Industries We Serve
PP Shim supplies precision shims and packers to industries across Australia, from heavy mining operations to aerospace assembly lines. Every component is manufactured locally and cut to the exact thickness, material and tolerance your application requires. Whether you need a single custom shim or bulk packer runs, we work directly with your engineering and procurement teams to deliver on spec and on time.
Every shim we supply is cut to order by PP Shim and drawn from our full product range, from stainless steel and brass through to plastic and custom profiles.
Precision Shims for Key Industries
Our shims and packers are specified across sectors where accurate alignment, load distribution and assembly tolerances are critical. Select your industry below to see how our products are applied in your field.
Aerospace Industry
Shims and packers meeting AS9100 standards for aviation, defence and spacecraft assembly where weight, precision and traceability are essential. Available in stainless steel, brass and specialty alloys with tight thickness tolerances for safety-critical systems.
Automotive Industry
Shim packers for engine rebuilds, gearbox assembly, suspension alignment and motorsport applications. Available as pre-cut slotted shim kits or custom-cut to your specifications for OEM production lines, workshops and race teams.
Construction & Building
Steel shims and packers for structural steelwork, precast concrete levelling and heavy construction alignment. Available in mild steel and stainless steel to suit load-bearing and corrosion-resistant applications, compliant with Australian building standards.
Electrical & Electronics
Non-conductive plastic shims for insulating assemblies alongside precision copper and brass shim stock for conductive applications. Specified for switchboard assembly, transformer mounting and panel alignment.
Mining & Heavy Industry
316 stainless steel and brass shims engineered for heavy machinery alignment, crusher maintenance and conveyor systems. Built to perform in high-vibration, high-corrosion environments across Australian mine sites.
Ordering Precision Shims is Simple
Australian-Made
Manufactured locally with short lead times and a direct understanding of Australian industry standards and compliance requirements.
Precision-Cut
Advanced cutting processes delivering consistent thickness tolerances across stainless steel, brass, copper and plastic shim stock.
Custom Capability
From one-off prototypes to large-scale production runs – custom shims cut to your drawings and specifications.
Material Range
Five core material types stocked and ready to cut, with specialty materials available on request for specific project requirements.
Nationwide Delivery
Reliable shipping across Australia for both urgent callouts and scheduled project supply, ensuring materials arrive on time.
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