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We are ERIKS
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ERIKS UK & Ireland has been acquired by the Rubix Group
This is an exciting step for our business and reflects the strength of our people, our technical expertise, and the trust our customers place in us. Bringing together two multi-specialist industrial distributors means we will be able to offer an even broader range of products, services, and technical capability over time — all designed to deliver even greater value to you.
For now it remains business as usual. Please continue to work with your usual ERIKS contacts for the same high-quality service. As the integration progresses, you will start to experience even greater benefits from the combined resources and capabilities of the larger infastructure.
Please read the full announcement or speak to your usual ERIKS contact if you have any questions.
We are ERIKS...
Our technical know-how is at the heart of our specialism.
Over the last 80 years, we have built up expertise in the areas of Bearings and Lubrication, Power Transmission, Fluid Power, Transfer & Control, Flow Control, and Industrial MRO and Safety.
We supply A-brands as well as our own ERIKS products. A strong focus on digitalisation and data insights allows us to develop new services and improve processes for our customers.
Now you know a little about us, we'd like to get to know you better too.
Core Industries We Serve
Defence and Aerospace
Food and Beverage
Infrastructure
Mining and Quarrying
Pharmaceuticals
Oil and Gas
Renewable Energy
Waste Recycling
Water and Wastewater
Additional Industries & Applications
Agriculture
Automotive
Aviation
Engineering
Marine
Metalworking
Paper & Pulp
Oil & Gas
Petrochemical
Power Gen
Rail & Light Rail
Recycling
ERIKS your Specialist Partner for Industrial Service Solutions
ERIKS delivers a complete industrial service, providing high-quality engineering components, technical expertise, and bespoke solutions that help reduce costs and maximise efficiency. From an extensive product range and expert engineering services to tailored supply solutions, we offer everything you need to keep your operations running smoothly.
See why customers across industries trust ERIKS – explore one of our categories below:
Product at the heart
Product at the heart
Our extensive product range has the depth an breadth you need, we hold £22m of stock centrally with access to over 1.3m product lines.
Service, life support for product
Service, life support for product
Our extensive product range has the depth an breadth you need.
Solutions, saving you time and money every day
Solutions, saving you time and money every day
Our focus like yours, is on what we do best, which is to seamlessly connect with your operations supplying solutions that deliver.
Products
Our multi brand approach, customisation rapid delivery along with our product knowledge ensure that when you work with ERIKS, you will always get what is right for you.
But we don't just push boxes! Our experienced engineers can install and commission any part we supply - whether it's one we've designed and engineered or a standard part.
Services
Our renowned engineering know-how gives you the kind of choices other service suppliers don't - from repair, replace to upgrade.
But we don't just fix the problem! We offer predictive and preventative maintenance through various Asset Management and Condition Monitoring services. Monitoring and maintaining equipment can help to ensure longer lifecycles and decreased Total Cost of Ownership.
Solutions
Our focus like yours, is on what we do best, which is to seamlessly connect with your operations supplying solutions that deliver.
We do what's right for you! From our intuitive Webshop for product purchases through to full integration of your supply chain with our best in case MRO supply chain professions.
Optimise Your MRO Supply Chain with ERIKS OnSite
ERIKS OnSite Solutions deliver seamless, cost-effective MRO management directly at your facility. Our expert teams ensure immediate access to critical inventory, helping reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and optimise operational performance.
- Streamlined Onboarding: Our smooth transition process ensures minimal disruption while enhancing inventory control. Learn More
- Improved Site Performance: Gain better cost control, real-time data insights, and optimised stock management. Find Out More
- End-to-End MRO Solutions: Explore how ERIKS can transform your supply chain. Discover More
Partner with ERIKS to transform your MRO strategy and keep your operations running at peak performance.
ERIKS Specialist Engineering Services
Our expert engineers deliver tailored solutions to help you decide whether to repair, replace, or upgrade your assets. With nationwide coverage and specialist facilities, ERIKS ensures consistent quality, faster turnaround, and improved reliability.
- Bespoke & Reverse Engineering: Custom components and assemblies designed to meet exact performance and compliance requirements.
- Advanced Materials Expertise: Specialist knowledge in polymers, sealing solutions, composites, and metals for demanding environments.
- End-to-End Engineering Support: From concept and prototyping through to manufacture, testing, and ongoing optimisation.
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At ERIKS we strive to deliver the best quality service and products. As part of this goal we encourage customers to submit feedback on their experiences so we can resolve any issues and concerns.
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