Indianapolis, Ind. — Independent Distributors Cooperative – USA (IDC-USA) announced today the addition of Troy Belting & Supply Company to its national group of bearing and power transmission distributors throughout the United States.

Founded in 1862, Troy Belting & Supply Co. is one of the oldest industrial distributors in the United States. Located along the historic Hudson River and just miles from the entrance to the Erie Canal system, Troy Belting & Supply Co. has been a part of the Industrial Revolution for over 142 years. Entering their third generation, the current owners, Karen E. Smith and her son Jason, continue to build on a strong tradition of providing outstanding service to their customers and incorporating advanced technical support to the products they represent.

Dave Barcomb, General Manager of Troy Belting & Supply Co., commented, "Joining IDC-USA enables us to be more competitive with our Power Transmission Group and helps us operate more efficiently by utilizing the logistics, purchasing, and leverage the cooperative has put together. Joining IDC-USA is the next chapter in the success story of Troy Belting & Supply Co. We look forward to working with the IDC-USA community of distributor members and preferred suppliers."

Jack L. Bailey, President and CEO of Independent Distributors Cooperative – USA, said, "As we continue to grow IDC-USA, it is important to partner with leading distributors. We are glad to welcome Troy Belting & Supply Co. as a member if IDC-USA. They bring unique value to the distribution supply chain with their extensive electro-mechanical shop and field service capabilities."

Established in 1988, Independent Distributors Cooperative – USA is a member-owned purchasing and national marketing cooperative of independent distributors of industrial bearing, power transmission and industry related products. The cooperative currently consists of over 200 distribution locations across the United States and over $650 million in annual sales. IDC-USA's Distribution Center, National Training Center, and Corporate Offices are headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.

To learn more about Troy Belting & Supply, Company you may call them at 518-272-4920 or they can be found at www.troybelting.com. For more information about IDC-USA, please call 317-244-9200 or visit their website at www.IDC-USA.com.