What LubriSource does

LubriSource, Inc. is a privately held, women-owned (WBENC-certified) industrial lubrication systems distributor and service provider headquartered in Middletown, Ohio, founded in 2001 and operating with 11-50 employees. The company sells and services centralized automated lubrication equipment, including pumps, injectors, chain and conveyor lubrication, dual-line and series progressive systems, single-point lubricators, filtration equipment, desiccant breathers, and fluid storage and transfer systems. Its technical footprint spans 16+ distributed brand partnerships (SKF-Lincoln, Graco, Unist, Y2K, Whitmore, Pulsarlube, perma, Donaldson, and others), proprietary LSFH (LubriSource Fluid Handling) storage and dispensing systems acquired from The IFH Group in July 2023, and patented consumables such as UCVD and Simplo Jar ultra-clean vacuum oil-sampling bottles.

LubriSource generates revenue through four interlocking streams: hardware sales of automated lubrication systems and components via direct enterprise field sales and a quote-request system; system design services for centralized lubrication architectures; recurring maintenance and service contracts (weekly, monthly, quarterly, plus downtime support and lube audits); and direct e-commerce style sales of consumables such as UCVD sampling bottles. The go-to-market is enterprise-led, targeting industrial manufacturers in verticals including paper & pulp, food & beverage, mining, steel & primary metals, robotics & automotive, and pharmaceutical & utilities. Documented customer outcomes include $680,000 in savings over four years at a plant with fewer than 1,400 lubrication points, 37% unscheduled downtime reduction at a Wisconsin River paper mill, up to 80% reduction in fluid handling costs via LSFH systems, and 20-50% production rate increases when Unist MQL systems are deployed in metalworking.

The business model is a hybrid of low-margin industrial distribution and higher-margin engineering services and recurring maintenance. Pricing is quote-based for capital equipment, while consumables are unit-priced (e.g., UCVD bottles at $60 per box of 10). The company's strategic positioning relies on its sole-in-category WBENC certification to access Fortune 1000 supplier diversity programs, its 20+ year track record, and its integrated design-install-service capability. Material constraints include dependence on third-party equipment brands for the bulk of the hardware portfolio, limited public visibility into revenue or headcount trends, and the absence of any disclosed AI/ML or software-as-a-service layer beyond basic IoT monitoring on the Pulsarlube BT lubricator.

Name

LubriSource

Legal name

LubriSource, Inc.

Website

https://lubrisource.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LubriSource, Inc. is a privately held, WBENC-certified distributor and service provider of centralized automated industrial lubrication systems, serving manufacturers across paper, food & beverage, steel, mining, robotics, and utilities with equipment, system design, and recurring maintenance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lubrication Equipment

NAICS

Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423490), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations) (5172), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Heavy-Duty Lubricants (IMAEAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Packaging, Filling & Private Label / Contract Manufacturing (EUALAJAD), Bio-based Lubricants, Functional Fluids & Industrial Additives (EUAAAIAF)

Keywords

• Industrial lubrication equipment
• Automated lubrication systems
• Fluid handling solutions
• Centralized lubrication design
• Lubrication maintenance services

Headquarters

HQ city

Middletown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Lubrication Equipment and Parts Sales: Sale of automated lubrication systems, pumps, injectors, filtration equipment, desiccant breathers, fluid storage and transfer systems, and related components through trusted supplier partnerships with brands like SKF-Lincoln, Graco, Unist, Y2K, and others.
2. System Design Services: Centralized system design for automated lubrication systems, helping customers design, install, and service systems to bring increased productivity and efficiency to operations.
3. Maintenance and Service Contracts: Long-term or periodic service contracts including lube audits, equipment inspections, precision lubrication maintenance (weekly, monthly, quarterly), and downtime support.
4. UCVD Oil Sampling Products: Sale of Ultra Clean Vacuum Draw sampling bottles in boxed sets of 10, priced at $60 per box, including bottles, lids, 32-inches of nylon tubing, and labels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

LubriSource develops, manufactures, and markets lubricant handling equipment and provides centralized automated lubrication systems for industrial manufacturers. Its offering combines lubrication equipment (pumps, injectors, chain/conveyor and spray systems, series progressive, dual-line, and single-point lubricators), proprietary fluid storage and dispensing systems under the LSFH brand, system design and installation services, and ongoing routine precision lubrication maintenance including lube audits and equipment inspections. The portfolio is complemented by distribution of branded equipment from partners such as SKF-Lincoln, Graco, Unist, Whitmore, Y2K, Pulsarlube, and others.

Product overview

LubriSource is a centralized automated lubrication systems company offering a comprehensive portfolio of industrial lubrication solutions. The core offering consists of lubrication equipment (including pumps, injectors, chain lubrication, series progressive systems, and single-point lubricators), system design services, and maintenance programs. The product portfolio includes proprietary LSFH (LubriSource Fluid Handling) fluid storage and dispensing systems, Y2K filtration products (D-Series and M-Series filter carts, desiccant breathers), and distributed brands including SKF-Lincoln automated systems, Unist MQL systems, Whitmore products, Graco equipment, and Pulsarlube BT smart lubricators. The company also offers UCVD and Simplo Jar oil sampling solutions for condition monitoring. Services encompass system design, installation, and ongoing maintenance including lube audits and equipment inspections.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lubrication Equipment Automated lubrication system equipment including pumps, injectors, chain and conveyor lubrication systems, die and part spray systems, dual-line, series progressive, single-line resistance, and single point lubricators, sourced from trusted supplier brands (SKF-Lincoln, Graco, Unist, Y2K, Whitmore, etc.) and offered to industrial manufacturers.
• System Design Services Centralized system design services for automated lubrication systems, helping industrial clients achieve cost-effective, lasting reliability through properly designed and installed automatic (centralized) lubrication systems across their facilities.
• Maintenance Services Routine precision lubrication maintenance including weekly, monthly, or quarterly services, long-term or periodic service contracts, lube audits, equipment inspections, and downturn support for industrial lubrication systems.
• LSFH (LubriSource Fluid Handling) Systems Industrial fluid storage and handling systems for oils, lubricants, and industrial fluids, enabling companies to efficiently store fluids near work areas and cut handling costs by up to 80%.
• Y2K Oil Filtration Products Y2K-designed oil filtration and fluid conditioning products including D-Series and M-Series filter carts, FilterPaks, panel units, platform carts, T-3 totes, and desiccant breathers (D, Z, X, and GUARDIAN series) for removing liquid and solid particulate contamination from hydraulic and lubricating oil systems.
• SKF-Lincoln Automated Lubrication Systems Global leader in automated lubrication systems including single-line, dual-line, progressive, and multi-line systems, grease guns, pumps, and ORSCO oil chain spray systems distributed by LubriSource for industrial lubrication applications.
• Unist MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) Systems Precision spray lubrication systems for metal stamping and cutting using Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) technology, including Coolube vegetable-based lubricant for reduced fluid usage, cleaner operations, and 20-50% potential production rate increases.
• Whitmore Desiccant Breathers and Lubrication Equipment Whitmore products distributed by LubriSource, including Air Sentry desiccant breathers, breather adapters, OilSafe lubrication management systems, and IntelliPort sight glasses for contamination control and fluid handling.
• Graco Pumps and Lubrication Equipment Graco Trabon series progressive valve lube injectors, G3 electric pumps, and related pumping equipment for automated grease and oil lubrication applications distributed by LubriSource.
• UCVD (Ultra Clean Vacuum Draw) Oil Sampling Bottles Patented ultra-clean vacuum-filled 100ml oil sample bottles designed to keep oil samples free from contamination and tampering during sampling; offered in boxed sets of 10 (including bottles, lids, 32 inches of nylon tubing, and labels) at $60 per box for oil and fluid sampling collection.
• Simplo Jar Oil Sampling System Patented ultra-clean vacuum-filled sampling jar that automatically draws oil samples to 80% full and eliminates environmental cross-contamination because the bottle cap is never opened; used for professional oil sampling and proactive maintenance programs.
• Pulsarlube BT Bluetooth Automatic Lubricator Bluetooth-enabled electromechanical automatic lubricator offered in various grease pouch capacities, controllable via mobile device app for remote operational status monitoring and setting changes in smart factory applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Plants can save $680,000 over 4 years through improved lubrication programs with fewer than 1,400 lube points.
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The IFH GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2023In July 2023, LubriSource acquired the fluid storage and dispensing product line from The IFH Group to revive an established product line serving oils, lubricants, and industrial fluid industries. This acquisition expanded LubriSource's LSFH (LubriSource Fluid Handling) product portfolio.
• SKF (Lincoln and ORSCO brands)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLubriSource partners with SKF to provide industrial manufacturers with automated lubrication systems, oil spray systems, and other lube equipment including Lincoln grease guns, grease pumps, and automated lubrication systems. SKF's Lincoln brand is recognized worldwide for technical leadership in premium lubrication equipment.
• GracocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLubriSource is a distributor of Graco lubrication equipment including Trabon series progressive valves and G3 electric pumps for automatic grease and oil lubrication applications.
• UnistcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLubriSource distributes Unist spray lubrication systems and Coolube lubricants. Unist has manufactured MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) solutions for metal cutting since 1957 and precision lubrication for metal forming since 1993.
• Y2K FiltrationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorY2K Filtration designs and manufactures a complete line of oil filtration and fluid conditioning products for removing liquid and solid particulate contamination from hydraulic and lubricating oil systems, including custom-designed products.
• Whitmore (Air Sentry)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLubriSource distributes Whitmore products including Air Sentry desiccant breathers, OilSafe lubrication management systems, and IntelliPort sight glasses for contamination control and fluid handling.
• RelyAssistminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRelyAssist is partnering with LubriSource to provide professional oil sampling services using Simplo Jar technology, bringing expertise in oil filtration test results and proactive maintenance programs.
• WBENC (Women's Business Enterprise National Council)coreOthersLubriSource is certified by WBENC and participates in networking with corporations seeking women- and minority-owned business suppliers. Access to over 14,000 WBENC certified firms for potential partnerships.
• Noria Corporation (Machinery Lubrication)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLubriSource whitepaper featured in Machinery Lubrication newsletter, positioning them as industry thought leaders. Noria enables reliability through better lubrication processes with 20+ years of industry presence.
• Honda Partnership NetworkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLubriSource President Angela Morrow speaks at the 5th Annual Honda Partnership Network event to build relationships and promote awareness of diverse suppliers in the automotive supply chain.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SKF Group: SKF is a global bearing and lubrication equipment manufacturer (Lincoln, ORSCO brands). LubriSource distributes SKF-Lincoln products; SKF is both a key principal and broad incumbent competitor with full in-house design, manufacturing, and service capabilities across centralized lubrication systems.
• Graco Inc. Graco is a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment including lubrication pumps, Trabon series progressive valves, and G3 electric pumps. LubriSource is a Graco distributor; Graco competes broadly in industrial lubrication equipment with global manufacturing and direct enterprise sales coverage.
• Schaeffler / Continental (FAG/INA industrial service): Schaeffler (FAG/INA) is a global bearing and industrial service provider offering condition monitoring and lubrication services as part of broader reliability solutions. Competes in industrial maintenance services that overlap with LubriSource's lubrication program offerings.

Direct peers

• DropsA: DropsA manufactures centralized lubrication systems, single-point lubricators, and oil/air systems for industrial applications. Direct peer in the design, supply, and installation of automated lubrication equipment across manufacturing verticals.
• perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG: perma-tec is a leading manufacturer of single-point and multi-point automatic lubricators. LubriSource distributes perma products; perma also competes as a global OEM of automated lubrication solutions across industrial markets.
• Bijur Delimon International: Bijur Delimon designs and manufactures centralized automatic lubrication systems (single-line, dual-line, progressive, multi-line) for industrial machinery. Directly comparable to LubriSource's core offering of centralized automated lubrication system design and equipment supply.
• Unist, Inc. Unist manufactures Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) systems and the patented Uni-Roller for metalworking since the 1950s. LubriSource distributes Unist systems; Unist also competes directly in precision lubrication system design and supply for metal cutting and forming applications.
• Idrobase Group: Idrobase Group designs and manufactures centralized lubrication systems, metalworking fluid systems, and industrial washing equipment. Comparable as a manufacturer/distributor of automated lubrication equipment with multi-region presence.

Regional players

• ATS Industrial Lubrication: ATS Industrial is a U.S.-focused lubrication service and equipment provider offering automated lubrication system installation, oil analysis, and maintenance services. Comparable as a regional distributor/service peer with similar value-added services and customer verticals.

Others

• Donaldson Company, Inc. Donaldson manufactures filtration systems including bulk oil filters distributed by LubriSource. An adjacent/ecosystem player providing contamination-control components used in industrial lubrication programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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