BECORIT looks back on almost 100 years of history and sees itself well-equipped for the future. The increasing demand for sustainable mobility solutions is opening up new perspectives in the field of urban cable car systems.

BECORIT positions itself as a trusted partner, offering tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each operator and project.

Friction products used worldwide

Originally produced to meet the demands of the mining industry, BECORIT‘s traction sheave linings became a globally demanded product. In 1946, brake pads for rail vehicles were added. In 2006, BECORIT was acquired by WABTEC, one of the world‘s largest suppliers to the railway industry.

BECORIT develops, manufactures, and inspects traction sheave linings for rail vehicles. © DOPPELMAYR

The integration of BECORIT into the WABTEC Group enables the use of an international network of local contacts and the offering of a wide range of industrial products.

Cable car operators who rely on maximum safety also benefit from the international presence from Canada to Australia, as well as the state-of-the-art testing and validation capabilities.

BECORIT‘s friction products can be found in various safety-relevant applications. Whether in cable cars, trains, industrial conveyor towers, elevators, or even crane and wind energy systems, BECORIT guarantees a firm hold.

Strengthening local production

In recent years, BECORIT has invested heavily in the German site. Whether it‘s robots handling friction materials or the implementation of CNC manufacturing, economic production is at the forefront.

The recent switch from gas to electric furnaces and the 1.000 kW peak PV system show how serious WABTEC is about achieving climate neutrality.