Overview

The Timken Company, founded in 1899 and headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, manufactures engineered bearings and industrial motion products. The publicly traded company (ticker: TKR) employs 10,000–50,000 people with approximately $4.6 billion in revenue. It serves automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, and industrial equipment industries across 45 countries.

At a glance

What The Timken Company makes

The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 certifications. The Timken Company lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 certifications; buyers should confirm the certified scope of the specific producing plant.

Trade and customs footprint

Timken received 7,424 shipments as of September 2026, with top component origins from India (2,992 shipments), South Korea (1,163), Germany (531), and Japan (505). US customs bill-of-lading records list 7424 inbound shipments across 5 foreign suppliers, with top origins including India · South Korea · Germany · Japan; the most recent recorded shipment is dated Sep 22, 2026.

Company details

Timken is a publicly traded corporation with estimated 19,000 employees operating in 45 countries. The Timken Company was founded in 1899, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 127 years in operation (founded 1899). Actively importing as of the most recent record (Sep 22, 2026). Publicly listed; no distress event on record.

Frequently asked questions

What does The Timken Company make?

The Timken Company, founded in 1899 and headquartered in North Canton, Ohio, manufactures engineered bearings and industrial motion products. The publicly traded company (ticker: TKR) employs 10,000–50,000 people with approximately $4.6 billion in revenue. It serves automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, and industrial equipment industries across 45 countries.

Where is The Timken Company headquartered?

The Timken Company is headquartered in North Canton, Ohio (4500 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest, North Canton, Ohio, 44720).

When was The Timken Company founded?

The Timken Company was founded in 1899.

How big is The Timken Company?

The Timken Company has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the 4.6B range.

Is The Timken Company publicly traded?

Publicly traded (NASDAQ: TKR). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.

What certifications does The Timken Company hold?

The Timken Company lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.

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