Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation

Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation (SSBC) first pioneered the stainless steel sleeved caliper for classic Corvette and Mustangs back in 1975. Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation is the industry standard for high quality brake systems and components, offering a complete line of disc brake conversions and performance brake upgrades for classic muscle cars, late model performance vehicles, street rods and customs,trucks/SUVs and sport compacts.

Starting out as a small business, SSBC broke through the challenges many small companies face, and is now thriving in its 2nd generation of family ownership. Located in Clarence, NY (near Buffalo), the past few years have seen the purchase and expansion into an adjacent building, and the construction of a new Research & Development wing. In all, over 15,000 square feet was added.

As SSBC's motto, Braking Rules, states, braking is the top priority at SSBC. While at the same time, SSBC is breaking many traditional design constraints to develop new products. In keeping with that philosophy, SSBC have and will continue to take steps to improve thier capabilities. Some recent steps include:

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Installing three automated parts carousels and a modern shipping system, allowing us to quickly fill and ship orders
Ongoing standardization of policies and procedures to meet ISO 9001 compliance, bringing higher levels of quality control to thier manufacturing facility
Utilizing state-of-the-art CAD software for rapid product development
Using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software to provide powerful design validation and stress analysis prior to manufacturing
Purchasing a 3D printer that allows us to produce sample parts to check fitment
The installation of a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), allowing us to measure product tolerances, further ensuring proper fitment and safety
Replacing three outdated CNC machining centers with four new ones in 2004; another new CNC has since been added, bringing thier total number to nine

These improvements give SSBC design, testing, quality and manufacturing capabilities that very few aftermarket companies can match. SSBC will continue to look at areas and methods to improve, enabling SSBC to consistently provide high quality, high performance braking technologies.

SSBC's signature line of Force 10® aluminum calipers was first introduced in the late 1990's. These lightweight calipers greatly reduce unsprung weight, which improves ride quality. Most are available polished and all can be powder coated a variety of colors for added visual appeal. They are available in both front and rear kits, and come in single, 2, 3 and 4-piston configurations.

SSBC's industry involvement includes membership in the following organizations:

SEMA - Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association
ARMO - Automotive Restoration Market Organization
HRIA - Hot Rod Industry Alliance
NSRA - National Street Rod Association
NCRS - National Corvette Restorers Society

In both 1999 and 2000, SSBC was honored with awards in the Best New Product category at the annual SEMA Show. SSBC followed that up by winning prestigious GM SEMA Design Awards in 2003, 2004 and 2005. SSBC looks forward to breaking through the obstacles of continued innovation and growth.