The best way for buyers to protect themselves and their customers from counterfeit bearings is purchasing only from a reliable source – such as direct from the manufacturer or through a certified distributor, says Martin Ryan

DS Smith, a leading international packaging company, has recently entered the US market. Addressing the rise of ecommerce, it constantly develops innovative solutions, while carefully planning future acquisitions in strategic geographical zones

With offices and warehousing in both the UK and the United States, Durbin PLC has flourished into one of the world’s premier pharmaceutical wholesalers by providing superior services to its customers

Having slightly redefined its development path in 2017, RS Clare & Co is placing targeted investment in its technical and production capabilities, as the manufacturer of lubricants continues to address the increased demand for its offerings

The leading developer of stainless steel heating, cooling, storage and processing systems, Fabdec has enjoyed increased sales over the last 12 months, spurred on by the dairy and water heating industries, and the rise in popularity of microbreweries

Clifton Packaging Group is investing heavily to update its equipment and build a second facility that will pave the way for its long-term growth

Polymer-Technik Elbe is preparing to grow internationally with new plants in China and Mexico

Almost 20 years after it was first formed, Katmex has evolved into one of the UK’s preferred suppliers of profiled and fabricated components to the construction equipment and heavy engineering sectors

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, VELOX has cemented its position as the leading pan-European distributor of chemical raw material specialities, with the company regularly winning many distribution contracts with supreme principals and customers all over the continent

SAM Mouldings has increased its market share following the acquisition of a competitor, as the MDF mouldings manufacturer continues to grow at a pace that enables it to stay on course to realise its five-year growth strategy