Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Brea, California
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Since 1960
Ormco is an orthodontic products manufacturer headquartered in Brea, California, and founded in 1960. The company reports an employee band of 1,000 to 5,000 and an estimated revenue band of $250 million to $500 million. It is privately held and serves orthodontists and dental professionals, with a product line that includes self-ligating appliances, brackets, clear aligners, and custom retainers. In September 2026, the company reported adding a third Elnik Systems furnace to expand its sintering capacity.
Ormco at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1960
Headquarters
Brea, California
Certifications
ISO 13485
Import activity
126
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Appliance
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
126
Named foreign suppliers
8
Top origins
Japan · China · Singapore · Malaysia
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Ormco.
What this tells a buyer
Ormco reported expanding its sintering capacity in September 2026 by adding a third Elnik Systems furnace, according to public reporting.
The company holds ISO 13485 certification and works in metal fabrication, with its work covering medical devices and orthodontic products.
Ormco is privately held and serves industries that include medical, automotive, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
66 years in operation (founded 1960).
Holds ISO 13485 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Ormco is an orthodontic products manufacturer headquartered in Brea, California, and founded in 1960. The company reports an employee band of 1,000 to 5,000 and an estimated revenue band of $250 million to $500 million. It is privately held and serves orthodontists and dental professionals, with a product line that includes self-ligating appliances, brackets, clear aligners, and custom retainers. In September 2026, the company reported adding a third Elnik Systems furnace to expand its sintering capacity.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1960 |
Headquarters | Brea, California |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 13485 |
What Ormco makes
The company holds ISO 13485 certification and works in metal fabrication, with its work covering medical devices and orthodontic products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED (source: ormco.com).
Certifications
Ormco is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — linkedin.com
Trade and customs footprint
Ormco reported expanding its sintering capacity in September 2026 by adding a third Elnik Systems furnace, according to public reporting. US customs bill-of-lading records list 126 inbound shipments across 8 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Japan · China · Singapore · Malaysia.
Latest developments
2026-10-06 — Veronica Acurio on Ormco's Unified Digital Orthodontic Platform (orthodonticproductsonline.com)
2026-09-18 — Ormco expands sintering capacity with third Elnik Systems furnace (pim-international.com)
2026-09-08 — Ormco Expands Sintering Capacity with Third Elnik Systems Furnace. | Elnik Systems (linkedin.com)
2026-04-30 — ORMCO™ EXPANDS DIGITAL BONDING TO MORE ORTHODONTIC BRACKET SYSTEMS AT AAO 2026 (prnewswire.com)
2026-01-19 — Proud to welcome Masar Medical as our official business partner in the United Arab Emirates. | Ormco MEA&T (linkedin.com)
2025-08-21 — ORMCO™ UNVEILS SPARK™ STAGERX™, THE NEXT EVOLUTION OF ALIGNER TREATMENT PLANNING (prnewswire.com)
Facilities
Ormco is headquartered in Brea, California. Public sources also reference these locations:
Brea, California — pim-international.com
Company details
Ormco is privately held and serves industries that include medical, automotive, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment. Ormco was founded in 1960, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Brea, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 66 years in operation (founded 1960). Holds ISO 13485 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Ormco make?
Ormco is an orthodontic products manufacturer headquartered in Brea, California, and founded in 1960. The company reports an employee band of 1,000 to 5,000 and an estimated revenue band of $250 million to $500 million. It is privately held and serves orthodontists and dental professionals, with a product line that includes self-ligating appliances, brackets, clear aligners, and custom retainers. In September 2026, the company reported adding a third Elnik Systems furnace to expand its sintering capacity.
Where is Ormco headquartered?
Ormco is headquartered in Brea, California (200 S Kraemer Blvd, Brea, California, 92821).
When was Ormco founded?
Ormco was founded in 1960.
How big is Ormco?
Ormco has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Ormco hold?
Ormco lists ISO 13485 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Ormco import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 126 inbound shipments for Ormco, with top origins including Japan · China · Singapore · Malaysia.
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