Solve Industrial Motion Group acquires B&B Manufacturing. News provided by. 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 /PRNewswire/ - 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." 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. SOURCE Solve Industrial

Solve Industrial Motion Group acquires Power Rite Products. News provided by. Solve Industrial Motion Group has acquired Power Rite Products, a provider of mechanical power transmission products. CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Solve Industrial Motion Group ("Solve"), a leading provider of industrial solutions has today announced its acquisition of Power Rite Products ("Power Rite") a company specializing in high quality components including chain, sprockets, sheaves, bushings, bearings, and castings. "At Solve we're striving to be the trusted partner for engineered bearings and power transmission solutions" said Ernie Lauber, CEO of Solve. "Power Rite's expertise in chain and strong customer connections will enable us to expand our product offerings and better serve key customers and industries." "I am thrilled for our company to join the Solve family," said Robert Capanelli, President of Power Rite Products. "Solve has a strong history of growth and investment, and we are excited about being a part of their vision. We feel that we integrate well into Solve, and their dedication to customers mirrors ours." Solve Industrial Motion Group was formed in 2020 to unite the PTI, IPTCI, and LMS brands. Since its founding, Solve has acquired 5 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. Power Rite is one of the leading suppliers of chain and related power transmission components in North America. Founded in 1985, Power Rite has expertise in manufacturing and application of chains, and strong relationships with OEM and distribution customers. SOURCE Solve Industrial

Beacon invested $34 million in the development of the facility for Solve, which will add 60 jobs for its Charlotte regional distribution center.