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Retaining Rings & Wave Springs for High-Load Construction Equipment
Reliable Components for Off-Highway & Earthmoving Machinery
From earthmoving and material handling equipment to cranes, paving machinery, and other heavy-duty construction systems, Smalley components support a wide range of construction applications. With more than 100 years of engineering and manufacturing experience, Smalley provides innovative solutions that help equipment manufacturers meet the demands of rugged jobsite environments.
Smalley components help engineers reduce assembly size and weight, improve assembly efficiency, and simplify installation across a wide range of construction equipment. Designed for heavy-duty machinery, Smalley solutions support demanding applications operating in harsh environments. Backed by extensive engineering expertise and a broad range of standard and custom components, Smalley helps manufacturers select the right solution for their application requirements.
Smalley's industry-experienced engineers can recommend retaining ring and wave spring solutions to help optimize your design. Free CAD models and part samples are also available to support fast evaluation, prototyping, and implementation.
Why Construction Machinery Engineers Choose Smalley
40+ material options and a variety of finishes
Dedicated engineering team with application expertise
Multi-year recipient of CAT’s platinum Quality Supplier Award
Extensive inventory with over 11,000 standard parts
Custom parts with No-Tooling-Costs™
Free samples and CAD models to ensure proper fit and function
All parts proudly made in the State of Illinois, USA
Construction Application Examples
- Excavators
- Bulldozers
- Tractors
- Cranes
- Conveyors
- Drills
- Heavy-duty mechanical systems
- High-load retention assemblies
- Bearing preload applications
- Heavy-duty drivetrain systems
Common Smalley Solutions for Construction
Spirolox® Retaining Rings
Revolox® Self-Locking Retaining Rings
Crest-to-Crest® Wave Springs
Single-Turn Wave Springs
Design & Material Considerations
Every application presents a unique set of design and performance requirements. Smalley engineers are available to review your application and help identify the appropriate retaining ring or wave spring for your needs. The considerations below highlight some of the key factors engineers evaluate when specifying Smalley components.
- Assembly size and weight objectives
- Available axial and radial space
- Required force or travel
- Light-, medium-, or heavy-duty retention
- Installation and removal requirements
- Material strength requirements
- Quality and performance standards
For information on available material and finish options, refer to our Material Selection Guide. For a more comprehensive review of design considerations and component selection requirements, contact a Smalley engineer for a free design consultation.
