SantEnt: Leading authorised distributor of Dodge
Introduction
Since its inception, Dodge has established itself as a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of high-quality mounted bearings, enclosed gearing, and power transmission components. Renowned for reliability and innovation, it's products are engineered to perform in the world's most demanding industrial applications, from mining and aggregate to food and beverage processing. The brand is synonymous with durability, offering solutions that increase operational efficiency and reduce downtime. With decades of experience, SantEnt is proud to be an authorized distributor, providing our global clientele with unparalleled access and technical support for the complete it's product portfolio.
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Dodge at a glance
| Founded | 1878 |
| Headquarters | 1061 Holland Road, Simpsonville, SC 29681 USA |
| Leadership | David Gilbert |
| Tentative Revenue | approximately $617 million in revenue for the 12 months ending June 30, 2021, according to Modern Distribution Management |
| Listed on Stock Market? | Yes, via parent company RBC Bearings Inc. (NASDAQ: RBC) |
| Parent Organisation(s) | RBC Bearings Inc. |
| Subsidiary Organization(s) | Operates as a division of RBC Bearings Inc. |
| Ownership | Stellantis, a multinational corporation formed from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and the PSA Group. |
| Other Group Entities or Stakeholders | Formerly owned by ABB, Baldor Electric, and Rockwell Automation |
History of Dodge
| Year | Milestone |
| 1878 | Dodge Manufacturing Company is incorporated in Mishawaka, Indiana by Wallace Dodge. |
| 1894 | Dodge receives a patent for the split-pulley and interchangeable bushing system, a revolutionary power transmission innovation. |
| 1923 | Dodge introduces the industry's first sealed-for-life ball bearing, showcasing its leadership in bearing technology. |
| 1967 | Dodge is acquired by Reliance Electric Company, expanding its electrical and mechanical capabilities. |
| 2007 | Baldor Electric Company acquires this company and Reliance Electric from Rockwell Automation. |
| 2011 | ABB Group acquires Baldor Electric, bringing the this brand into its global automation portfolio. |
| 2021 | RBC Bearings Inc. acquires the The company's Mechanical Power Transmission division from ABB for $2.9 billion. |
Dodge Product Portfolio
Mounted Bearings
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Mounted Ball Bearings | Grip-Tight®, D-LOK®, SC/SCM/VSC series; Patented sealing solutions; Concentric and setscrew locking. | Conveyor systems, fans, air handlers, general industrial machinery. | Material Handling, Food & Beverage, HVAC, Agriculture. |
| Mounted Spherical Roller Bearings | ISN, SAF, SNX series; Trident™ triple-lip seals; Built-in modularity; Steel and ductile iron housings. | Heavy-duty conveyors, crushers, vibrating screens, industrial fans. | Mining, Aggregate, Cement, Forestry, Metals. |
| Mounted Tapered Roller Bearings | Type E-XTRA, Type K, TAF; High radial & thrust load capacity; Factory sealed & greased. | Conveyor pulleys, mixers, process equipment, mining machinery. | Mining, Aggregate, Cement, Heavy Industry. |
| Mounted Hydrodynamic Bearings | Sleevoil® (RPL/P-Series); Self-aligning; Quiet operation; High-speed and high-temperature capability. | Large fans, blowers, motors, generators, turbines. | Power Generation, Petrochemical, HVAC, Marine. |
| Mounted Plain Bearings | Babbitted, bronze, and non-metallic bushings; Solid and split housing designs; Custom engineered solutions. | Low-speed, high-load applications; Hostile environments. | Metals, Mining, Paper, Heavy Equipment. |
| Take-Up Frames | Wide slot, protected screw, center pull designs; Heavy-duty steel construction for durability. | Belt tensioning on conveyor systems and power transmission drives. | Material Handling, Aggregate, Unit Handling. |
| Circulating Oil Systems | Custom engineered lubrication systems; Tanks, pumps, filters, and heat exchangers. | Provides continuous lubrication and cooling for critical bearings. | Paper, Metals, Power Generation. |
Enclosed Gearing
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| TXT® Torque-Arm | World's most popular shaft-mounted reducer; Tapered bushing system for easy mounting; Rugged design. | Conveyor drives, mixers, crushers, screen drives. | Aggregate, Mining, Grain Handling, Manufacturing. |
| Torque-Arm II | Heavy-duty shaft mount reducer; Patented twin tapered bushing system; Advanced sealing. | Demanding high-torque applications; inclined conveyors. | Mining, Cement, Aggregate, Ports. |
| Quantis® | Modular gear drive (ILH, MSM, RHB); Flexible mounting configurations; High efficiency gearing. | Unit handling conveyors, pumps, fans, food processing equipment. | Food & Beverage, Airport, Logistics, General Industry. |
| Motorized Torque-Arm | Integrated C-face motor adapter in a shaft-mounted reducer; Compact, alignment-free design. | Space-constrained conveyor and machine drive applications. | Package Handling, Food Processing, General Manufacturing. |
| Tigear®-2 | Right-angle worm gear reducer; Sealed-for-life lubrication; All-angle mounting capabilities. | Small conveyors, mixers, packaging machinery. | Food & Beverage, Packaging, Unit Handling. |
| Maxum® XTR | Concentric inline speed reducer; Cast iron housing; High precision gears for quiet operation. | Pumps, agitators, mixers, and conveyors. | Chemical, Food & Beverage, Water Treatment. |
| MagnaGear XTR® | Parallel shaft and right-angle bevel gearing; High torque density; Robust construction for harsh duty. | Agitators, large conveyors, extruders, heavy-duty mixers. | Metals, Mining, Chemical, Pulp & Paper. |
| Controlled Start Transmission | Hydrodynamic fluid coupling for smooth motor starts; Protects motor and driven equipment from shock loads. | High-inertia loads like large conveyors, crushers, and mills. | Mining, Bulk Material Handling, Power Generation. |
Mechanical Drives, Couplings, & Conveyor Components
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| V-Belt Sheaves | Taper-Bore® and QD designs; Static balancing for smooth operation; Classical and high-capacity types. | Power transmission for fans, blowers, pumps, and crushers. | HVAC, Agriculture, General Industrial, Mining. |
| V-Belts | Cog-Belt®, Sealed-Life belts; High-performance construction for longer life and efficiency. | Industrial drives requiring reliable power transfer. | All industrial sectors with belt-driven equipment. |
| Synchronous Sprockets and Belts | HTD, HT200, T-series; Positive engagement for no-slip power transmission; High efficiency. | Precision timing, indexing, and high-torque drives. | Packaging, Food Processing, Automotive, Textiles. |
| Roller Chain Sprockets | Taper-Bore® and finished bore types; Hardened teeth available for extended life. | Low to moderate speed drives in industrial machinery. | Agriculture, Manufacturing, Material Handling. |
| Motor Bases | Fixed and adjustable bases; Heavy-duty steel construction for rigid motor mounting. | Securing and aligning motors in power transmission systems. | HVAC, Pumping, General Industrial. |
| Elastomeric Couplings | Para-Flex®, Grid-Lign®, D-Flex; Torsionally soft; Accommodate misalignment and dampen vibration. | Connecting motors to pumps, gearboxes, and compressors. | Pumping, Chemical, General Industrial. |
| Metallic Couplings | Gear, Disc, Thomas® series; High torque density; Zero backlash options; All-metal construction. | High-performance and high-speed applications; servo motors. | Metals, Petrochemical, Power Generation, Test Stands. |
| Mechanical Soft Starts | Taper-Trol®, Hydroil; Provide smooth, controlled acceleration for AC motor-driven loads. | High-inertia systems to reduce mechanical shock. | Mining, Bulk Material Handling. |
| Drum Pulleys | Heavy-duty, mine-duty, and engineered class pulleys; CEMA and custom designs. | Key components in belt conveyor systems for driving and guiding the belt. | Mining, Aggregate, Cement, Ports, Bulk Handling. |
| Wing Pulleys | Self-cleaning design prevents material buildup between belt and pulley; Reduces belt wear. | Conveyor tail sections and take-up units, especially in dirty environments. | Aggregate, Mining, Forestry, Recycling. |
| Lagging | Slide-on, vulcanized, and weld-on types; Improves traction and reduces belt slippage. | Applied to the surface of conveyor drum pulleys. | All industries utilizing belt conveyors. |
| Bushings and Hubs | Taper-Lock®, QD, Taper-Bore®; Keyless locking devices for easy installation and removal of components. | Mounting sheaves, sprockets, and pulleys onto shafts. | All industrial sectors. |
IIoT Technologies
| Sub-categories | Products & Features | Applications | Industries |
| Performance Sensors | Wireless vibration and temperature sensor; Bluetooth connectivity; Easy installation. | Condition monitoring and predictive maintenance of rotating equipment. | Any industry with critical machinery (HVAC, Food, Mining). |
| Intelli-Lubes | Automatic single-point and multi-point lubricators; Pre-filled with specified grease. | Ensuring consistent and correct lubrication of bearings and gears. | Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Water Treatment. |
| Breathers | T.R.A.P.™ (Thermally Reactive Advanced Protection) technology; Desiccant and particulate filtration. | Preventing moisture and contaminant ingress into gearboxes and reservoirs. | Any industry where equipment is exposed to humidity or dust. |
| Gateways | Collects data from wireless sensors and transmits it to the cloud or local network. | Centralizing data for plant-wide asset health monitoring. | Smart Factories, IIoT-enabled facilities. |
| Accessories | Sensor mounting kits, brackets, and connectivity tools. | Facilitating the easy deployment of Dodge IIoT solutions. | All industries implementing condition monitoring. |
Dodge Acquisitions & Group Companies
In 2021, Dodge was acquired by RBC Bearings Inc., a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components. The strategic acquisition of this company significantly broadened RBC's portfolio, adding a world-class mechanical power transmission division that complements its existing bearing solutions, creating a powerful and comprehensive industrial products platform.
Prior to its acquisition by RBC, Dodge was a prominent brand within the ABB Group, a global technology leader. Under ABB, this company's mechanical products were integrated with ABB's motors and drives, offering customers complete electromechanical power transmission packages and strengthening ABB's position in the industrial automation market.
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Why choose SantEnt for your Dodge requirements?
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Vast Inventory, Global Sourcing & Competitive Pricing
As an Authorised Distributor for Dodge, SantEnt maintains an extensive inventory with over 60,000 bearings in stock. Our strong relationship with the manufacturer and global distributors ensures no it's product is too far from you. We leverage our extensive supply chain collaborations to achieve the best prices, guaranteeing competitive pricing on all this brand products. -
Genuine Products Guaranteed over Decades of Trust
Established in 1977, SantEnt is a third-generation family business built on a foundation of trust and reliability. Our leadership team is equipped with deep Engineering, Technology, and Business Management expertise, enabling us to deliver 100% genuine products with professionalized services to our rapidly growing customer base, which now spans across 60 countries and 6 continents. -
Robust Technical & After-Sales Support
We understand the criticality of your operations. Our responsibility begins long before a sale by providing expert technical support to help you identify the precise Dodge part for your application, eliminating risks of premature failure. After the supply, we remain your dedicated partner, offering support for product warranties, installation guidance, and any other queries to ensure maximum performance and longevity.
Official Authorization for Dodge
Our partnership with Dodge was solidified in 2022 when SantEnt became an Authorised Distributor for their products in India. This official authorization is your guarantee of receiving 100% genuine products backed directly by the manufacturer's warranty. Choosing an authorized partner like SantEnt ensures you get priority access to the latest Dodge innovations and a supply chain free from the risks of non-genuine parts.
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