RBC Lubron Earns PennDOT Approval: A Milestone for Infrastructure Reliability
Press Release • August 26, 2026
Released by Allen Sepielli (Business Development Engineer)
Lubron Bearing Systems is pleased to highlight a significant company milestone: the successful approval of Lubron bearing products by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and inclusion in PennDOT Bulletin 15.
While this approval was achieved in 2025, many customers and industry partners may not be aware of its importance. As infrastructure spending continues to grow and agencies place increasing emphasis on proven, qualified products, Lubron is proud to reaffirm its status as an approved supplier for PennDOT projects throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
What Does PennDOT Approval Mean?
PennDOT Bulletin 15 serves as the department's official list of approved materials, products, and manufacturers for use on transportation projects. Inclusion on this list confirms that a product has met PennDOT's requirements for quality, performance, and compliance.
For engineers, fabricators, and contractors, Bulletin 15 approval provides confidence that specified materials have been reviewed and accepted for use on state-funded infrastructure projects. It can also simplify the specification and procurement process by identifying suppliers that meet PennDOT's standards.
"Approval by PennDOT is an important validation of the quality and reliability we've always aimed to deliver," said Allen Sepielli, Business Development Engineer. "It demonstrates our commitment to providing solutions that meet the demanding requirements of transportation infrastructure."
Supporting Critical Infrastructure
Bridge bearings play a crucial role in the long-term performance of transportation structures. They accommodate thermal expansion and contraction, structural movement, traffic loading, and environmental forces while safely transferring loads throughout the bridge system.
Although often hidden from view, bearings are essential components that help preserve structural integrity and extend service life. Selecting qualified, high-performance bearing systems can contribute to reduced maintenance requirements and improved lifecycle performance.
With PennDOT approval, Lubron is positioned to support bridge rehabilitation, bridge replacement, and new construction projects across Pennsylvania with trusted bearing solutions backed by decades of engineering experience.
Built on a Legacy of Reliability
Since 1976, Lubron has developed bearing solutions for transportation, industrial, hydroelectric, and structural applications. Throughout nearly five decades of operation, the company has remained focused on delivering products that perform in demanding environments where reliability is critical.
The addition of Lubron products to Bulletin 15 reflects the same principles that have guided the company from the beginning: engineering excellence, quality manufacturing, and long-term performance.
"Infrastructure owners are increasingly focused on durability and lifecycle value," Sepielli added. "PennDOT approval reinforces our ability to support those goals while providing engineers with confidence in the products they specify."
Looking Ahead
As transportation agencies continue investing in the maintenance and modernization of critical infrastructure, Lubron remains committed to delivering innovative bearing solutions that help structures perform safely and efficiently for decades.
By earning PennDOT approval and inclusion in Bulletin 15, Lubron further strengthens its ability to support engineers, contractors, and public agencies with proven products designed for today's infrastructure challenges and tomorrow's opportunities.