Southern Gear & Machine Competitors

Motion Control and Power Transmission Solutions Altra is a premier global designer and producer of a wide range of motion control and power transmission solutions. With engineered components and systems that provide the essential control of equipment speed, torque, positioning, and other functions, Altra products can be used in nearly any machine, process or application involving motion. From precision motors embedded in medical robots to heavy duty brakes used in rugged mining applications, Altra has been solving complex customer challenges around the world for decades. Our products are marketed under a variety of well recognized and established brands, including: Ameridrives, Bauer Gear Motor, Bibby Turboflex, Boston Gear, Delroyd Worm Gear, Formsprag Clutch, Guardian Couplings, Huco, Industrial Clutch, Inertia Dynamics, Jacobs Vehicle Systems, Kilian, Kollmorgen, Lamiflex Couplings, Marland Clutch, Matrix, Nuttall Gear, Portescap, Stieber, Stromag, Svendborg Brakes, Thomson, TB Wood's, Twiflex, Warner Electric, Warner Linear and Wichita Clutch. With approximately 10,000 employees and over 50 manufacturing facilities, Altra operates in four reporting segments consisting of seven operating companies. Our diverse product offering includes clutches & brakes, precision motors, automation solutions, linear systems, engineered gear drives, and various mechanical and electrical components.

Baldor Electric Company was acquired by ABB in 2011. We became ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc on March 1, 2018.

Martin Sprocket & Gear is a leading manufacturer of power transmission components, material handling products, industrial hand tools and heavy duty conveyor pulleys. Martin is a family owned, privately held company founded in 1951. The corporate office is located in Arlington, Texas, with 31 other North American facilities. Martin has strategically positioned itself around the country to serve the needs of customers as efficiently as possible. A large portion of the business comes from MTO products and altered parts. Martin alters parts faster than others can provide stock. Martin also prides itself on maintaining large inventories to make sure they always provide superior service. Martin’s 60+ years of dedication to the industrial marketplace in North America and beyond has made Martin a successful corporation.