About us
Backbone of Your Conveyor
GURTEC delivers high quality conveyor components for some of the world’s most demanding bulk material handling environments. From large scale mining operations to global industrial plants, our rollers, idlers, frames, pulleys, and accessories are engineered to keep materials moving efficiently, safely, and reliably.
For more than 50 years, GURTEC has been a trusted name in conveyor technology. Founded in Bremerhaven, Germany, and grown into an internationally recognized manufacturer, we continue to set industry standards for performance and durability.
Today, a team of more than 100 specialists design, engineer, and deliver components that keep essential industries operating every day. Our commitment to precision, quality, and innovation ensures the performance, safety, and longevity of conveyor systems worldwide.
You can find GURTEC components in various fields of industry:
- Mining & Quarrying
- Tunneling
- Ports & Terminals
- Crushing & Screening
- Process Plants (ie. Energy, Steel, Cement)
- Recycling & Waste Management
GURTEC is part of NEPEAN, a privately owned global industrial group with more than 2,000 employees across 45+ sites on six continents.
Our Products
We provide a comprehensive range of conveyor components designed for heavy loads, long conveying distances, and harsh environments.
Our solutions help customers reduce downtime, lower operating costs, and achieve consistent system performance.
We offer:
- Proven reliability in high duty, 24/7 operations.
- Innovative technologies that extend service life and enhance efficiency.
- A complete portfolio from a single trusted supplier.
- Global support through the NEPEAN network.
- Scalable solutions for multi site and multi phase project environments.
History & Milestones
1960s
1969: GURTEC is founded as a family business in a small workshop in Bremerhaven. Company rapidly develops into one of Europe’s leading roller manufacturers.
1970s
Focus expands on rollers, pulleys, and idlers for bulk handling systems. Continuous improvements elevate product quality and production efficiency.
1976: GURTEC relocates to Schöppenstedt, Germany.
1980s
Industry pioneer: GURTEC introduces plastic-coated steel rollers and frames, setting new quality standards. A fully automated production line for GUP rollers is launched.
1990s
1990: GURTEC merges with ROXON (Finland), strengthening expertise in conveyor products, systems, and services.
1998: Sandvik acquires GURTEC and ROXON, integrating both into its Materials Handling division.
2000s
2005: Introduction of the HM140/150 flow formed and end formed roller line, raising durability and performance benchmarks.
2010s
2015: Launch of a new fully automated GST roller production line.
2017: NEPEAN acquires Sandvik’s Conveyor Components and Conveyor Systems businesses, reinstating the GURTEC, PROK, and ROXON brands under the NEPEAN banner.
2020s
2025: Major Innovation in Predictive Maintenance.
GURTEC patents and launches a thermochromic roller finish that changes color in case of bearing failure or overheating.
• This development introduces a new layer of visual, passive condition monitoring, enabling operators to identify failures early, reduce downtime, and enhance conveyor safety.
• It represents one of the most practical and field ready innovations in roller technology in decades.
