Thermal management couplings play a critical role in maintaining system performance, protecting equipment and simplifying maintenance in a variety of industries. Whether you're designing a new system or upgrading one already in use, understanding...
Hydraulic vs. Manual Fixtures: Which is Right for Your Job?
Workholding fixtures secure and position a workpiece with the appropriate amount of force during CNC machining processes, allowing the machine to operate without deforming the part. In addition to keeping parts in place, workholding fixtures ensure...
Preventing Downtime: Common Valve Issues in Car Wash Systems
Downtime is a costly problem for any business, and car washes are no exception. When customers can’t access soap or when wastewater systems fail, it can lead to expensive losses. Regular customers and first-time visitors may also be deterred. When...
Helping Cruise RO Water Simplify Marine Refrigeration Systems
SafeWay, a division of The Specialty Mfg. Co., specializes in fluid control and quick disconnect solutions for a variety of industries. One of our valued customers, Cruise RO Water and Power, manufactures marine refrigeration systems for...
Celebrating 125 Years of Innovation
2025 marks the 125th anniversary of The Specialty Mfg. Co. As we reflect on this monumental milestone, we will take a look back at the incredible work ethic and leadership that shaped our beginnings and continues to guide our future. The...
Laser Marking Solutions for Industrial Component Identification
Laser marking stands out as a powerful solution for industrial manufacturing needs, offering a wide range of advantages including branding, identification codes, warning labels and user instructions. Across multiple product lines, laser marking...
Sustainable Manufacturing: Our Commitment to a Greener Future
At The Specialty Manufacturing Company, sustainability is central to our operations. We’re committed to upholding our high manufacturing standards while staying focused on our dedication to sustainable manufacturing. Our approach to sustainability...
Custom Workholding Fixtures: The Backbone of Precision Machining
The benefits of a partner that understands the intricacies of workholding to deliver practical solutions. Workholding fixtures are critical in precision machining to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency and achieving tight tolerances and...
Selecting Fluid Control Valves for Car Wash Systems
Automated car wash systems require precise dosing and flow control to operate efficiently. Using the right fluid control valve is the key to achieving precision and optimal performance. For OEMs and operators/maintenance professionals,...
Custom Valve Streamlines Customer Assembly
Challenge: Streamline Operations and Enhance Efficiency Holiday House Distributing, North America’s leading distributor of office coffee service (OSC), water, and vending parts faced inefficiencies while integrating The Specialty Mfg. Co’s stock...
Tailored Engineering Meets Miniaturization Requirements While Containing Costs
Challenge: Engineering for Reliable Diesel Exhaust A global diesel equipment manufacturer faced a challenge when they needed to reduce the size of a valve on a diesel exhaust system. This change necessitated sourcing smaller valves that could fit...
Employee Spotlight: Brad Stadick
Name, title and how long you’ve been at Specialty Manufacturing Co. Brad Stadick, and I have been a machinist with Specialty Manufacturing for one year. Describe what your department is responsible for. What tasks are done daily? Our department is...
Custom Solutions for Backflow Prevention
Challenge: Addressing fuel line backflow in industrial equipment A major industrial equipment manufacturer encountered significant challenges with fuel line backflow in their forklift tractors, prompting a search for a more effective valve solution...
Employee Spotlight: Connie Walerius
Name, title and how long you’ve been at Specialty Manufacturing Co. ConnieWalerius, Quality Engineer. 19 years What is your role at the company, and what does a typical day look like for you? Quality Engineer – I support all business units for...
Employee Spotlight: Lance Junker
Name, title and how long you’ve been at Specialty Manufacturing Co. Lance Junker, Shop Supervisor, 5 months Describe what your department is responsible for. What tasks are done daily? I am part of a 17-person team consisting of CNC Specialty...






