We have created an Anti-Counterfeiting Committee within the World Bearing Association to address the problem as a team

In 2006 the American, European and Japanese bearing manufacturers' associations formed WBA, the World Bearing Association. We promote the common lawful interests of the world bearing industry, such as open economic engagement, sustainable development and the protection of legal rights of companies. The Anti-Counterfeiting Committee within the WBA is dedicated to working to stop the counterfeiting of premium brand bearings, an important issue for the WBA.

Together, we take action and arrange informational campaigns such as this, to raise awareness about counterfeiting and help buyers, end users and distributors take action to avoid fake bearings.

We cooperate with local law enforcement around the world

Companies participating in the WBA assist local law enforcement with information and identification of counterfeits, to help find and prosecute counterfeiters. They are frequently involved in assisting law enforcement in investigations of suspected counterfeit operations.

Counterfeiting is a crime in many countries, plain and simple. Suspected manufacturers and dealers of counterfeit bearings can face criminal prosecution, in addition to civil litigation. Therefore, all suspicious activities need to be communicated to both the premium brand manufacturers and the authorities. Contacting your immediate supplier with complaints and your suspicions may lead to destruction of evidence and hiding of information.

We can help you identify counterfeit products

If you suspect counterfeiting activity, please contact the premium brand manufacturer directly.

It is important to engage the premium brand manufacturer concerned. If there is indeed a case of counterfeiting, warning anyone who might be involved could put further investigation at risk.

One effective way to identify counterfeit bearings with certainty is with the help of premium brand manufacturers. If you suspect that you may have purchased or distributed counterfeits, contact the premium brand manufacturer concerned directly.

We can help you find trusted bearing distributors

WBA participating companies each have strong relationships with trusted authorized distributors.

Trusted sources should be ones that you are confident can supply genuine product.