Exacto Spring Corp
Springs
Company Overview and History
Exacto Spring Corporation, established in 1960 in Rockford, Illinois, and relocating to Grafton, Wisconsin, four years later, has evolved into a prominent manufacturer of high-precision springs and wireforms. The company has a rich history of expansion, notably supplying keyboard springs for early IBM computers in the 1980s. The 1990s saw Exacto Spring enter the precision automotive and military applications markets. In the 2000s, Exacto Medical was formed, with medical device components now constituting nearly a third of its business. Celebrating 65 years in 2025, Exacto Spring remains a family-owned enterprise, operating from a nearly 150,000 square foot campus in Grafton, Wisconsin, which includes a fully equipped R&D division and an advanced engineering center.
Products and Services
Exacto Spring specializes in manufacturing custom, high-tolerance springs and wireforms for a diverse global clientele. Their product offerings include precision compression springs in various shapes (conical, barrel, hourglass, custom combinations), extension springs (including teardrop and diamond shapes), and torsion springs designed for specific clockwise or counter-clockwise applications, utilizing any available wire type. A significant area of expertise lies in custom wireforms, which can feature multiple bends and tight tolerances, often with computerized processes that may reduce initial tooling costs. The company's capabilities extend to multi-component assemblies and specialized testing and packaging solutions, ensuring products arrive in optimal condition. Exacto also offers complete design and technical assistance, partnering with customers to develop cost-effective and safe spring designs.
Commitment to Quality, Innovation, and Community
Exacto Spring maintains a commitment to uncompromised quality, supported by over 250 pieces of modern spring and wire forming machinery and state-of-the-art Statistical Process Control techniques. This dedication has earned them accolades such as the General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award for six consecutive years. The company also demonstrates a strong commitment to its community, evident in initiatives like the Exacto Spring Pavilion at Veterans Memorial Park in Grafton, and through supporting local education via scholarships and manufacturing programs. Furthermore, Exacto Spring actively works with customers to meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, adopting an incremental approach to sustainability innovations driven by customer needs.
