Brake Bands & Rims for the Oil & Gas Drilling Industry
Family-owned manufacturer of reliable drilling brake bands, rims, and components trusted worldwide for 30+ years.
— About Us
Who We Are
For more than 30 years, H.C. Howell Company has manufactured, serviced, and supplied brake bands to the oil and gas drilling industry. We’ve built our reputation on quality and reliability, and our long list of repeat customers, both domestic and international, is a testament to that work. Among our peers, we’re recognized as a leader in the supply of brake bands.
Our roots are in service, so we understand how much rides on a dependable product. In an industry where downtime is costly and safe operation is everything, the reliability of our brakes is never something we take lightly. We remain a family business with a closely knit, fully trained team that oversees every stage of manufacturing to make sure no shortcuts are taken. Located in Odessa, Texas, we’re proud to be rooted in one of the world’s greatest oil and gas fields, right alongside many of the customers we serve.
— Manufactured to Last
Brake Bands & Rims
Our H.C. Howell brake bands are engineered for the demands of oil and gas drilling, where reliable braking is critical to safe operation. We manufacture brake bands and rims to exacting standards, building in the durability that extends equipment life and reduces costly downtime on the rig. Quality is never compromised at any stage of our process.
— Reman & Brake Servicing
Remanufacturing & Service
Three decades of servicing other manufacturers’ brakes has taught us what works and what fails. From BDW to Wilson, we’ve worked on nearly every type and size of drilling brake band made. We remanufacture and service brakes with that hard-earned expertise, restoring reliability and getting your equipment back to work.
— Parts & Field Assistance
Components & Support
Beyond brake bands, we supply the rims, pins, bolts, and replacement parts that keep your drawworks running. Our team also provides field assistance and warranty support, backing every product with the service-first approach the company was built on. Whether domestic or international, we’re here when you need us.
— Testimonials
What Our Customers Say
Contact Us Today!
Phone
(432) 368-0835
bandman363@yahoo.com
Location
Odessa, TX
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