Join ABMA
Primary manufacturer membership in the ABMA is open to any firm with a substantial part of its business being the manufacture, in the United States, of anti-friction bearings, spherical plain bearings or major components thereof.
ABMA recently created an associate member category opening up its membership to bearing industry suppliers.
If your firm meets one of these requirements and is interested in applying for membership in either category, please request a membership packet and application. Submitted applications are referred to the Board of Directors for approval.
Membership Benefits
- Industry Exposure for your Company
- Access and networking opportunities with senior executives in the bearing industry
- Opportunity to participate on ABMA Committees (Statistics, Bearing Technical, Education, Human Resources and Anti-Counterfeiting) and assist in shaping the future of the Industry
- Attend ABMA Meetings- learn about latest industry trends and meet top decision makers
- Industry participation on a global level through ABMA's affiliation with the World Bearing Association (WBA)
- Discounts to attend ABMA's Continuing Education Classes
- Link to your Company's Job Opportunities page on ABMA's website
- Monthly ABMA Newsletter
Member Commitment & Fees
In addition to the payment of dues, members should be prepared to devote sufficient time and travel expenses to participate in meetings. As in any association, those members who are active contribute most to the association's success and also are the ones who benefit most from membership.
Dues for primary manufacturer members are related to members' annual sales, with a one-time initiation fee. Associate members pay fixed dues amount.
Primary Membership Manufacturer Dues are based on a company's net annual sales in the USA, or for export from the USA of anti-friction bearings or major components used in the same, by the member and any affiliated firm, corporation or corporated division. Based on a company's net sales dues could range from $1,410 to $46,000.
Associate Members pay a fixed amount of $3,000 per calendar year.