Verified Nov 2026
Lighting
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Wilsonville, Oregon
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Since 1973
DWFritz Automation is a precision automation company headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, United States, founded in 1973. It employs an estimated 200-500 people, with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million, and is privately held. The company builds custom automation, metrology, and inspection systems for automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware manufacturers. In November 2025 it launched an EV magnet automation line under a fixed OEM deadline.
DWFritz Automation at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1973
Headquarters
Wilsonville, Oregon
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
Import activity
19
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
19
Named foreign suppliers
10
Top origins
China · South Korea · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from DWFritz Automation.
What this tells a buyer
No customs or trade shipment data is available for this company, and its most recent public development is a November 2025 EV magnet automation line launch.
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, is ITAR registered, and offers assembly, battery, semiconductor, sensor, LED, and lighting automation products.
DWFritz was honored with a FANUC America Outstanding Sales Growth award for 2024, and it is reported to be preparing for a planned closure later in 2026.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
53 years in operation (founded 1973).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
DWFritz Automation is a precision automation company headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, United States, founded in 1973. It employs an estimated 200-500 people, with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million, and is privately held. The company builds custom automation, metrology, and inspection systems for automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware manufacturers. In November 2025 it launched an EV magnet automation line under a fixed OEM deadline.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1973 |
Headquarters | Wilsonville, Oregon |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Lighting |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered |
What DWFritz Automation makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, is ITAR registered, and offers assembly, battery, semiconductor, sensor, LED, and lighting automation products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Battery, Semiconductor, Composite, Sensor, LED, Electronics, Lighting, Transmission, Axle (source: dwfritz.com).
Certifications
DWFritz Automation is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — linkedin.com
ISO 9001 — dwfritz.com
ITAR registered — dwfritz.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs or trade shipment data is available for this company, and its most recent public development is a November 2025 EV magnet automation line launch. US customs bill-of-lading records list 19 inbound shipments across 10 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · South Korea · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-09-21 — After an incredible chapter with DWFritz Automation, and with the company preparing for its planned closure later this year, I’m excited to share that I’m and looking forward to the next opportunity … | Jennifer Morrison (O'Neil) MCP (linkedin.com)
2025-11-19 — Launching a first-of-its-kind EV magnet automation line under a fixed OEM deadline required speed, precision, and disciplined execution. | DWFritz Automation (linkedin.com)
2025-10-28 — We’re proud to share that DWFritz Automation has been awarded ISO 14001:2015 certification by DEKRA Certification, Inc. | DWFritz Automation (linkedin.com)
2025-07-18 — I was honored to accept FANUC America Corporation’s award for “Outstanding Sales Growth”, on behalf of our DWFritz Automation team. continues to be a great partner & we sincerely appreciate the white … | Brent Barcey (linkedin.com)
2025-07-17 — to an exciting moment earlier this year — DWFritz Automation was honored with a FANUC America Corporation ASI Award for Outstanding Sales Growth in 2024! (linkedin.com)
2025-05-08 — We’re proud to announce that DWFritz Automation has joined TRG (The Robotics Group) of MHI, reinforcing our commitment to delivering robust, high-performance robotics solutions to end users across industries. (linkedin.com)
Company details
DWFritz was honored with a FANUC America Outstanding Sales Growth award for 2024, and it is reported to be preparing for a planned closure later in 2026. DWFritz Automation was founded in 1973, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 53 years in operation (founded 1973). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does DWFritz Automation make?
DWFritz Automation is a precision automation company headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, United States, founded in 1973. It employs an estimated 200-500 people, with an estimated revenue band of $100-250 million, and is privately held. The company builds custom automation, metrology, and inspection systems for automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware manufacturers. In November 2025 it launched an EV magnet automation line under a fixed OEM deadline.
Where is DWFritz Automation headquartered?
DWFritz Automation is headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon (9600 Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon, 97070).
When was DWFritz Automation founded?
DWFritz Automation was founded in 1973.
How big is DWFritz Automation?
DWFritz Automation has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does DWFritz Automation hold?
DWFritz Automation lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does DWFritz Automation import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 19 inbound shipments for DWFritz Automation, with top origins including China · South Korea · Netherlands.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 800-763-4161
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
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