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This section provides an overview for friction materials as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 11 friction material manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked friction material companies as of December, 2024: 1.Clutch Engineering, 2.Hibbing International Friction, 3.H-E Parts.
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Friction materials are engineered to manage the frictional forces that occur between contacting, moving surfaces. Their key functions include minimizing friction to enhance smoothness and maximizing grip to improve stability. Commonly used friction materials encompass metals, polymers, ceramics, among others, with applications ranging from brake pads and tire treads to lubricants.
Metal-based friction materials are known for their high temperature resistance and durability, though they tend to wear faster. Polymer-based materials, while more flexible and wear-resistant, may not perform as well under high temperatures. Ceramics offer excellent heat resistance but can be brittle, posing a risk of cracking under continuous friction.
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Midwest Brake is an American manufacturer of industrial power transmissions, clutch and braking systems, and friction materials that was founded in 1950 in Warren, Michigan. The company produces hydraulic as well as pneumatic clutches and brakes, electric oil shear brakes, electric motor brakes, and friction products such as bolted brake bands or friction blocks. Its products serve a wide range of clients including those in industrial manufacturing, metal fabrication, material handling, and mining. Midwest Brake also provides product customization, repair, and field servicing for customers with machines that cannot be relocated.
Miba Industrial Bearings U.S. LLC, founded in 1968, and located in Grafton, Wisconsin, is a manufacturer of hydrodynamic/fluid film bearings and seals. Some of the products that the company offers include journal and thrust bearings and labyrinth seals. These products are used in critical rotating equipment, such as turbines, compressors, generators, motors, and industrial pumps. The company operates more than 20 production facilities and sales offices in Europe, America and Asia and works with other companies worldwide.
Clutch Engineering Co. was established in 1960 and is headquartered in Canton, Connecticut. The company is a distributor and specialty fabricator of industrial power transmission components, providing specialized engineering solutions to their specific needs. Customers typically come from industries such as mining, power generation, water treatment, shipbuilding, and transit. The company works with manufacturers such as Easton, Wichita Clutch, SEW-Eurodrive, and Lesson. Products typically used in customers’ products include couplings, electrification units, friction & wear materials, and air starters.
Asbury Carbons, Founded in 1895 and headquartered in Asbury, New Jersey, is a global supplier of carbon and graphite products. The company specializes in providing a wide range of graphite materials and solutions for industries such as metallurgy, lubrication, and energy storage. The company’s products are components in applications, including steelmaking, friction materials, and battery technology. The company maintains ISO 9001 certification, ensuring adherence to quality management systems to meet clients’ needs.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clutch Engineering |
12.8%
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| 2 | Hibbing International Friction |
10.6%
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| 3 | H-E Parts |
10.6%
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| 4 | Midwest Brake |
10.6%
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| 5 | Phoenix Friction Products, Inc. |
8.5%
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| 6 | Cardolite Corporation |
8.5%
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| 7 | Scan Pac Manufacturing, Inc. |
8.5%
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| 8 | Asbury Carbons |
8.5%
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| 9 | Miba Industrial Bearings U.S. LLC |
8.5%
|
| 10 | ALL FRICTIONS CO., LLC |
6.4%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the friction material page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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2 | 100.0% |
