Bear Automotive Equipment has been part of the automotive service industry since brothers Will and Henry Damman founded it in 1917, with a legacy tied closely to the development of wheel-alignment equipment. Now based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the integrated manufacturer continues that American craftsmanship by producing precision service equipment for professional automotive shops, including its robotic alignment systems.
American Forge & FoundrySince its founding in 1963, American Forge & Foundry has built its identity around durable equipment for demanding professional work. Its products serve automotive and heavy-duty repair operations, with nationwide support through hundreds of service depots; AFF has been part of the SureWerx family since 2017.ALTAMONT, NY
AMETEK Micro-PoiseFounded in Detroit in 1928 as a family-owned weighing and measurement-equipment maker, AMETEK Micro-Poise now builds test and measurement systems for tire and automotive manufacturers. The Streetsboro company has served the tire and auto industries for 100 years, pairing final-finish testing equipment with global aftermarket support that helps customers maintain, upgrade, and extend the life of existing machines. Its quality program is ISO-certified and emphasizes continual improvement and lean manufacturing.STREETSBORO, OH
Bearing Service CompanyFamily-owned and family-operated since 1933, Bearing Service Company is a Pittsburgh-based industrial manufacturer and distributor known for extending the useful life of critical bearing equipment. Its 88,000-square-foot operation supports customers nationwide, particularly those with specialty or discontinued bearing needs, and the company also provides field engineering support. Bearing Service maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification.PITTSBURGH, PA
Beaverson Machine IncFrom a Delta, Ohio home shop in the mid-1980s, Ralph Beaverson and his son James built Beaverson Machine into a family-owned manufacturer of automated wire-forming equipment. The company designs practical, low-maintenance machines for high-volume applications, with a particular history in automotive seating wire and other demanding production work. Its no-nonsense approach emphasizes dedicated tooling, easy upkeep, and installations that can be completed in minutes rather than weeks.DELTA, OH