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About Waukesha Bearings

Waukesha Bearings is a leading designer and manufacturer of hydrodynamic fluid film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems and seals for high-performing turbomachinery and rotating equipment in oil & gas, power generation, marine and industrial markets.

Our forward-thinking team is committed to leading the markets we serve through superior technology and operational excellence. Our products are engineered to provide low power consumption, reduced operating temperatures, and increased reliability and efficiency.

Our designs address the needs of everything from large-frame turbomachinery to small, high-speed turbochargers, electric submersible pumps to subsea pumping equipment, compressors to gearboxes.

Industries Served

Large vertical bearing assembly
AMB controller manufacturing

Established 1946

With more than 70 years of proven experience, Waukesha Bearings is a world leader in technology, size and application experience for the rotating equipment industry. Founded in Wisconsin in 1946, Waukesha Bearings today maintains facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, Mexico, Russia, and China, as well as localized sales representation around the world.

Waukesha Bearings became an operating company of Dover in 1977 and is part of Dover Precision Components, an integrated provider of performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery.

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Inside Waukesha Bearings

We develop long-term customer partnerships and provide industry-leading engineered solutions worldwide, supported by a culture of continuous improvement and strategic investments in engineering, R&D, and operations.

Watch the video for a look inside our manufacturing facility in Antigo, Wisconsin.

Aftermarket bearing inspection and service

Aftermarket Solutions

Bearings Plus®, the aftermarket arm of Waukesha Bearings, provides expert repairs, replacements and upgrades for bearings and seals to extend equipment life and increase efficiency. Technical support capabilities include rotordynamic analysis and 24/7 operations.

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About Dover

Waukesha Bearings and Dover Precision Components are part of Dover Corporation’s Pumps & Process Solutions segment.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.