Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Hiawatha, Iowa
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Since 1991
Crystal Group designs, manufactures, and integrates rugged computing hardware and software, including rugged servers, embedded computing systems, networking devices, displays, data storage, and power supplies. The company is headquartered in Hiawatha, Iowa, was founded in 1991, and has an estimated 200 to 500 employees with an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million. It is privately held and employee-owned, serving automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In May 2026 it launched an ICS server line built for industrial and commercial use.
Crystal Group at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1991
Headquarters
Hiawatha, Iowa
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 9001
Import activity
7
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
7
Named foreign suppliers
7
Top origins
Netherlands · Australia · Spain · Turkey
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Crystal Group.
What this tells a buyer
No customs shipment data is available in the record; the company's most recent reported development is a May 2026 launch of an ICS server line for industrial and commercial applications.
The company holds AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications and offers custom rugged system design, embedded computing integration, and rugged servers, displays, and networking devices.
The company is private and employee-owned, with an estimated 200 to 500 employees, and its profile lists defense and military programs among its industries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
35 years in operation (founded 1991).
Holds AS9100, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Crystal Group designs, manufactures, and integrates rugged computing hardware and software, including rugged servers, embedded computing systems, networking devices, displays, data storage, and power supplies. The company is headquartered in Hiawatha, Iowa, was founded in 1991, and has an estimated 200 to 500 employees with an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million. It is privately held and employee-owned, serving automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In May 2026 it launched an ICS server line built for industrial and commercial use.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1991 |
Headquarters | Hiawatha, Iowa |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 9001 |
What Crystal Group makes
The company holds AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications and offers custom rugged system design, embedded computing integration, and rugged servers, displays, and networking devices.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Aluminum, Coating, Glass (source: crystalrugged.com).
Certifications
Crystal Group is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — crystalrugged.com
ISO 9001 — crystalrugged.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs shipment data is available in the record; the company's most recent reported development is a May 2026 launch of an ICS server line for industrial and commercial applications. US customs bill-of-lading records list 7 inbound shipments across 7 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Netherlands · Australia · Spain · Turkey.
Latest developments
2026-05-14 — Solicitation N6660426Q0314: Sole Source Order to Crystal Group — Combined Synopsis/Solicitation — Rule of Two (ruleoftwo.io)
2026-05-01 — Crystal Group launches ICS server line built for industrial and commercial performance - Crystal Group (crystalrugged.com)
2026-01-29 — Crystal Group debuts new rugged edge computing solutions for AFCEA WEST 2026 - Crystal Group (crystalrugged.com)
2026-01-27 — Crystal Group to showcase IEC 61850-3-certified ES3604L24 substation server at DISTRIBUTECH 2026 - Crystal Group (crystalrugged.com)
2025-04-10 — Crystal Group announces appointment of VP, People and Culture - Crystal Group (crystalrugged.com)
2025-03-13 — Crystal Group unveils industrial workstation at DISTRIBUTECH 2025 - Crystal Group (crystalrugged.com)
Company details
The company is private and employee-owned, with an estimated 200 to 500 employees, and its profile lists defense and military programs among its industries. Crystal Group was founded in 1991, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Hiawatha, Iowa. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 35 years in operation (founded 1991). Holds AS9100, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Crystal Group make?
Crystal Group designs, manufactures, and integrates rugged computing hardware and software, including rugged servers, embedded computing systems, networking devices, displays, data storage, and power supplies. The company is headquartered in Hiawatha, Iowa, was founded in 1991, and has an estimated 200 to 500 employees with an estimated revenue band of $100 to $250 million. It is privately held and employee-owned, serving automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In May 2026 it launched an ICS server line built for industrial and commercial use.
Where is Crystal Group headquartered?
Crystal Group is headquartered in Hiawatha, Iowa (855 Metzger Dr, Hiawatha, Iowa, 52233).
When was Crystal Group founded?
Crystal Group was founded in 1991.
How big is Crystal Group?
Crystal Group has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Crystal Group hold?
Crystal Group lists AS9100 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Crystal Group import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 7 inbound shipments for Crystal Group, with top origins including Netherlands · Australia · Spain · Turkey.
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