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For construction-materials manufacturers and machinery builders

Automation, drives and control for the companies that make construction happen

We supply the motion and control behind construction-materials lines and construction machinery — motors, controllers, brakes, clutches and linear motion, engineered, fitted and supported by people who do this for a living. We don't build sites; we keep the equipment that does running.
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A continuous line that stops costs more than any single part

Plasterboard, insulation, boards and panels run on continuous lines, and construction machinery earns its keep by staying in service. In both cases the losses come from the same place — a drive that can't hold speed, a brake or clutch worn past its job, a motor down with no support behind it. The line waits, the machine waits, and the cost adds up by the hour.
  • Drives and control that can't hold line speed or consistency, so throughput and quality drift.
  • Construction machinery out of service for want of the right motor, brake, clutch or linear part.
  • Parts bought from one supplier and engineering from another, so no one owns the result.

Where we make the difference

Drives and control for materials lines

We supply and integrate the motion behind continuous-line and process manufacturing — plasterboard, insulation, boards and panels. Motors, controllers and drives sized to hold line speed and consistency, so you get more good product per shift and less waste.

Motion for construction machinery

Brushless DC motors, gearmotors, brakes, clutches and linear products for the machines and equipment that build. We match the part to the duty, so kit stays in service instead of waiting on a spec that never quite fits.

Engineering behind the parts

Design and manufacture, integration, installation and servicing from one place. We specify what the job needs, fit it, and stay on hand afterwards — so the result is owned end to end, not handed off.

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Every component we trust on a line.

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20+ manufacturer partners. One supply chain.

We've built exclusive and preferred partnerships with more than 20 world-class manufacturers - so you get access to the best components on the market, stocked, supported and supplied through a single point of contact. No more chasing multiple suppliers. Everything through one number.

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Getting started is straightforward.

We know your time is valuable. Here's how we work with new customers - from first conversation to a running system.

Step 01

Tell us what you need.

Call us, email us or fill in an enquiry. We'll listen to your challenge and ask the right questions

Step 02

We build your solution.

Our engineers will recommend the right components or design the right system.

Step 03

We deliver and support you.

From overnight component delivery to full on-site installation and commissioning, we see the job through.

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Frequently asked questions.

If you're not sure whether we're the right fit, here are some of the questions we hear most often.

Are you a builder or civil contractor?

No. We supply motion and control — drives, motors, controllers, brakes, clutches and linear products — plus engineering, to the companies that manufacture construction materials or build construction machinery.

Which construction-materials lines do you work on?

Continuous-line and process manufacturing — plasterboard, insulation, boards and panels. The web-handling and drive principles carry across; we tailor motors, control and integration to your material and line.

Do you supply parts for construction machinery and equipment?

Yes. Brushless DC motors, gearmotors, brakes, clutches and linear products, matched to the duty of the machine so it stays in service.

Can you upgrade an existing line, or is this new equipment only?

We upgrade what you've got wherever it makes sense — drives, motors and control added to lines already in production, as well as new builds.

Do you support the equipment after installation?

Yes — servicing, spares and advice. We're set up to keep British industry running, not to fit and disappear.

What's happening at Motion.

Industry news, technical insights and updates from our team - to help you stay ahead of what's changing in your sector.

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19 June 2026

Upgrading UK Web Processing: Motion Drives & Controls Partners with Double E

We are proud to announce a major expansion of our industrial automation and converting portfolio. Motion Drives & Controls has been officially…
05 February 2026

The Importance of Green Engineering in Modern Manufacturing

Green engineering has moved from a niche consideration to a core priority for manufacturers across the UK and Europe. As environmental pressures…
21 January 2026

Motion Group Achieves ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification

We are proud to announce that all three companies within Motion Group are now certified to the ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System…
12 December 2025

Mechanical Repair of Web Processing Components

Web processing systems are at the heart of industries such as printing, converting, textiles, packaging, plastics, and film production. These systems…
05 December 2025

New Partnership: Enhancing Safety and Quality with MEECH Static Control

Motion Drives & Controls is thrilled to announce our new partnership with MEECH, a global leader in static control technology. As an official…
01 December 2025

New Partnership: Motion Drives & Controls Teams Up with Italy's FAIT Group

Motion Drives & Controls is delighted to announce a strategic distribution partnership with FAIT Group, a respected industrial innovator based in…
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    Keep your line and your machinery running

    Tell us where the line or the machine is losing uptime, throughput or quality. We'll scope it, then give you a costed plan for the parts and the engineering to fix it. Get a free quote or call an engineer on 01926 411 544.