Equipment

Welcome to the United Gear Experience!

Discover how decades of experience innovation, and specialized knowledge of the most complex gearbox challenges can impact your critical equipment’s performance.

Welcome to the United Gear Experience!

Discover how decades of experience innovation, and specialized knowledge of the most complex gearbox challenges can impact your critical equipment’s performance.

Built on Values: United Gear Champions Quality, Precision, and Innovation.

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Values:

Precision in Every part

At every stage—design, manufacturing, or repair—precision is paramount to delivering gearboxes that operate smoothly under the most demanding conditions. By prioritizing accuracy, we ensure that our gearboxes not only meet, but exceed, industry standards, providing reliable, efficient, and long-lasting gearbox solutions for our customers.

Precision in Every part

At every stage—design, manufacturing, or repair—precision is paramount to delivering gearboxes that operate smoothly under the most demanding conditions. By prioritizing accuracy, we ensure that our gearboxes not only meet, but exceed, industry standards, providing reliable, efficient, and long-lasting gearbox solutions for our customers.

We DOn’t compromise on Quality

From simple repairs to complex rebuilds, our commitment to excellence drives everything we do. We guarantee each and every component is carefully inspected and expertly serviced. At United Gear, we use only the highest-grade materials and adhere to stringent industry standards to ensure every gearbox operates at peak performance.

innovation isn’t just a buzzword

For us, embracing innovation means turning novel ideas into valuable solutions that address challenges. We evolve with our customers’ needs and are constantly thinking about how to make something better. Because of this, we deliver exceptional results while maintaining the highest standards of service and quality.

We DOn’t compromise on Quality

From simple repairs to complex rebuilds, our commitment to excellence drives everything we do. We guarantee each and every component is carefully inspected and expertly serviced. At United Gear, we use only the highest-grade materials and adhere to stringent industry standards to ensure every gearbox operates at peak performance.

innovation isn’t just a buzzword

For us, embracing innovation means turning novel ideas into valuable solutions that address challenges. We evolve with our customers’ needs and are constantly thinking about how to make something better. Because of this, we deliver exceptional results while maintaining the highest standards of service and quality.

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Back Row: George Waters, Jack Garden, F.R Smith, Ray Quissey, Harry Zieroth, Dick Watson, Charlie Gobell, Joe Boskovich, R.F. Smith, Tom Montgomery, Herbert Elfstrom, Harold Swanson, Roy Albets, Ben Nicholich.
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: John Lockwood, Arnold Scarrow, Jame Nicholson, Bob Cheyne, Doug Smith, Norman Vivian, Russel Jones.

Where it All Began: Dick Watson and George Waters

Where it All Began: Dick Watson and George Waters

In 1965 Dick Watson and George Waters started providing gear-cutting and machining services to the various industrial and forestry companies in the greater Vancouver area.

History

How We Got Here: 6 Decades of Integrity and Innovation

6 Decades of Integrity and Innovation

Treating people right

We prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of both our employees and our customers. Our commitment to treating people right creates a positive and productive atmosphere that fuels innovation, loyalty, and long-term achievements.

Encourage Curiosity and Innovative thinking

United Gear seeks out curious and innovative people as this leads to problem-solving, continuous improvements, and adaptability. This means cutting-edge solutions for our customers.

On the pulse of the industry

We are proud of our custom-built workshop, complete with a testing floor, that allows our staff to learn and analyze why something is failing and then use custom tools to rebuild it into something better.

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Acquisition

Opening New Doors with Boundary Mining Group

Opening New Doors with Boundary Mining Group

United Gear Experience

United Gear is proud to be part of a cohesive network of specialized companies that offer industries a comprehensive one-stop-shop for all their equipment needs. This integration of companies by Boundary Mining Group, a leader in mining equipment parts and repair, ensures industrial companies will receive the best solutions across the entire spectrum of industrial equipment and services. Together, these companies provide unmatched expertise, quality, and efficiency.

  • Boundary Equipment – Built Different!

  • Janox – Building Canada’s Most Trusted Hydraulic Systems
  • Bridge Machine – Cylinder Strength Guaranteed

  • ISS Mine Safety – Making Mines Safer
  • Ideal Gear – Precision in Every Gear

  • United Gear – Precision Repairs for Complex Gearboxes

United Gear Experience

United Gear is proud to be part of a cohesive network of specialized companies that offer industries a comprehensive one-stop-shop for all their equipment needs. This integration of companies by Boundary Mining Group, a leader in mining equipment parts and repair, ensures industrial companies will receive the best solutions across the entire spectrum of industrial equipment and services. Together, these companies provide unmatched expertise, quality, and efficiency.

  • Boundary Equipment – Built Different!

  • Janox – Building Canada’s Most Trusted Hydraulic Systems
  • Bridge Machine – Cylinder Strength Guaranteed

  • ISS Mine Safety – Making Mines Safer
  • Ideal Gear – Precision in Every Gear

  • United Gear – Precision Repairs for Complex Gearboxes

Credentials and Certifications To Back It Up

Credentials and Certs To Back It Up

At United Gear, our gearbox experts prioritize safety and adhere to the highest industry standards. We conduct comprehensive inspections of every component to ensure your gearbox runs smoothly and dependably. Committed to top-tier quality and performance, we strictly follow American Gear Manufacturing Association (AGMA) guidelines throughout our manufacturing processes. Our Quality Management System (QMS) is ISO 9001:2015 certified, covering the production of both American and Metric Standard Gears and related products, ensuring excellence at every stage.

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Location

Every location, Every Solution – We’ve Got Your Covered

Every location, Every Solution.

We are where you Need us to be: Worldwide
  • Our Shop

  • Sales Offices and Repair Facilities

  • Sales Offices

  • Dealer

We are where you Need us to be: Worldwide
  • Our Shop

  • Sales Offices and Repair Facilities

  • Sales Offices

  • Dealer

Local Service, Global Shipping – Your Gear Anywhere.

At United Gear, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional local service in Western Canada while extending our reach globally through robust shipping options. Whether you’re based in a bustling city or a remote area, our skilled technicians are dedicated to delivering top-notch gearbox equipment right to your door.

Another great advantages of United Gear joining the Boundary Mining Group (BMG) network is the introduction of an expanded range of gearbox services previously unavailable to BMG’s customers.

Our shop

Strategically based in North Vancouver, we operate out of a 25,000-square foot facility with state-of-the-art gear grinding and cutting equipment. Whether you’re in mining, construction, or any industry that relies on heavy machinery, you can trust the experts at United Gear to keep your operations running smoothly and reliably.