Your Partner in Engineering High-Performance Machinery
As a Canadian machinery manufacturer, your reputation is built into every machine you sell. The quality and reliability of your product depend on the components you choose. At CB, we move beyond being a supplier to become an extension of your engineering and procurement teams. We provide the technical expertise, access to world-class brands, and supply chain solutions you need to build a better, more reliable machine.
We Help You Solve Your Toughest Design & Sourcing Challenges
- Improving Machine Performance & Reliability
The performance of your equipment in the field is paramount. We collaborate with your design team to select the optimal bearing, power transmission, and fluid power components that meet your exact lifecycle requirements, enhancing your machine’s value.
- Simplifying Your Supply Chain
Managing dozens of component suppliers adds complexity. We act as your strategic partner, consolidating your sourcing for bearings, power transmission, and related products. Our national inventory and sophisticated logistics ensure you get the right parts, on time.
- Accelerating Your Speed to Market
In a competitive market, design cycle time is critical. Our technical experts bring deep application knowledge to your team, helping you quickly identify the right components for new designs, resolving technical challenges faster and accelerating your path from concept to production.
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Our OEM Engineering & Collaboration Process
Phase | Our Process |
1. Application & Design Review | Our engagement begins with a deep dive into your machine’s functional requirements, performance targets, and cost objectives. |
2. Component Specification & Selection | We work alongside your engineers to select the ideal components that balance performance, service life, and cost. |
3. Prototyping & Validation Support | We provide rapid access to components for your prototype builds and offer technical support throughout the validation phase. |
4. Supply Chain & Inventory Solutions | We develop a customized supply chain program, including forecasting and JIT delivery to integrate with your production schedule. |
5. Lifecycle & Aftermarket Support | We partner with you to develop aftermarket kits and spare parts lists for your end-customers. |
Our Products for Machinery Manufacturing
Product Category | Key OEM Applications & Features |
Precision bearings, linear guides, ball screws, and housed units for creating accurate and repeatable motion. | |
Servo-grade gear reducers, couplings, belts, and chains for building reliable and efficient drive systems. | |
Hydraulic power units, pneumatic valve manifolds, and actuators to provide the force and control your machine requires. | |
Advanced rotary and linear seals to protect internal components and ensure long service life in the field. | |
Collaboration on custom-designed assemblies, kitting, and modified components to meet unique application needs. | |
A full range of industrial fasteners, adhesives, and production supplies to support your assembly process. |
Why CB?
- Our Expertise Guarantee: Our technical team speaks your language. We provide expert design support and application knowledge to help you build a more competitive and reliable machine.
- National Network, Local Support: With 22 branches across Canada, we offer the scale of a national partner with the agility of a local team, providing engineering support right where you build.
- Proudly Canadian: For up to 80 years, we have been a Canadian company committed to helping Canadian OEMs compete and win on a global stage.
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