Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing

What Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing does

Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing is a privately held US specialty manufacturer of thrust bearings, custom bearings, and precision machined components, headquartered at 4 Route 350, Macedon, NY. The company traces its thrust bearing lineage to 1898 through Auburn Ball Bearing, which was acquired by Fairport Products in August 2006; the two entities merged in June 2013 to form the current company under President Peter Schroth. In February 2021 the company acquired Aurotek TSB, Inc., adding precision thin section radial bearings to the portfolio and entry into defense, medical, aerospace, and robotics end-markets.

The core product portfolio spans 16+ standard thrust bearing series (T-100, T-101, T-114, T-114RG, MT-114RG, T-170, T-200RG, SC-100, SC-114RG, AE roller series, 51100, 51200, 2900, F, FM, R Series) plus custom bearings and contract precision machining (CNC turning, milling, grinding, lapping, superfinishing). A central technical differentiator is the proprietary Auburn 'V' groove raceway geometry, which produces four-point ball contact, reduces rolling friction, and increases load capacity compared with conventional round-groove designs. Manufacturing is conducted at a single Macedon facility with DFAR-compliant USA production, 4–6 week lead times on custom work, and equipment configured for low to medium volume with high part-number mix.

Revenue is generated through two primary streams — catalog bearing sales and custom bearing/component manufacturing — sold via direct sales force and through industrial bearing distributors. Pricing is quote-based with no publicly disclosed rates. Customer evidence indicates a diversified base across industrial manufacturing, aerospace/restoration, medical devices, automation/robotics, and niche preservation applications, with named references including Bemis Manufacturing, Renaissance Metals Inc., Aerospace Research Systems LLC, The Strong National Museum of Play, and an unnamed medical device customer. No outside institutional funding has been disclosed; the company is operationally profitable by implication given its 120+ year continuity.

Name

Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing

Legal name

Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing Inc

Website

https://auburnbearing.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1898

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing is a privately held US specialty manufacturer of thrust bearings, custom bearings, and precision machined components, headquartered in Macedon, NY, serving industrial manufacturing, defense, aerospace, medical devices, and robotics customers with low to medium volume production.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Bearings & Precision Components

NAICS

Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing (332991)

SIC

Ball & Roller Bearings (3562)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMABANAB

Aerospace Bearings, Bushings & Motion Components

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing/Aerospace Materials and Components

Keywords

• Thrust ball bearings
• Custom bearing manufacturing
• Precision machined components
• Thin section bearings
• Industrial bearing parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Macedon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Standard Thrust Bearings Sales: Sale of catalog/standard thrust bearings including T-series, SC-series, AE-series, metric series (51100, 51200, 2900, F, FM), and R Series Thrust Ball Retainers. Both inch and metric sizes available.
2. Custom Bearings Manufacturing: Custom bearing design and manufacturing for specific customer applications, including obsolete bearings, non-standard dimensions, special materials (stainless steel, phenolic, bronze), and modified designs.
3. Precision Custom Manufacturing: CNC turning, milling, grinding, lapping, superfinishing, and other precision machining services for custom mechanical parts and components. Production of parts up to 1 cubic foot in volume, including shafts up to 40 inches long.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing designs, manufactures, and sells standard and custom thrust ball bearings, thrust roller bearings, precision thin section bearings, and ball retainers for industrial, aerospace, defense, medical, and automation customers. The company operates a Made-in-USA production facility in Macedon, NY, specializing in low- to mid-volume runs (from one piece to thousands) and also provides precision CNC machining, grinding, lapping, and superfinishing services for custom mechanical components.

Product overview

Auburn Bearing & Manufacturing is a manufacturer of thrust bearings, custom bearings, and precision components serving low- to mid-volume markets. The product portfolio centers on thrust ball and roller bearings organized into two main categories: standard catalog products (T-100, T-101, T-114, T-114RG, MT-114RG, T-170, T-200RG, SC-100, SC-114RG, AE, 51100, 51200, 2900, F, FM, R Series) and custom offerings. The company specializes in its proprietary Auburn 'V' groove technology featured across select bearing series, which reduces rolling friction through 4-point ball contact. The MT-114RG represents an innovative mounted thrust bearing solution. Following the 2021 acquisition of Aurotek TSB, the company expanded into precision thin section radial bearings for defense, medical, aerospace, and robotics applications. Beyond bearings, the company offers comprehensive custom manufacturing services including CNC turning, milling, grinding, lapping, and reverse engineering for precision machined components.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• T-100 Series Thrust Ball Bearing Banded thrust ball bearing series with outside band design using proprietary Auburn 'V' groove technology for reduced friction and increased load capacity; enclosed design with protective steel or brass sleeve.
• T-101 Series Thrust Ball Bearing Open thrust ball bearing series with full ball complement and no retainer, using Auburn 'V' groove design for reduced friction and higher load carrying capacity in a separated 3-piece design.
• T-114 Series Thrust Ball Bearing Enclosed thrust ball bearing with inside band (sleeve) design and Auburn 'V' groove raceways for reduced rolling friction; self-contained unit with protective sheath.
• T-114RG Series Thrust Ball Bearing Self-contained thrust ball bearing with round groove raceways in an open style design offering high thrust load capacity; compact size for printing machines, screw jacks, and high-load limited-space applications.
• MT-114RG Mounted Thrust Bearing Mounted thrust bearing assembly allowing T-114RG bearings to be threaded onto a shaft or bolted into place; enables fast, easy mounting with adjustable assembly length and supports high thrust loads in a compact form factor.
• T-170 Series Thrust Ball Bearing Enclosed thrust ball bearing with spherical seat design featuring Auburn 'V' groove raceways with 4-point ball contact; self-contained unit for industrial drill press spindles, milling machines, cranes, and pump shafts.
• T-200RG Series Thrust Ball Bearing Self-contained thrust ball bearing with round groove raceways and enclosed design; steel or brass sleeve provides environmental protection and high load capacity for demanding applications.
• SC-100 Series Thrust Ball Bearing Totally enclosed thrust ball bearing with protective steel or brass housing featuring Auburn 'V' groove design for reduced friction; fully enclosed configuration prevents contamination and contains lubricant.
• SC-114RG Series Thrust Ball Bearing Totally enclosed thrust ball bearing with round groove raceways; steel or brass sleeve provides protection from environment, with high load capacity in a self-contained unit.
• AE Series Cylindrical Thrust Roller Bearing Cylindrical thrust roller bearing series with small cylindrical rollers arranged flat for high load carrying capacity; separated design for applications requiring roller rather than ball elements.
• 51100 Series Metric Thrust Ball Bearing Metric thrust ball bearing series for single direction axial loads; precision engineered for durability and reliability across automotive, industrial, and robotics applications with low-friction design.
• 51200 Series Metric Thrust Ball Bearing Metric thrust ball bearing series for single direction axial loads; versatile design for various industrial machinery applications, engineered for smooth operation and extended service life.
• 2900 Series Metric Thrust Ball Bearing Metric thrust ball bearing with nylon retainer and round groove raceways; open style, separable 3-piece design, DFAR-compliant, bore 10–140mm, OD 26–185mm.
• F Series Miniature Thrust Ball Bearing Miniature thrust ball bearing series with flat raceways for axial loads in single direction; bore sizes 2–18mm, race ODs 6–20mm, manufactured in SAE 52100 chrome steel.
• FM Series Miniature Thrust Ball Bearing Miniature thrust ball bearing series with grooved raceways for higher speed and load ratings than F series; bore 2–18mm, race OD 6–20mm, used in medical devices and miniature machines.
• R Series Thrust Ball Retainer One-piece thrust ball retainer with stamped steel cages and chrome steel balls; available in stock and custom configurations with materials including brass, bronze, phenolic, nylon, Torlon, PEEK, Vespel, and silver-plated options.
• Custom Bearings & Components Made-to-order custom bearing manufacturing service producing custom sizes, designs, features, and materials; interchanges for obsolete bearings, ball retainers, thrust washers, modified balls, and bearing housings with 4–6 week lead times.
• Custom Manufacturing Services Precision machining services including CNC turning, CNC milling, CNC grinding (surface, ID, OD, cylindrical, centerless, double disk), lapping, superfinishing, induction welding, automatic saw cutting, laser marking, orbital riveting, and reverse engineering for parts up to 1 cubic foot and shafts up to 40 inches.
• Aurotek TSB Thin Section Bearings Precision thin section radial bearings used in defense weapon systems, medical equipment, radar equipment, aerospace guidance systems, packaging machines, industrial assembly machines, and robotics for security, medical, nuclear, and defense applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Extended bearing life by over 200% in screw driving spindle application
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TimkenSteelminorOthersPrimary steel supplier for Auburn Bearing's manufacturing operations. Provides 52100 Chrome Steel and other bearing-grade alloys. Majority of steel used at Auburn is sourced from TimkenSteel and manufactured in the USA.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• RBC Bearings: RBC Bearings (NASDAQ: RBC) is a US-based specialty bearings manufacturer with deep aerospace and defense exposure through engineered products and precision thin section bearings. Most directly comparable to Auburn in its niche, low-volume, high-mix custom bearing strategy targeting aerospace/defense/industrial OEMs.
• Pacamor Kubar Bearings (PKB): PKB is a Troy, NY-based specialty bearings manufacturer focused on miniature and custom ball bearings including thrust bearings, with deep application engineering for aerospace, medical, and industrial niche customers. Highly comparable to Auburn in scale, product mix, and custom/low-volume production model.
• GRW Bearings: GRW (a Rhein-Nadel-Execution group company) is a German specialty manufacturer of miniature and precision ball bearings, including thrust bearings, for medical, aerospace, and instrumentation markets. Overlaps with Auburn's F and FM miniature thrust series and Aurotek TSB precision thin section lines.
• Barden Bearings: Barden (a Schaeffler brand) manufactures high-precision ball bearings, including spindle and aerospace-grade bearings, with a strong US presence and custom-engineering focus. Comparable to Auburn in precision-grade bearing offerings for specialty industrial, aerospace, and machine tool markets.

Broad incumbents

• Timken: Timken (NYSE: TKR) is a century-old US bearings and power transmission manufacturer with a far broader product line including tapered roller, ball, cylindrical, and thrust bearings. A relevant incumbent peer, and notably also Auburn's primary steel supplier via TimkenSteel.
• SKF: SKF is the world's largest bearing manufacturer with a full portfolio of rolling bearings, plain bearings, and engineered solutions across virtually every industrial segment. A broad incumbent whose catalog thrust bearings (e.g., 51100, 51200 series) directly overlap with Auburn's standard catalog offerings.
• NSK Ltd. NSK is one of the largest global bearing manufacturers producing ball bearings, roller bearings, and thrust bearings for automotive, industrial, and aerospace markets. Direct catalog overlap with Auburn's 51100/51200/2900/AE series for general industrial thrust bearing applications.
• NTN-SNR: NTN-SNR is a global bearing manufacturer offering a wide range of ball and roller bearings, including precision and aerospace-grade products. Comparable broad incumbent with overlapping catalog thrust bearing lines serving aerospace, automotive, and industrial OEMs.
• Schaeffler Group (INA/FAG): Schaeffler is a global automotive and industrial supplier operating the INA and FAG bearing brands across ball bearings, roller bearings, and plain bearings. A broad incumbent peer serving many of the same industrial machine builders that Auburn addresses.
• JTEKT Corporation: JTEKT (TYO: 6473) is a major Japanese bearing and steering systems manufacturer, producing ball and roller bearings for automotive and industrial markets under the Koyo brand. Comparable to Auburn as a broad incumbent in standard and specialty bearings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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