The Terog Journey

Our Story

Founded in 1971 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Terog began as a family-owned business with one clear goal: putting customers first. For more than 50 years, we have delivered reliable, innovative power transmission solutions through our trusted Black Ace® brand.

From sprockets and torque limiters to chain tensioners, steel pillow blocks, idler wheel rollers, and our signature Bull-Pull™ Articulating Implement Hitch, Black Ace® products help keep drive systems running efficiently and reliably in demanding applications.

Additionally, our knowledgeable staff, skilled craftsmen, and service professionals take pride in helping customers find the right solution. At Terog, customer satisfaction isn’t just part of our history—it’s the foundation of everything we do.

Thank you for choosing Terog. We’re glad you’re here.

Why Choose Black Ace® Parts

Made in USA

We proudly design and manufacture every Black Ace® product in the United States to deliver dependable quality you can trust.

Comprehensive Solutions

From sprockets and torque limiters to chain tensioners and the Bull-Pull™ Hitch, we provide a complete range of power transmission components in one place.

Industry Proven

Serving agriculture, construction, mining, automation, material handling, oil & gas, and beyond, our parts deliver reliable performance in tough environments.

Customer Commitment

Since 1971, our family-owned business has been dedicated to customer satisfaction, expert craftsmanship, and trusted service.

1971
Terog Manufacturing logo
Terog Manufacturing is Founded in Minneapolis, MN
1974
Terog Manufacturing logo
Terog Manufacturing Moves Location to Stephen, MN
1975
idler wheel roller
Terog Begins Production of Idler Wheel Rollers
1978
Black Ace Parts logo
Black Ace Trademark is Developed for Terog’s Product Line
1984
Hook chain sprocket
Black Ace Introduces the Split Sprocket
1987
Bearing protector
The Bearing Protector is Patented
1987
torque limiter clutches
Terog Begins Production of Torque Limiters
1993
Chain tensioner IdleMaster
The Snugulator and IdleMaster Chain Tensioner are Patented
2008
Bull Pull Hitch
The Bull-Pull Articulating Hitch is Developed
2014
ISO 9001 Quality Certification
Terog Obtains ISO 9001 Certification
2015
air proof logo
Terog Develops the Air-Proof Torque Limiter
2017
tuv certification
Terog Receives New ISO 9001 Certification

Power Transmission Components Built for Toughness and Precision

Designed and manufactured in the U.S., our components support agriculture, construction, mining, and other demanding industries. Let us help you choose the right roller, sprocket, or clutch for your drive system.