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Precision CNC Components for Brobo Group

Southside Engineering is the trusted CNC machining partner for Brobo Group, supplying high-precision, Australian-made components (like lead screws and brass nuts) that ensure the accuracy and durability of their world-class industrial cold saws.
Southside Team
November 21, 2025
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Custom prototype in a CNC Mill

The Challenge

Brobo Group (Brobo Waldown) — an iconic Australian manufacturer established in 1947 — produces premium cold saws, pedestal drills, grinders, and specialised industrial machinery. Their cutting equipment is relied upon across automotive, mining, defence, water, gas, and general manufacturing sectors.

To maintain Brobo’s long-standing reputation for durability, accuracy, and safety compliance under Australian OH&S standards, their machinery requires:

  • Precision-machined motion components
  • Long-life clamping and feed assemblies
  • High-accuracy parts that maintain repeatability under load
  • ISO-aligned quality control for every batch

Critical components such as lead screws, brass vice nuts, and custom machined assemblies must be manufactured with extreme consistency to support smooth feed control, rigid clamping, and the clean, burr-free cutting performance that Brobo’s cold saws are known for.

With Brobo continuing to expand its global presence, they needed a machining partner capable of delivering high-tolerance, Australian-made components with a reliable ongoing supply.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering supports Brobo Group as a trusted contract manufacturing partner — supplying key CNC-machined components that meet their strict performance, durability, and safety requirements.

Our team provides:

  • Precision lead screws, CNC-turned with pitch accuracy and fine surface finish for smooth, controlled saw feed
  • Brass clamping nuts, machined to tight tolerances for secure and repeatable vice operation
  • Custom-machined cold saw parts, built for load stability, vibration control, and long service life
  • Consistent production workflows, ensuring stable repeatability across batches
  • Australian-made quality assurance, aligned with Brobo’s ISO-certified manufacturing standards

Every part undergoes:

  • Dimensional verification
  • Material conformity checks
  • Tolerance inspection
  • Serialised tracking where required

This ensures that each component integrates seamlessly into Brobo’s machinery — supporting reliability from the factory floor to the end user.

The Outcome

Our ongoing partnership helps Brobo Group maintain the precision, longevity, and cutting performance their machinery is known for.

Results:

  • OEM-grade lead screws and clamping components machined to tight tolerances
  • High-quality brass nuts ensuring smooth, secure vice operation
  • Custom CNC components supporting Brobo’s full range of saws and industrial tools
  • Fully Australian-made manufacturing and inspection
  • Consistent, reliable supply supporting their ISO9001 quality system
  • Strong contribution to Brobo’s legacy of durable, safe, and high-performance machinery

With precision parts delivered on schedule, Brobo can focus on producing world-class saws and machinery backed by components manufactured to the highest standard.

Result Images:

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Key Takeaway

Southside Engineering is proud to support one of Australia’s most respected industrial machinery manufacturers.

Our precision CNC machining ensures Brobo Group receives:

  • Reliable component accuracy
  • ISO-aligned manufacturing
  • Long-term durability
  • Australian-made quality

From lead screws to custom hardware, we supply the precision and consistency that Brobo Group’s cold saws and industrial machines rely on — helping them continue their 75+ year legacy of engineering excellence.

Metric Detail
Industry Industrial Machinery & Manufacturing
Problem Need for consistent, high-tolerance CNC components for cold saws and industrial tools
Solution Precision lead screws, brass nuts, and custom machined parts with ISO-aligned QC
Turnaround Ongoing production partnership
Result Reliable supply, OEM-grade precision, Australian-made quality
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