Verified Nov 2026
Powertrain & Drivetrain
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Wheeling, Illinois
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Since 1971
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is a manufacturer of power transmission and motion control products, including roller chains, sprockets, cable and hose carriers, flexible couplings, and automotive timing chain drive systems. The company is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and was founded in 1971. It employs an estimated 200-500 people and is a subsidiary of Tsubakimoto Chain Co. of Japan. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In June 2026, the company's Ballantine location was publicly presented in a new look, marking more than 65 years of history at that site.
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1971
Headquarters
Wheeling, Illinois
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
5169
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
5169
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
South Korea · China · Japan · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC.
What this tells a buyer
No customs trade data is available for this company, and its most recent public development is a June 2026 announcement that its Ballantine location was presented with a new look.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications and lists transmission, steel, and assembly among its product areas.
The company is a subsidiary of Tsubakimoto Chain Co., with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million, and its parent company reports sales exceeding $1.5 billion annually.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
55 years in operation (founded 1971).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is a manufacturer of power transmission and motion control products, including roller chains, sprockets, cable and hose carriers, flexible couplings, and automotive timing chain drive systems. The company is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and was founded in 1971. It employs an estimated 200-500 people and is a subsidiary of Tsubakimoto Chain Co. of Japan. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In June 2026, the company's Ballantine location was publicly presented in a new look, marking more than 65 years of history at that site.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1971 |
Headquarters | Wheeling, Illinois |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Powertrain & Drivetrain |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications and lists transmission, steel, and assembly among its product areas.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Transmission, Stamping, Welding, Assembly, Steering, Seating, Steel (source: ustsubaki.com).
Certifications
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — ustsubaki.com
ISO 14001 — ustsubaki.com
ISO 9001 — ustsubaki.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs trade data is available for this company, and its most recent public development is a June 2026 announcement that its Ballantine location was presented with a new look. US customs bill-of-lading records list 5169 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including South Korea · China · Japan · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-08-08 — Senior Logistics and Procurement Specialist - WHL at U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC | Illinois | ProcureScape US (procurescape.com)
2026-06-02 — A new look at our Ballantine location - built on more than 65 years of history. | U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC (linkedin.com)
2026-06-02 — Japanese engineering manufacturer Tsubaki chooses Derbyshire for new UK facility | East Midlands Business Link (eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk)
2026-03-19 — U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC | LinkedIn (linkedin.com)
2025-10-17 — TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP presents new TKHP series - TSUBAKI POWER TRANSMISSION, LLC (ustsubaki.com)
2025-09-16 — Tsubaki Brand STS Roller Chains for Delivery to Bonneville Project (governmentcontracts.us)
Facilities
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois. Public sources also reference these locations:
Japan — ustsubaki.com
Company details
The company is a subsidiary of Tsubakimoto Chain Co., with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million, and its parent company reports sales exceeding $1.5 billion annually. U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC was founded in 1971, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 55 years in operation (founded 1971). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC make?
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is a manufacturer of power transmission and motion control products, including roller chains, sprockets, cable and hose carriers, flexible couplings, and automotive timing chain drive systems. The company is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and was founded in 1971. It employs an estimated 200-500 people and is a subsidiary of Tsubakimoto Chain Co. of Japan. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment sectors. In June 2026, the company's Ballantine location was publicly presented in a new look, marking more than 65 years of history at that site.
Where is U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC headquartered?
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois (301 West Marquardt Drive, Wheeling, Illinois, 60090).
When was U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC founded?
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC was founded in 1971.
How big is U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC?
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC hold?
U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 5169 inbound shipments for U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC, with top origins including South Korea · China · Japan · Netherlands.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 847-459-9500
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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