Discontinued parts become impossible to source through normal channels when a machine’s original manufacturer goes out of business.  For one Aurora, Illinois packaging manufacturer running legacy production equipment, that reality was closing in fast. Their last remaining set of spare gears was nearly depleted, and there was no OEM left to call. Apex Industrial Automation …

Apex Industrial Automation will host the Technology and Manufacturing Association (TMA) Illinois Coffee & Tour on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at our headquarters in  Romeoville, IL. All TMA members are welcome, and coffee and breakfast will be provided. Click Here to Register See a Chicagoland Industrial Repair Operation Up Close …

DS Containers, an aerosol food packaging manufacturer in Batavia, Illinois, relied on hundreds of gearmotors to drive conveyors throughout its facility. With nearly 500 motors, maintenance teams often had trouble identifying the correct replacement when a motor failed. “We used to have multiple rush motor orders per month. We now have virtually none.” Purchasing ManagerDS …

Apex Industrial Automation today announced the acquisition of Quality Reducer Service (QRS), a gearbox repair specialist serving manufacturers, mills, power plants, refineries, and processing facilities across the Midwest. Apex acquired QRS from Circle Gear and Machine Company. The acquisition deepens Apex’s industrial repair capabilities and extends its single-source model into one of the most specialized …

Your Local Industrial Supply Partner, Awarded for Reliable Parts Distribution Great news—Apex Industrial Automation won the Nord Gold Distributor Award for 2024! This award recognizes our dedication to being your go-to partner for industrial supply. We get you the gears, motors, bearings, and other industrial parts you need—fast and hassle-free. Our partnership with NORD DRIVESYSTEMS …

If you’ve worked in manufacturing or maintenance for any amount of time, you’ve probably heard it: “You can only pick two out of three—price, service, or quality.” At Apex Industrial Automation, we believe you deserve all three. Whether you’re a mechanic hustling to keep the line moving or an engineer juggling retrofits and repairs, we’re …

At Apex Industrial Automation, we do more than just fix motors. We’re a team that offers three big services under one roof: Distribution Services: We provide top-quality parts from trusted brands. Repair Services: We repair, rebuild, and maintain your equipment to keep your operation running. Design Engineering Services: We design and build custom solutions that …

At Apex Industrial Automation, we pride ourselves on going above and beyond—whether solving challenges for our clients or sparking curiosity in the next generation of innovators. Recently, our engineer Noah Lohman helped turn a classroom “show and tell” into a K-3 science fair, bringing the excitement of industrial automation to life. A Twist to Show …

At Apex Industrial Automation, we create custom automation solutions to help businesses succeed. Recently, we partnered with a conveyor design company to deliver a turnkey 16-drive control panel system. This project helped the conveyor company meet the automation needs of their global food and beverage customer while ensuring the system worked perfectly. The Challenge Our …

When a large food manufacturing company purchased a specialized watermelon peeling machine at a discount, they quickly realized it was completely non-functional. They contacted the machine’s original manufacturer for help with a task that demanded a unique solution. Instead of taking on the repair themselves, the OEM referred them to Apex Industrial Automation, recognizing our …