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This section provides an overview for joint boots as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 joint boot manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked joint boot companies as of December, 2024: 1.Vincent River Pty. Ltd., 2.Specialty Products Company, 3.The Edge Products..
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A joint boot is a protective rubber device used in automotive joints like constant velocity joints and ball joints. They seal in lubricating grease and prevent foreign substances like dust and water from entering. There are two main types of joint boots: one for parts involving centrifugal force, expansion, and contraction, and another for tilting movements.
Joint boots are essential in various automotive parts, ensuring the smooth operation and longevity of components. They are used in:
Their application in the steering and suspension systems, as well as in drive parts, highlights their importance in vehicle safety and performance.
Joint boots operate under challenging conditions, enduring constant bending, turning, and exposure to harsh elements. Made of rubber, they are prone to breakage and deterioration over time. This is especially critical for drive shaft boots, which rotate at high speeds. A broken or cracked boot can lead to grease leakage, causing noise, vibration, and potential safety hazards.
Split-type boots, designed for easier replacement, have the convenience of a single cut sealed with adhesive. However, they may be less durable than non-split types and require careful maintenance to prevent grease leakage.
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Empi Inc., established in 1954, is a manufacturer of vehicle parts for VW, Porche, and other vehicle types in Orangethrorpe Ave, Anaheim, CA. The company produces cooling, fuel, performance, steering, and exhaust systems. It also makes brakes, wheels, drivelines, suspensions, and electoral components such as speedometers, horns, pulleys, signal flasher relays, and fuel level gauges used in garages, yards, and remanufacturing factories. It offers state-of-the-art packaging and shipping equipment to professional mechanics worldwide.
Specialty Products Company, established in 1971 and headquartered in Longmont, United States, is a manufacturer specializing in wheel alignment and suspension solutions for every model and year of vehicle on the road. The company's product range includes the FasTrax camber/caster gauge, tie rod adjusting wrench set, wheel service tools, struts, and ball joint tools. These tools are designed to assist installers in correctly installing vehicle parts. It also offers builder series/off-road components, featuring products like xAxis-sealed flex joints with a highly polished electroless nickel finish for durability and tubular chassis components made of 4140 N chromoly steel for superior strength.
Dorman Products, established in 1918 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer and distributor of automotive aftermarket spare parts. The company's product portfolio includes intake and exhaust manifolds, automotive cooling products, harmonic balancers, fluid lines, fluid reservoirs, connectors, and many more. Dorman Products' products are sold under the Dorman brand and its sub-brands: OE Solutions, Help!, Conduct-Tite, and HD Solutions, through aftermarket retailers, regional and local warehouse distributors, specialty markets, and salvage yards. The company's replacement and upgrade parts are used in the motor vehicle aftermarket industry, serving vehicles that include passenger cars and light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks.
Kremenchukgumotechnika P.P., established in 1987 and headquartered in Poltava, Ukraine, is a manufacturer specializing in rotary shaft seals with garter springs, commonly known as oil seals for rotating shafts. The company's primary product group comprises rubber-metal-bonded seals used in hydraulic rams, valves, brake devices, clean rooms, and test equipment. It also sells several kinds of rubber goods, such as shock-absorber seals, quiet blocks, protective rubber boots, cardan shaft seals, and brake system parts.
Polyboots Ltd., established in 1998 and headquartered in Bulgaria, Europe, is a manufacturer specializing in steering and suspension services, wheel alignment, and various other maintenance solutions. The company's product offerings include ball-joint boots and tie-rod end boots, which are available in various sizes. It also provides polyurethane dust boots known for their stretchiness and resistance to UV and ozone. The company aims to create a plentiful assortment of items with OEM+ quality and long life.
GKN Automotive Limited is based in Redditch, England, UK, and is a manufacturer of automotive systems originally established in 1759 before becoming a subsidiary of Melrose Industries. The company’s product lineup includes ePowertrain systems for electric drive vehicles, and driveline systems for delivering power from a vehicle’s engine block to its wheels. It also offers drivetrain components such as sideshafts and propshaft systems. The company mainly serves clients in the automotive and motorsport industries.
The Edge Products, established in 1989 and based in Perth, Australia, is a manufacturer specializing in off-road recreational vehicles and parts for a range of off-road buggy, dune buggies, race buggies, off-road go-karts, and sandrail-type vehicles. The company manufactures customized vehicles ranging from small off-road go-karts to high-performance off-road race buggies. The company's product lineup includes a range of off-road vehicles, such as the X2, the Barracuda R, the Barracuda MK II, the Piranha III, and the Sidewinder Plus.
Vincent River Pty. Ltd., established in 1987 and headquartered in Victoria, Australia, is a manufacturer of specialist products within the automotive aftermarket industry. The company has developed relationships with various brands, including DNA Paints, PTW Tools, STRETCH, Walcom, and TRIDENT. Its product range includes STRETCH Automotive rubber boots and hard parts, PTW tools, DNA Custom Paints, and TRIDENT Waterbased Airbrush Paints. The company established a global presence, supplying its products throughout Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Southeast Asia, and the EU.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is based in Sweden and was established in 1952 under the name Polymer Sealing Solutions until it officially got its name in 2007, known as a manufacturer and supplier of precision seals, bearings, and tailor-made polymer components. The company also develops and produces silicon, thermoplastic, PTFE, and elastomer technologies, including composite ones for various automotive, medical, aerospace, and general applications. The company maintains a global presence, with a worldwide network of manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, and sales offices to provide localized support, rapid product delivery, and tailored solutions to customers worldwide.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vincent River Pty. Ltd. |
25.0%
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| 2 | Specialty Products Company |
25.0%
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| 3 | The Edge Products. |
25.0%
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| 4 | Empi Inc. |
25.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the joint boot 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
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*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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3 | 37.5% |
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United Kingdom
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2 | 25.0% |
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Ukraine
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1 | 12.5% |
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Bulgaria
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1 | 12.5% |
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Australia
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1 | 12.5% |
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