What Sibre Brakes Spain does

SIBRE Siegerland Bremsen GmbH, commercially active in Spain through Sibre Brakes Spain (Málaga), is a privately held German industrial braking-systems and drive-components manufacturer with approximately 60 years of operating history, headquartered in Haiger, Germany, and 101-250 employees. The company designs and produces service brakes (USB 5 series in five sizes covering 110-29,000 Nm), safety brakes (SHI hydraulic safety brakes), storm and rail brake systems (RB, RTCB, RKB, RHI, RPS), barrel and flexible couplings (ABC-V, AFC/ALC/APC/ASC/ZKES), forged crane wheels (315-1,000 mm diameter), hydraulic and polyurethane buffers, and the SLP snag-load-protection system that integrates inclinometer, accelerometer and load-cell sensors with redundant twin-caliper braking for ship-to-shore cranes. Production runs from a centralized Haiger plant equipped with modern CNC machining centers installed since 2018 and is supported by an in-house test and measuring laboratory; quality is certified to ISO 9001.

The company serves OEMs and operators of demanding industrial equipment, with primary customer segments being port and terminal operators (ship-to-shore and yard cranes), plant manufacturers, crane manufacturers, heavy-industry companies, and wind-turbine manufacturers. Sales are conducted through a global representative network via direct enterprise field sales with no disclosed public pricing or standard catalog; products are customized and quoted per application. Marketing reach is supported by a five-language website (German, English, Russian, Spanish, French) and regular participation in port and logistics trade fairs such as TOC Europe and regional port events.

Revenue is generated from hardware sales across braking systems, drive components and integrated safety solutions, with custom-engineered configuration driving project-based pricing rather than transactional volume models. No public revenue, funding rounds, or institutional ownership are disclosed; the legal entity is a German GmbH (HRB 6065). The company's strategic positioning emphasizes maximum operational safety, long service life in harsh environments, and seamless integration into new and existing crane systems, anchored by recent recognition through the 2026 TT Club Innovation in Safety Award for the SLP platform and an alignment with TÜRKLİM and Yilport at the Black Sea Ports and Logistics 2026 event.

Name

Sibre Brakes Spain

Legal name

SIBRE Siegerland Bremsen GmbH

Website

https://sibre.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

SIBRE Siegerland Bremsen GmbH, active in Spain as Sibre Brakes Spain, is a German industrial manufacturer of customized braking systems, couplings, crane wheels and buffers serving port operators, crane OEMs, plant manufacturers, heavy-industry firms and wind-turbine manufacturers, with ISO 9001-certified production at its Haiger facility.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Braking Systems

NAICS

Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Railroad Equipment (3743)

akta.pro primary industry

Crane & Hoist Safety & Monitoring Systems (Limiters, Anti-collision, Load Monitoring) (IMAHAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Brakes, Clutches & Couplings (Electromagnetic Brakes, Torque Limiters) (IMAGACAK)

Keywords

• Industrial braking systems
• Crane safety brakes
• Port crane components
• Drive couplings
• Wind turbine brakes

Headquarters

HQ city

Málaga

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Industrial Braking Systems Sales: Sale of tailor-made industrial braking systems including service brakes, safety brakes, and storm brakes. Products are sold directly to industrial customers for demanding applications in cranes, port equipment, and industrial plants.
2. Drive Components Sales: Sale of high-quality drive components including couplings (low speed ABC-V and high speed AFC series), crane wheels, and crane buffers for industrial applications.
3. Safety System Solutions: Integrated safety solutions including SHI safety brakes with hydraulic power units and SLP snag-load protection systems for port cranes and industrial equipment.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

SIBRE Siegerland Bremsen GmbH manufactures and sells tailor-made industrial braking systems and high-quality drive components for demanding industrial applications. The product portfolio includes service brakes (USB 5 series), hydraulic safety brakes (SHI series), storm brakes (rail clamps, wheel chock brakes, rail brakes), flexible and barrel clutch couplings, crane wheels, crane buffers, and the proprietary SLP Snag-Load-Protection system for ship-to-shore cranes. Products are engineered for maximum operational safety, ISO 9001 certified quality, and exceptionally long service life, sold directly to project developers, plant manufacturers, crane manufacturers, port operators, heavy industry companies, and wind turbine manufacturers.

Product overview

SIBRE Siegerland Bremsen GmbH is a German manufacturer of industrial braking systems and high-quality drive components. The product portfolio operates as a unified systems approach centered around crane safety solutions. The core offerings include: Service Brakes (USB 5 series in 5 sizes with torques from 110-29,000 Nm and CB compact variants), Safety Brakes (SHI hydraulic safety brakes in 7 sizes with matching Hydraulic Power Units), Storm Brakes (RB rail clamps, RTCB/RKB/RHI wheel chock brakes, RPS rail brakes), Couplings (ABC-V barrel clutches for low-speed cable drum applications, AFC/ALC/APC/ASC/ZKES flexible couplings for high-speed applications), Crane Wheels (315-1000mm diameter), Buffers (hydraulic and polyurethane damping solutions), and the award-winning SLP Snag-Load-Protection system for port cranes. The company specializes in fail-safe braking solutions for port cranes, heavy industry, wind turbines, and complex industrial plants, with production facilities in Haiger, Germany since 2018 featuring state-of-the-art CNC machining centers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• USB 5 Series Service Brakes Series of service brakes for crane applications (gantry, boom, slewing, hoist) with standardized functional principle, available in 5 sizes with brake torque ranging from 110 to 29,000 Nm. Features parallel opening of brake shoes, improved brake linings, optimized spring guiding unit, and optional status monitoring including load cells, PT100 temperature sensors, and linear position sensors. Targeted at crane manufacturers and heavy industry operators.
• SHI Safety Brake Hydraulic safety brake designed for demanding industrial applications requiring highest reliability. Available in seven different sizes with standardized functional principle. Features improved force distribution, unique piston design decoupled from radial forces, improved compound lining material for stable friction coefficient, and simple manual wear compensation. Targeted at crane manufacturers, port operators, and heavy industry.
• RB Rail Clamp Spring-applied, electro-hydraulically released rail clamp ensuring maximum safety for rail-mounted crane systems. Provides reliable protection in extreme weather conditions. Available in self-locking (RB-SL), retractable (RB-NC-500), and spring-applied variants. Targeted at crane manufacturers and port operators.
• RTCB Wheel Chock Brake Gravity-applied, electro-hydraulic thruster released wheel chock brake that uses the crane's own weight to block reliably in emergencies. Offers individually adjustable closing time and suitability for different rail and wheel sizes. Available in RTCB 700, 350, and 225 models. Targeted at crane manufacturers and port operators.
• RKB Wheel Chock Brake Gravity-applied, electro-hydraulically released wheel chock brake offering reliable solution for securing crane systems. Ensures safety even under extreme conditions. Targeted at crane manufacturers and port operators.
• RHI Wheel Brake Spring-applied, hydraulically released wheel brake combining precision and performance. Features lateral play according to proven SHI-caliper design. Ideal for applications requiring maximum precision and reliability. Targeted at crane manufacturers.
• RPS Rail Brake Spring-applied, hydraulically released rail brake combining proven SHI technology with spring-loaded design. Offers reliable safety for crane systems. Available in RPS 800, 610, 450, and 200-300 models. Targeted at crane manufacturers and port operators.
• ABC-V Barrel Clutch Coupling Low-speed barrel clutch specially designed for cable drum drives, reliably transmitting medium to high torques. Robust design with ability to absorb high radial loads, ideal for demanding applications in crane systems and conveyor technology. Targeted at crane manufacturers.
• AFC Series Flexible Couplings High-speed flexible couplings providing reliable, vibration-damping connection between drive and driven shaft. Used for angular, radial, and axial misalignment correction and reduction of shocks and vibrations. Includes ALC (3-part), AFC (5-part), APC pin couplings, ASC steel disc couplings, and ZKES gear couplings with brake discs and drums. Targeted at crane manufacturers and heavy industry operators.
• Crane Wheels Crane wheels designed for highest loads ensuring reliable movement of crane systems. Manufacturing includes separate wheels of diameter 315 to 1000 mm and complete wheel assemblies similar to DIN. Made from forged cylinders of material 42CrMo4V with optional deep-hardening for reduced tread-wear. Targeted at crane manufacturers.
• Crane Buffers Crane buffers reliably protecting crane systems and trolleys from impact loads. Available in hydraulic or polyurethane variants offering customized damping solutions for a wide range of applications. Targeted at crane manufacturers and heavy industry operators.
• SLP Snag-Load-Protection System Advanced snag-load protection system for ship-to-shore cranes that detects pending snag loads before incidence using inclinometer, accelerometer sensors, and load cells. Features approximately 150ms total reaction time, redundant detection system, and unique twin caliper brake design with no radial load on shaft. Targeted at port and terminal operators.
• Brakes for Port Cranes Comprehensive portfolio of brake, coupling, and system solutions specifically optimized for STS (ship-to-shore), yard cranes, and other port equipment. Designed for maximum load capacity, minimal downtime, and maximum safety under extreme conditions including high wind loads and aggressive environmental influences. Targeted at port and terminal operators.
• CB/CB6/CB8 Compact Brakes Space-saving compact brakes combining high braking power with compact design for reliable safety in tight spaces. Offers uncompromising performance with precise, robust, and easy maintenance characteristics. Targeted at crane manufacturers and industrial plant builders.
• Hydraulic Power Units (V2, V3, H-SF3) Hydraulic power units providing necessary power for spring-applied brakes. The V3 model offers compact intelligence with precise control for smooth processes and full system integration. Features include motor contactor control, pressure switch regulation, hand pump for emergency operation, and approximately 1 second caliper release time. Targeted at crane manufacturers and industrial plant builders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reaction time of approximately 150ms for SLP snag-load protection system
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• YilportstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026Yilport is hosting the Black Sea Ports and Logistics 2026 event in collaboration with SIBRE's strategic partner, Port Operators Association of Türkiye (TÜRKLİM). This partnership positions SIBRE at a key regional port and logistics event.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Pintsch Bubenzer:

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sibre-siegerland-bremsen-gmbh

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Sibre Brakes Spain