RBC Bearings recognized for providing superior quality, on-time
delivery, and outstanding service to Embraer to meet critical industry
demands
OXFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 28, 2014--
RBC Bearings Incorporated (Nasdaq: ROLL), a leading international
manufacturer of highly-engineered precision, plain, roller and ball
bearings for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries, today
announced that the Company has received the 2014 Supplier of the Year
Award from Embraer for the second year in a row. RBC Bearings received
this prestigious award out of a select group of over 250 Hardware
suppliers to Embraer.
“We are very excited to receive this honor from Embraer for the second
consecutive year,” said Dr. Michael J. Hartnett, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer of RBC Bearings. “This recognition reflects our
uncompromising commitment to our customers, providing specialized
solutions and operational flexibility to better assist them in meeting
their goals. We thank Embraer for this award and look forward to our
continued partnership.”
Over the last 12 months, RBC Bearings has enabled Embraer to maintain
its high level of customer support by providing products on a timely
basis in support of Embraer’s expedited needs while also delivering new
products to support Embraer’s competitiveness and technological
advancements.
About Embraer
Embraer S.A. (NYSE: ERJ; BM&FBOVESPA: EMBR3) is the world’s largest
manufacturer of commercial jets up to 120 seats, and one of Brazil’s
leading exporters. Embraer’s headquarters are located in Sao Jose dos
Campos, Sao Paulo, and it has offices, industrial operations and
customer service facilities in Brazil, China, France, Portugal,
Singapore, and the U.S. Founded in 1969, the Company designs, develops,
manufactures and sells aircraft and systems for the commercial aviation,
executive aviation, and defense and security segments. It also provides
after sales support and services to customers worldwide. For more
information, please visit www.embraer.com.br.
About RBC Bearings
RBC Bearings Incorporated is an international manufacturer and marketer
of highly engineered precision bearings and components. Founded in 1919,
the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical or
regulated bearing products requiring sophisticated design, testing, and
manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and
defense markets. Headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut, RBC Bearings
currently employs approximately 2,525 people and operates 25
manufacturing facilities in four countries.
Source: RBC Bearings Incorporated
Contacts
RBC Bearings
Daniel
A. Bergeron, 203-267-5028
dbergeron@rbcbearings.com
or
Alpha
IR Group
Michael Cummings, 617-982-0475
investors@rbcbearings.com