GW Lisk

What GW Lisk does

G.W. Lisk Company, Inc. (founded 1910 in Clifton Springs, New York) designs and manufactures custom-engineered electromechanical hardware for mission-critical applications across eight verticals: aerospace, space, defense, oil & gas, on-highway, off-highway, industrial, and medical equipment. Its core product set comprises LVDT and RVDT linear and rotary position sensors, solenoid valves (including hazardous-location and 40,000-psi variants), custom solenoids (hazardous-location, mobile/industrial, and aerospace/defense), in-line deflagration flame arrestors (ATEX, IECEx, UL/ULC certified), and Integrated Smart Solutions combining firmware, drive electronics, and sensors for closed-loop control. The proprietary CompAct bidirectional embedded-magnet single-coil actuator — patent-pending with global filings — claims up to 50% smaller package size, sub-1% full-stroke repeatability, and over 10 million actuation cycles. Position sensing, proportional repeatability, hazardous-location certification, and compliance with MIL, RTCA/DO-160, AS9100, IATF 16949, NADCAP, ATEX, IECEx, and UL/CSA standards underpin qualification for platforms including F-16/F-22/F-35, 777X/A350, Vulcan/Atlas V/OmegA/Arian 6, V-22/FLRAA, and submarine thermal management.

The company is employee-owned through an ESOP and operates a vertically integrated, five-site global manufacturing footprint: Clifton Springs, NY (HQ + Drew and Marjorie Morris Technology Center); Hauppauge, NY (Island Components Group — motors and servo-actuators); Gort, Ireland (Lisk Ireland Ltd. — European design and manufacture); Suzhou, China (Lisk Control Technology Co. Ltd. — Asian manufacturing); and Alajuela / Cartago, Costa Rica (Tico Electronics and Preinsa — complex assemblies and precision machining). Revenue is generated through custom hardware sales and engineering/test services via direct enterprise field sales and a request-for-quote motion, with no aftermarket or single-unit distribution. Three programmatic acquisitions between November 2021 and August 2023 (Island Components Group, Tico Electronics, Preinsa) have expanded capabilities in space/satellite electric actuation, complex electromechanical assembly, and precision machining. Named prime-customer relationships include BAE Systems (Partner 2 Win Silver Tier 2025), Bell Textron Team FLRAA (2025), Eaton (Supplier of the Year 2013), and the U.S. Department of Defense; products are integrated into braking, fuel, landing gear, steering, flight-surface, cockpit, oxygen, and thrust-reverser systems on most major commercial and military aircraft.

Name

GW Lisk

Legal name

G.W. LISK COMPANY, INC.®

Website

https://gwlisk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

GW Lisk designs and manufactures custom-engineered solenoids, solenoid valves, LVDT/RVDT position sensors, flame arrestors, and integrated closed-loop control solutions for mission-critical aerospace, defense, space, oil & gas, on/off-highway, industrial, and medical applications through direct enterprise field sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electromechanical Components

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Electronic Coils, Transformers & Other Inductors (3677), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Motor Drive & Motion Control Electronics Manufacturing Services (VFDs, servo drives, controllers) (IMAGAGAJ)

Keywords

• Custom solenoid manufacturing
• Electromechanical actuators
• Position sensors
• Flame arrestors
• Aerospace fluid control

Headquarters

HQ city

Clifton Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Engineered Hardware Products: Design, manufacture, and sale of custom solenoids, solenoid valves, position sensors (LVDT/RVDT), flame arrestors, and electromechanical control devices. Products are custom-engineered to customer specifications for mission-critical applications. Revenue generated through product sales with engineering development often integrated into solution delivery.
2. Engineering and Testing Services: Comprehensive engineering services including design, prototyping, simulation, qualification testing, and manufacturing support. Testing services include engine dynamometer testing, vibration and thermal cycling, environmental testing, and hydraulic testing. Services support product validation and certification processes.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

G.W. Lisk designs and manufactures custom-engineered electromechanical solutions including solenoids, solenoid valves, linear and rotary position sensors (LVDT and RVDT), and flame arrestors for mission-critical applications. The company also delivers Integrated Smart Solutions combining firmware, drive electronics, sensors, and communications protocols for closed-loop control of flow, pressure, position, temperature, and speed. Engineering, prototyping, qualification testing, and manufacturing are offered under one roof across facilities in the United States, Ireland, China, and Costa Rica.

Product overview

G.W. Lisk is a global leader in custom-engineered solutions, operating as a multi-product portfolio company. The core offerings include LVDT and RVDT position sensors, valves (solenoid valves, shut-off valves, check/relief valves), solenoids (hazardous location, mobile & industrial, aerospace & defense), Integrated Smart Solutions for closed-loop control, and Flame Arrestors (in-line and certified HazLoc). The company also offers Test Services and the proprietary CompAct Technology (37mm and 45mm series) for push-pull actuation. The portfolio is supported by acquired subsidiaries Island Components Group (motors, servo-actuators), Tico Electronics (complex assemblies), and Preinsa (precision machining), enabling vertical integration across aerospace, defense, space, oil & gas, on/off highway, industrial, and medical markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CompAct Technology: A patented bidirectional embedded magnet actuator that enables reduced system footprint, faster response times, and optimized energy efficiency.

Products and services

• LVDT Position Sensors Linear Variable Differential Transformer sensors designed for linear position measurement in demanding environments. Strokes from .010 inches to 24 inches and beyond with accuracy better than 0.5% of full scale range. Single and multi-channel (up to 6 channels) designs available for aerospace, defense, industrial, and oil & gas applications.
• RVDT Position Sensors Rotary Variable Differential Transformer sensors for rotary position measurement. RTCA/DO-160 qualified for harsh aerospace environments. Used in control surface feedback, nose wheel steering, fuel controls, engine bleed air systems, and thrust reversers.
• Custom Solenoid Valves Electromagnetic actuated valves including solenoid valves, shut-off valves, check/relief valves, shuttle valves, and manifold systems. Configurable from vacuum pressure to 40,000 psi designs, handling hydraulic and pneumatic media. Direct and pilot operated valves in 2, 3, 4, and 5 way designs with response times faster than 2.0 ms.
• Custom Solenoids Custom-designed solenoids including push/pull solenoids, tubular, C-frame and D-frame solenoids for hazardous location, mobile and industrial, and aerospace and defense applications. Includes on/off solenoids, position control solenoids, proportional solenoids, and proportional solenoids with position feedback. Operating pressures up to 20,000 PSI.
• Integrated Smart Solutions Closed-loop control solutions combining advanced actuator and valve technologies with firmware, drive electronics, sensors, and communications protocols. Enables precise control of flow, pressure, position, temperature, and speed with customized calibrations and expanded diagnostics.
• Flame Arrestors Bi-directional in-line deflagration flame arrestors with crimped metal ribbon elements for explosion protection. Available in stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum housings with sizes from 1/4 inch to 4 inch NPT connections. Certified versions available to ATEX, IECEx, and UL/ULC standards per ISO 16852:2016.
• Test Services Comprehensive testing capabilities including engine dynamometer testing, vibration and thermal cycling, environmental testing (temperature range from -90°C to +240°C), and hydraulic testing. Supports product validation and certification processes for mission-critical applications.
• CompAct Technology Actuators Patent-pending bidirectional embedded magnet actuator available in 37mm and 45mm series. Package size up to 50% smaller than traditional push-pull solenoids due to single coil design. Proportional repeatability within less than 1% of full stroke and over 10 million actuation cycles.

Quantifiable outcome

• CompAct Technology reduces package size by up to 50% compared to traditional push-pull solenoids
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bell Textron Inc. (Team FLRAA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 May 2025G.W. Lisk Company is participating in Team FLRAA (Future Long Range Assault Aircraft) as a supplier to Bell Textron Inc. and the U.S. Army. The company is supplying position sensing and hydraulic actuation components for the next generation vertical lift solution - a tiltrotor aircraft with hybrid helicopter and twin turboprop capabilities.
• BAE SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerG.W. Lisk Company participates in BAE Systems' Partner 2 Win program as a supplier to the Electronic Systems sector. The company received a Silver Tier Award in 2025 for exceptional performance and contributions to supply chain success. BAE Systems meets regularly with suppliers to transfer best practices and ensure components meet quality standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Parker Hannifin: Major diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies including solenoid valves, position sensors, and hydraulic components serving aerospace, defense, and industrial end markets that overlap directly with GW Lisk's product portfolio.
• Moog Inc. Designs and manufactures high-performance precision motion control products including servo actuators, valves, and sensors for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets — closely comparable to GW Lisk's Island Components Group and broader electromechanical portfolio.
• Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Engineered products and systems for defense, commercial and industrial markets including valves, sensors, and motion control — overlapping customer base and mission-critical aerospace/defense exposure.
• Bosch Rexroth: Global leader in industrial hydraulics including solenoid valves, proportional valves, and mobile/off-highway fluid power solutions — a direct competitor in Lisk's industrial and on/off-highway segments.
• Danfoss: Manufactures solenoid valves, sensors, and motion control products for industrial, mobile hydraulics, and oil & gas — directly comparable to GW Lisk's hazardous-location and fluid-power offerings.
• Sensata Technologies: Manufacturer of sensors, particularly position and pressure sensors, for aerospace, industrial, and off-highway markets — comparable in measurement-product focus and aerospace/defense exposure.
• Kaman Aerospace: Designs and manufactures precision sensors, solenoids, and electromechanical products for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets — a smaller-scale direct peer with overlapping mission-critical component offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Eaton: Diversified industrial and aerospace supplier with substantial overlap in valves, solenoids, and hydraulic components for commercial vehicle and aerospace markets. Also a documented GW Lisk customer via Lisk Ireland.
• Honeywell International: Large aerospace and industrial conglomerate with broad sensor, switch, valve, and electromechanical component portfolios serving many of the same aerospace, defense, and industrial customers as GW Lisk.
• TE Connectivity: Global manufacturer of sensors and connectivity solutions serving aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical markets — adjacent competitor with broader portfolio scale but overlap in sensor and electromechanical components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A3 records

Investments

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