Before hearing about Smalley’s high RPM solutions, the most common issues experienced with traditional fastening methods for high rotational capacity applications include:

What is a Revolox^® ‘Dome and Slot’ Self-Locking Ring?

Let’s first define what a self-locking ring is.

What is a ‘Tab and Slot’ Self-Locking Ring?

Spirolox®, a division of Smalley, invented the ‘Tab and Slot’ Self-Locking Ring back in 1958. The innovative design has been proven in thousands of high-speed applications.

So, what is it?

Importance of Retaining Ring RPM Performance

With rotational capacity requirements of modern applications higher than ever, many engineers struggle to find retaining rings that can withstand high speeds.

New Tapered Section Retaining Ring (Circlip) Series Released

Lake Zurich, IL, February 15, 2022 – When you are in need of a quick and economical heavy-duty ring, Smalley's newest standard series of Tapered Section Retaining Rings (Circlips) is here to secure your assembly! 

Invention, History, and Timeline of the Wave Spring

Brief History of Springs

Springs have been helping the world go around for thousands of years. In fact, spring technology goes back to the “bow and arrow” ages. A non-coiled spring was used in a bow and arrow dating back 64,000 thousand years ago.

What's the Difference Between a Wave Spring and a Coil Spring?

Custom or standard, Smalley takes great pride in its unparalleled dedication to delivering quality wave spring solutions for a variety of industries.