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Last year Regal Rexnord, a global leader in energy-efficient power conversion, took another giant stride towards a more diversified and robust future through the strategic acquisition of Altra Industrial Motion. The union of these industry giants has expanded and strengthened the Regal Rexnord Industrial Powertrain Solutions portfolio, marking a significant leap forward in the provision of innovative solutions for a wide range of applications.

Altra Industrial Motion was renowned as one of the foremost clutch and brake suppliers. With a global footprint and over 9,000 associates in 17 countries, Altra’s legacy of engineering excellence and precision align seamlessly with Regal Rexnord’s commitment to creating a better tomorrow through energy-efficient power conversion.

The amalgamation of Altra into Regal Rexnord further develops Regal Rexnord’s unparalleled expertise in industrial mechanical power transmission, creating a powerhouse in the sector. While Regal Rexnord has long stood as an industry leader in power transmission, Altra's expertise in clutches and brakes complements this position perfectly. The result is a synergistic force that ensures an expanded array of products and solutions for customers and end-users.

While it was always possible to source various components of a powertrain from multiple vendors, Regal Rexnord has now become a true end-to-end provider of Industrial Powertrain Solutions. This is not just in terms of product or component but also in terms of application engineering, solution design, and as a complete package provider.

The stable of Powertrain brands and products led by such industry household names as Falk, Svendborg, Rexnord, Stieber, Centa, Twiflex and myriad of others means that local Regal Rexnord Application Engineers have an unparalleled pool of not only product to select from but also direct access to factory technicians who are specialist in their particular products.

Regal Rexnord can now bring together specialist engineering teams in industrial gearboxes, clutches, brakes, couplings, backstops, locking devices, torque limiters and even bearings and chains to seamlessly integrate component parts into a genuine End-to End Powertrain Solution for almost any industrial mechanical powertrain application. And it can be done locally to the customer reducing time and alleviating long distance communication issues.

With the presence of over 60 brands worldwide and a dedicated team of 36,000 associates, Regal Rexnord has enhanced its position as a global force in creating a better tomorrow, offering a more comprehensive suite of solutions that leverage sustainable technology, digital connectivity, and full-service offerings.

Additionally, this global network offers local support for OEM equipment that may require specialised componentry otherwise only available via long OEM supply chains. Many of the Regal Rexnord brands and products are integrated into production and bespoke equipment from all parts of the globe. Local access to these items can be the difference between continued efficient service and long downtimes.

The same global network makes it possible to produce powertrain componentry in the most efficient and economic manner. This advantage is without question and game changer for the customer. It means that Regal Rexnord can now consolidate manufacturing processes gaining economies of scale not previously attainable. These economies can then be realised both at the point of OEM and also downstream maintenance and repair.

For Regal Rexnord, Industry 4.0 is a crucial element for future product development efforts. The digital strategy acceleration is expected to enhance Regal Rexnord's capabilities, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of technological advancements and industry trends.

As we continue move through the third decade of the 21^st century, Regal Rexnord is on a quest to deliver initiatives that produce smarter, more connective Industrial Powertrain Solutions. Solutions that allow for faster and more predictive maintenance programs and that deliver better efficiencies across the End-to-End Powertrain Solution.

As both Regal Rexnord and Altra customers, you can rest assured that this merger is designed to fortify, improve, and elevate your trusted products, ushering in a new era of possibilities in Industrial Powertrain Solutions.