SantEnt: Leading independent distributor of American Roller Bearing
Introduction
American Roller Bearing (ARB) is a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty industrial bearings, renowned for its diverse range of high-quality cylindrical roller bearings, spherical roller bearings, and custom-engineered solutions. With a rich history spanning decades, ARB products are integral to critical applications across various heavy industries, known for their durability and performance. SantEnt, established in 1977, possesses extensive experience and capability in supplying a comprehensive range of ARB bearing products, ensuring reliable access to these premium industrial components for our global clientele.
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Table of content
- 1. SantEnt: Leading independent distributor of American Roller Bearing
- 2. Introduction
- 3. American Roller Bearing at a glance
- 4. History of American Roller Bearing
- 5. American Roller Bearing Bearings Product Portfolio
- 6. Acquisitions & Group Companies
- 7. Why choose SantEnt for your American Roller Bearing requirements?
American Roller Bearing at a glance
| Founded | 1911 |
| Headquarters | Hickory, North Carolina, United States |
| Leadership | Richard G. Kyle (President and CEO of The Timken Company, since American Roller Bearing was acquired) |
| Tentative Revenue | $58.3 million in 2025 |
| Listed on Stock Market? | Yes, RBC Bearings (NYSE: RBC) |
| Parent Organisation(s) | The Timken Company |
| Subsidiary Organization(s) | None |
| Ownership | Acquired by The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR) |
| Other Group Entities or Stakeholders | None |
History of American Roller Bearing
| Year | Milestone |
| 1911 | ARB Company was founded by the Succop family. |
| 1950s | Began specializing in heavy-duty roller bearings for industrial applications. |
| 1960s | Expanded product lines to include a wider range of cylindrical and spherical roller bearings. |
| 1970s | Introduced custom-engineered bearing solutions to meet specific industry demands. |
| 1990s | Continued investment in manufacturing technology and facility expansion. |
| 2000s | Focused on optimizing bearing performance for increasingly demanding industrial environments. |
| 2023 | On February 1, The Timken Company acquired this Company. |
American Roller Bearing Bearings Product Portfolio
Ball Bearings
American Roller Bearing Ball Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Deep Grooves | Single row, double row designs; open, sealed, or shielded | Electric motors, gearboxes, pumps | General machinery, automotive |
| Angular Contacts | Single row, double row; high speed, high precision | Machine tool spindles, centrifuges | Machine tools, aerospace |
| Angular Contact Double Rows | Accommodates axial loads in both directions, high rigidity | Pumps, compressors, automotive hubs | Industrial machinery, automotive |
Cylindrical Roller Bearings
American Roller Bearing Cylindrical Roller Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Single Rows | N, NU, NJ, NUP designs; high radial load capacity | Gearboxes, electric motors, vibratory equipment | Heavy machinery, mining, steel |
| Journal Bearings | Specialized for shaft support, high precision | Printing presses, paper machinery | Printing, paper |
| Double Rows | NN, NNU designs; high rigidity, heavy radial loads | Rolling mills, large gearboxes | Steel, heavy industry |
| Full Complement Single Rows | Maximize roller count for high load capacity, no cage | Pulley systems, crane wheels | Material handling, construction |
| Full Complement Double Rows | High radial and shock load capacity, dense roller arrangement | Heavy-duty gear drives, crushers | Mining, aggregate |
| Multirows | Designed for extremely high radial loads, multiple rows of rollers | Cement mills, wind turbine main shafts | Cement, wind energy |
| Cluster Mills | Specific design for rolling mill applications, high precision | Hot and cold rolling mills | Steel, aluminum |
Tapered Roller Bearings
American Roller Bearing Tapered Roller Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Single Rows (TS) | Separable cone and cup, accommodates radial and axial loads | Wheel hubs, gearboxes, differentials | Automotive, agriculture, construction |
| Double Rows (TDO) | Two single row bearings with common outer ring, robust | Pinion shafts, large industrial drives | Heavy trucks, industrial equipment |
| Double Rows (TDI) | Two single row bearings with common inner ring, precise | Machine tool spindles, railway axles | Machine tools, rail |
| Double Rows (TDIE) | Enhanced TDI design, often sealed or with special features | High contamination environments, harsh conditions | Off-highway, industrial processing |
| Four Rows | Maximize load capacity, used in demanding applications | Rolling mill work rolls, large industrial gearboxes | Steel, heavy industry |
Spherical Roller Bearings
American Roller Bearing Spherical Roller Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| CA Types | Machined brass cage, robust and high load capacity | Vibrating screens, crushers, conveyors | Mining, aggregate, cement |
| CAC Types | Enhanced CA design, often with modified internal geometry | Paper machines, heavy industrial pumps | Paper, heavy industry |
| CAK Types | Tapered bore, mounted with adapter sleeve | General industrial machinery, blowers | Industrial fans, pumps |
| CACK Types | Tapered bore, enhanced design, high performance | Marine propulsion, power generation | Marine, power |
Thrust Bearings
American Roller Bearing Thrust Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Ball Thrust Bearings | Accommodates axial loads in one direction, high speed | Turntables, jacks, low thrust applications | Material handling, general machinery |
| Ball Angular Contacts | Accommodates axial and some radial loads, high precision | Machine tool spindles, pumps | Machine tools, fluid power |
| Double Acting Bal Angular Contacts | Accommodates axial loads in both directions | Reversible pumps, steering mechanisms | Automotive, industrial pumps |
| Cylindrical Rollers | High axial load capacity, accommodates shock loads | Crane hooks, vertical shafts | Cranes, heavy industrial presses |
| Crane Hook Cylindrical Rollers | Specifically designed for crane hooks, heavy axial loads | Overhead cranes, lifting equipment | Construction, manufacturing |
| Light Duty Double Acting Cylindrical | For moderate axial loads in both directions | Screw jacks, small presses | General industrial |
| Center Plate Double Acting Cylindrical | Enhanced double acting design, often with central plate | Heavy screwdowns, large valves | Steel, valve manufacturing |
| Spool Type Double Acting Cylindrical | Specialized design for spool valves, precise axial control | Hydraulic systems, control valves | Fluid power, automation |
| Tapered Rollers | High axial and some radial load capacity, robust | Worm gears, rotary tables | Gearboxes, indexing tables |
| V-Flat Tapered Rollers | Combination of V-groove and flat raceways, unique axial loads | Special machinery, custom applications | Custom machinery, robotics |
| Steel, metal forming | Accommodates V-flat axial loads in both directions | Reversible mechanisms with unique axial requirements | Custom machinery |
| Screwdown Thrusts Tapered Roller | Designed for screwdown mechanisms in rolling mills | Rolling mills, heavy presses | Steel, metal forming |
Custom Bearings
American Roller Bearing Custom Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Spherical Plain Bearings | Accommodates misalignment, high radial and axial loads | Hydraulic cylinders, linkages, heavy equipment | Construction, agriculture |
| Split Bearings | Allows for easier installation and replacement without disassembling shafts | Conveyors, fans, process machinery | Mining, cement, power generation |
| Combined Radial Thrust Bearings | Designed to handle both significant radial and axial loads simultaneously | Gear drives, pumps, special machinery | Heavy industry, custom equipment |
| Self-Alignings Cylindrical | Accommodates angular misalignment, high radial loads | Paper machines, large fans, vibrating equipment | Paper, industrial fans, mining |
| Ladder Bearings | Unique design for specific applications, often with multiple rows | Specialized heavy machinery, custom mechanisms | Custom industrial, heavy equipment |
| Notched Deep Groove Ball Bearings | Modified deep groove ball bearing for specific assembly or function | Robotics, precision instruments | Automation, medical |
| Extra Large Bearings | Bearings with very large dimensions, custom manufactured | Wind turbines, tunnel boring machines, large industrial mills | Wind energy, heavy construction, mining |
| Crossed Roller Bearings | High precision, high rigidity, handles loads from all directions | Robotics, rotary tables, medical imaging | Robotics, machine tools, medical |
| Track Wheels | Designed for rail or track applications, often flanged | Cranes, railway rolling stock, transfer carts | Material handling, rail, logistics |
| Ball Bushings | Linear motion bearing, provides smooth linear movement | CNC machines, linear guides, automation equipment | Automation, manufacturing, packaging |
| Very High Temperature Bearings | Manufactured with materials and lubricants for extreme heat | Furnaces, kilns, high-temperature processing equipment | Steel, glass, ceramics |
| Eccentric Outer Race Bearing | Outer race is eccentric to the bore, used for adjustment or specific motion | Printing presses, textile machinery | Printing, textile |
Acquisitions & Group Companies
Timken
The Timken Company, a global leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion products, acquired ARB in 2023. This strategic acquisition aimed to bolster Timken's portfolio by integrating ARB's strong end-market presence, diverse customer base, and robust aftermarket position, aligning perfectly with Timken's existing business model.
Why choose SantEnt for your American Roller Bearing requirements?
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Vast Inventory, Global Sourcing & Competitive Pricing
With over 60,000 bearings in stock and strong relationships with manufacturers and other distributors, SantEnt ensures that no American Roller Bearing product is too far from you. We offer competitive pricing through our extensive collaborations and strong relationships with our supply chain stakeholders to achieve the best prices for this brand's products. Additionally, we are Authorised Distributors of Schaeffler, FAG, INA, FYH, Optibelt, and Dodge, further solidifying our supply capabilities. -
Genuine Products Guaranteed over Decades of Trust
As a renowned Bearing distribution company established in 1977, our third generation is equipped with Engineering, Technology & Business Management education as well as corporate experience. This enables us to deliver genuine ARB's products with professionalized services to our rapidly growing global customer base spread across 60 countries and 6 continents. -
Robust Technical & After-Sales Support
Owing to the criticality of the products we deal in, our responsibility starts much before the supply of products, by way of Technical Support in identifying the right spare parts for the desired application, eliminating instances of failure or premature breakdown. Even after supply, we closely work with our customers in case of any queries or support requirements such as product warranty, installation & storage guidance to cite a few.
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