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Smalley
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Lake Zurich, IL 6,092 followers
Spirolox® Retaining Ring & Wave Spring resources from The Engineer's Choice® to optimize your application designs.
About us
As the inventor of the edgewound wave spring and with over 100 years of manufacturing excellence, Smalley is the Engineer’s Choice® in providing wave springs, retaining rings, and constant section rings for all of your application needs. Smalley stocks over 11,000 standard parts across 30 configurations and 400 sizes, ready for delivery. If a standard part doesn’t meet your requirements, you’ll work with our innovative team of over 30 industry-specialized engineers to quickly create an economical custom part in the material of your choice, all without new tooling. Prototype or production volume, our No-Tooling-Charges™ manufacturing process meets the design flexibility your application, budget, and timeline requires. While all of our manufacturing is made in our U.S-based 300,000 square foot facility, our global network of offices, engineers, and distribution partners allows you to receive parts and support quickly from anywhere in the world. In accordance with the requirements of ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, AS9100:2016, and ISO 14001:2015, Smalley is able to offer customers worldwide unparalleled quality. Smalley’s dedication to manufacturing excellence has earned us multiple service and quality awards, and the trust of OEMs worldwide. Standard or custom, we are dedicated to delivering the right part in the right material for all of your applications. Why work for Smalley? Smalley offers a competitive compensation and benefits package: including 401(K) savings plan with company match, profit sharing, bonus, health, dental, vision, company paid life, STD and LTD, supplemental life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and 10 company paid holidays. Smalley is a team-oriented work place with opportunity for career advancement. Find us on Social Media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/smalleysteelring YouTube: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.pwww.youtube.com/@SmalleySteelRing
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http://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.pwww.smalley.com
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- Industry
- Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Lake Zurich, IL
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1918
- Specialties
- Custom Rings, Custom Springs, Free Samples, Wave Springs, Retaining Rings, Constant Section Rings, Snap Rings, No Tooling Charges, Edgewinding, Fasteners, Compression Springs, Engineering Application Support, Nested Spirawave, Self-Locking Rings, Hoopster Ring, Single-Turn Wave Spring, Wavo Wave Spring, Linear Wave Spring, Laminar Seal, WaveRing, Interlaced Wave Spring, ISO 9001 Certification, fasteners, and engineering
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555 Oakwood Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047, US
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32-34 Rue des Osiers
Coignières, 78310, FR
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Intersection of East Third Road and Anhe Road
Jingjinji Business Center Building, Room 302
Tianjin, 300308, CN
Employees at Smalley
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Joe Lukas
Senior Vice President, General Counsel at Smalley
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George C. Nisbet
President| Executive Leader | Manufacturing and Operational Excellence
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Tim Burnier
Director Of Manufacturing at Smalley
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Andrew Daniels
Customer-focused Engineering Leader with a passion for team success & profitable growth.
Updates
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🎉 Congratulations, Ramon! Reaching 30 years at Smalley is an incredible milestone and a true testament to your dedication, leadership, and passion for engineering. Over the years, you have played a pivotal role in shaping the growth and development of countless team members through your guidance and technical expertise. As Engineering Training Team Lead, your commitment to sharing knowledge and supporting others has left a lasting impact, not just on individuals but on the strength and success of the entire organization. Your years of service reflect not only professional excellence but also a deep sense of responsibility and pride in what you do. Thank you for everything you have contributed over the past three decades. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!
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Looking for a Smalley alternative to a stamped retaining ring? Our Spirolox® retaining rings are designed to fit into the same grooves as many commonly used stamped tapered section rings—often referred to as circlips or snap rings. Unlike stamped rings, Spirolox rings feature a full 360° retaining surface without the bulky installation lugs, making them ideal for applications with tight space constraints or delicate mating components. To make your search easier, we’ve created a cross-reference guide to help you find the Smalley equivalent to other manufacturers’ parts. 👉 View our interchange listing to find your match: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/g7EtaSnR
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Smalley is hiring! Check out our Director of Quality Engineering position and contact me or Tim Burnier to learn more!
🛠️ NOW HIRING: Director of Quality Engineering | Local Candidates ONLY (Must be based in IL or WI) 📍 Position based at our Lake Zurich, IL headquarters Smalley, a global leader in precision metal formed products, is seeking a local Director of Quality Engineering to lead our world-class quality systems. If you're passionate about manufacturing excellence, have a strong background in engineering, and are ready to lead quality initiatives across multiple industries including aerospace, medical, and automotive — we want to hear from you. ⚠️ Please Note: To be considered, you must be located in Illinois or Wisconsin and have: ✔️ A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related engineering technical field ✔️ Experience with multiple quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485, or ISO 14001 Why Smalley? 💡 Over 100 years of manufacturing innovation 🤝 Trusted by over 70% of the Fortune 500 🎉 Team culture that thrives on collaboration, spirit events, and work-life balance 📈 Career growth, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities 💰 Competitive salary ($150K–$180K) + bonus eligibility + full benefits package In This Role, You Will: Lead and elevate our Quality Engineering team Drive continuous improvement using data and root cause analysis Strengthen customer, supplier, and regulatory quality relationships Own quality audits and implement best-in-class practices If you're an experienced quality leader with a strong engineering foundation and ready to make a big impact — apply now and build something extraordinary with us.
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Not Sure What You Need? Start with a Sample! Choosing the right part matters, and we're here to make that easier. Smalley offers free product samples so you can evaluate fit, function, and performance before placing an order. From Spirolox® Retaining Rings and Circlips to Wave Springs and more, explore our full range of components with confidence. See the Smalley difference for yourself and request your sample today: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gNBbKTmZ
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Smalley is LIVE at the 55th International Paris Air Show! 🌍✈️ We’re showcasing our wave springs and retaining rings that power innovation across the aviation industry. From commercial aircraft to cutting-edge space tech, Smalley is a trusted name behind many mission-critical applications. 📍 Visit us at Booth D3, Hall D to learn how our products are helping the aviation world reach new heights! #ParisAirShow #AerospaceEngineering #AerospaceInnovation
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🚨 We’re LIVE at Design-2-Part Shows Charlotte! 🚨 Stop by Booth #117 to see how our retaining rings and wave springs can help take your applications to new heights with proven engineering and precision performance. Chat with our team, explore real part samples, and find out how we can support your next big breakthrough. 📍 Charlotte Convention Center 📅 June 11–12 🎟️ Free to attend! It’s our final D2P stop this spring—don’t miss it!
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⚡ Live from Stuttgart, Germany: Our Smalley Europe team is exhibiting at The Battery Show Europe—running now through June 5! As the largest event in Europe for advanced battery and EV technology, it’s the place to be for electric mobility innovation. Visit us at Booth #6-C84 to see how our solutions power the future. Smalley is the world leader in the manufacturing and development of Spiral Retaining Rings, Constant Section Rings, and Edgewound Wave Springs. #BatteryShowEurope #EMobilityEngineering #EVEngineering #BatteryTech
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🌟 Final Stop: Charlotte, NC! 🌟 We’re wrapping up our spring Design-2-Part show schedule in Charlotte on June 11–12, and we’re excited to connect with you one last time this season! 📍 Booth #117 💬 Meet our engineers in person 🔧 Discover how our parts can help you unlock the full potential of your design applications If you're in the area, don’t miss this free show—a great opportunity to explore solutions, ask questions, and see what’s possible when innovation meets precision. We’ll see you in Charlotte! #D2P #Design2Part
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