Shims for Mining and Heavy Industry Applications
Precision Shim Solutions for Demanding Applications
PP Shim manufactures and supplies heavy-duty precision shims and packers for mining operations, processing facilities and heavy equipment workshops across Australia. We supply maintenance teams, workshop fabricators, OEM manufacturers and procurement departments with shims cut from stainless steel, mild steel, brass and engineering-grade plastics, as standard sizes, custom cuts or pre-sorted kits. We also supply shims across a broad range of industries.
Where Shims Are Used in Mining and Heavy Industry
Conveyor Systems
Shimming drive pulleys, idlers and gearboxes to maintain precise belt alignment and reduce wear.
Crusher and Screen Alignment
Precision shimming of bearing housings and mounting frames in jaw crushers, cone crushers and vibrating screens.
Drill Rigs and Rotary Equipment
Maintaining spindle alignment and compensating for wear in drilling equipment to reduce bearing failures.
Pump and Motor Mounts
Levelling and aligning pumps, motors and gearboxes on baseframes to reduce vibration and extend bearing life.
Structural Steel and Plant Equipment
Levelling heavy machinery bases, structural frames and skids during installation and maintenance.
Underground Equipment
Roof bolters, loaders and underground vehicles where tight spaces demand precision shimming.
Types of Shims for Mining and Heavy Industry Applications
| Shim Type | Materials | Use Case | Features |
| Flat Precision Shims | Stainless steel, mild steel | General equipment alignment and levelling | Cut to size, supplied in bulk or kits |
| Slotted Shims | Stainless steel, mild steel | Quick installation around bolts without full removal | Fits around bolts without full disassembly |
| Tapered Shims | Steel | Angular adjustment for conveyor frames and machinery mounting | Corrects angular misalignment under load |
| Peelable Shims | Stainless steel | Iterative alignment work | Peel layers for precise incremental adjustment |
| Plastic Shims | HDPE, nylon | Wet or chemical environments | Non-metallic, chemical-resistant, non-marking |
Not sure which type or material suits your application? Contact our technical team, and we’ll recommend the right option for the job.
Why Mining Professionals Trust PP Shim
Shims on a mine site have to hold alignment under constant load, vibration and wet, abrasive conditions. We supply maintenance engineers, OEM workshops and procurement teams across Australia’s mining regions with materials matched to each application and volumes that scale from a single crusher rebuild to site-wide bulk orders.
- Heavy-Duty Materials: Shims manufactured from stainless steel, mild steel, brass and engineering-grade plastics. Selected for load-bearing capacity, corrosion resistance and extreme temperature performance.
- Precision Cut to Spec: All shims cut under ISO 9001 quality management processes for consistent dimensional accuracy across production and one-off orders.
- Bulk Supply for Large Operations: Mine sites and processing facilities need consistent, high-volume supply. We fulfil bulk orders with labelled, traceable batches.
- Custom Sizes and Non-Standard Dimensions: Mining equipment often uses non-standard fastening and bearing arrangements. We cut to your blueprint or sample.
- Fast, Reliable Delivery Australia-Wide: From the Pilbara to Queensland coal country, we keep your maintenance schedule on track with short lead times.
Compliance & Standards
PP Shim products are manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management systems and align with relevant Australian mining and workplace safety standards, including AS 4100 (Steel structures), AS/NZS 5131 (Structural steelwork) and applicable WHS regulations. All shims are dimensionally inspected before dispatch to ensure consistent sizing and material integrity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What shim material is best for underground mining?
It depends on the environment. Stainless steel is commonly specified for wet or corrosive conditions. Plastic shims (HDPE and nylon) suit chemically aggressive environments or applications requiring non-metallic, non-sparking components. Contact our team with your application details, and we will recommend the right material.
Can you supply shims for crusher bearing housings?
Yes. We regularly supply precision-cut shims for jaw crushers, cone crushers and vibrating screen bearing housings. Shims can be cut to your OEM specifications or reverse-engineered from a sample.
Do you supply shims in bulk for mine sites?
Yes. We produce bulk orders for mining operations, processing facilities and OEM manufacturers. Batches are quality-controlled with labelling for efficient site distribution.
Can you cut shims to non-standard sizes for mining equipment?
Yes. We cut custom shims to your blueprint, drawing or sample, including non-standard profiles, bolt patterns and thicknesses.
Where can I buy shims for mining equipment in Australia?
We deliver shims for mining and heavy industry applications Australia-wide, with fast turnaround on both standard and custom orders. Contact our team for a quote.
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Order Shims for Mining and Heavy Industry
Contact PP Shim today to discuss your shim requirements for mine site work. Whether you need heavy-gauge steel shims for crusher alignment, slotted shims for conveyor maintenance or custom-cut shims to your equipment specifications, we’ll confirm the right material, thickness and quantity for the job.