Durbal: German Precision in Motion.

SantEnt: Leading independent distributor of Durbal

Introduction 

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Durbal, a brand with a rich history dating back to 1938, is a global leader in the manufacturing of high-quality rod ends and spherical plain bearings. Renowned for their precision, reliability, and innovative designs, Durbal products are integral to applications that involve turning, tilting, and swiveling movements across a multitude of industries. From the packaging and food industry to mechanical engineering and renewable energy, Durbal provides solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and performance. SantEnt is proud to be a trusted supplier of Durbal products, leveraging our extensive experience and global network to deliver these premium components to our discerning clientele.

Durbal at a glance

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Founded	1938
Headquarters	Ohringen, Germany
Leadership	Not Publicly Available
Tentative Revenue	Not Publicly Available
Listed on Stock Market?	No
Parent Organisation(s)	Rollon Group
Subsidiary Organization(s)	The Timken Company
Ownership	Rollon Group
Other Group Entities or Stakeholders	Not Publicly Available

History of Durbal

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Year	Milestone
1938	The company was founded in Berlin by Wolfgang Schlegel as SCHLEGEL Luftfahrtgerate, initially producing rod ends for the aviation industry.
1959	The company relocated to Ohringen and was renamed SCHLEGEL KG.
1979	DURBAL GmbH & Co. KG was established, focusing on heavy-duty rod ends and spherical plain bearings.
2014	Durbal was acquired by the Nadella Group, a specialist in mechanical motion technology.
2018	The company achieved EN 9100:2018 certification for Aviation, Space and Defence standards.
2023	The entire Nadella Group, including Durbal, was acquired by The Timken Company, a global leader in engineered bearings and power transmission products.

Durbal Product Portfolio

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Rod Ends

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Rod ends with rollers or balls	High-speed, high-load capacity, low friction	Precision guidance, high-speed linkages	Automation, Robotics, Motorsport
Rod ends maintenance-free	Self-lubricating, long service life, resistant to contaminants	Applications with limited maintenance access, clean environments	Food & Beverage, Packaging, Medical
Rod ends maintenance-required	High load capacity, suitable for alternating stresses and impact loads	Heavy-duty machinery, demanding environments	Agriculture, Construction, Mining
Hydraulic-rod ends	Integrated hydraulic cylinder connection, robust design	Hydraulic systems, lifting equipment	Mobile Machinery, Industrial Hydraulics

Spherical-Plain Bearings

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Spherical-Plain Bearings	High rotational speeds, low friction	High-speed rotating shafts, precision alignment	Textile Machinery, Printing Presses
Spherical-plain bearings maintenance-free	Self-lubricating, wear-resistant, long life	Applications with oscillating or tilting movements	Renewable Energy (Wind Turbines), Conveyor Systems
Spherical-plain bearings maintenance-required	High static and dynamic load capacity, suitable for harsh conditions	Heavy load applications, oscillating movements	Steel Industry, Railway Technology, Shipbuilding

Accessories

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Clevises	DIN 71752 standard, for simple movement connections	Linkages, control systems	General Mechanical Engineering, Automotive
Angle Joints	DIN 71802, create angled connections	Guiding and connecting moving parts	Automation, Robotics
Threaded Links	Female thread, for self-assembly of heavy-duty systems	Custom linkages and assemblies	Special Purpose Machinery, Prototyping
Threaded Bolts	For corner connections with K-Series pivot pins and spherical plain bearings	Mounting and securing bearings	General Assembly, Fixturing
Washers	Additional bearing protection for K-Series spherical plain bearings	Sealing against contaminants	Agriculture, Construction
Rubber Protector Caps	Protection for rod ends and spherical plain bearings from dust and moisture	Exposed linkages, outdoor applications	Off-highway Vehicles, Agricultural Machinery
Hexagonal Locking Nuts	ISO 4032 (DIN 934), for securing threaded connections	Fastening rod ends and angle joints	All industries with mechanical assemblies

Custom-made products

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Special spherical plain bearings	Customer-specific dimensions, materials, and features	Unique and demanding applications	Aerospace, Defense, Research & Development
Customer-specific heavy-duty rod ends	Tailored to specific load, environmental, and dimensional requirements	Highly specialized machinery and equipment	Oil & Gas, Marine, Heavy Industry
Spherical plain bearings	Customized solutions for specific operational needs	Applications where standard bearings are not suitable	Custom machine building, specialized automation

Other Products

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Linkages	Complete linkage systems with integrated Durbal bearings	Motion transfer and control systems	Automotive, Aerospace, Industrial Automation

Acquisitions & Group Companies

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A sister company to Durbal within the Nadella Group, Rollon is a global leader in designing and manufacturing linear motion systems, including linear guides, telescopic rails, and actuators. The inclusion of Rollon within the group provides significant cross-selling opportunities and creates a comprehensive mechanical motion technology portfolio.

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In 2023, Durbal, as part of the Nadella Group, was acquired by The Timken Company. This acquisition strategically expands Timken's portfolio of industrial motion products. Integrating Durbal's expertise in high-performance bearings enhances Timken's ability to provide comprehensive and advanced solutions to a broader range of industrial customers worldwide.

Why choose SantEnt for your Durbal requirements?

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• Vast Inventory, Global Sourcing & Competitive Pricing
  Over 60,000 bearings in stock and strong relationship with the Manufacturer & other distributors helps us ensure no Durbal product is too far from you, and is always competitively priced through our extensive collaborations and strong relationships with our supply chain stakeholders to achieve the best prices for Durbal products . Additionally, we are Authorised Distributors of Schaeffler, FAG, INA, FYH, Optibelt and Dodge.
• 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 products with professionalised 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.