Belt Power buys Fabrication Unlimited to expand Midwest reach

Belt Power has acquired St. Louis-based Fabrication Unlimited, adding regional fabrication and distribution capabilities to its conveyor systems business. The deal expands Belt Power’s Midwest service footprint and support for customers needing installation, technical help and faster response times.

Why it matters: - Belt Power gains a stronger Midwest presence through Fabrication Unlimited’s St. Louis customer base and regional expertise. - The acquisition adds fabrication, installation and technical support capacity for lightweight conveyor system customers. - Belt Power says the deal helps extend service levels while backed by its national network of conveyance specialists.

What happened: - Belt Power LLC acquired Fabrication Unlimited, Inc. - Fabrication Unlimited was founded in 1992 and is based in St. Louis, Missouri. - Belt Power is based in Marietta, Georgia. - The transaction was announced July 22, 2026.

The details: - Fabrication Unlimited is a customer-focused fabricator and distributor of lightweight belting. - Belt Power is a full-service distributor and fabricator of belting and components for lightweight conveyor systems. - Belt Power operates 22 facilities across the U.S. - Belt Power calls itself the industry’s largest distributor and fabricator of conveyor system components. - The company sells into food, packaging, recycling, pharmaceutical, industrial and material handling markets. - Belt Power offers 24/7 on-site installation, maintenance and repair services for mission-critical automation applications. - Kevin Kohl, owner of Fabrication Unlimited, said the company brings inventory depth, fabrication and installation capabilities that will expand what the St. Louis business can offer customers. - Don Heitmeier, Belt Power CEO, said the combined cultures and customer focus create an opportunity to expand service levels and capabilities in the St. Louis area.

Between the lines: - The acquisition appears aimed at combining Belt Power’s scale with Fabrication Unlimited’s local relationships. - The deal fits a broader strategy of selling higher-touch service alongside products, not just distribution alone. - For Midwest customers, the combination could mean more local responsiveness with access to a larger national operation.

What's next: - Belt Power is likely to integrate Fabrication Unlimited into its service network and use the St. Louis base to deepen Midwest coverage. - Customers should see the impact through expanded fabrication, installation and support options. - The companies did not disclose financial terms or integration timing.