Frequently Asked Questions

Does Altra operate in all industries?

Altra primarily operates in the general industrial marketplace. There are many key markets such as food processing, material handling, packaging machinery, elevator, energy, mining, metal and turf and garden where Altra businesses have successfully been operating for years (see Altra Key Markets for more info).

How is Altra organized?

Altra consists of 20 primary businesses, some with multiple locations worldwide. Each of these companies is responsible for its own day-to-day operations. Overall direction is supplied by the Altra corporate team, consistent with Altra's mission and its commitment to ABS (see Altra Business System for more info).

Where are Altra's corporate headquarters?

Altra's corporate headquarters are located in Braintree, MA USA. Altra's manufacturing, assembly and warehousing operations can be found in numerous locations around the globe.

What are some of Altra's key brands?

Altra is known for its strong brand portfolio which includes Boston Gear, Bauer Gear Motor, Warner Electric, TB Wood's, Formsprag Clutch, Stieber Clutch, Marland Clutch, Nuttall Gear, Delroyd Worm Gear, Wichita Clutch, Industrial Clutch, Ameridrives Couplings, Ameridrives Power Transmission, Twiflex Ltd, Matrix International, Inertia Dynamics, Bibby Transmissions, Kilian Manufacturing, Huco Dynatork, and Warner Linear. The synergy of these brands creates a customer experience consistent with the high core values and standards that drive Altra's operations.

If I have a question about a particular Altra product. Where do I go?

For questions about a particular Altra product, please contact the Altra business unit that manufactures that product. For specific business locations, addresses and telephone numbers, please go to the Contact Us page.

What is the Altra Business System?

To learn more about the driving force behind the success of Altra Industrial Motion and its various businesses, and to learn about the origins of the Altra Business System, visit the Altra Business System page.

Where are Altra's financial results posted?

You can view Altra's current financial results and historical data on the Investor Relations page.