Solve Industrial Motion Group has acquired B&B Manufacturing, a domestic manufacturer of power transmission and precision mechanical components.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 20, 2025 -- Solve Industrial Motion Group ("Solve"), a leading provider of engineered bearings and power transmission solutions, has today announced its acquisition of B&B Manufacturing, ("B&B") a US manufacturer of power transmission and precision mechanical components.
B&B, in business for over 27 years, consists of five locations, and is headquartered in La Porte, Indiana. B&B is North America's largest synchronous drive pulley manufacturer, specializing in synchronous drive solutions. B&B products include timing pulleys, synchronous belts, v-belt sheaves, taper bushings, idlers, and roller chain sprocket. B&B also brings with it two recent acquisitions, Diversified Specialties and JJC Associates.
"The B&B acquisition greatly expands Solve's domestic manufacturing capabilities and allows us to be a full spectrum provider of drive train solutions," said Ernie Lauber, CEO of Solve. "Our customers will greatly benefit from B&B's domestic manufacturing, which enables faster lead times and significant made-to-order capabilities. "
"I am very excited for the opportunity this brings to B&B," said Bob Hamilton, Founder of B&B Manufacturing. "Solve has built a great platform, and I am looking forward to seeing how we can accelerate growth together."
About Solve Industrial Motion Group:
Solve Industrial Motion Group was formed in 2020 to unite the PTI, IPTCI, and LMS brands. Since its founding, Solve has acquired 6 brands, expanding their offerings in bearings and power transmission. Today, Solve is a full-service solutions provider, offering custom engineered solutions through a broad North American support network.
About B&B Manufacturing
B&B Manufacturing was founded in 1998. Headquartered in La Porte, Indiana, they manufacture a wide variety of mechanical power transmission components in their 150K sq. ft. facility. B&B provides thousands of standard and custom components to distributors and OEMs.
For press inquiries, please contact:
John McMillian
john.mcmillian@solveindustrial.com
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