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Ebco named to “Chicago’s 100 Best Places to Work in 2021”
Ebco is thrilled to announce that we have been named to the Crain’s list of “Chicago’s 100 Best Places to Work in 2021”!
This is the second straight year Ebco has made the top 100 list! Crain’s Chicago Business conducts surveys to find the best places to work based on both employee feedback and independent analysis.
Ebco prides itself on being a place where all employees enjoy coming every day and are engaged in their work. Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and we are honored that they have nominated us to this list for the second straight year.
In addition to our weekly company lunches last summer, Ebco offers 401(k) matching, flexible work schedules, company branded clothing, and so much more! As we continue to grow and expand our Ebco team, check out our Careers page and LinkedIn for up-to-date openings.
Ebco - We're Here for YOU!
Here at Ebco, our main focus is you – our customer. Take a look at our latest video – showing you all we have to offer – from committed technical support, to world class quality control and testing, to industry-leading two-week lead time and dedicated account managers.
We are always here to help you and your team and look forward to working with you. Contact us today to get started running with the bull!
3D Printing at Ebco
Not exactly sure of your design and hesitant to authorize production tooling? Worry no more! Ebco has a state-of-the-art 3D printer that can rapid prototype most designs. Using a TPU material that mimics various durometers and a water-soluble filament, we can print high-grade rubber parts and let you test the design out in record time.
Head on over to our Rapid Prototyping page or check out our YouTube channel to see a time lapse of us 3D printing a boot.
Contact us today to start talking about your prototype needs!
Ebco's Cylindrical Mount Part Number and Catalog Print Generator
Need help figuring out what Ebco part number matches your cylindrical mount requirements? At the top of our homepage, click on Cylindrical in the top right corner. From there, select the style – male/male, male/female, etc. – and enter your known requirements – like diameter, material, durometer, thread type.
An Ebco catalog print is then generated, which can be sent to us at info@ebcoinc.com for easy quoting, ordering, and receipt of Ebco’s high quality cylindrical mounts!
Want to watch a quick video on how to use this tool? Head over to our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to see how easy it is to utilize. While there, make sure you follow us to stay up to date on all things Ebco!
Ebco is now on YouTube!
Did you know that Ebco is now on YouTube? We will be posting testing videos as we perform them – so be sure to subscribe to keep up to date with our world-class testing!
For a sneak peek - here is a photo of our hose mid-test. Be sure to check out the full video on YouTube to see how the hose performs!
Hint: it well exceeds the product requirements!
#tbt to Ebco's Inspection and Testing Lab in 1996
#tbt to Ebco’s inspection and testing lab back in 1996! Steve, our inspector in the photo, was using our VMM to dimensionally inspect a part, while preparing to use the Com-Ten Load Frame to run compression and adhesion testing.
While our equipment has changed since then, we still are lucky to have Steve running our tests today!
Check out our Physical Testing page to see photos of our current, state of the art equipment.
Ebco Hose Testing
When it needs to run – run with the bull.
With our extensive capabilities for physical and material testing, Ebco assures that your requirements and application needs are met. This is done on all our products – including our hoses.
From vacuum testing in our environmental chamber, to burst pressure testing, to our state-of-the-art material testing – we assure that our hoses will work for you all the time, every time.
Our Engineering Teams are always excited and ready to help you cross the finish line – call us today!
Ebco Hoses
Hoses come in all shapes and sizes, with constructions ranging from simple to complex.
High temperature? Extreme burst / vacuum pressure? Exotic fluid compatibility?
Not a problem, we are here to help.
At Ebco, we specialize in the design, manufacture, and testing of hoses for radiators, air intakes, turbochargers, oil / fuel systems, and more. The possibilities are endless in extruded, mandrel-cured, or molded options. Available materials include EPDM, Nitrile, Silicone, ACM, AEM, ECO, CSM, and FKM. Hoses can also be fabric reinforced to stand up to even the most rugged applications.
So, the next time you require a standard SAE J20, SAE J30, or custom hose, think Ebco and run with the bull.
Minority Owned Business
Did you know that Ebco is a minority owned business? We are proud to be part of many great associations - like the Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council - which highlights our commitment to inclusion. We take pride in our cultural background and pledge to continue to celebrate and promote diversity and equality at Ebco.
Physical Testing
Ebco isolators are designed to perform in a wide range of applications with safety and reliability as a top priority. That is why every lot is inspected prior to shipment to our valued customers. With load frames capable of exerting up to 20,000 lbf., we can design and test for even the most extreme usage scenarios.
Material Testing
We know just how important material is - and assuring you get the material you are expecting each and every time.
With Ebco's extensive material lab, we guarantee that our products are made with correct and consistent material on every batch. Between our FTIR, TGA, DMA, and other pieces of equipment, you can trust that Ebco material will meet your print and application needs.
3D Printing Opportunities
Once restricted to the realm of rigid plastics, rapid prototyping technology has expanded tremendously in recent years to include the ability to produce functional elastomeric components. At Ebco, we specialize in 3D printing products using a highly extensible, highly durable polyurethane-based material. Samples can be produced in stiffnesses representative of durometers from 30 to 80 Shore A, allowing us to mimic the feel from soft pencil erasers to hard hockey pucks. Examples of past prototypes include cylinder boots, seat isolators, seals, ROPS bumpers, wiring harnesses grommets and more. Contact us today to see how rapid prototyping with Ebco can lessen the costs and lead time in moving your product from concept to the production line.
Ebco Patent
Within the material handling industry, ergonomics and ride quality are critical design considerations impacting end-user experience. This is especially applicable to floor mats used in stand-on products where operators may be on their feet for 8+ hours at a time. To meet this demand, Ebco has designed, developed and patented an ergonomic floor mat waffle pattern capable of replicating the soft feel of closed-cell sponge mats in an all-dense construction. The end result is a floor mat which maximizes operator comfort without sacrificing on durability. This innovative support geometry can be utilized in any floor mat application to better isolate users from shock and vibration while also reducing operator fatigue. Please reach out to our design team to get assistance in developing a solution for your application.
Chicago's Best Places to Work 2020
Ebco is proud to announce we have been ranked #24 on Crain's list of "Chicago's 100 Best Places to Work in 2020". We also placed 15th among small companies! You can check out the full list here.
Each year, Crain's Chicago Business conducts surveys to find the best places to work based on both employee feedback and independent analysis. With a record number of 14,522 employees participating in the survey for 2020, we are ecstatic to see Ebco ranked so highly. Ebco prides itself on being a place where all employees can look forward to coming to work each day. In addition to the outstanding workplace culture that has been built up through the years, Ebco offers benefits ranging from employer-paid medical insurance, 401(k) matching, flexible work schedules, and so much more!
If you are interested in joining the Ebco team, please continue to check our Careers page and LinkedIn for up-to-date openings.
Product Update - Seals
Ebco is excited to announce that several of our product lines are now available on our website, including our Extruded Dense Seals, Extruded Sponge Seals, and Flocked Seals. By exploring these sections, you can find our catalog profiles and materials, as well as examples of the special features that Ebco can provide. Please contact us if you need any assistance deciding which style would best fit your application!
Upcoming Career Fairs
Ebco will be recruiting on several college campuses this Spring! Check out our Upcoming Recruiting Events section on the Careers pages to see when and where they will be.
Make sure to stop by to introduce yourself and learn about our career opportunities! We look forward to meeting you soon!
GIE+EXPO
Visit the Ebco team at the GIE+Expo in Louisville, Kentucky! The event runs today through Friday at the Kentucky Exposition Center. We hope to see you at booth 8024!
University of Tennessee Career Fair
Calling all Tennessee Vols! We will be at the University of Tennessee Business Career Fair on Wednesday, September 25th. The event will be held in Thompson-Boling Arena from 3-6pm. Make sure to stop by to learn about our career opportunities!
JDRF Walk
Ebco is participating in the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes on October 6th! If you are interested in donating, please visit our team page here. Ebco will generously match all donations dollar for dollar. Let's turn Type One into Type None!
Georgia Tech IISE Career Fair
We are at the Georgia Tech IISE Career Fair today! The event runs from 9am-4pm in McCamish Pavilion. We are hiring for Manufacturing and Process Engineers, Supply Chain Engineers, and Business Administrators. If you are interested in full-time positions or internships in these fields, visit us at booth 44!