Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Lake Zurich, Illinois
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Since 1918
Smalley is a metal fabrication company headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States, founded in 1918. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and estimated revenue of $10 to 50 million, and it is privately held. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, medical, military and defense, plumbing hardware, and renewable energy industries. Its public product listings include wave springs, retaining rings, and snap rings, and it reports receiving its 14th consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award in September 2026.
Smalley at a glance
Revenue
$10-50M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
1918
Headquarters
Lake Zurich, Illinois
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
34
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
34
Named foreign suppliers
5
Top origins
United Kingdom · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Smalley.
What this tells a buyer
Smalley's most recent reported development is the September 21, 2026 announcement of a 14th consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award, as published on the company's website.
Smalley holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications, and its listed products include wave springs, retaining rings, and snap rings.
Smalley is privately held and reports an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
108 years in operation (founded 1918).
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Smalley is a metal fabrication company headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States, founded in 1918. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and estimated revenue of $10 to 50 million, and it is privately held. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, medical, military and defense, plumbing hardware, and renewable energy industries. Its public product listings include wave springs, retaining rings, and snap rings, and it reports receiving its 14th consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award in September 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1918 |
Headquarters | Lake Zurich, Illinois |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $10-50M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Smalley makes
Smalley holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications, and its listed products include wave springs, retaining rings, and snap rings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Bearing, Stamping, Tooling, Steel, Thermal Management, Suspension, Steering, Powertrain, Seating (source: smalley.com).
Certifications
Smalley is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — smalley.com
IATF 16949 — smalley.com
ISO 13485 — smalley.com
ISO 14001 — smalley.com
ISO 9001 — smalley.com
Trade and customs footprint
Smalley's most recent reported development is the September 21, 2026 announcement of a 14th consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award, as published on the company's website. US customs bill-of-lading records list 34 inbound shipments across 5 foreign suppliers, with top origins including United Kingdom · China.
Latest developments
2026-09-21 — Smalley's Commitment to Quality Earns 14th Consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award | Smalley (smalley.com)
2026-09-21 — Blog | Smalley (smalley.com)
2026-09-08 — 🚨 Manufacturing Engineering Leaders 🚨 | Kim Ramos (linkedin.com)
2026-02-05 — ✨ Exhibitor Spotlight: Smalley ✨ (linkedin.com)
2026-01-08 — Smalley’s Edgewound Innovations Power India’s Next-Gen Designs | Engineering Review (engmag.in)
2025-10-01 — Smalley Debuts Nestawave™ Compression Spring, Redefining Performance in Compact Applications | Smalley (smalley.com)
Company details
Smalley is privately held and reports an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees. Smalley was founded in 1918, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 108 years in operation (founded 1918). Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Smalley make?
Smalley is a metal fabrication company headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States, founded in 1918. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and estimated revenue of $10 to 50 million, and it is privately held. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, medical, military and defense, plumbing hardware, and renewable energy industries. Its public product listings include wave springs, retaining rings, and snap rings, and it reports receiving its 14th consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award in September 2026.
Where is Smalley headquartered?
Smalley is headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois (555 Oakwood Rd, Lake Zurich, Illinois, 60047).
When was Smalley founded?
Smalley was founded in 1918.
How big is Smalley?
Smalley has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $10-50M range (estimated).
What certifications does Smalley hold?
Smalley lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Smalley import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 34 inbound shipments for Smalley, with top origins including United Kingdom · China.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 847-719-5900
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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