Elgin Industries

What Elgin Industries does

Elgin Industries is a privately held, Skok-family-owned Tier One manufacturer of engine and chassis components, founded in 1919 and headquartered in a fully-integrated manufacturing complex in Elgin, Illinois. The company produces precision valvetrain and chassis parts — including camshafts, pushrods, piston pins, rocker arms, timing sets, lifters, valves, valve springs, oil pumps, and suspension/steering components — and applies in-house proprietary processes including BLACK ICE™ super-cryogenic treatment at one of the world's most advanced in-house heat-treat operations, with every batch tested for surface hardness, case depth, and surface finish. Output spans more than 25,000 SKUs across OE replacement, performance (Elgin PRO-STOCK®, Sloppy Stage, DLC-coated lifters), and heavy-duty end markets, distributed through dedicated warehouse distributor networks and exported to nearly 60 nations via the Elgin World Trade division.

The business model is exclusively B2B: hardware sales of manufactured components to OEM assembly lines (Ford, GM, Stellantis, Deere & Company, Navistar, Mack, Harley-Davidson), to major engine remanufacturers (notably JASPER Engines and Transmissions), to performance parts retailers, and to aftermarket warehouse distributors serving professional engine rebuilders, machine shops, and fleet operators. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; transactions are quote-based through distributor channels and direct sales, with multi-year contracts common. The company markets through industry events (HDAW, AAPEX, PRI, AERA conferences, LS Fest), a YouTube technical content channel, email newsletters, and a 2025-launched mobile-optimized eCatalog at catalog.elginind.com. Quality certifications (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CQI-9, CQI-15, Ford Q1) and consecutive OEM supplier awards (GM Platinum, John Deere Partner-Level, Navistar Diamond, JASPER ELMO) underpin the customer franchise. Recent moves include a 2022 partnership with Main Street Capital for growth capital, a 2025 eCatalog platform refresh, multiple new OE-replacement SKUs for Ford Godzilla, GM Duramax, and Ford Scorpion engines, and a formal CEO-to-President succession in May 2026 installing Chris Anderson as President/COO alongside Bill Skok as CEO.

Name

Elgin Industries

Legal name

Elgin Industries

Website

https://elginind.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Elgin Industries is a family-owned Tier One U.S. manufacturer of precision engine and chassis components (camshafts, pushrods, lifters, suspension parts) serving major automotive, heavy-duty, agricultural, and motorcycle OEMs plus the global aftermarket and performance segments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Engine and Chassis Components Manufacturing

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363), Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (33631), Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (33633)

akta.pro primary industry

Passenger Vehicle Engine Systems Manufacturing (ICE) (IMACAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aftermarket Drivetrain & Powertrain Components Manufacturing (Clutches/CV Axles/Alternators/Starters) (IMACANAD)

Keywords

• Engine components manufacturing
• Chassis components manufacturing
• Automotive OEM parts
• Valvetrain components
• Heavy duty engine parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Elgin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Original Equipment (OE) Components: Tier One supplier of engine and chassis components to major OEMs including Stellantis, Deere & Company, Ford, General Motors, Harley-Davidson, Mack, and Navistar. Components are installed as original equipment in new vehicles and equipment.
2. Aftermarket Replacement Parts: OE-quality replacement engine and chassis components sold through warehouse distributors, replacement parts distributors, and machine shops worldwide for domestic and import vehicles.
3. Performance Parts (Elgin PRO-STOCK®): High-performance valvetrain and chassis components for racing and street-performance applications sold through performance parts distributors and retailers.
4. Elgin World Trade Export: Export of engine, chassis, and other parts to customers throughout Central and South America, the Middle East and other regions through international distribution.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Elgin Industries manufactures and supplies original equipment (OE) and aftermarket engine and chassis components—including camshafts, pushrods, piston pins, rocker arms, valves, valve springs, lifters, timing sets, oil pumps, and suspension/steering parts—for automotive, heavy-duty, agricultural, and performance markets. The company operates an ultra-modern, fully-integrated manufacturing complex in Elgin, Illinois, producing more than 25,000 SKUs for OEMs (Ford, GM, Stellantis, Deere, Mack, Navistar, Harley-Davidson), warehouse distributors, engine rebuilders, and performance retailers worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Elgin PRO-STOCK: High-performance engine and chassis components brand featuring premium materials and advanced engineering for racing and street-performance applications.
• BLACK ICE
• RxEMEDY
• Elgin World Trade

Products and services

• OE Engine Components Tier One original equipment engine components (camshafts, pushrods, piston pins, rocker arms, valves, valve springs, lifters, timing sets, oil pumps) supplied to vehicle and engine OEMs including Ford, GM, Stellantis, Deere, Mack, Navistar, and Harley-Davidson.
• OE Chassis Components OEM-preferred chassis and steering/suspension components (steering parts, coil springs, bushings, suspension technologies) for hundreds of domestic and import passenger vehicles and commercial trucks.
• Aftermarket Replacement Engine Components OE-quality replacement engine components (valve lifter/guide sets, pushrods, timing sets, gaskets, and related parts) for professional engine rebuilders, repair shops, and fleet operators servicing domestic and import vehicles and commercial trucks. Distributed through warehouse distributors worldwide.
• Aftermarket Replacement Chassis Components OE-quality steering, suspension, and chassis replacement parts for domestic and import passenger vehicles and commercial trucks, sold through warehouse distributors.
• Elgin PRO-STOCK® Performance Components Premium performance valvetrain and chassis components including Sloppy Stage camshafts (1, 2, 3, Secret Sauce X), GM LS series, Coyote, Hemi, hydraulic lifters with DLC coating, thick-wall pushrods, valve springs, retainers, and complete camshaft kits for racing and street-performance applications.
• BLACK ICE™ Cryogenically Treated Components Valvetrain components (camshafts, pushrods, rocker arm kits, valves, valve springs, valve spring retainers) processed using Elgin's proprietary BLACK ICE™ super-cryogenic and tempering treatment, delivering maximum attainable hardness, unsurpassed geometric stability and uniformity, and elimination of material stresses and mass changes.
• RxEMEDY Lubricants and Additives Engine performance formulations and additives under the RxEMEDY brand, including ZDDP supplements, formulated for superior engine performance and durability.
• Elgin World Trade Export Services Export of Elgin engine, chassis, and other parts to customers throughout Central and South America, the Middle East, and other international regions through Elgin's dedicated world trade division; serves nearly 60 nations.
• Ford Godzilla 7.3L Lifter/Guide Sets Genuine OE replacement hydraulic lifter/guide kit for the Ford 7.3L gas pushrod V8 (Godzilla) engine; launched September 2025 for engine rebuilders and service professionals.
• GM Duramax 6.6L Lifter/Guide Sets Genuine OE replacement hydraulic lifter/guide kit for GM 6.6L Duramax diesel pushrod V8 engines; launched September 2025.
• Ford Scorpion 6.7L Turbodiesel Valve Lifter/Lifter Guide Kit Genuine OE replacement valve lifter and lifter guide kit for Ford Scorpion 6.7L turbodiesel engines; launched June 2025.
• Elgin PRO-STOCK DLC Hydraulic Flat-Tappet Lifters Ultra-durable flat-tappet hydraulic lifters with next-generation diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating for classic American muscle car applications; launched June 2025.
• Next-Generation Elgin eCatalog Mobile-optimized electronic parts catalog with 25,000+ SKUs featuring Application Lookup, Technical Lookup (90+ engine part types, 30 chassis part types), and Part Number Lookup; serves distributors, mechanics, and engine rebuilders.
• Elgin PRO-STOCK Camshaft Kits Five precision-matched, made-in-USA performance camshaft kits including Sloppy Stage 1, 2, 3, GM LS 515/525, and LS 376 480 camshafts with matched valve springs, push rods, and valve stem seals; launched January 2025.
• LS/LT GenV DFM Lifter Guide Sets Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) lifter and guide assembly for GM Gen V LS Engines (2019+); complete pre-assembled kit launched March 2024.
• Heat Treat Services In-house heat treat operations compliant to CQI-9 Heat Treat standards, including BLACK ICE™ super-cryogenic processing for valvetrain components, supporting Elgin's own manufacturing as well as internal quality control.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% on-time shipping achieved for 4 consecutive years earning GM Platinum Level Supplier status
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Hot Rodders of TomorrowminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 March 2024Elgin Industries sponsored the 2024 Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge, investing in future automotive industry talent. The competition gives high school students opportunities in the automotive trade with scholarship opportunities exceeding $4.2 million.
• Holley LS Fest / 3S ChallengeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 2 August 2023Elgin sponsored the 3S Challenge (Speed, Stop, Steering) competition at Holley LS Fest East 2023. Elgin provided made-in-USA LSX camshafts as prizes for top finishers, with Stacey David's GEARS TV as co-sponsor.
• AERA Engine Builders AssociationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 July 2023Elgin partnered with the AERA (Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association) for technical webinars on LS engine failures, remedies, and engine building techniques. Elgin has been an AERA associate member since 1923.
• Liberty Engine PartsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 February 2023Elgin participated in the AERA Tech & Skills Conference at Liberty Engine Parts in Charlotte, NC, networking with engine rebuilders and presenting technical content.
• MEMA / AASA / OACminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 January 2023Elgin Industries is a member of MEMA (Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association), its AASA (Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association) division, and the OAC (Overseas Automotive Council), participating in global summit events for aftermarket supplier industry networking.
• EPARTRADEminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2022Elgin Industries participated in Race Industry Week 2022 with EPARTRADE, RACER, and SPEED SPORT, presenting technical content on made-in-USA vs. China camshafts and performance engine building.
• ExpopartesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 June 2019Elgin Industries was a sponsor of the Expopartes 2019 automotive parts trade fair in Bogotá, Colombia. Expopartes is one of the largest trade events for aftermarket professionals in Latin America, attracting more than 500 exhibitors and 27,000+ attendees.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Federal-Mogul Motorparts (Tenneco): Aftermarket brand of Tenneco covering engine, chassis, sealing, and brake components. Comparable as a broad-line aftermarket competitor with overlap in engine valvetrain and chassis categories where Elgin competes.
• ACDelco (General Motors): GM's aftermarket parts brand offering OE-quality replacement engine, chassis, and other components through a broad distributor network. Comparable channel and product overlap with Elgin; Elgin is itself a GM Tier One OEM supplier earning Platinum Level Supplier status.
• MAHLE Aftermarket: Global manufacturer of engine components (pistons, cylinders, valvetrain) supplying both OE and aftermarket channels. Comparable to Elgin in ICE engine component focus and distributor-led aftermarket model, but significantly larger and broader in portfolio.
• Tenneco (DRiV / Federal-Mogul): Major global supplier of OE and aftermarket engine and chassis components (Federal-Mogul brand historically) including valvetrain, bearings, and sealing. Comparable as a Tier One engine component supplier with deep OEM relationships; named as a former Elgin customer in Elgin's materials.
• Dana Incorporated: Global Tier One supplier of driveline, sealing, and thermal-management solutions serving light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. Overlaps with Elgin in chassis and engine component supply to commercial-truck and heavy-duty OEMs (Mack, Navistar).

Direct peers

• Engine Parts Group / Jasper Engines & Transmissions: North America's largest remanufacturer of engines and transmissions, a long-standing Elgin customer honored Elgin as a top supplier for 18+ consecutive years. Closely aligned with Elgin's aftermarket replacement and remanufacturer customer segments.
• Dorman Products: Leading North American supplier of OE-grade replacement parts and fasteners to the automotive aftermarket. Directly comparable to Elgin's aftermarket business in SKU breadth, distributor channel model, and target customer base of repair professionals and consumers.
• COMP Cams: Performance camshafts, valvetrain, and engine components brand for racing and street-performance enthusiasts. Directly overlaps with Elgin's PRO-STOCK performance line in product category (camshafts, lifters, valve springs, pushrods) and end customer.
• Standard Motor Products: Aftermarket-focused manufacturer of engine management and replacement parts for passenger and commercial vehicles. Closely comparable business model to Elgin's aftermarket division — broad SKU catalog, distributor-led sales, and focus on OE-quality replacement engine components.
• Crane Cams: Manufacturer of performance camshafts, valvetrain, and related engine components for racing and street-performance applications. Direct competitor to Elgin's PRO-STOCK performance line in camshafts and valvetrain kits.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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