Maxwell & Higgs | Products & Solutions

Land Domain

Armoured & Protected Vehicle Solutions

Maxwell & Higgs delivers ruggedised protection systems, mounting solutions, and precision-manufactured structural components for Australia's land fleet. Our products are engineered for the harshest operational environments — from tropical humidity to red-centre dust storms.

With direct experience on the LAND 400 Phase 2 programme, our engineering team understands the integration requirements, quality standards, and delivery tempo that defence primes demand.

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Vehicle Protection Systems

Ruggedised deflection and shielding systems protecting critical vehicle components from debris, stone chips, and environmental damage.

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Mounting Systems & Brackets

Precision-engineered mounting solutions for auxiliary equipment, communications systems, and platform accessories.

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Chassis & Structural Components

CNC-machined and fabricated structural elements for vehicle platforms — floor panels, cross-members, gussets, and reinforcement plates manufactured to defence specifications.

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Deployable Storage Solutions

Modular storage systems, equipment bins, and stowage solutions designed for rapid deployment and field serviceability across land platforms.

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Training Fleet Protection

Purpose-built protection packages for training fleet vehicles — extending asset life and reducing maintenance costs across high-tempo training operations.

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Field Equipment & Rigs

Custom jigs, rigs, and field maintenance equipment designed for deployed operations — enabling rapid repair and component replacement in austere environments.

Maritime Domain

Marine-Grade Engineering Solutions

Purpose-engineered systems for naval and maritime platforms. Our marine solutions are designed to withstand salt spray corrosion, high-vibration environments, and the demanding operational tempo of Australia's maritime fleet.

Every maritime product is validated against ASTM B117 salt spray resistance standards and engineered for long-term serviceability in the harshest ocean conditions.

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Marine-Grade Protection Systems

Corrosion-resistant shielding and deflection systems for marine platforms, protecting engines, intakes, and sensitive equipment from salt spray and marine debris.

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check_circleMarine-grade stainless steel and aluminium
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Mechanical Outfitting

Precision-manufactured brackets, mounts, and structural components for vessel mechanical outfitting — from engine room fitments to deck-mounted equipment supports.

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Equipment Covers & Housings

Ruggedised covers, housings, and enclosures protecting sensitive electronic and mechanical equipment from marine environments — engineered for rapid access and field serviceability.

Aerospace Domain

Aerospace Support Equipment

Ground support equipment, maintenance stands, and transport protection systems for rotary and fixed-wing platforms. Designed for hangar and field operations with a focus on safety, repeatability, and rapid deployment.

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Maintenance Stands & Cradles

Custom-engineered maintenance stands, engine cradles, and component support fixtures for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft servicing. Designed to OEM specifications with integrated safety features.

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Transport Protection Systems

Protective covers, shipping frames, and transit fixtures for aircraft components and assemblies — ensuring safe transport between facilities and deployed locations.

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Field Workshop Equipment

Deployable workshop rigs, tool storage systems, and portable maintenance equipment for forward operating bases and expeditionary maintenance operations.

Custom Engineering

Bespoke Engineering & Manufacturing

When off-the-shelf does not exist, we design and manufacture it. From concept through to certified delivery, our engineering team works alongside primes to develop purpose-built solutions for unique platform challenges.

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Rapid Prototyping Services

Accelerated design-to-prototype cycles for defence applications. From CAD concept to functional prototype in days, not months.

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Manufacture to Drawing

Precision manufacturing from your engineering drawings. Full traceability, First Article Inspection, and defence-grade quality assurance on every part.

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Precision Machined Parts

CNC-machined components in steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and engineered polymers. Tight tolerances, repeatable quality, and full material traceability for defence-grade applications.

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Integration Support

On-site and workshop integration support for platform fit-outs. Our engineers work alongside prime contractor teams to ensure seamless component integration and first-time fit.

Purpose-Built Solutions for Defence Platforms