Brook Crompton
Brook Crompton brings together many established names in the electric motor industry, including Brook Motors, Brook Crompton Parkinson, Newman Electric, GEC Electrodrives, Bull Electric, Brook Hansen, Western Electric (WE Motors) and Hawker Siddeley Electric Motors.
With over 110 years in the industry and over 50 years as a trusted Brook Crompton distributor, BAWCo supplies new electric motors along with full sales and service support.
Industrial Motors | Products
World Series | Premium
W Range
Aluminium / Cast Iron
Frame Sizes 63 – 355
Power: 0.12kW – 375kW
Efficiency: IE2 / IE3 / IE4
Poles: 2 / 4 / 6 / 8
WE Range | Low Cost
WE3 & WE4
Aluminium / Cast Iron
Frame Sizes 63 – 355
Power: 0.18kW – 375kW
Efficiency: IE3 / IE4
Poles: 2 / 4 / 6 / 8
Hazardous Area
WEX3 & W Ex ec
Cast Iron
Frame Sizes 80 – 355
Power: 0.18kW – 400kW
Efficiency: IE3
Poles: 2 / 4 / 6 / 8
Spare Parts and Mods
Nearly all of Brook Crompton motors are customisable (even hazardous area)
Stock motors are available with alternative mounting options, adjustable terminal box positions, optional heaters and thermistors, and modified IP ratings, plus many more.
This is all possible thanks to our Mod Specialist, Dave, and our large range of in-house spares for all our motors— All available for same-day and next-day delivery.
Direct Replacements
Brook Crompton is a legacy brand encompassing all the prominent UK brands it has acquired. Leveraging the extensive product history of these companies, we offer modern, direct replacements — with only the serial number or nameplate needed.
Custom Motors
Custom motors are where we separate ourselves from the rest. With direct access to three leading manufacturing centres, we can facilitate a wide range of unique requirements.
This extends to hazardous area motors, where the specialists at ATB Nordenham in Germany excel.
See this in action here — Case Studies: ATEX Motor Custom Build
Downloadable Catalogues
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Official Brook Crompton Distributor | Bradford & West Yorkshire
BAWCo
BAWCo joined the family following the acquisition of Newman in the 1980s and GEC in 1990. With over 50 years as an authorised distributor for the brand, we have solidified relationships to offer the best discounts to customers seeking Brook products.
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Stock
All motors, including WIMES-Spec, aluminium and cast iron options, are now available from BAWCo’s and Brook Crompton’s extensive stock, both totalling a value of £6.5 million.
Delivery
All stock motors and spares can be delivered same-day, next-day, or within our standard 3-5 days free of charge using our two in-house drivers and three transport vehicles, or a trusted carrier service for national delivery.
Industries
- Water Treatment
- Mining & Minerals
- Oil, Gas & Petrochemicals
- Building Services
- Energy & Marine
- Food & Beverage Processing
- Waste Processing
Applications
- Fans
- Pumps
- Crushers
- Conveyors
- HVAC
- Production Lines
- Waste Water
Electrify your Business with BAWCo
Repairs and Services
Backed by the AEMT and Brook Crompton, BAWCo is your first choice for repairs and servicing.
We employ 22 full-time expert engineers at our custom-built facility in Bradford, West Yorkshire, capable of up to 5 tonnes using our 2 built-in cranes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Factory Locations
ATB Tamel | Poland
Part of the ATB Group, ATB Tamel S.A., is one of the leading European manufacturers. ATB Tamel was founded in 1949, based in Tarnów, Poland, and has over 75 years of experience.
The facility manufactures low and high-voltage electric motors, including IEC and NEMA frame designs, single and three-phase induction motors, multi-speed motors, flameproof and explosion-protected units, and custom builds to suit specific customer requirements.
ATB Nordenham GmbH | Germany
Specialists in hazardous‑area motors and custom builds, ATB Nordenham’s engineers have been designing and manufacturing flameproof and explosion‑protected motors since 1952, offering over 70 years of experience in ATEX and IECEx certified solutions (e.g., Ex db and Ex db eb for Zone 1/21 applications) to meet exact industrial motor requirements.
Wolong Electric Group | China
Wolong Electric Group’s facility in China has strong R&D and customisation capabilities, supporting the design and manufacture of a wide range of electric motors. With an annual production capacity of 110 million kilowatts, the factory can meet large-scale industrial demand.
The factory produces the WE range, including the WE3 (IE3) and WE4 (IE4) series of low-cost, energy-efficient motors, providing lower running costs and reliable performance.
Brook Crompton History – Key Milestones
The Sparks Begin (1878–1904)
1878 – R.E.B. Crompton & Co. established, Chelmsford, UK
Pioneers in electrical equipment and lighting, founded by Colonel Rookes Evelyn Bell Crompton.
1904 – Brook Motors founded, Huddersfield, UK
Specialised in producing AC motors under the leadership of Ernest Brook.
Building a British Motor Legacy (1927–1974)
1927 – Crompton merges with F. & A. E. Parkinson Ltd → Crompton Parkinson
Combined expertise in motors and electrical systems to form a major British electrical company.
Late 1960s/1970 – Brook Motors acquired by Hawker Siddeley
Bringing the Huddersfield-based motor specialist under a larger engineering group.
1973–1974 – Formation of Brook Crompton Parkinson Motors
Merged Brook Motors and Crompton Parkinson, creating the foundation for the modern business.
Expanding the Family (1980s–1990s)
1980s – Newman Electric Motors joins the group
Expanded the product range and inherited additional motor expertise.
1989–1990 – GEC Electromotors / Electrodrives acquisition
Added business units formerly part of GEC, AEI, and English Electric, strengthening UK motor engineering capabilities.
Early 1990s – Integration of specialist motor businesses & BTR ownership
Smaller companies like Bull Electric were incorporated, and the business became part of the BTR Group.
Reinventing the Company (1999–2002)
1999–2000 – Becoming Invensys Brook Crompton
Operations were reorganised following the BTR and Siebe merger under Invensys.
2002 – Acquisition by Lindeteves‑Jacoberg (Singapore)
Ownership moved to Singapore, marking the start of a global phase.
A New Global Stage (2002–2011)
Early 2000s – Production shifts overseas
Volume motor production moved from Huddersfield and Guiseley to plants in Poland, China, and other locations, while specialist assembly stayed in the UK.
2002–2004 – Ending Huddersfield volume production
Large-scale local production ceased, but specialised engineering services continued.
2006 – ATB Austria joins as a strategic partner
ATB took a major stake, influencing operations and global reach.
2011 – Wolong China takes majority ownership
Wolong acquired ATB’s interest, creating a globally connected motor group.
Global Growth & Continued Innovation (2012–Present)
2012 – Integration into Brook Crompton Holdings
The business became part of a wider global structure based in Singapore.
2022 – Strengthening the UK footprint
The acquisition of ATB Group UK assets consolidated UK operations and product offerings.
2024–2025 – Supplying the world
International distribution continues, with IE2/IE3/IE5 motors, hazardous-duty solutions, and specialised designs reaching markets across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific.