Ferotec Friction is a global leader in the development and distribution of quality industrial friction materials, proudly manufactured in the USA. The company provides dependable friction solutions for sectors such as automotive, industrial machinery, marine, wind energy, construction, and rail.
American Friction TechnologiesEstablished in 1996, American Friction Technologies is known as North America’s largest producer of sintered metallic brake pads for the powersports industry. The company develops customized friction materials for demanding OEM and aftermarket applications, using in-house dynamometer testing to reproduce real-world conditions.CLEVELAND, OH
Tribco IncTribco Inc. makes Kevlar-fiber friction products for industrial brakes and clutches, with a particular focus on helping mining fleets extend service life and reduce downtime. Its friction discs have lasted more than 13,000 hours on Caterpillar 777 haul trucks and more than doubled the original service interval in one Australian gold mine. Tribco says its products are used in 68 countries and are asbestos-free.WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH
GMP Friction ProductsGMP Friction Products manufactures sintered metallic friction materials and friction components, a specialty it has developed since 1929. Founded as General Metals Powder Company (GEMPCO), the company traces its history to John Fisher’s copper-powder manufacturing process and says it remains active in research and development of friction materials. Its Akron facility also offers engineering collaboration and testing services for wet and dry applications.AKRON, OH
CentroMotionCentroMotion brings together six global manufacturing brands to build engineered friction, power transmission, information, thermal and motion-control systems for demanding machines. From its base in Waukesha, the company supports OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and aftermarket networks through more than 20 locations, with customers in 70 countries. Its portfolio spans equipment used in agriculture, construction, transportation and other rugged industrial settings.MEDINA, OH