# Ankaforce — Commercial-Grade Fitness Equipment Manufacturer > Ankaforce manufactures professional fitness equipment in Tekirdağ, Turkey since 2002. Dumbbells, barbells, bumper plates, Olympic weight plates, and Olympic bars. OEM and white-label manufacturing available for fitness brands worldwide. ## Company Overview Ankaforce is a leading fitness equipment manufacturer based in Tekirdağ, Turkey's Velimeşe Industrial Zone. Founded in 2002, we have grown from a local weight production workshop into a global manufacturer exporting to over 50 countries. Our facility produces more than 5,000 tons of fitness equipment annually, serving over 100 OEM partners worldwide. ## Products ### Dumbbells Commercial-grade dumbbells built for heavy daily use in gyms and fitness centers. - **Weight Range**: 2.5 kg – 50 kg - **Coatings**: Rubber-coated, chrome, urethane - **Handle**: Knurled chrome for secure grip - **Custom Logo**: Available on all models - **Applications**: Commercial gyms, home gyms, CrossFit boxes, hotels ### Barbells Precision-engineered Olympic barbells for training and competition. - **Men's Bar**: 20 kg / 2200 mm - **Women's Bar**: 15 kg / 2010 mm - **Bearing Types**: Needle bearings, bushing - **Tensile Strength**: Up to 190K PSI - **Finish Options**: Chrome, cerakote, black oxide - **Knurling**: Competition-grade, moderate, and passive options ### Bumper Plates High-density virgin rubber bumper plates designed for Olympic lifting and CrossFit. - **Weight Range**: 5 kg – 25 kg - **Diameter**: 450 mm (standard Olympic) - **Material**: Virgin rubber - **Color Coding**: IWF standard colors available - **Bounce**: Minimal, controlled bounce for safe drops ### Olympic Weight Plates Precision-cast iron Olympic plates with rubber coating options. - **Weight Range**: 1.25 kg – 25 kg - **Core Material**: Cast iron - **Coating Options**: Rubber-coated, painted - **Hole Diameter**: 50 mm (Olympic standard) - **Designs**: Tri-grip, classic, competition ### Olympic Bars Competition and training bars for powerlifting, weightlifting, and general training. - **Types**: Power bars, weightlifting bars, squat bars, deadlift bars, specialty bars - **Finish**: Chrome, cerakote, black oxide - **Load Capacity**: Up to 680 kg - **Custom Branding**: Laser engraving available ## Manufacturing ### Facility - Located in Velimeşe Industrial Zone, Tekirdağ, Turkey - Modern manufacturing with CNC machining - Automated coating lines (rubber, chrome, cerakote) - Precision calibration for every weight class - In-house quality control laboratory ### Process 1. **Raw Materials**: High-grade steel, cast iron, virgin and recycled rubber sourced from certified suppliers 2. **Precision Casting**: CNC machining and precision molds ensure weight accuracy within 1% 3. **Coating & Finishing**: Rubber coating, chrome plating, or cerakote applied in automated production lines 4. **Quality Control**: Every piece inspected, weighed, and tested before packaging ### Sustainability - Recycled rubber program for eco-friendly production - Energy-efficient manufacturing processes - Waste reduction initiatives across all product lines - Metal recycling program ## OEM / White-Label Manufacturing Ankaforce offers comprehensive OEM and white-label manufacturing services: - Custom logo placement (embossed, debossed, printed, laser engraved) - Custom colors and finishes - Custom packaging design and branding - Minimum order quantities available upon request - Dedicated account manager for OEM partners - Sample production before bulk orders - Quality inspection reports included ## Company History - **2002**: Founded in Tekirdağ's Velimeşe Industrial Zone - **2008**: First international exports to Europe and Middle East - **2014**: Launched dedicated OEM manufacturing program - **2018**: Facility expansion with advanced CNC and quality systems - **2022**: Sustainability initiative with recycled materials program - **Today**: 50+ countries, 100+ OEM partners, 5,000+ tons annual production ## Why Ankaforce - **20+ Years Experience**: Manufacturing fitness equipment since 2002 - **Quality Guaranteed**: Rigorous testing for weight accuracy, durability, and safety - **Global Export**: Established logistics to 50+ countries - **Competitive Pricing**: Direct from manufacturer, no middlemen - **Custom Branding**: Full OEM and white-label service - **Sustainability**: Recycled materials program - **Strategic Location**: Turkey bridges Europe and Asia for efficient shipping ## Pages - [Home](https://ankaforce.com/en/) - [Products](https://ankaforce.com/en/product/) - [About](https://ankaforce.com/en/about/) - [Contact](https://ankaforce.com/en/contact/) - [Blog](https://ankaforce.com/en/blog/) - [Privacy Policy](https://ankaforce.com/en/privacy/) - [Terms of Service](https://ankaforce.com/en/terms/) ## Contact Information - **Email**: info@ankaforce.com - **Phone**: +90 (532) 388 98 40 - **Address**: Velimeşe OSB Mah. 223 Sk. No: 9/1 İç Kapı No: Z50, Ergene / Tekirdağ, Turkey - **Business Hours**: Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00; Saturday, 09:00–14:00 (GMT+3) - **LinkedIn**: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ankaforce - **Instagram**: https://www.instagram.com/ankaforce