History
Our unique and storied history is filled with technical achievements, dedicated associates and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Every Ultimax belt is the result of science, engineering, and years of experience. Timken Belts innovative product development, specially formulated components, time-tested methods and state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques produce premium performance products of unrivaled quality.

First raw edge v-belt is developed

First raw edge cog-belt is developed

New belt manufacturing plant opens in Springfield, Missouri

New technical center opens in Springfield, Missouri

“The Incredible MAX” snowmobile drive belt is introduced

The revolutionary Ultimax snowmobile belt is introduced
Carlisle Companies acquires the Dayco Industrial Power Transmission business
The acquisition includes the Ultimax brand, the Springfield, MO manufacturing plant where Ultimax belts are made and the Technical Center where powersports belts are designed and tested

Ultimax ATV and UTV belts are introduced

Premium performance Ultimax XS snowmobile belts are introduced

Timken acquires the Carlisle belts business

One billionth belt sold

Introduces Ultimax HQ belts

Introduces Ultimax XP extreme performance belts

Recognized as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the 11th time

Timken named one of America’s most responsible companies for the 3rd straight year