PREMIUM FRICTION MATERIALS ENGINEERED FOR DURABILITY & CONSISTENT STOPPING POWER
SPECIALISED FRICTION MATERIAL SOLUTIONS FOR RELIABLE PERFORMANCE
Lamberts Brake & Clutch Ltd in Whangarei, NZ, supplies high-quality friction material across the Northland Region designed to restore safe, reliable braking, clutch engagement, and machinery control across automotive and industrial applications.
Friction materials play a crucial role in braking, clutch engagement, load control, and safe machinery operation. When these components wear down, become glazed, lose bonding strength, or fail due to heat and pressure, your vehicle or equipment loses efficiency and, more importantly, safety. Our friction materials are designed to restore that performance through expert machining, customised bonding, high-grade replacement linings, and tailored solutions for both automotive and industrial applications.
We service a wide range of vehicles and machinery, ensuring that every friction component is rebuilt or replaced to a precise, durable standard. Whether you operate a passenger vehicle, commercial truck, earthmoving machinery, agricultural equipment, marine systems, or industrial machinery, our technicians deliver custom friction solutions made to last.
WHAT ARE FRICTION MATERIALS & WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT?
Friction materials are specially engineered linings designed to convert kinetic energy into heat, enabling controlled stopping, smooth clutch engagement, or stable movement. When these materials degrade, you may experience grinding, slipping, vibration, overheating, or reduced stopping power.
Common friction materials include:
- Brake shoe linings
- Clutch plate linings
- Industrial brake bands
- Winch and hoist linings
- PTO clutch linings
- Transmission friction discs
- Emergency brake linings
Each application requires precise specifications for thickness, bonding, heat resistance, and compression strength. We ensure your new linings match or exceed the original manufacturer's performance.
CUSTOM BONDED & RIVETED FRICTION LININGS
Different applications require different attachment methods. We assess the original configuration and choose the correct bonding or riveting technique to guarantee strength and longevity.
Our services include:
- Heat-resistant bonded linings
- Precision riveted linings
- Removal of old linings
- Cleaning and machining of backing plates
- Application of premium friction materials rated for your equipment’s load and temperature conditions
This ensures the component performs safely under repeated use and heavy pressure.
FRICTION MATERIALS FOR AUTOMOTIVE BRAKES & CLUTCHES
Automotive friction components must withstand high heat, constant pressure, and daily cycles of start-stop use. We supply and install:
- Brake shoe linings
- Drum brake friction linings
- Heavy-duty clutch plate linings
- Custom clutch friction discs for classic, performance, or commercial vehicles
Instead of replacing an entire component, we can often reline or machine the existing parts, providing a cost-effective and long-lasting solution.
INDUSTRIAL & HEAVY MACHINERY FRICTION MATERIAL SERVICES
Industrial machinery often relies on friction components for safety and operational control. Failure can lead to unsafe conditions, stalled machinery, or costly downtime.
We provide friction material services for:
- Mining and quarry machinery
- Marine winches and capstans
- Crane and hoist brakes
- Forestry and agricultural equipment
- Earthmovers and construction machinery
- Manufacturing and processing machines
Our technicians select friction compounds based on the machine’s operating environment, including resistance to moisture, oil, chemicals, extreme heat, or heavy vibration.
FRICTION MATERIAL FAQS
What types of friction materials do you supply?
We supply and install brake linings, clutch linings, industrial brake bands, winch linings, PTO clutch materials, and custom friction solutions for vehicles and machinery.
Can you reline existing brake or clutch components?
Yes, most components can be professionally relined, which is often more cost-effective than buying new parts.
Do you offer industrial friction materials?
Yes, we work with machinery used in mining, marine, forestry, manufacturing, and agricultural industries.
How long does relining take?
Turnaround depends on the size and complexity of the component, but most automotive items are completed quickly, while industrial parts may require more detailed preparation.
How do I know which friction material I need?
We assess the application, load conditions, heat levels, and environment to choose the correct compound for your needs.
Reach out to us on (09) 430 4797 to order high-quality friction materials for your repair needs.