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Smalley's Commitment to Quality Earns 14th Consecutive GM Supplier Excellence Award
Lake Zurich, IL, September 21, 2026 – A continued focus on quality, consistency, and customer support has earned Smalley the General Motors' 2025 Supplier Quality Excellence Award, marking the…
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4 Springs That Can Replace a Coil Spring
Key Takeaways Wave springs offer alternatives to coil springs with different force, travel, and flexibility. Crest-to-Crest® springs deliver the same force and deflection in up to 50% less height…
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5 Common Misconceptions About Bearing Preload
Proper bearing preload is essential for achieving rigidity, improving accuracy, reducing noise, and extending bearing life. Yet across industries, preloading remains one of the most misunderstood…
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Smalley Revolox® Retaining Ring Secures Patent for Self-Locking Design
Smalley Awarded Patent for Revolox® Self-Locking Retaining Ring Lake Zurich, IL, December 12, 2025 – Smalley is proud to announce it has been awarded a patent for the Revolox® Self-Locking Retaining…
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Smalley Debuts Nestawave™ Compression Spring, Redefining Performance in Compact Applications
Lake Zurich, IL, October 1st, 2025 – Smalley is pleased to announce the launch of the Nestawave™, a breakthrough in spring design that combines the space-saving deflection of a Crest-to-Crest® wave…
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Smalley Recognized with GM Supplier Quality Excellence Award for 13th Straight Year
Lake Zurich, IL, August 11, 2025 – Smalley is honored to receive General Motors’ 2024 Supplier Quality Excellence Award, recognizing our exceptional performance and commitment to exceeding GM’s…
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Smalley Recognized with GM Supplier Quality Excellence Award for 13th Straight Year
Smalley is honored to receive General Motors’ 2024 Supplier Quality Excellence Award, recognizing our exceptional performance and commitment to exceeding GM’s rigorous quality standards.
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Wave Spring Guide: A Brief Overview
Finding the best possible design solution can be challenging when designing an application. Knowing what options are available can simplify the process. Smalley provides an innovative and unique type…
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How and Why You Should Use a Wave Spring for Bearing Preload
What does it mean to “preload”? A bearing is designed to move freely and has multiple moving parts that work together as one unit. Tolerance stack-up from both manufacturing and assembly can quickly…
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Smalley Launches Online Store for Wave Springs and Retaining Rings
Our customers know that Smalley is committed to delivering the highest-quality retaining rings and wave springs backed by exceptional service. We are eager to announce a new service channel: the…