we are extremely familiar with these units and their associated components and, as a result, our engineers can undergo gearbox repair, improvements or reconditioning, so that your geared motors will be back up and running in no time.

Since our founding way back in 1927, our work has helped businesses across the UK with their DB Santasalo gear systems. By combining decades of knowledge and history with cutting edge technology, our industrial gearbox service is one of the best in the sector.

As well as being able to fix this gearbox type, we can also undergo repair, or reconditioning projects for several brands and manufacturers of gearboxes and transmissions including such as DB Santasalo, Flender, Radicon, Sumitomo, Renold, Chemineer, Siemens and Hansen. As a gear manufacturer, we also possess the knowledge to fix, and repair, individual gears too. From the spur and helical gear to bevel, worm and double-helical gears, we can do it all.

And, the best part is, we do all this, in house, from our gearbox test facility and machining centre right here at our headquarters in Huddersfield. So, if you’re looking for a team of gearbox experts that will have your models back up and running for their intended purposes then be sure to get in touch with our employees at Highfield Gears today on 01484 531 010 or email us at sales@hgi-uk.co.uk.

How We Can Help Fix, Upgrade, Or Recondition Your DB Santasalo Gearbox

By investing in cutting-edge CNC machining, and other gear cutting and gear grinding devices, we're able to offer a complete range of services at our gearbox headquarters.

When it comes to this brand of gearbox, we really are a one-stop shop. There is no need to access parts from a competitor, send components off for repair, wait for a supplier to ship things to us from overseas, or be dependent on an unreliable supply chain, everything is done, in-house, to fix your gearbox device.

Not only does this speed up the entire process for you, and us, but it also reduces costs and means the level of downtime is reduced, without sacrificing quality. This kind of service makes us leaders in fixing these, and other brands of, gearboxes.

From the minute you get in touch with us, you’ll soon see just what a difference working with a firm, that doesn’t compromise on the details, makes for your company or organisation. We begin with a thorough inspection at our testing facility which looks to review each component of the gearbox and determine what it is that has gone wrong. We draw from previous experience, as well as a portfolio of drawings, settings and specifications, which allows us to determine an in-depth plan of action.

Our team then rolls their sleeves up and gets to work applying the pre-agreed solution; creating, grinding or repairing parts as needed. This is done to exacting standards and will be compared against pre-existing data drawn from current DB Santasalo transmission units. This means that, once we’ve finished, your gearbox will work as well, if not better, as units fixed by the brand themselves.

We’re able to track quality, ensure things are being done to the high standards we’ve set and, throughout the process, we will keep you informed about our progress by way of reports, photos, and regular contact, so you’ll always know what we’re doing, and why.

Our Key Services For This Type Of Gearbox

Onsite inspection

Our team can visit sites across the country and inspect your machinery before you commit to moving your gearbox to our Huddersfield headquarters. We're able to determine how big the job is, what needs to be done, and decide whether or not you need to invest time, and money, transporting your gearbox.

DB Santasalo service, repairs and upgrades

Machinery, in particular gearboxes, wear over time. No matter how well they are maintained, sooner or later some sort of service, repair, or upgrade will be needed. Thankfully, our experience with DB Santasalo gear systems is unparalleled, meaning we can undergo a range of services should the need arise.

Preventative Maintenance

Fixing the problem before it causes more fundamental damage is the goal for all businesses. Our preventative maintenance service will be on hand to make those small fixes, and gearbox infrastructure improvements, so that things run smoothly and we avoid any major bumps in the road.

Strategic spares management

When the time comes to install spare parts, this service can ensure the component that is needed is of the highest quality and will slot seamlessly into your existing transmission drives.

Our Previous Work With DB Santasalo Gear Systems

Over the decades, we have been fortunate to repair or recondition hundreds of transmissions by these manufacturers, from their Quatro Planetary Gearboxes series to their CX Conveyor Drives.

All this previous work has given us an acute sense of the issues that can arise, and the resulting damage that occurs, when gearboxes become faulty. From damaging business operations to stopping you from being able to fulfil expensive contracts, when gearboxes stop powering your machinery, the results can be catastrophic.

These effects drive us on to help businesses, which is why we offer a 24/7 emergency service that can be on hand to provide solutions to a host of problems, no matter when they occur. In our experience, issues with your gearbox occur at the most inconvenient times. Let’s say you’re trying to fulfil an order, and faults cause things to grind to a halt, or, something breaks on the weekend, meaning the regular engineers, or employees, aren’t present to help fix it. Our 24/7 emergency service will dispel these worries, leaving you to rest assured, knowing an expert will always be there to help.

Five Ways To Keep Your Industrial Gearboxes Operating Smoothly

DB Santasalo gearboxes, or as they are sometimes known, David Brown Gear Systems, are faced with a daily barrage of application demands, high levels of torque and input power, and a wide range of other stresses. And, while our gear engineering knowledge, and ability to help when the worst happens, is matched by few, it's best to avoid entire malfunctions.

To keep complete gear units operating and helping you make products, it’s important to keep things well-maintained. Otherwise, these demanding applications will soon cause more harm than good, and damage once strong growth potential for your business.

With that in mind, we've listed five maintenance processes that you can carry out to keep things ticking over and help to retain your place as an industry leader.

Lubricate the gearbox regularly

Proper lubrication is vital to ensure the smooth running of a gearbox. Our team can advise on which lubrication is best for your DB Santasalo gearbox. Without lubrication, overheating can occur and faults will develop quickly. Signs of low lubrication include glass and oil leakage in shaft seals. These leaks could also indicate that the seals need replacing to be able to keep the lubrication in the gearbox.

Look for temperature issues

An overheated industrial gearbox is very dangerous and can be a hazard to those nearby. Temperature issues on gearboxes can take many forms. Look for foamed glass, burn marks on housings and plastic components that are disfigured. All of these are signs that your gearbox is simply too hot. A cheap way of testing if it is too hot is to spray water on it. If the water immediately evaporates on impact then you know it’s overheating.

Check the alignment of the gears

Misaligned gears can cause teeth to crack, and components to slip and break. You can observe the alignment of your gears and can quite easily spot if a specific gear, casing, or shaft isn’t where it should be.

Remove dirt and dust

Cleaning the inside of the DB Santasalo gearbox can go a long way to keeping it running. Dust and dirt, in this environment, can cause serious damage to these components. From unnecessary wear and tear to becoming an actual fire hazard – dirt and dust should be kept at an absolute minimum. A smart way to ensure this is the case is by positioning your gearbox in a room that isn’t filled with harmful pollution, such as dirt and dust.

Observe vibrations

Regular vibration analysis (i.e. looking at the gears and the bearings) will tell you a lot about the performance of the DB Santasalo gearbox. Excessive shaking and banging indicate that something within your gearbox needs fixing now, to avoid it becoming a bigger problem.

Who Are DB Santasalo?

Founded over 160 years ago, David Brown Engineering Limited began to focus on engineering gear systems in 1898, 38 years after their founding. Since then the company has supplied gearboxes to major global brands in North America, Europe, and beyond.

In 2016, David Brown merged with Santasalo to become one of the largest mechanical power transmission brands in the world. They operate in 28 global locations with over 1,100 employees creating gearboxes all year round.

Have DB Santasalo Gear Systems? We Can Help

If you’re looking for a group of UK-based transmission experts, with a particularly strong knowledge of DB Santasalo gearboxes, then you should get in touch with us here at Highfield Gears. Our experience, working with major brands such as Tata Steel and Ineos, makes us supremely confident that we can help your business or organisation get back to doing what it does best in its sector. The one-stop-shop nature of our process makes us an extremely cost-efficient option, that doesn’t compromise on quality.

Contact Highfield Gears Today

So, if you’re after gearbox maintenance, repairs, or reconditioning, then be sure to contact us today. No matter your industry or sector, we can help. While we are based in Huddersfield, we have worked with businesses across the country, in areas such as Ipswich, Glasgow and Chester, as well as Europe, so no matter where you are, we can help. Simply call us on 01484 531 010 or email us at sales@hgi-uk.co.uk.