Special Springs

What Special Springs does

Special Springs S.R.L. is an Italian privately-held industrial manufacturer founded in 1978 and headquartered in Romano d'Ezzelino (Vicenza), Italy. The company designs and produces two principal product families — nitrogen gas springs (cilindri a gas/cilindri ad azoto) for stamping dies and press tools, and wire springs (molle a filo) for industrial applications — along with complementary products including the Nitro Roller device, gas punching units, manifold and connected systems, and Industry 4.0 accessories such as the DYBO 4.0 control unit and EYE pressure sensor. The entire design and manufacturing process is conducted in-house using CNC machinery, and the company's gas springs integrate three patented active safety systems (OSAS, USAS, OPAS) as standard features. Wire springs are produced to ISO 10243, JIS B 5012, and US Series standards, with a dedicated Reparto Molle Speciali (Special Springs department) handling custom springs manufactured from customer drawings. The product portfolio is certified to ISO 9001:2015, the EU Pressure Equipment Directive (PED), and the German BetrSichV regulation.

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market model combining five direct wholly-owned subsidiaries (Italy HQ, USA, Brazil, France, India) plus a controlling interest in Meneghini SRL, alongside a global network of 105 authorized distributors spanning 70 countries. Distribution is supported by a B2B portal for registered account customers, multilingual marketing (Italian, English, French, German, Chinese, Portuguese-Brazil, Spanish), a YouTube channel, LinkedIn presence, 3D CAD model integration via PartCommunity, and a Product Authenticity mobile app for counterfeit verification. The customer base spans automotive press tools and stamping dies (primary vertical), plastic and metal forming, medical devices, electric vehicles, and consumer/industrial finished products. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales rather than subscription or licensing models, with pricing handled via RFQ through distributors and direct subsidiaries; no public price list is maintained. Recent strategic activity includes a 2024-2025 product launch wave, the 2025 introduction of the Nitro Roller product line, and a 2025 corporate rebranding.

Name

Special Springs

Legal name

Special Springs S.R.L.

Website

https://specialsprings.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Special Springs is an Italian manufacturer (founded 1978) of nitrogen gas springs, wire springs, and stamping-die accessories, serving automotive, medical, EV, and industrial customers in 70 countries via direct subsidiaries and 105 authorized distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Spring Manufacturing

NAICS

Spring Manufacturing (332613), Spring and Wire Product Manufacturing (3326), Spring and Wire Product Manufacturing (33261)

akta.pro primary industry

Gas Handling Equipment & Storage (Cylinders/Tanks/Valves) (IMAEACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Process Gas & High-Pressure Compressors (IMAHANAF), Process Gases & Gas Delivery Consumables (Specialty/Bulk/UHP) (HDAHAGAL)

Keywords

• Nitrogen gas springs
• Wire springs
• Stamping die components
• Press tool manufacturing
• Custom spring production

Headquarters

HQ city

Romano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Nitrogen Gas Springs (Cilindri a Gas): Special Springs designs, manufactures, and sells a complete range of nitrogen gas springs and gas cylinders for press tools, stamping dies, and industrial applications. Products are sold through a global distributor network and direct subsidiary branches. The 2-year warranty covers manufacturing defects up to 200,000 linear meters of stroke or 2,000,000 cycles.
2. Wire Springs (Molle a Filo): Production and sale of compression springs, tension springs, torsion springs, and custom-shaped wire parts. Springs are produced according to ISO 10243, JIS B 5012, and US Series standards, as well as custom specifications from customer drawings. Includes E-Coat electrophoretic painting in 5 colors as a value-added option.
3. Nitro Roller and Pressori: Gas-powered plunger and roller devices for industrial pressing and weight counterbalance applications. Sold as finished products with OPAS safety integrated.
4. Gas Punching Units (Nitro Strip, Nitrogen Punching UNIT): Complete gas-powered punching units for stamping and forming operations, combining gas spring technology with punching functionality.
5. Manifold and Connected Systems: Pre-assembled gas spring systems (manifold systems, connected systems, Easy Manifold systems) for streamlined installation in stamping dies.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Special Springs designs and manufactures, entirely in-house, a complete range of nitrogen gas springs (cylindri a gas) and wire springs (molle a filo) used in industrial press tools, stamping dies, and forming operations. Its gas springs are offered in 17+ series (RV, H, HT, KE, LS, M, ML, MP, MQ, MS, NE, NG, RF, RG, RT, S, SC) with forces up to 20 tonnes, and integrate three patented active safety systems (OSAS, USAS, OPAS) as standard. The company also produces custom wire springs and shaped wire components from customer drawings, gas-powered pressing/punching units, manifold and connected systems, and digital accessories.

Product overview

Special Springs is an Italian manufacturer specializing in precision industrial springs and gas cylinders. The product portfolio centers on two core product lines: (1) Nitrogen Gas Cylinders available in 17+ series (RV, H, HT, KE, LS, M, ML, MP, MQ, MS, NE, NG, RF, RG, RT, S, SC) with patented safety systems (OSAS, USAS, OPAS), and (2) Wire Springs compliant with ISO 10243, JIS B 5012, and US standards, plus custom special springs. Supporting products include Nitro Roller devices, gas punching units (Nitro Strip, Nitrogen Punching Unit), manifold and connected systems, and accessories (DYBO 4.0 control unit, EYE pressure sensor, Skudo seal protection, secondary wipers). The company also offers digital tools including a 3D CAD model library and product authenticity verification app. All products are manufactured in-house at the Italian headquarters with 100% in-house design and production capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Custom Springs: Custom springs product line for specialized industrial applications and custom solutions
• SPSP
• Reparto Molle Speciali

Products and services

• Nitrogen Gas Springs (Gas Cylinders / Cilindri a Gas) Complete range of nitrogen gas cylinders designed and manufactured 100% in-house, available in 17+ series (RV, H, HT, KE, LS, M, ML, MP, MQ, MS, NE, NG, RF, RG, RT, S, SC) with forces up to 20 tonnes. Each cylinder integrates OSAS, USAS, and OPAS patented safety systems as standard. Designed for stamping dies, press tools, and forming operations used by automotive and industrial manufacturers. Backed by a 2-year warranty covering manufacturing defects up to 200,000 linear meters of stroke or 2,000,000 cycles.
• Wire Springs (Molle a Filo) Complete range of wire springs compliant with ISO 10243:2019, US Series, and JIS B 5012 standards, with force ratings up to 3.5 tonnes and dimensional tolerances of ±0.75 mm. Available as compression, tension, and torsion springs. E-COAT electrophoretic painting in 5 colors offered as finishing option for corrosion protection. Serves press tool, stamping, and general industrial customers.
• Nitro Roller Innovative nitrogen gas-powered rolling device that combines gas spring technology with ball or roller sliding. Functions as a weight counterbalance element, extractor, or height compensator for moving objects of any size and shape. OPAS safety technology is integrated as standard. Targeted at industrial pressing and counterbalance applications.
• Spring Pressers (Pressori a Molla) Spring-based pressing devices for industrial applications requiring consistent force and positioning. Used in manufacturing operations to deliver repeatable pressing action.
• Nitro Strip (Gas Punching Unit) Gas-powered punching unit combining gas spring technology with punching functionality for sheet metal forming and stamping operations within stamping dies.
• Nitrogen Punching Unit (Nitro Punch) Nitrogen-powered unit for punching operations in stamping dies, combining gas cylinder force with punching functionality for press tool builders.
• Custom Springs (Reparto Molle Speciali) Custom-designed industrial springs including compression, tension, and torsion springs, plus shaped wire components, manufactured from customer drawings. Wire diameters from 0.35mm to 26mm in steel alloys including Chrome-Silicon, Chrome-Vanadium, and Stainless Steel. Produced using CNC machinery and serving automotive, EV, medical, sporting goods, furniture, and appliance OEMs.
• Manifold Systems (Sistemi Manifold) Centralized gas distribution systems that supply multiple gas springs from a single nitrogen source, for streamlined installation in stamping dies.
• Easy Manifold Systems (Sistemi Easy Manifold) Simplified manifold solutions designed for easy installation and gas distribution to multiple cylinders, reducing setup complexity in stamping die builds.
• Connected Systems (Sistemi Collegati) Interconnected gas spring systems designed for coordinated operation across multiple cylinders within stamping dies.
• Controlled Return Systems (Gas and Hydraulic) Gas-based (nitrogen-controlled) and hydraulic controlled return systems for multi-profile stamping applications, enabling precise control of stamping cycle return motion in dies.
• DYBO 4.0 Control Unit Control unit for gas springs with aluminum base, integrated with EYE pressure sensor, enabling rapid digital pressure monitoring and threshold setting as part of the Industry 4.0 connected systems portfolio.
• EYE Pressure Sensor Digital pressure sensor system for rapid control of gas spring pressure with configurable threshold values, for use with the DYBO 4.0 control unit.
• Product Authenticity Mobile App Mobile application for iOS and Android enabling customers to verify the authenticity of gas cylinders by scanning the serial code on the product. Protects against counterfeit products and ensures delivered quality and safety.
• 3D CAD Model Library Online library of 3D and 2D CAD files for all wire springs, cylinders, and accessories, accessible via the PartCommunity platform to support design engineers integrating Special Springs components into their designs.
• E-COAT Painting Service (Verniciatura per Cataforesi) Electrophoresis painting (cataforesis) service for wire springs, providing corrosion protection and finish in 5 colors as a value-added finishing option.
• Skudo (Gas Cylinder Protection System) Active protection system for gas spring seals, creating an effective barrier against dust and contaminants in harsh industrial environments. Polyurethane secondary wiper improves cylinder performance where contaminants, liquids, and solids are present.
• Skudo-Flex Protective accessory made of technical fabric impregnated with rubber, with adjustable length for custom fitting to cylinders. Provides maximum protection for seals in the most difficult contamination conditions.
• Secondary Wiper (Raschiatore Secondario / SW) Polyurethane secondary wiper designed to improve gas spring performance in heavily contaminated environments with large amounts of liquids and solid contaminants.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Syndal S.r.l.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSyndal S.r.l. (Via I° Maggio 10, 40011 Anzola dell'Emilia, BO, Italy) is an authorized distributor of Special Springs products in Italy. Syndal has built a solid relationship of trust with Venzo Stampi over the years and served as the connecting link that enabled the collaboration between Venzo Stampi and Special Springs. The distributor provides local sales, technical support, and ongoing relationship management.
• Evitalia S.r.l.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEvitalia is an Italian company that designs and produces electric multi-functional vehicles for agriculture, construction, logistics, and urban maintenance. Special Springs designed and produces custom springs optimized for Evitalia's shock absorption systems, representing a cross-industry application of Special Springs' custom spring capabilities beyond press tool applications.
• Venzo Stampi S.r.l.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenzo Stampi is a historic Italian company and reference point in sheet metal stamping die construction in the Veneto region. It designs and manufactures stamping dies and roll forming lines for automotive and furniture sectors. Special Springs supplies gas springs and related products, with the collaboration facilitated by Syndal distributor.
• Meneghini S.r.l.coreOthersMeneghini S.r.l. is a controlled subsidiary of Special Springs S.r.l., located in Bassano del Grappa (VI), Italy. Special Springs recruits staff and posts open positions for roles at Meneghini S.r.l., including CNC Milling Operator, CNC Turning Operator, and Quality Control positions. Meneghini produces precision mechanical components.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hyson: Sweden-based manufacturer of nitrogen gas springs for press tools and stamping dies, historically one of the closest direct competitors to Special Springs in the gas spring category for industrial dies.
• Progressive Components: US-based manufacturer of gas springs, die components, and cam units for stamping dies. Directly comparable product portfolio (nitrogen gas springs) serving the same North American stamping die customer base as Special Springs.
• Quiri: French manufacturer of nitrogen gas springs and related die components, competing head-to-head with Special Springs in European automotive and industrial press-tool markets.
• Fibro: German manufacturer specializing in standard parts for tooling and stamping, including nitrogen gas springs and die components. Comparable product line serving European automotive and industrial press tool customers.
• Strack (Strack Norma): German maker of standardized die components, including gas springs, guide pillars, and cam units for stamping dies. Directly competes with Special Springs in the European press-tool accessories market.
• Lee Spring: US-based spring manufacturer offering a broad catalog of compression, extension, and torsion springs plus custom springs. Directly comparable on the wire springs business line of Special Springs, especially the ISO/JIS/US Series catalog.
• Gutekunst Federn: German manufacturer of technical compression, tension, and torsion springs plus custom-engineered springs. Direct peer for Special Springs' European wire springs and Reparto Molle Speciali custom business.
• Smalley Steel Ring: US manufacturer of specialty springs (wave springs, retaining rings) and custom springs. Comparable in the custom-engineered spring segment and adjacent to Special Springs' custom wire springs offering for industrial customers.

Broad incumbents

• Misumi: Japan-headquartered industrial components catalog company offering gas springs, wire springs, and die components alongside a much broader portfolio (linear motion, fasteners, pneumatics). Competes with Special Springs in catalog gas/wire springs while serving a vastly wider industrial customer base.
• DME (Barnes Group): Mold and die components business of Barnes Group offering gas springs, ejector pins, and hot runner systems. Overlaps with Special Springs in gas springs for stamping/molding but operates a much broader mold components portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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