Our Legacy

Commitment to Quality Since 1985

Welcome to Orbic Bearings Ltd, trading as Orbic Engineering Solutions. For nearly four decades we have proudly served as a trusted partner in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, supplying premium-quality products that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.

We specialise in sourcing and supplying a wide range of engineering products — bearings, V-belts, roller chains, pneumatics, electric motors, lubricants, and other essential industrial components. Our commitment to quality ensures customers receive only the best products available, helping them achieve operational efficiency and long-term success.

Based at our head office in Croydon, Surrey, we serve businesses across London, Surrey, Sussex and the surrounding areas — using our own dedicated delivery fleet to ensure consistent, reliable service on our terms, not a courier's.

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Key Milestones

Orbic Bearings Ltd Founded — 1985 Established in Croydon, Surrey as a specialist bearing and power transmission distributor. Our original logo, pictured here, marked the beginning of what would become over 40 years of trusted supply.

2000s

Product Range ExpansionExtended into V-belts, lubricants, tools, PPE and a full engineering consumables range.

ISO 9001 Certification — 2008 Achieved our first ISO 9001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to quality management and consistent service delivery across all operations.

2010s

Services GrowthLaunched vending, stores management, calibration and contract services for site customers.

Rebrand to Orbic Engineering Solutions — 2015 Orbic Bearings Ltd adopted the Orbic Engineering Solutions trading name and new brand identity, reflecting our expanded product range and broader service offering.

Now

40 Years & GrowingOver 40 years in business, IADA member, serving customers across London and the South East.

What We Stand For

Our Mission & Values

To empower industries by providing premium engineering products and services that enhance productivity, efficiency, and reliability.

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Premium Quality

We focus on high-quality engineering components from world-leading manufacturers that deliver superior performance and longevity — no grey market, no compromise.

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Customer First

Your success is our priority. We work closely with customers to ensure they get the right solution — not just the easiest sale. Long-term relationships drive everything we do.

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Genuine Expertise

Decades of product knowledge mean we can cross-reference, identify, and advise with confidence. When you call Orbic, you speak to someone who knows engineering.

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Local Delivery

Our own fleet of dedicated delivery vans means we control our own service standards. No third-party couriers — timely, consistent delivery direct from us to you.

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Beyond Supply

From vending and stores management to calibration and shaft repair — we offer the services that keep your operations running, not just the parts.

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Always Available

Emergencies don't keep office hours. Our 24/7 emergency call-out service means you're never without support when unexpected downtime strikes.

Our Credentials

Accreditations & Memberships

These accreditations reflect our unwavering dedication to quality, safety, security and compliance — giving our customers confidence in choosing Orbic as their trusted partner.

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

This internationally recognised standard demonstrates our commitment to quality management systems, ensuring we consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements while driving continual improvement across all our processes.

Registered Safety Supplier (BSIF)

Membership of the British Safety Industry Federation as a Registered Safety Supplier underlines our commitment to supplying products that enhance workplace safety and adhere to the highest standards in PPE and safety equipment.

SafeContractor Approved

As a SafeContractor-approved company, we demonstrate our dedication to maintaining high standards of health and safety compliance in every aspect of our operations — from our trade counter to on-site contract services.

Achilles Accreditation

Our Achilles accreditation demonstrates that Orbic meets the supply chain risk management standards required by major industrial buyers — providing our customers with confidence in our operational, safety and compliance credentials.

Our Buying Group

Proud Member of IADA

Orbic Engineering Solutions is a member of IADA Ltd — the UK's only "service first" provider of industrial supplies and services, and a member-owned co-operative of successful independent distributors.

IADA membership means our customers benefit from the buying power and distribution capabilities of a national chain, combined with the personal service and expertise that only an independent specialist can deliver.

"National Power. Local Strength."

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UK Branches

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Group Turnover

475

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National Power

Local Strength

A member-owned co-operative of successful independent distributors delivering major-brand industrial components and services throughout the UK.

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