Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Since 1918
Twin Disc designs, manufactures, and distributes heavy-duty power transmission equipment, including marine transmissions, hydraulic torque converters, industrial clutches, and integrated control systems. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $250 to $500 million. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment sectors. Its recent developments include a new assembly plant announced by its subsidiary Katsa in October 2026 to meet rising global demand.
Twin Disc at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1918
Headquarters
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
5090
Industries
Automotive
Electronics
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
5090
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Sri Lanka · India · Japan · Spain
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Twin Disc.
What this tells a buyer
Twin Disc announced full-year and fourth-quarter 2026 results in August 2026 and first-quarter results in November 2026, and no customs trade data is available in the record.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists capabilities that include assembly, machining, casting, and die casting, along with transmission, brake, steering, and pump products.
Twin Disc operates facilities in Pirkkala, Finland, and Lufkin, Texas, and has reported that defense demand is a driver of its growth.
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 ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Twin Disc designs, manufactures, and distributes heavy-duty power transmission equipment, including marine transmissions, hydraulic torque converters, industrial clutches, and integrated control systems. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $250 to $500 million. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment sectors. Its recent developments include a new assembly plant announced by its subsidiary Katsa in October 2026 to meet rising global demand.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1918 |
Headquarters | Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Twin Disc makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists capabilities that include assembly, machining, casting, and die casting, along with transmission, brake, steering, and pump products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Machining, Die Casting, Casting, Transmission, Brake, Steering, Electric Motor, Emissions, Pump (source: twindisc.com).
Certifications
Twin Disc is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — twindisc.com
Trade and customs footprint
Twin Disc announced full-year and fourth-quarter 2026 results in August 2026 and first-quarter results in November 2026, and no customs trade data is available in the record. US customs bill-of-lading records list 5090 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Sri Lanka · India · Japan · Spain.
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — Twin Disc Announces First Quarter Results - Twin Disc, Inc. (twindisc.com)
2026-10-14 — Twin Disc Subsidiary Katsa Invests in New Assembly Plant to Meet Rising Global Demand - Twin Disc, Inc. (twindisc.com)
2026-08-27 — Twin Disc at 17th Annual Midwest IDEAS Conference: defense drives growth By Investing.com (investing.com)
2026-08-20 — Twin Disc Announces Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2026 Results - Twin Disc, Inc. (twindisc.com)
2026-05-06 — Twin Disc Announces Third Quarter Results - Twin Disc, Inc. (twindisc.com)
2025-02-18 — Twin Disc, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Kobelt - Twin Disc, Inc. (twindisc.com)
Facilities
Twin Disc is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Public sources also reference these locations:
Pirkkala, Finland — twindisc.com
Lufkin, Texas — twindisc.com
Company details
Twin Disc operates facilities in Pirkkala, Finland, and Lufkin, Texas, and has reported that defense demand is a driver of its growth. Twin Disc was founded in 1918, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 108 years in operation (founded 1918). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Twin Disc make?
Twin Disc designs, manufactures, and distributes heavy-duty power transmission equipment, including marine transmissions, hydraulic torque converters, industrial clutches, and integrated control systems. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated annual revenue of $250 to $500 million. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, and industrial equipment sectors. Its recent developments include a new assembly plant announced by its subsidiary Katsa in October 2026 to meet rising global demand.
Where is Twin Disc headquartered?
Twin Disc is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (222 East Erie Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202).
When was Twin Disc founded?
Twin Disc was founded in 1918.
How big is Twin Disc?
Twin Disc has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Twin Disc hold?
Twin Disc lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Twin Disc import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 5090 inbound shipments for Twin Disc, with top origins including Sri Lanka · India · Japan · Spain.
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