Investment in Joint Venture (Notes)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2015

Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]

Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures Disclosure [Text Block]

On March 6, 2014, Timken Lux Holdings II S.A.R.L, a subsidiary of the Company, entered into a joint venture agreement with Holme Services Limited (joint venture partner). During 2015, the Company and its joint venture partner established TUBC Limited located in Tikhvin, Russia for the purpose of producing bearings to serve the rail market sector in Russia. During 2015, the Company and its joint venture partner amended and restated the joint venture agreement and contributed $6.9 million and $6.6 million, respectively, to TUBC Limited. The Company and its joint venture partner will have a 51% controlling interest and 49% controlling interest, respectively, in TUBC Limited. The Company expects to contribute approximately $9 million in 2016.