What ITT Enidine does

ITT Enidine Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of publicly traded conglomerate ITT Inc., designs and manufactures engineered mechanical shock absorbers, vibration isolation products, noise attenuation devices, and motion control components from its headquarters in Orchard Park, New York. Founded in 1960, the company offers a broad portfolio spanning adjustable and non-adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers (micro-bore through large bore), rate controls, wire rope isolators, air springs, viscous dampers, and specialized defense and aerospace components including the patented SIDAS isolator, UltraLOC seat recline system, DAMSI, HERM, and ULTRA-HERM. Products serve five verticals — Industrial Manufacturing, Commercial and Military Aviation, Defense, Infrastructure/Civil Engineering, and Rail/Transportation — and are specified into platforms such as PET blow molding machines, aircraft interiors, shipboard shock systems, bridges and buildings, and rail bogies.

The company's technology rests on proprietary hydraulic and elastomeric engineering rather than software or AI, with patented designs (SIDAS) and trademarked systems (UltraLOC) underpinning differentiation. Supporting software tools include the Enisize sizing application for product selection and the ENI-VIBE vibration recording tool for field diagnostics, alongside a 3D CAD library on TraceParts. Revenue is generated through hardware sales to OEM manufacturers and end-users, distributed globally via a searchable industrial distributor network, dedicated aerospace representatives, regional field managers, and direct online inquiry. Customer segments include major PET blow molding machine OEMs as a named flagship, along with aerospace and defense primes, infrastructure engineering firms, and rail operators. The company markets through its website catalog, industry events such as Automate 2026 and EERI 2026, digital tools, and a B2B portal at b2b.ittcontroltech.com.

Name

ITT Enidine

Legal name

ITT Enidine Inc.

Website

https://enidine.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

ITT Enidine, a subsidiary of ITT Inc., manufactures engineered mechanical shock absorbers, vibration isolation, and motion control products for industrial, aerospace, defense, infrastructure, and rail OEMs worldwide from its Orchard Park, NY headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Shock Absorbers and Vibration Isolation Products

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (33633)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Suspension Systems & Components (Springs/Shocks/Struts/Air Suspension) (IMACAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Motor Encoders, Feedback & Condition Monitoring (Encoders, Vibration, Predictive) (IMAGACAJ), Ordnance Components & Subassemblies (Casings, Liners, Guidance Sections) (IMABAHAL)

Keywords

• Shock absorber products
• Vibration isolation systems
• Energy absorption components
• Hydraulic motion control
• Industrial damping solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Orchard Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Shock Absorbers and Components: Design and manufacture of energy absorption, vibration isolation and noise attenuation products for industrial applications including adjustable and non-adjustable shock absorbers, rate controls, wire rope isolators, and air springs sold to OEM manufacturers and end-users.
2. Aerospace and Defense Products: Highly engineered components for commercial aircraft, business jets, helicopters, and military applications including actuators, rate controls, seat recline systems, and shock isolation products.
3. Infrastructure and Structural Protection: Seismic control solutions including viscous dampers for bridges, buildings, and critical infrastructure protection.
4. Rail Components: Rebuildable dampers, rotary hydraulic shocks, sealed dampers, and specialty dampers for railway applications.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ITT Enidine designs, engineers, and manufactures mechanical shock absorbers, vibration isolation products, noise attenuation products, and deceleration devices for energy absorption and motion control. The product line includes adjustable and non-adjustable industrial shock absorbers, rate controls, wire rope isolators, air springs, viscous and seismic dampers, elastomeric mounts, and specialized aviation, defense, and rail components. Customers include industrial OEMs, aerospace seat and interior manufacturers, defense shipbuilders, civil/structural engineering firms, and rail vehicle builders.

Product overview

ITT Enidine offers a diversified portfolio of engineered mechanical shock absorbers, vibration isolation products, and noise attenuation solutions serving Industrial, Aviation, Defense, Infrastructure, and Rail markets. The product portfolio includes adjustable and non-adjustable shock absorbers (ranging from micro-bore to large bore), rate controls, wire rope isolators, air springs, viscous dampers, and specialized defense products (DAMSI, HERM, ULTRA-HERM, SIDAS). Supporting software tools include Enisize sizing software, ENI-VIBE vibration recording tool, and 3D CAD models via TraceParts. The company serves global markets with products designed for energy absorption, equipment protection, and motion control applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Enisize: Sizing software tool for selecting the right shock absorber for critical applications
• ENI-VIBE
• UltraLOC
• ECO Series
• DAMSI
• HERM
• ULTRA-HERM
• SIDAS

Products and services

• Industrial Shock Absorbers (Small, Mid, and Large Bore) Self-compensating, adjustable, and non-adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers in small, mid, and large bore sizes used on industrial machinery to absorb kinetic energy, control deceleration, and protect equipment. Designed for OEMs and end users across material handling, machine tools, robotics, and general automation.
• Industrial Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers (HD/HDN Series) Heavy duty hydraulic shock absorbers for high-energy industrial applications requiring maximum energy absorption per cycle in harsh environments.
• PET Series Shock Absorbers Shock absorbers designed specifically for PET stretch blow molding machinery, used to control platen movement, protect tooling, and extend machine life on bottle production lines.
• ECO Series Low-Temperature Shock Absorbers ECO Series hydraulic shock absorbers designed for low-temperature operating environments, combining environmental compliance with impact resistance for industrial applications.
• PXR and CRS Shock Absorbers PXR and CRS series hydraulic shock absorbers for industrial energy absorption applications.
• Micro Bore Shock Absorbers Compact micro bore hydraulic shock absorbers for low-energy, small-package industrial applications such as electronics assembly and small automation cells.
• Industrial Rate Controls (ADA 500, ADA 700, DA Series) Hydraulic rate control devices including ADA 500, ADA 700, and DA series used to control linear motion speed and dampen end-of-stroke impacts on industrial machinery.
• Towbar Snubber Hydraulic Rate Controls Hydraulic rate controls designed as towbar snubbers for trailers, dollies, and towed equipment to control motion and absorb shock.
• Viscous Speed Governors Viscous speed governors used to control rotational and linear speeds in industrial and transportation applications.
• Wire Rope Isolators (Standard, Compact, Circular) Stainless steel wire rope vibration isolators in standard, compact, and circular geometries used to isolate sensitive electronics, optics, and military equipment from shock and vibration across a wide temperature range.
• WEAR Restraints Pipe Vibration Isolators Pipe vibration isolators and restraints used to control vibration and movement of piping systems in critical infrastructure applications.
• Elastomeric Vibration Isolation Mounts and Rod Ends Elastomeric vibration isolation mounts and elastomeric rod ends used to isolate vibration and accommodate motion in industrial and aerospace applications.
• Air Springs Air springs used to provide vibration isolation, leveling, and suspension support in industrial machinery and vehicle applications.
• Industrial Buffers (Jarret, HI Series, Polyurethane Bumpers) Industrial buffers including Jarret and HI Series hydraulic/polyurethane units used to stop, decelerate, and protect moving equipment such as cranes, lifts, and material handling systems.
• Viscous Dampers (Seismic / Structural) Viscous fluid dampers used in bridges, buildings, and other structures to absorb seismic and wind-induced energy and protect structural and non-structural components.
• Visco-Elastic Supports (Hydro Turbine) Visco-elastic support elements used to support and isolate hydro turbines and rotating machinery in power generation applications.
• Aviation Actuator Controls and Rate Controls Aviation-qualified hydraulic actuator controls and rate control devices for aircraft interior, secondary flight control, and utility actuation applications.
• Aviation Dual Force Rate Controls (Stowage Bins) Aviation dual force rate controls used to control the opening and closing motion of aircraft stowage bins, an area in which ITT Enidine is a world-leading supplier.
• Aviation Gas Spring Replacement (GSR) Aviation-qualified gas spring replacement products for aircraft interior and airframe applications requiring controlled motion and load support.
• Aviation High Capacity Laminated Bearings Aviation high capacity laminated elastomeric bearings used to support and isolate critical aircraft components subject to high static and dynamic loads.
• Aviation Hydraulic Control Damper Aviation hydraulic control dampers used to control motion, reduce vibration, and provide smooth operation in aircraft systems.
• UltraLOC Seat Recline System UltraLOC aircraft seat recline system providing controlled, smooth recline motion for commercial aviation passenger seats.
• Aviation Rotary Hinge Dampers Aviation rotary hinge dampers providing controlled rotary motion and vibration damping for aircraft interior and secondary structures.
• Aviation APU Isolators
• DAMSI Energy Absorption Component Double Acting Mechanical Shock Isolator (DAMSI) used for shock and energy absorption on shipboard and high-energy defense applications, supplied to the US Navy for over 25 years.
• HERM (High Energy Rope Mount) High Energy Rope Mount (HERM) wire rope isolators providing high-energy shock and vibration isolation for military and heavy industrial equipment.
• ULTRA-HERM Vibration Isolation Mounts Ultra-high-energy wire rope isolator mounts extending the HERM concept for the most demanding defense and heavy industrial shock and vibration environments.
• SIDAS Shock Isolator Patented Shock Isolator Double Acting Spring (SIDAS) defense product used to protect sensitive equipment from high-energy shock events.
• Skid Isolators and Recoil Buffers Skid isolators and recoil buffers used in defense and industrial applications to control motion and absorb recoil and impact energy.
• Military Buffers, Dampers, Dashpots, and Hydraulic Isolators Family of military-grade hydraulic and mechanical buffers, dampers, dashpots, and hydraulic isolators for defense equipment motion control and energy absorption.
• Military Time Delay Components Military-spec time delay components used in defense systems to provide controlled, predictable timing in actuation and isolation functions.
• Rail Rebuildable Dampers Rebuildable rail dampers designed for at least 25 years of operation, used in passenger rail vehicles and locomotives to provide suspension and ride quality.
• Rail Rotary Hydraulic Shocks and Sealed Dampers Rail rotary hydraulic shocks and sealed dampers providing primary and secondary suspension damping in rail vehicle bogies and car bodies.
• Rail Specialty Dampers and Friction Snubbers Specialty rail dampers and friction snubbers used in passenger rail and locomotive applications to control relative motion between car body and bogie and to limit extreme suspension travel.
• Enisize Sizing Software Enisize proprietary shock absorber sizing software that allows customers to select and configure the correct industrial shock absorber for their application.
• ENI-VIBE Vibration Recording Tool ENI-VIBE vibration recording tool used by customers to capture and analyze vibration environments in support of proper shock absorber and isolator selection.

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Compact AutomationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2026ITT Enidine and Compact Automation brands, both under ITT Inc., partnered to showcase extensive portfolio of motion control products at Automate 2026 trade show. Both brands are part of ITT Inc.'s portfolio and will demonstrate combined capabilities in motion control solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Taylor Devices Inc. Taylor Devices manufactures shock absorbers, viscous dampers, and seismic protection products used in aerospace, defense, and infrastructure; its product line and applications closely mirror ITT Enidine's defense and infrastructure/seismic damper businesses.
• Lord Corporation (Parker Hannifin): Lord (now part of Parker) makes vibration isolation mounts, elastomeric bearings, and shock isolators for aerospace and industrial markets, directly overlapping ITT Enidine's HCL bearings, elastomeric rod ends, and wire rope isolator product lines.
• Vibro-Dynamics Corporation: Vibro-Dynamics manufacturers vibration isolation mounts, shock absorbers, and elastomeric products for industrial applications; it overlaps directly with ITT Enidine's wire rope isolators and elastomeric vibration mount lines.
• ACE Controls (Wittenstein Group): ACE Controls specializes in industrial hydraulic shock absorbers and vibration isolation, directly competing with ITT Enidine's small bore, mid bore, large bore, and adjustable shock absorber lines.
• Stabilus SE: Stabilus produces gas springs and motion control products serving automotive, aerospace, and industrial markets; its Gas Spring Replacement product line competes directly with ITT Enidine's GSR products for hinged aircraft interior components.
• Koni (ITT Inc.): Koni is a sibling ITT Inc. brand focused on rail and specialty dampers, sharing the same parent company with ITT Enidine; its rail rebuildable dampers, KONI specialty dampers, and friction snubbers directly overlap ITT Enidine's Rail product line.

Broad incumbents

• Parker Hannifin: Parker Hannifin offers aerospace motion control, hydraulic systems, and vibration management solutions across diverse end markets, providing overlapping but wider-portfolio alternatives to ITT Enidine's hydraulic and motion-control products.
• Hutchinson SA: Hutchinson provides vibration isolation, elastomeric, and damping solutions for aerospace and industrial customers; product overlap exists with ITT Enidine's elastomeric rod ends, vibration isolation mounts, and aerospace components.
• Trelleborg AB: Trelleborg's Engineered Solutions business produces polymer-based vibration isolators and damping products across industrial, infrastructure, and rail markets; overlaps with ITT Enidine's polyurethane bumpers, elastomeric products, and seismic restraints.
• Moog Inc. Moog produces precision motion control products and components for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications; its broader portfolio competes with ITT Enidine's rate controls, actuators, and aviation motion control offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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