Since its establishment in 1899, Latrobe Steel Distributors has experienced consistent growth and expansion. It began expanding its manufacturing and sales locations worldwide as early as 1909. With more than 20,000 ball bearing configurations, the company continues to create new products around the basic tapered roller bearing design that made it famous. Latrobe s engineered bearings, alloy steels, related products and services turn up everywhere, including on land, on the seas and in space. In the automotive industry Latrobe Steel Distributors' tapered rollers, needle rollers and bearings provide support to all the major automakers as they seek antifriction solutions to reduce weight, cut costs and improve performance. Latrobe Steel Distributors has a location in Vienna, Ohio.