ZVL Slovakia

Name

ZVL Slovakia

Legal name

ZVL SLOVAKIA, a.s.

Website

https://zvlslovakia.sk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Bearings

NAICS

Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing (332991)

SIC

Ball & Roller Bearings (3562)

akta.pro primary industry

Wheel Hubs, Bearings & Knuckles (Hubs/Bearings/Spindles/Knuckles) (IMACAIAI)

Keywords

• Rolling bearings
• Tapered roller bearings
• Ball bearings
• Industrial bearings
• Bearing manufacturer

Headquarters

HQ city

Zilina

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Bearing Manufacturing and Sales: ZVL Slovakia manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of rolling bearings under the traditional European ZVL brand. The company operates as an export-oriented manufacturer with more than 86% of production exported worldwide.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ZVL Slovakia manufactures rolling bearings, including tapered roller bearings and ball bearings, under the ZVL brand. The company produces bearing products for industrial sectors such as automotive, agriculture, and general industrial applications, operating a manufacturing facility based in Žilina, Slovakia.

Product overview

ZVL Slovakia is a bearing manufacturer producing a comprehensive portfolio of rolling bearings under the traditional European ZVL brand. The product range includes single-row and double-row ball bearings, angular contact ball bearings, cylindrical roller bearings, tapered roller bearings, needle roller bearings, spherical plain bearings, and various thrust bearing types. The company also offers bearing housings, adapter sleeves, accessories, and special/custom bearings. Supporting the core product line, ZVL Slovakia provides an interactive online bearing catalog with 3D model downloads and an eCommerce platform for direct purchasing. Technical support services include bearing selection calculations, mounting/dismounting guidance, and lubrication documentation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ZVL: Traditional European bearing brand offering comprehensive range of rolling bearings including ball bearings, roller bearings, needle bearings, and specialized bearings for various industrial applications

Products and services

• Tapered Roller Bearings Tapered roller bearings manufactured under the ZVL brand for industrial and automotive applications.
• Ball Bearings Ball bearings manufactured under the ZVL brand for industrial machinery and equipment applications.
• Rolling Bearings (general line) General rolling bearing products produced under the ZVL brand at the Žilina, Slovakia facility.

Quantifiable outcome

• 86%+ of production exported worldwide

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• UNIKOL CZ, s.r.o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUNIKOL CZ, s.r.o. is a significant player in the bearing and linear guides market in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Founded in 1993, the company established itself as a reliable partner in bearing sales and distribution. With seven branches in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, they ensure express delivery within 24 hours. Since 2009, UNIKOL has been an authorized distributor of ZVL brand.
• ZVL ITALIA s.p.a.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubsidiary operation in Italy, providing local distribution and support for ZVL bearings in the Italian market.
• ZVL Bearings GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubsidiary operation in Austria (Klagenfurter Str. 19, 9500 Villach), providing local distribution and support for ZVL bearings in the Austrian market.
• ZVL COMERCIAL S.A.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partner for the Argentinian market, presenting ZVL products at EXPOAGRO exhibitions and serving OEM customers and replacement market in Argentina.
• AlbecocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlbeco is a significant player in the Polish market with over 30 years of history in maintenance and industrial product supply. With warehouse inventory exceeding 65,000 items and more than 10,000 regular business partners, Albeco has been an authorized distributor of ZVL products since the early 1990s.
• ADOZ, s.r.o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFounded in 1992 as a bearing trading company. One of their most important partners is ZVL SLOVAKIA since 2007. The company supplies complete range of rolling and sliding bearings from Czech and Slovak producers with branches in Prague, Brno, Ostrava, and Ústí nad Labem.
• RUBIX Czech, s.r.o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRUBIX Czech is among the leading distributors of products and services for industrial maintenance, repairs and overhauls in the Czech Republic, operating since 1990 as part of the largest European supplier Rubix. Company has headquarters in Prague and network of branches throughout the country.
• Commerc Service, s.r.o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstablished supplier of products and services for industrial maintenance in Slovakia since 1992. Located in Prešov with comprehensive portfolio, strong technical background, and first-class service.
• OPTIMALcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSignificant ZVL distributor in the Polish market since 1990, profiled as a leader in automotive bearings. With more than 30 years of experience and professional approach, they have built a strong position in both automotive and industrial segments.
• ROMBOR Sp. z o.o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the oldest ZVL distributors since 1990. Provides technical products for companies including machine components and rolling bearings of all types and sizes. Offers technical consultation on bearing selection and replacements.
• GalpodšipnikcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUkrainian company founded in 1991 in Lviv. Expanded to eight key Ukrainian cities from Kyiv to Chernivtsi, with more than 160 employees. Significant player in the Ukrainian bearing market.
• LLC EVENLINEcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of ZVL bearings in Belarus (Volodko str. 20, Minsk). Participated in the Belarusian Industrial Forum under the auspices of the Embassy of the Slovak Republic.
• OEM Wälzlager GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman company successor to ZVL-Deutschland GmbH. High-performance partner for quality bearing supplies used in various industries including automotive, railway, engineering, energy, and food industries.
• KOMET s. r. o.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKey partner in the region, distinguished by high professionalism and ability to respond promptly to demanding requirements of modern industry.
• TLC ŁożyskacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolish distributor with whom ZVL organized technical training focused on production processes, quality, and bearing usage in October 2025 in Jaroszowice.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• SKF: Swedish global leader in rolling bearings, seals, and lubrication. Directly comparable as a full-range bearing manufacturer; far larger scale and broader product/services portfolio than ZVL.
• Schaeffler Group (FAG / INA): German manufacturer of ball bearings, roller bearings, and plain bearings under FAG brand. Direct overlap with ZVL's ball/roller bearing portfolio, with much broader automotive and industrial OEM exposure.
• NSK Ltd. Japanese global bearing manufacturer with full rolling bearing portfolio. Comparable product breadth to ZVL; significantly larger scale and global automotive OEM penetration.
• NTN Corporation: Japanese bearing manufacturer with strong European presence (NTN-SNR). Competes in the same ball and roller bearing categories as ZVL, with deeper automotive and industrial OEM ties.
• Timken Company: US-based manufacturer of tapered roller bearings, engineered bearings, and power transmission products. Overlaps with ZVL on tapered roller bearings and industrial applications.
• JTEKT Corporation (Koyo): Japanese bearing and steering systems manufacturer (Koyo brand). Directly comparable rolling bearing portfolio; much larger automotive Tier 1 footprint.
• NMB (Minebea Mitsumi): Japanese manufacturer of miniature ball bearings and larger bearings via Minebea Mitsumi integration. Comparable bearing categories with focus on small-precision bearings.

Direct peers

• Nachi-Fujikoshi Corp. Japanese manufacturer of ball bearings, roller bearings, and machine tools. Mid-sized global bearing producer with similar export-driven, full-range catalog model to ZVL.
• C&U Bearing: Chinese bearing manufacturer with full rolling bearing portfolio and growing global distribution. Comparable mid-tier export-oriented manufacturer increasingly competing with European brands like ZVL.
• LYC Bearing Corporation: Chinese state-affiliated bearing manufacturer producing rolling bearings for industrial and railway applications. Comparable export-oriented, full-range bearing business with cost-competitive positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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