Gates Corporation

Founded in 1911, Gates Corporation is one of the largest manufacturers of industrial and automotive products, systems and components. Its products include power steering, belts, hose crimpers, hydraulics, pulleys, sprockets, tensioners, timing belts, water pumps, micro-V belts, caps, thermostats and tire accessories. The company serves various agriculture, bottling, automotive, construction, conveyor belts, lumber, marine, mining, fuel, snowmobile and wine markets. It operates more than 25 manufacturing and distribution centers and employs over 5,000 people in nearly 15 states across the United States. Gates Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tomkins, which has an annual sales figure of more than $5 billion. The company maintains an office in Florence Ky.