TINEX

What TINEX does

TINEX, now operating as TINEX & BELL following the 2025 merger of Tinex d.o.o. and Bell d.o.o., is an industrial components distributor headquartered in Šenčur, Slovenia. Founded in 1990, the company has operated for over three decades as a regional B2B distributor serving more than 4,000 business partners across Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia. It represents over 80 brands across 14 product groups — bearings, seals, linear systems, industrial automation, belt and chain drives, clutches, fasteners, adhesives and lubricants, lubrication systems, tools, industrial diagnostics, and diesel engines — positioning it as a broad-line MRO and OEM supplier rather than a single-category specialist.

Beyond distribution, the company operates a CNC seal manufacturing capability under license from Freudenberg (Freudenberg Xpress), enabling custom-engineered sealing solutions delivered locally. Its commercial scope spans both OEM and MRO customers in heavy industry, with DEUTZ identified as a named reference customer. TINEX & BELL holds three certifications relevant to industrial procurement qualification: ISO 9001 (since 1998), ISO 14001 (since 2006), and ISO 45001 (achieved in 2024).

The business operates a traditional industrial distribution model — generating revenue through product resale, technical support, and customized CNC manufacturing — across two physical locations in Slovenia. As part of Axel Johnson International, a Swedish industrial group comprising approximately 200 companies in 34 countries, TINEX & BELL benefits from group-level procurement, supplier relationships, and cross-border account coverage, while its local technical service and licensed manufacturing capability provide the regional differentiation that pure transactional competitors lack.

Name

TINEX

Legal name

TINEX & BELL, trgovska družba, d.o.o.

Website

https://tinex.si

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

TINEX & BELL is a Slovenia-headquartered industrial components distributor formed by the 2025 merger of Tinex d.o.o. and Bell d.o.o., serving over 4,000 business partners across Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia with 80+ brands spanning 14 product groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Components Distribution

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (332722)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080)

akta.pro primary industry

Seals, Gaskets & O-Rings (Industrial Elastomer) (IMANALAC)

Keywords

• Industrial components distribution
• Bearings and seals
• Linear motion systems
• Drive technology products
• Industrial maintenance supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Šenčur

HQ country

Slovenia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Component Sales: Wholesale and retail distribution of bearings, seals, linear systems, drive technology components, industrial automation products, and related mechanical components to industrial customers.
2. Services: Servicing, analyzing, and diagnosing services for industrial maintenance needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

TINEX & BELL distributes a comprehensive portfolio of industrial mechanical engineering components across 14 product groups, including bearings, seals, linear systems, industrial automation, belt drives, chain drives, clutches, fasteners, adhesives and lubricants, and lubrication systems. The company serves industrial customers through wholesale distribution, physical retail stores in Slovenia, and a B2B ordering portal, with regional reach across Southeast Europe. It also operates CNC-based custom seal manufacturing under a Freudenberg Xpress license and offers industrial diagnostic services.

Product overview

TINEX & BELL is an industrial components distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical engineering products. The offering is organized around 14 product groups covering bearings, seals, linear systems, industrial automation, belt drives, chain drives, clutches, fasteners, adhesives/lubricants, lubrication systems, tools, industrial diagnostics, and diesel engines. They serve as a distributor for major brands including SKF, FAG, INA, NSK, Timken, NTN SNR, Schaeffler, Festo, SMC, and others. The company operates as part of Axel Johnson International and provides both wholesale distribution and retail sales through physical locations in Slovenia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bearings Distribution of ball, roller, axial, and plain bearings from brands such as SKF, FAG, INA, and NSK. Includes single-row, double-row, and four-point contact ball bearings; cylindrical, tapered, needle, and spherical roller bearings; thrust bearings; bearing housings; accessories; rolling elements; and spherical/rotary/sliding bearings for industrial customers.
• Seals Industrial seals offering high sealing efficiency, chemical resistance, and long lifespan in demanding conditions. Includes rotary seals, hydraulic seals, pneumatic seals, static seals, metal seals, mechanical seals, protective bellows, machined seals, and flat gaskets, plus custom CNC-manufactured seals under the Freudenberg Xpress license.
• Linear Systems Linear motion systems providing high positioning accuracy, low friction, and reliable load guidance. Includes trapezoidal threaded spindles, linear guides and carriages, round guides and bearings, linear guides with rolling wheels, miniature guides, telescopic guides, ball screw spindles, and linear modules.
• Industrial Automation Industrial automation systems using Festo and SMC components for high responsiveness, reliability, and energy efficiency. Includes pneumatics, electric drives, ISO cylinders, valve terminals, and air preparation systems.
• Belt Drives Wedge, toothed, and ribbed belts ensuring reliable torque transmission at various speeds with high resistance to tensile loads. Includes matching pulleys and accessories from brands such as optibelt, Gates, and Contitech.
• Chain Drives Chain drives enabling transfer of high torque without slipping, ensuring constant gear ratio and high efficiency. Includes drive chains, conveyor chains, leaf chains, sprockets, and accessories from brands such as Donghua, Tsubaki, and WIPPERMANN.
• Clutches and Drive Shafts Clutches and drive shafts facilitating torque transfer between shafts, compensating for misalignments, and protecting drive components from overloads and vibrations. Includes cardan joints, couplings, and cardans from suppliers such as Timken (Quick Flex), KTR, RINGSPANN, and Walterscheid.
• Fasteners and Locking Devices Fasteners (DIN 2093 disc springs, Nord-Lock washers) ensuring secure threaded connections, vibration resistance, and precise axial fixation. Includes inserts, spacer washers, disc springs, conical clamps, Nord-Lock washers, and vibration dampers.
• Adhesives, Lubricants, and Industrial Sprays Adhesives, lubricants, and industrial sprays providing reliable bonding, optimal lubrication, and effective protection and cleaning of mechanical components. Includes products from Loctite (Henkel), Klüber Lubrication, and OKS.
• Lubrication Systems Advanced lubrication systems for optimal machine performance. Includes PERMA-TEC point lubrication cartridges (including NSF-certified versions for food industry), GROENEVELD-BEKA systems, and Schaeffler automatic lubrication systems with OPTIME digital remote monitoring platform.
• Industrial Diagnostics Industrial diagnostic services for assessing equipment condition and performance, including servicing, analyzing, and diagnosing services for industrial maintenance needs.
• Industrial Diesel Engines Industrial diesel engines for various industrial applications, including DEUTZ engines for industrial diesel and autonomous technology applications.
• Tools and Equipment for Maintenance Professional assembly, disassembly, and geometry adjustment tools for industrial maintenance, including mechanical and hydraulic extractors and TM Induction Heating tools.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Axel Johnson International Business GroupscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of six business groups: drive system solutions, fluid handling solutions, industrial automation, lifting solutions, power transmission solutions, and transport solutions. Group focuses on digitalization, services, sustainability, and people development.
• Klüber LubricationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial distributor of KLÜBER specialty lubricants for the Slovenian market, providing customers with access to premium specialty lubricants, professional technical support, and reliable supply.
• SMC CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial distributor of SMC pneumatics - premium cylinders, valves, and air preparation for industrial automation. Hosts SMC Demo Tour events.
• FESTOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium pneumatics and electric drives provider for industrial automation and Industry 4.0 applications.
• Freudenberg Sealing TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial license for Freudenberg Xpress production, enabling manufacturing of seals from original materials up to 495mm diameter. Materials include PU, NBR, FKM, VMQ, EPDM, and PTFE compounds.
• Schaeffler Group (including FAG, INA, LuK)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor supplier of bearings including FAG and INA brands. Also provides automatic lubrication systems with OPTIME digital platform for remote monitoring.
• TimkencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of bearings and Quick Flex elastic couplings for demanding industrial conditions.
• NTN SNRcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of bearings including ROX series products. Partnership with PERMA-TEC for automatic mono lubricators.
• ROTHE-ERDE (Thyssenkrupp)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWorld's largest manufacturer of slewing bearings, producing bearings up to 18m diameter. Key supplier for wind industry and heavy machinery.
• HIWINmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of linear systems including linear guides and rolling wheel systems.
• THKmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of linear systems including linear guides, ball screws, and miniature guides.
• DonghuamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of premium X3 chain series with 3x lifespan, 3x better wear resistance, and 3x greater manufacturing precision.
• optibeltmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of wedge, toothed, and ribbed belts including RED POWER 3 series.
• GatesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of industrial belts and drive components.
• Loctite (Henkel)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of industrial adhesives including hybrid, cyanoacrylate, and anaerobic products.
• PERMA-TECmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPioneer in point lubrication cartridges with NSF-certified versions for food industry applications.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• SKF Group: SKF is the world's largest manufacturer of bearings, seals, and lubrication systems with a broad industrial portfolio and aftermarket distribution arm. Relevant as a broad incumbent and key supplier to TINEX & BELL; its growing direct digital channels and SKF Certified Service Partner network compete for the same end-customers TINEX & BELL serves.
• Schaeffler Group: Schaeffler Group is a global manufacturer of bearings (FAG, INA) and powertrain/components, also offering digital condition monitoring (OPTIME) and industrial aftermarket services. Relevant as both a major supplier to TINEX & BELL and as a broad incumbent whose Industry 4.0/digital services strategy overlaps with TINEX & BELL's value proposition.
• Regal Rexnord: Regal Rexnord (including Rexnord, McGill, and Dodge brands) is a global manufacturer of power transmission products including bearings, couplings, and drive components. Comparable to TINEX & BELL as an incumbent supplier whose products (Rexnord) are distributed through TINEX & BELL, while its vertical aftermarket services compete for industrial MRO wallet share.
• Timken: Timken is a global manufacturer of engineered bearings, alloy steel, and power transmission products including couplings and belts. Relevant as both a key supplier to TINEX & BELL (bearings and Quick Flex couplings) and as an incumbent whose industrial aftermarket and condition-monitoring trajectory overlaps with TINEX & BELL's traditional distribution model.

Direct peers

• ERIKS: ERIKS is a Netherlands-headquartered industrial MRO distributor serving customers across Europe with seals, gaskets, bearings, fluid power, and power transmission components under brands like ERIKS, Fonseca, and CDM. Directly comparable to TINEX & BELL in terms of product breadth (bearings + seals + drive technology), customer base (industrial manufacturers and maintenance buyers), and service offerings (customised sealing solutions and technical support).
• Motion Industries: Motion Industries is a US-based industrial MRO distributor (owned by Genuine Parts Company) carrying bearings, mechanical and fluid power components, seals, and drive technology. Directly comparable to TINEX & BELL as a broad-line industrial MRO distributor with multiple physical branches, technical service offerings (fluid power shops, repair services), and OEM supplier partnerships (SKF, Schaeffler, Gates).
• Applied Industrial Technologies: Applied Industrial Technologies is a leading US distributor of bearings, seals, fluid power, motors, and industrial rubber products serving MRO and OEM customers. Directly comparable to TINEX & BELL in horizontal industrial MRO distribution model, technical service offerings (power transmission repair), and supplier portfolio across premium brands.
• MSC Industrial Direct: MSC Industrial Direct is a large US-based B2B industrial MRO distributor offering metalworking, bearings, power transmission, fluid power, seals, and cutting tools with both catalog and digital ordering. Directly comparable to TINEX & BELL in B2B procurement portal model, broad SKU portfolio, and focus on industrial maintenance customers across regional geographies.
• Cromwell Tools: Cromwell (formerly Cromwell Tools Group) is a UK-headquartered industrial MRO distributor with operations across Europe supplying cutting tools, hand tools, bearings, fluid seals, and maintenance products. Directly comparable to TINEX & BELL in Europe-focused B2B industrial distribution, premium brand portfolio, and multi-channel sales (branch, catalogue, and digital).
• Rubix: Rubix (formerly Brammer and IPH Group combined) is the largest European distributor of industrial MRO products including bearings, power transmission, fluid power, and seals, operating across 30+ countries. Directly comparable to TINEX & BELL in industrial bearings/seals distribution, multi-brand premium supplier relationships (SKF, Schaeffler, NSK), and B2B technical service offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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