The Belden Brick Company: a partnership built on quality and trust

At Stafier, we believe that long-term partnerships are built on mutual trust, shared values, and the consistent delivery of high-quality products. This philosophy is reflected in our decades-long relationship with The Belden Brick Company, a leader in the brick manufacturing industry in the United States. We had the pleasure of speaking with Bob Belden, CEO and VP of Operations at Belden Brick, to hear his thoughts on this enduring partnership.

A long-standing partnership

The Belden Brick Company has been a valued customer of Stafier for over three decades. “We’ve been working with Stafier since 1992”, Bob recalls, pointing to the initial introduction facilitated by C.A. McInerney, an American-based manufacturing representative. This initial connection paved the way for what has become a strong and reliable business relationship.

Meeting specific needs with quality solutions

Belden Brick’s primary orders from Stafier consist of drying boards that hold bricks during the drying process. These drying boards are essential to their production, and Bob is quick to acknowledge the consistent quality that we deliver. “Stafier has always provided a high-quality drying board and has been responsive to our needs”, he says, highlighting the importance of reliability in their day-to-day operations.

But it wasn’t just the standard products that impressed Belden Brick. When the company required a more durable solution, Stafier was ready to adapt. “When we wanted a longer-lasting drying board, they offered us a stainless-steel version”, Bob explains. This solution not only met their needs but also exceeded expectations, leading Belden Brick to fully switch to the stainless-steel drying boards.

Trust, innovation, and competitive pricing

Bob credits Stafier’s ability to innovate as one of the key reasons for our continued partnership. “Stafier has been reliable and competitively priced”, he says. In an industry where cost-efficiency and durability are crucial, Stafier’s products provide excellent value. This combination of quality and competitive pricing is just one aspect of why the partnership has flourished over the years.

Beyond the products themselves, Bob appreciates the responsiveness of our management. “Your ownership and management are always available to answer our questions and address our issues”, he says, underscoring the importance of open and transparent communication in our working relationship.

A commitment to excellence

A key factor that solidified the partnership between Stafier and Belden Brick was Bob’s visit to Stafier’s production facility. “We were given a tour and witnessed Stafier’s capabilities and investments in cutting-edge technology”, he recalls. Seeing the advanced manufacturing processes firsthand gave Bob confidence in our ability to continue delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of their business.

Looking to the future

As The Belden Brick Company continues to evolve, Stafier remains a trusted partner, ready to provide quality products and solutions. Bob’s experience over the past three decades highlights the core values that define Stafier: quality, reliability, and a commitment to meeting customer needs.

“We’ve worked with Stafier for so long because they consistently provide quality products”, Bob says, reflecting on the enduring partnership. At Stafier, we’re proud to support companies like The Belden Brick Company, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration.