What Anchor Harvey does

Anchor Harvey is a US-based precision metal manufacturer founded in 1924 and headquartered in Freeport, Illinois, specializing in closed-die aluminum forging and multi-axis CNC machining for performance-critical applications. The company operates four manufacturing facilities in Illinois (Freeport, Union, Schaumburg, Wauconda) equipped with forging presses ranging from 1,000 to 5,500 tons, over 130 CNC machines, and seven cellular forging lines, supporting part sizes from 0.040 to 78 inches in diameter and tolerances down to 0.0001 inches. Its core offerings include precision aluminum forging, CNC machining, proprietary CQI-9 compliant heat treatment, thermal deburring, and value-added assembly, unified under an End-to-End Manufacturing Solution that provides single-partner accountability from engineering concept through finished parts.

The company serves seven primary verticals: aerospace and defense, specialty automotive, motorsports, heavy equipment/construction/agriculture, fluid power, energy, and data center infrastructure. Named customers include Honda, the US Armed Forces, and Fox Factory (Fox Shox), with average customer relationships exceeding 10 years. In 2025, Anchor Harvey completed four acquisitions (Precision Machining Group, D&N Machining, New Dimensions Precision Machining, and Northfield Industries), expanding CNC machining capacity and adding the Northfield branded product line of jacks, winches, hitches, and couplers, along with the StormGrade marine sub-brand. The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and CQI-9 certifications, and claims the distinction of being the first US forging company to forge magnesium.

Anchor Harvey generates revenue through project-based, quote-driven B2B contracts with enterprise OEMs and manufacturers, with multi-year engagements and RFQ-based pricing tied to part complexity, volume, and material specifications. Revenue streams span custom forging services, CNC machining, end-to-end managed manufacturing solutions, supply chain management services, and branded hardware product sales. Distribution is direct and relationship-driven, supported by consultative engineering collaboration, a content marketing presence through a Knowledge Center, and digital self-service tools like the Forging Calculator. The company is privately held with 101-250 employees and no public funding rounds or investor signals disclosed.

Name

Anchor Harvey

Legal name

Anchor Harvey

Website

https://anchorharvey.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Anchor Harvey is a US precision metal manufacturer founded in 1924, specializing in closed-die aluminum forging and multi-axis CNC machining for aerospace, automotive, motorsports, heavy equipment, fluid power, energy, and data center OEMs, with vertically integrated end-to-end manufacturing and a branded product subsidiary.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Freeport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Precision Metal Forging Services: Custom aluminum forging services including closed-die forging, near-net-shape forgings, and precision-forged components. Revenue is generated through project-based contracts with OEMs and manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, motorsports, and industrial sectors. Pricing based on complexity, volume, and material specifications.
2. CNC Machining Services: Precision CNC machining from prototype through high-volume production (1 to 50,000 pieces). Includes multi-axis milling, turning, grinding, and specialized operations. Revenue stream from machining services on customer-provided or company-sourced materials.
3. End-to-End Manufacturing Solutions: Full lifecycle manufacturing management including engineering, sourcing, forging, machining, assembly, finishing, and supply chain coordination. One partner accountability model for metal component manufacturing from concept through finished parts.
4. Northfield Branded Products: Standard product line including jacks, winches, lunette rings, hitches, couplers, hubs, and spindles under Northfield brand. Also includes StormGrade marine products. Revenue from product sales with warehousing and JIT delivery options.
5. Supply Chain Management Services: Material procurement, global sourcing, inventory management, and logistics coordination services. Includes strategic sourcing from US, Mexico, and China suppliers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Anchor Harvey is a precision metal manufacturer producing custom closed-die aluminum forgings, multi-axis CNC machined components, and fully assembled parts for OEM customers in aerospace, automotive, motorsports, heavy equipment, fluid power, energy, and data center industries. The company operates a vertically integrated End-to-End Manufacturing Solution covering engineering, sourcing, forging, machining, heat treatment, finishing, assembly, and supply chain management, with production volumes from a single prototype to 50,000+ units. It also markets the Northfield standard product line of jacks, winches, hitches, hubs, spindles, and couplers, including the StormGrade marine product line.

Product overview

Anchor Harvey is an end-to-end precision metal component manufacturer combining over 100 years of experience with forging, CNC machining, supply chain management, and assembly capabilities. The core portfolio consists of Precision Aluminum Forging Services (closed-die forging with presses from 1,000 to 5,500 tons) and CNC Machining Services (130+ machines supporting 3/4/5-axis milling, turning, and mill-turn operations), unified under the Anchor Harvey End-to-End Solution for full lifecycle management from concept through finished assembly. Supporting these core offerings are the Supply Chain Management (Refuel) service for material sourcing, heat treating, finishing and logistics, and the Northfield sub-brand providing standard load-bearing and hauling products (jacks, winches, lunette rings, hitches, hubs, spindles) including StormGrade marine variants. Linear Flexible Machining Systems enable repeat on-demand production, while Value-Added Assembly, Thermal Deburring, Custom Stocking Programs, and the Forging Calculator serve as supporting modules. Recent acquisitions of Precision Machining Group, D&N Machining, and New Dimensions Precision Machining have expanded machining capacity and capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Northfield: Northfield, an Anchor Harvey brand, manufactures and distributes jacks, winches, lunette rings, hitches, couplers, hubs, and spindles, and offers standard and customizable precision-machined parts for towing, lifting, and securing equipment. Includes StormGrade marine product line.
• StormGrade

Products and services

• Precision Aluminum Forging Services Closed-die aluminum forging services using presses ranging from 1,000 to 5,500 tons, including screw presses and mechanical presses, supported by an in-house tool and die shop for custom tooling, serving aerospace, automotive, motorsports, energy, and fluid power OEMs.
• Magnesium Forging Capability Exploratory magnesium forging capability positioning Anchor Harvey as the first U.S. forging company to forge magnesium, targeting lightweight high-strength applications in aerospace, defense, and high-performance motorsports.
• CNC Machining Services Multi-axis CNC machining across 130+ machines including 3/4/5-axis mills, vertical and horizontal machining centers, mill-turns, Swiss lathes, and live tool lathes, with tolerances to 0.0001 inch and size range from 0.040 to 78 inches in diameter; supports prototype through high-volume production.
• Anchor Harvey End-to-End Manufacturing Solution Lifecycle manufacturing management from concept to completion, including advanced engineering and prototyping, sourcing and procurement, precision forging, precision machining, assembly and added services, and supply chain management under one roof with single-partner accountability.
• Supply Chain Management (Refuel) Supply chain services covering North American and global material sourcing from the U.S., Mexico, and China; in-house CQI-9 compliant heat treating, anodizing, plating and coating, assembly, inspection, and shipping consolidated under one roof.
• Northfield Standard Products Standard load-bearing and hauling components including jacks (2,000–20,000 lb capacity), winches, lunette rings, hitches, couplers, hubs, and spindles for agriculture, heavy equipment, and industrial applications, available with warehousing and JIT delivery.
• StormGrade Marine Products Premium marine product line of marine-modified jacks, hitches, and winches available in StormGrade HD (Heavy Duty) and StormGrade DX (Deluxe) models, engineered for water, corrosion, and harsh weather exposure.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15% improvement in part performance through CQI-9 compliant heat treatment exceeding ASTM standards
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• Precision Machining GroupmajorOthersPrecision Machining Group has been integrated into Anchor Harvey, expanding CNC machining capabilities and capacity. This acquisition strengthens Anchor Harvey's vertical integration and end-to-end manufacturing offerings.
• D&N MachiningmajorOthersD&N Machining has become part of Anchor Harvey, enhancing machining capabilities and expanding service offerings to customers. Integration expands Anchor Harvey's precision machining capacity.
• New Dimensions Precision MachiningmajorOthersNew Dimensions Precision Machining is now part of Anchor Harvey, adding to the company's integrated manufacturing capabilities and extending reach in precision machining services.
• Northfield IndustriescoreOthersNorthfield Industries is now part of Anchor Harvey as a distinct brand. Northfield manufactures and distributes jacks, winches, lunette rings, hitches, couplers, hubs, and spindles for towing, lifting, and securing equipment. Operates as Anchor Harvey brand with StormGrade marine product line.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Howmet Aerospace: Global leader in aluminum and titanium forging for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Directly comparable for materials focus (aluminum alloys), AS9100 qualification regime, aerospace OEM customer overlap, and similar closed-die forging capability serving flight-critical applications.
• Precision Castparts Corp. (Berkshire Hathaway): Diversified forging and investment casting company under Berkshire Hathaway serving aerospace, power, and industrial markets. Comparable for forging scope, multi-material capability, AS9100 qualification, and significant end-customer overlap with Anchor Harvey in aerospace OEM programs.
• Scot Forge: U.S.-based custom open-die and ring-rolled forging company serving aerospace, defense, power generation, and industrial markets. Directly comparable as a domestic custom forging peer with cross-industry customer base, AS9100 certification, and similar custom-component business model.
• Wyman-Gordon (GKN Aerospace): Aerospace forging specialist producing titanium, nickel, and steel closed-die forgings under GKN Aerospace / Melrose Industries. Directly comparable for aerospace-grade forging capabilities, AS9100 qualification, and similar Tier-1 aerospace OEM customer overlap with Anchor Harvey.
• Doncasters Group: Global precision castings and forgings supplier serving aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Comparable as a multi-material metal component supplier focused on performance-critical applications with similar AS9100/ISO certification footprint and end-market overlap in aerospace.
• Ellwood Group: Integrated forging and machining company with divisions serving aerospace, defense, energy, and heavy industrial markets. Comparable for offering both forging and finished machined components with similar customer concentration in capital-intensive and qualification-bound industries.
• Hitchiner Manufacturing: U.S.-based investment cast and precision-machined component manufacturer serving aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. Comparable as a U.S. precision metal component supplier for performance-critical applications with similar quality certifications and customer profile.
• Carlton Forge Works: Forged metal components manufacturer serving aerospace, industrial, and rail markets. Comparable for custom forged-component capabilities, similar AS9100-style quality certifications, and overlap with Anchor Harvey in industrial and heavy-equipment customer programs.

Broad incumbents

• Bodycote: Global commercial heat treatment and metal finishing company. Comparable as a commercial heat-treatment service provider that competes with Anchor Harvey's in-house CQI-9 heat treatment capability and serves overlapping aerospace/automotive/industrial customer base as part of a broader service portfolio.
• Alcoa: Global aluminum producer with downstream aerospace and automotive components business. Broader incumbent comparable on aluminum materials supply, aerospace components overlap with Anchor Harvey, and primary metal production scale that sits above Anchor Harvey's mid-market contract manufacturing position.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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