Affiliated Companies
Precision Manufacturing,
Unified Expertise
CARTER Manufacturing is built on precision. From bearings that keep critical machinery running smoothly, to aerospace components built for the most demanding environments, to custom machining solutions that turn complex ideas into reality, our team delivers expertise and quality across every project. No matter the challenge, Carter provides the reliable, innovative solutions our customers depend on.
Carter Manufacturing
Founded in 1959, Carter Manufacturing has proudly made bearings in Michigan for over 50 years. We produce standard and custom bearings created for industries where reliability is non-negotiable: food and beverage, chemical processing, industrial automation, packaging, and more.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified for quality assurance
- Fast lead times with in-house production and inventory
- Bearings trusted everywhere, from factory floors to NASA’s Mars Rover mission
Carter Aerospace
Carter Aerospace extends our expertise into aviation applications. Specializing in aerospace-grade bearings with fully traceable components, Carter Aero partners with aviation and aerospace leaders to deliver solutions where failure is not an option. Our team combines advanced engineering with rigorous testing to ensure every part meets the strictest industry standards.
- Built for extreme performance environments
- Backed by decades of bearing expertise
- Supporting next-generation aerospace technology
Active Mfg
When innovation requires something truly unique, Active Mfg makes it possible. As a full-service provider of high-quality prototyping, Active also offers assembly, reverse engineering, overmolding, several finishing processes, and heat treating. From prototypes to production runs, Active Mfg provides the flexibility and precision to bring complex ideas to life.
- State-of-the-art machining and metal forming capabilities
- Expertise in custom and discontinued parts
- Responsive support for projects of any capacity
United by Precision
What makes Carter different isn’t just our history or our technology. Through our affiliate companies, Carter Aero and Active Mfg, we offer customers access to specialized expertise, innovative solutions, and a shared commitment to American manufacturing.