Founded in 1891 by the visionary inventor Christopher Levalley, Regal Rexnord, originally the Chain Belt Company, began with a mission to solve the complex challenges of mechanical power transmission. From its origins in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company has been driven by a spirit of innovation and a commitment to providing high-quality, reliable solutions. This foundational focus on engineering excellence has propelled Regal Rexnord from a specialized chain manufacturer into a global leader in the design and production of a vast array of industrial powertrain and motion control solutions.
The founder's vision was to create a company that would be at the forefront of industrial technology. Today, Regal Rexnord's extensive product portfolio includes a wide range of power transmission components, such as bearings, couplings, gears, and industrial chain, as well as electric motors, drives, and controls. These products are essential to a diverse array of industries, including aerospace, agriculture, automotive, food and beverage, and renewable energy, where they play a critical role in ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and safety of a wide variety of applications.
From its headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Regal Rexnord has cultivated a formidable global presence. With over 14 offices and numerous manufacturing, sales, and service facilities throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, the company serves a vast international clientele. This extensive global network, with a workforce of approximately 29,000 employees, allows Regal Rexnord to provide its innovative and high-quality solutions to customers in every corner of the world, solidifying its position as a global leader in the industrial powertrain and motion control industry.