Johnson Elevanja Limited

About Us

The Evolution of Johnson Industries & Elevanja: Masters of Industrial Brake Systems
A Global Footprint:
From our strategically positioned offices and advanced manufacturing facilities in Vancouver, Toronto, and England, Johnson Industries Ltd. stands unrivaled in delivering the most exhaustive selection of industrial brakes and brake systems on a global scale.

Our Legacy:
1915: Elliston, Evans & Jackson (Elevanja) open.
1966: Johnson Industries Ltd. comes to life on April 27th.
1974: We proudly launched our primary corporate office and factory in Richmond, B.C., Canada.
1993: Marking a significant milestone, we acquired Elevanja, a British gem in brake manufacturing since 1915. This merger bolstered the versatility of the Johnson brake portfolio.
1997: To cater to our growing eastern clientele, we opened a branch in Toronto, Canada.
2005: Embracing innovation, we transitioned to our cutting-edge manufacturing hub in Delta, B.C., Canada on October 25th.
2015: Celebrating 100 years at the Elevanja UK Division.
2016: Celebrating 50 years at Johnson Industries Delta (Vancouver) division.
Our Comprehensive Offerings:
Customized Solutions: We craft brake discs and drums tailored to client specs, including variations in diameter, bore, keyway, and unique features like dynamic balancing or forged ventilation holes.

Broad Product Range: Beyond brake discs, we?re renowned for diverse brake drum models, from standard to rough stock bore.

Transmission Couplings: A plethora of coupling types suited for diverse brake applications await you.

Storm and Parking Brakes: Pioneering in rail clamp systems, our offerings are pivotal for rail-mounted equipment like cranes, trippers and stacker-reclaimers.

Wheel Gripper System: An innovative clamping solution, essential for ensuring safety and stability in railway cars when evacuating bulk materials.

Unwavering Support:
Johnson Elevanja's commitment shines through our expansive parts inventory, inclusive of Elhy / Eldro thrusters. Count on us for maintenance, refurbishment, onsite services, training, and commissioning.

Power and Control Systems:
Complementing our brakes, we provide a rich spectrum of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power Units, alongside Electrical control systems, ensuring seamless brake integration and performance.

With Johnson Industries and Johnson Elevanja, a world renowned industrial brake systems and clamping equipment manufacturer, experience the zenith of industrial brake solutions.

Specialists in industrial braking for more than 100 years